Caribbean Adventure 2019

If you didn't already know, Mobile, AL has a cruise ship terminal. It's just a quick Uber ride from the Eastern Shore to the terminal. If you book a cruise out of this port, be aware that the drop-off traffic can be congested and somewhat confusing. If we take another cruise out of Mobile, we'll just get dropped off in the parking lot a block over and walk in. We pack light, so this would be easy for us.

This year, for spring break, my husband, son, and I took a five day Caribbean cruise. Our first port was in Progreso, Mexico where we journeyed into the Yucatán to explore the Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá and a nearby cenote.

The following day we docked on the island of Cozumel. We took an excursion out on a catamaran to a coral reef where we snorkeled and saw lots of colorful, tropical fish.

After snorkeling, the catamaran took us to a beautiful, white sandy beach. There was something for everyone at the beach: a food bar and shaded tables or hammocks, lounge chairs, kayaks, paddle boards, water slides, etc.

Of course, the first activity I headed for was kayaking. Paddling in Cozumel was so much fun. Caribbean blue has long been my favorite color; now the brilliant hues of the Caribbean sea paint a landscape of fond memories with my family.

Until next time.
Carpe diem, my friend!

Melissa Anne