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We wanted a drink before the main show in the theater so we stopped at the RedFrog Pub but we made Nat wait for us outside because children really shouldn't be in pubs, right?

. She was ok with it!!!

Passed thru the casino it seemed to be always busy and paying out. We do not play much but I will stop by and play maybe a $20 in the past but this cruise we only walked through, no play, no win for us. this machine was an eye catcher for sure but I think it would be really hard to win those packets.

In the atrium they are having some kind of line dancing pre show time. We stopped and watched and cheered on for a whilehttps://vimeo.com/194175829

The cruise director Mike was really visual throughout the whole cruise for me. He was so funny and envolved everyone and also beware he's a Hugger!https://vimeo.com/194176173

The CD having a good time riding the the elevator....he really was my favorite so far!

Tonight's show was Two men without assistance....and sorry but I really don't remember much about this show.

Tomorrow is Belize

Goodnight for now! our bedtime friend...Eli the Elephant

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. The buffet is actually very good and I believe it's almost the same food as the main dining room minus the service. But everything was delicious! My favorite was the lamb and mint jelly!M looking for his plate

dessert was some kind of mouse or cream that was so delicious! Unfortunately I was not able to finish it. next was the punchliner club. We tried to make it to the club every night for some laughs. Some comedians were funnier than others but we always had a good time. We did not make it to any of the adult shows because Nat was with us most of the time but I heard they are super fun! This night we had Diane Ford and she used some of the audience for jokes and Nat's favorite was about the Pen pals. mommy and daughter selfie

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It's sunset time.....enjoy!https://vimeo.com/194172426. Sailing away at sunset

We look down and see the pilot boat

Bye, bye pilot guy

Ok back to the sunset

Now it's get ready for dinner and pictures and fight with M to dress up. He did with the compromise that we wouldn't do the main dining and just go to buffet....ok

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Thank you all for hanging in there with me and my super long and detailed review!!!

Also anyone thinking of going to Isla Pasión will not be disappointed! It's a really chilled out place and at a good price.

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Great review so far! I have been considering Isla pasion, question about the food, my one year old is pretty picky and allergic to all dairy. Did you happen to notice if they had chicken nuggets or hot dogs? He likes pasta but I'd be worried that there is some milk or cheese in the sauce.

 

 

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Yes, I believe they had hot dog or some kind of sausage.

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another anglemy attempt of a selfie with the sign in the background

Before we knew it we were lining up in pairs holding hands for those that had one to many margaritas. Heading back was not as bumpy but we headed straight for our cabin for showers.

Overall we really enjoyed our time at Isla Pasión! I recommend it greatly.

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Next I wanted to do some shopping. I collect, you guessed it, turtles from every place I go. So I go in search of one from this island. The shops here all have colorful murals painted on the sides that are pretty and interestingthis is my favorite

I go in a shop and tell a guy what I'm looking for and he brings these out the prices were outrageous ($40)and I did not purchase any there but when I I did get one at the port shops for way less and very similar in design ($5) this is a cabin that can be rented for your family to spend the day inside the cabana. Nobody rented it on our trip

random palm tree

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hi buddy!. I will name you tuts! I've always wanted a turtle named tuts. Now I don't know if we could pick the turtles up but please don't tell anyone because I don't want to get in trouble but I do know we are not supposed to kiss the turtles so don't worry she didn't, even though the turtle seems to want to

back with your fiends you go, until next time bye tuts!

We also saw a few iguanas roaming around and catching some sun rays

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We decided to take family pictures

Then I wanted a snack and since there was some coconut trees there I asked M to get one down for meto bad they were to high, just out of reach....next time coconut, next time

Coming back towards the beach behind the shops we found a small enclosure with "Gasp"

TURTLES [emoji217]!!! I love turtles

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everyone enjoyed their meals!buffet areamargaritas were fairly good...I'm not a big drinker so not a margarita specialist but I did have two of them and I was satisfied.https://vimeo.com/193984007 video showing you the amount of wind plus a little music for your enjoyment.

After lunch we decided to walk around the island. We discovered that on the other side from the beach there was a little lake area, kind of a lagoon. where M found a statue of one of his long past ancestors

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Still on my Isla Pasión excursion.

Again this small island is very clean and super relax! I loved it. I walked along the edge just enjoying the breeze ( more like wind) but it felt good on the skin because it was pretty warm and the sun was strong. we started to get hungry and I went to check on my family. Are you ready for lunch? M gives the thumb up

walking toward the eating area. They had a variety of foods, from fajita tacos to some kind to pasta with tomato sauce. The food was good and we all went to seconds.

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Thank you all for your nice words!!!

I'm sorry it's taking a long time but this is my first review and I don't want to miss anything. I want to be able to look back and re-live this cruise with the best of it. Thank you again!!!

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Video of how the turned up the water was

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Instead I decided to go looking for someplace to lay down and relax. I saw something in the distance that looked promising yes! Hammocks! And I had my pick of them I picked me out a spot and put on some music because I had it all to myselfmy view from the hammock....heaven!left side viewmy right side viewmy upwards view

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Nat said she was going to give the water a try. I told her to be careful and not to try to swim out to far because they said the currents were very strong I followed her in but way to cold for me and the water was all turned up. Not pretty at all.. It was also very windy so maybe that's why the water was very cold. I put my feet in for a while but decided against going in.

