We celebrated our 5th Wedding Anniversary in
Playa del Carmen in the Yucatan Region of Mexico.
John and I headed north towards Corozal, Belize’s most northerly town, only 20 minutes form the Mexican Border. We spent some time with fellow Peace Corps Volunteer, Matt, relaxing by the Corozal Bay.
The next morning we headed to the bus station and continued our journey north. We boarded a bus bound for Chetumal. Chetumal is about 25 miles north of the Belize/Mexico boarder. It is the capital of the Mexican State Quintana Roo and has a population of about 200,000. We spent some time in Chetumal last year after a Gibnuts game. Once in Chetumal we headed over the Bus Terminal and boarded an ADO bus headed for the north. Our trip to Playa del Carmen took about 5 hours. The bus was modern with A/C and made a few stops along the way.
Playa del Carmen is the third largest city in Quintana Roo with a population of over 100,000. On the coast of the Carribean Sea, once a small fishing village, Playa del Carmen is a popular tourist destination and is at the center of the Riveria Maya.
Once we were in Playa del Carmen we headed to our hotel, the Blue Parrot on Quinta Avenida, a modern hotel a few blocks from the beach. The room was great, and the staff was very friendly welcoming. The beach in Playa del Carmen is beautiful. We spent the next few days lounging on the beach, touring Quinta Ave., and eating some delicious food.
After a few days of fun and relaxation we headed south back towards home.
We had a wonderful time, and it was a great way to celebrate our anniversary.
Congrats on the fifth anniversary of best. wedding. ever. Such a fun weekend!
Posted by: Amy Strecker | June 16, 2009 at 09:21 AM
So glad you had a good time. I bet is was really beautiful. Love to you both!
Posted by: Mom | June 16, 2009 at 11:51 AM
Congrats on your wedding anniversary. My parents love Playa Del Carmen; bet you guys had a great time. One of these days, Chris and I will go to visit. Have a great week and take care.
Posted by: Jacqueline & Chris | June 16, 2009 at 12:56 PM
I am so glad you guys had fun but I am excited your coming home soon.
Posted by: Danny | June 17, 2009 at 06:42 AM
SO GLAD the trip was good!! What a fantastic 5 yrs and such a fantastic couple--We sure do love you----GiGi & Bill
Posted by: Aletha Anderson | June 22, 2009 at 08:46 PM