We flew in to Cancun and then took a transfer to Playa del Carmel and then to our amazing resort, Xcaret. This was unbelievably beautiful place, located in the Rivera Maya. It is huge complex, featuring over 50 natural and cultural attractions in parks.
There were many hammocks throughout the resort and the parks and even on our deck that we enjoyed relaxing in.
One of the many pools and waterways at Hotel Xcaret.
The hotel grounds were incredible, lush, flowers everywhere, lizards and monkeys in the trees.
Pictures of the hotel grounds…the staff were attentive, friendly, and so helpful.
They would leave treats in our hotel room every afternoon….these are chocolates.
Juliette’s friend, Marissa joined us on our adventure!
This is the beach. The waves were pretty intense with a red flag warning.
There were many coves throughout the resort. It was easy to get lost!
Our first official day, we went to Xplor which was quite an adventure. There are 14 zip lines that took you above and through the park, rafting and a water slide. We began with a walk through the stalactites rivers and cavern on an underground expedition. We had to wear a helmet the entire time which was good because I kept hitting my head!
The food was so good, tacos every day for me and ice cream every meal for these two!
This was a teen only “nightclub”. The girls had a great time meeting other kids from around the world and going out every night.
Our second day was the Chichen Itza tour.
Chichen Itza is a pre-Colombian Mayan city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Yucatán Peninsula. It is designated as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Scenes on the way…every day life.
The Temple of Kukulcan
El Castillo
This is a 79 foot strep pyramid that served as a physical representation of the Mayan calendar. It has exactly 91 steps on each of its four sides and adding the top platform totals 365 steps. The setting sun casts shadows on the staircase resembling a serpent on the pyramid during the spring and autumn equinox.
The Great Ball Court. It measures 545 ft by 230 ft. It was used to play a Mesoamerican rubber ball game.
The name translates to
“At the mouth of the well of the Itza”. The Sacred Cenote is a natural sinkhole where the Maya performed offerings and rituals. This metropolis flourished between the 9th and 12th centuries.
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