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This island is gorgeous. White soft sand all around us. Beautifully manicured palm trees (my favorite). Plenty of seating and some with tables and palapas. I was looking forward to the hammock that were supposed to be in the clear turquoise waters, but they were gone because of the water being rough.

did I mention I love the palm trees, I think this is a baby one

picked our spot and I went searching for the restrooms I want this sink and there was a shop selling them if anyone is interested

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We ran to catch up to the catamaran. We were the last people on but I I kept taking pictures. looking back at the pierother side

our catamaran

This was one of the bumpiest rides I have ever taken. The other way to get to the island was on a speed boat but this actually felt like the speed boat. The water was very choppy and the winds were strong. A few people got nauseous on the ride including Nat. She just looked on straight ahead and we couldn't even get a smile out of her. After about 30 minutes or so we get to a tiny wooden "dock" and were instructed to walk out single file all the way to the beach where we would take the obligatory photo by the sign and then get more instructions on the island and time we would all head back. The guide were funny and engaging. Miguel was the head one I think and he told us that because of the many storms and very choppy waters, the water activities and snorkeling was canceled. Plus because our group was late going we would receive a 50% discount. So that was nice!! waiting on the rest of our group

First look at Isla Pasión

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love the palm trees

the shopping center pier

love this picture of the Breeze in the background

one of the best fountains I've seen...a nod to the many Mayan temples in the area waiting area for our group but they were already at the catamaran when we went looking for them. We were almost left behind. told you I love palm trees!

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This port of Cozumel is nicely taken care of. I believe by Carnival. We walked around and went into some shops just pricing things for later. We met with our guide and he put our bracelets on but told us our trip was pushed back about an hour and to meet back up there then. No problem. More looking around for me

Nat found a friend

This is a small beachy area right off the pier with some seating but no swimming I think. that was the water edge by the seating area

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Now I see it's the Royal Princess and I believe it's the newest ship in their fleet. She's on my list!!!

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Didn't I say that God's creation is amazing....just look at that sunrise over Cozumel! first look at the port of Cozumel, Quintana Roo, Mexico.

This is my forth time to Cozumel. I like to do different things every time so this time I researched all inclusive excursions with and without Carnival. I settled on Catamaran ride to Isla Pasión with Carnival. It wasn't that expensive and drinks and meal and transport were included. Plus my coworker had done this excursion a couple months ago and she enjoyed it very much. Our pick up time was 10:15 so we had plenty of time for breakfast and pre shopping.

. gangway coming down

wow this ship is huge. I can't even fit it all on this picture as I'm walking to the entrance of the obligatory shops. I ended up doing most of my souvenir shopping here anyway. in the background there was a Princess ship, I don't know which one but it was also as grand.

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It's good night time. I went outside on our balcony for some fresh air and just to look out on the darkness that is the Sea and thank God for the wonderful opportunity to see the ocean in this way knowing that His creation is amazing!!!this little fellow was waiting for us.

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After dinner we walked over to the atrium to listen to some music and take more family pictures this was my favorite it was the Latin Boys.

My husband and I actually like to dance a lot, but this cruise he just wasn't into it. Not once did we go to the night club or any other place for dancing. I was bummed. Even Nat wouldn't dance with me. But here is a video of some little ones dancing unlike us that we're sitting up around the atrium.https://vimeo.com/193168853

Waited around a bit till the main show started. Tonight we had the Motor City Show! It was pretty good!

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Dinner was in the Blush Dinning Room. I thought it was the prettiest of the two. the chandelier were so beautiful

We met our table mates which was a guy and his wife and his best friend. They were very nice and funny. The guy had had a few drinks before and just kept us laughing the whole time. But it would be the only time we had dinner in the Dinning room so we didn't see them again. I believe they were from the Houston area.

We were having so much fun that I totally forgot to take pictures of my food which was weird because I got two servings of the lobster plate and so did M. Nat got the spaghetti. Dessert was the cream brûlée all around finally remembered to take one food photo

Then this happened . It's always fun to see the wait staff sing and dance but it must be so exhausting for them after all they already do, they still have to dance around and sing and entertain us.

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Ok, sorry for the long pause!!!

I did say I was new to this right.

Anyways I'll try to finish a whole day today....

Back to the review

So it's formal night!!! My favorite night. I love getting all dressed up and seeing everyone one else dressed up in their best. Now don't get me wrong I like going casual most of the time but every once in a while it's nice to get all prettied up and feel a little more special. M does not like to dress up. But after some words and compromises (begging) He did. My goal in life is to see him in a tailored suit and tie. Still working on that one. But he went along with it and plus we were to eat at the main dining room tonight.

I also decided that tonight we would take out family portraits....I think it's been about 10 years since out official family pictures.

So we got ready for those first and then the PG comedy show and then dinner and then the main show.

I thought we looked very nice!!!

I felt a little uncomfortable with my dress so decided to change into something more comfortable while M and Nat went to the comedy club. They said the show was really good. and since M refuses to wear a tie, I decided I would wear one instead.

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