Cabo

Finally we arrived again in warm weather here in Mexico!  First stop was Cabo san Lucas on the tip of the California peninsula.  It's rocky, void of much vegetation but beaches are interspersed along the shore and the rocky outcrops make a beautiful setting for snorkeling or scuba diving.  And the seals love it.  We could hear them barking from the anchored ship and again at the marina.

 

We rode over to the dock and walked around a bit before meeting the group for the sailboat excursion we had booked for the afternoon.  It was a nice 40 ft single mast with only 10 passengers plus 3 crew aboard.  They welcomed us with a mimosa and we set sail …or should I say motor!  First stop was to have a closer look at the arches formation and scuba site.  It's the iconic scene for Cabo. (George will send photos later)  The on board photographer took several photos of everyone. 

 

We sat on the front deck along with another couple who had grown up in Florida.  The rest huddled under the shade and remained pretty bundled up against the sun.  We let the sunscreen do its job.  It did!!  In about a half hour we arrived at the right beach where we could anchor.  There were several large charter boats anchored as well and clearly having parties.  Music, dancing, drinking everywhere.!!

 

Four of us then a couple others jumped into the water..yikes.  Cold at first but finally our bodies adjusted to it.  I obviously haven't been in the ocean in a while with a mouthful of water as it was REALLY salty!!!!   We floated around and chatted with the couple for a while.. Later we did not buy the photos taken…I looked like a drowned rat!  George will probably post his!! HA.

 

On the way down to the beach they served us a snack…fresh guacamole, salsa, chips and grilled shrimp on a skewer.  All delicious and all for me as George doesn't eat any of it.  After we got out of the water they served us lunch…chicken Caesar salad, crab feta salad, pasta salad, fresh fruit and cake balls.  It was delicious!  I especially liked the shrimp and am determined to duplicate it at home.

 

They broke out the sails on the way back to the dock and we enjoyed really sailing.  I did hold tight to the rope as the ship was leaning into the wind.  Fun though.

 

What a lovely day on the water.  George thoroughly enjoyed it and gave them a big tip to thank them.

 

We were salty and tired when we arrived back aboard the ship so after showering, a nap and room service was prefect.  The balcony was a great place to sit and enjoy the view until we set sail and it got too windy.  Crazy, but we watched a movie…Quest for Fire.  No talking, just grunting!  A good follow-up to Alpha, about the first dog domesticated which we watched a few weeks ago.  In any case, it was such a nice day in every respect.

 

Another hour forward as we sail to Porto Vallarta this sea day making it a pretty lazy day.  Pickleball courts are still wet from the rain so G is at loose ends.  I made him go away so I could write!!

 

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