Wow. There isn't much to say about today that isn't a crazy positive superlative. First of all, Dad, you are going to be SO JEALOUS! For those of you reading this that haven't had the pleasure of meeting mi padre, he loves adventure, authentic experiences and small groups.
And boy, today was a muy chica group (very small). It was solamtente (only) me and Chris in an air conditioned Escalade. With our very own expert guide, not hired by a tour company but a professional tour guide that freelances.
It turns out that the reason we were not picked up yesterday was the fault of the transporation company so they hired Hilda to personally take us around on a very incredibly busy tour day. She says not many people do all three spots like we do but we could because of our incredible physical health.
The only downside to the day was the pants I wore. Apparently, they are pants in the absolute worst taste ever. You'll see those photos tomorrow but brace yourself. Perhaps do a small meditation, cross yourself, and sit down. The pants are truly a menace to society.
So, the day started with us being picked up by Hilda in this amazing Escalade and we were off to Cobal, an ancient Mayan ruin. There, we hired a private guide so it was us and Hilda and the private guide. So one guide per person. And we went to all the ruins, climbed to the top of the largest one and learned so much about the Mayan culture - three hours of Mayan culture to be exact. It was muy caliente (super hot!) and we were sweating like little piggies by the end. We biked around the ancient site (which is quite large) on these rusted bikes with only one speed permenantly rusted on. It was a very authentic, amazing experience.
Then, off to the ruins of Tulum. Tulum was a very different site. Much more commercialized, no jungle, but a much more restored site with lots of history. And more touristas running around. It was also very hot. The highlight was perfect photo shots of iguanas sunning themselves at the top of the ruins. Truly a picture perfect moment. And mom, we saw these amazing pheasant-like birds that only eat figs. I hope the photo came out of them. Oh, and mating iguanas. That was interesting. It looked rather violent.
Finally, we finished our touring with the most amazing tour of underwater caves. We literally snorkled in caves, with stalagtites practically hitting us in the head, and teensy little crevaces to get through. There were scuba divers underneath us, which provided eery green light and were a joy to behold. I really wanted to join them but for this trip, snorkeling in the crystal clear, can-see-forever, water was definitely enough.
We actually took so long on this mucho frio (very cold!) snorkeling trip that we missed our dinner back at the resort and the private tequila tasting! Whoops. So, our amazing Hilda (her contact information will be at the bottom of this post), took us into Playa de Carmen and took us to her favorite Mexican Restaurant.
They made the gaucemole in front of us. Yes, right there, at the table. It was muy perfecto. We literally scarfed it down in an incredibly inappropriate manner within about 20 seconds. But, not to worry, my Mother in Law Kelly, assures me that avocados are good for my skin. Ha ha. I had spicy lime mushrooms (my lips were numb by the end of the platter but it was amazing) and a Caeser salad (prepared at the table, again!). Chris had chicken fajitas with straight habenero peppers on top. He loved them.
Then, dear Hilda stopped at the store for us so we could buy a bottle of chile tequila (chica - small) for the room and chips and salsa so we don't have to rely on the muy expensivo room service here.
All in all, it was a perfect day, a day to remember, and something that we would not have received had our honeymoon not started two hours late. As my new husband is always reminding me, Everything happens for a reason.
Good night! We miss you all!! Wedding pictures in the next post!
Hilda's contact info is:
Hilda Arista
Operations Manager
Luxury Mexico
52(998)112 12 95
sales@luxury-mexico.com
www.luxury-mexico.com
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