Buenos Tardes, Ninos!

Hola! We've returned from the "Mexican Riveria"! It seems they mostly want to do is sell you gaudy expensive jewelry at "wholesale" prices. Here's a rundown on the Ports of Call:

1) Cabo San Lucas- This little fishing village will now be known as "Tonapah by the Sea". Those of you who have been to this interesting Nevada town will get my meaning. It smelled of desperation. Their only income seems to be tourists. Real bad vibes and I'll not be going there again. Sorry Sammy! Not even Cabo Wabo could get me to come back!

2) Matzatlan- Not too bad. This little city has established industry in the form of Pacifico Beer and fishing besides the heavy tourist trade. I'm sure there's more industry that I've missed, but these are the two that seemed to be the most prevelant. We didn't spend much time here. I'd go back and take tours of Old Town as I here it is very interesting and beautiful.

3) Puerto Vallarta- Very, very beautiful! There are very green mountains surrounding the city. The bay is a huge extinct volcano. Dolphins keep the bay free of sharks. So Cool!! We spent some time on the pirate ship Marigalante. The ship sailed to a private beach where we spent two hours soaking up the sun, playing volleyball and dodging jellyfish. Yes, you read that correctly, dodging jellyfish. Apparently, this is the time of year that jellyfish migrate. The bay near the private pirate beach was full of them. It was pretty neat! After we came back, we ventured into town for a souvenir hunt. Again, this town has other industry besides tourism.


The cruise itself was really enjoyable and I highly recommend it to all of you!!! It's well worth the money and actually a better value as all of your meals are included.

Alrighty, Kids...I'm still fighting a bit of exhaustion and have essentially slept for two days, so I will bid you good night and sweet dreams!

Lots and Lots of Love!
XO

MC