Saturday Feb 20 – we left San Benito and drove 6 1/2 hours to Galveston. We checked into the Grace Manor bed & breakfast – an early 1900 building in the historic area of Galveston. Our friends (Pat & Paul- also known as "Tall Paul" due to his 6'7" frame) from Fun N Sun were also staying at this B&B, so after a great meal at Gumbo Bar & Grill, we got together for a nightcap.
Sunday morning started with a home cooked gourmet breakfast which was preceded by champagne mimosas. What a luxurious way to start the day. Before we checked out Pat used her laptop to check on our cruise – only to find out that the ship, Voyageur of the Seas, had not arrived in port, but was stuck in the fog out in Galveston harbour. Our thoughts of an early check in went out the window. After much delay and confusion at the port caused by two ships disembarking and embarking passengers, we did board around 7:30pm – and the ship did leave port around 3 am. This ten hour delay the captain was able to make up during our two days at sea.
Our first two days were spent at sea. Paul made friends with a deck chair by the pool and they got along spectacularly. Jane kept up her busy pace by attending the shopping show, exploring the ship and joining Paul by the pool – or more like the hot tub.
Wednesday morning we arrived at Roatan, Honduras. Since it was formerly a British Colony, all the residents speak English – which made getting around very easy. We headed off to a small resort in Half Moon Bay – with a rented van and driver. "Tall Paul" & Pat had been there before and we all enjoyed the day by the water.
Thursday morning we arrived in Costa Maya, Mexico. What a paradise! Again the four of us headed to the boardwalk area. Sheryl’s sister in law Diana had recommended a spot, and we spent the day at the Coco Corona Sports Bar & Cantina. They provided a table & chairs, plus four lawn chairs right on the white sand beach. As long as we consumed their food & drink (6 beer on ice plus 4 tequila shooters for $10.00) – the chairs were ours for the day.
Friday morning we arrived in Cozumel, Mexico. Jane had planned this as our shopping stop, so along with the passengers from 7 other cruise ships, we all hit the pavement of this little town. After a busy morning of walking for miles, we returned to the ship for a late lunch followed by Jane relaxing on the pool deck. Paul had to make a quick return trip to the shopping mecca to scoop up a deal.
Saturday was spent at sea as we headed back to Galveston. Unfortunately the winds were very strong and the seas were rough – so the captain closed the upper decks to all passengers. It was a shame to loose the tanning time, but it was not safe to be up there.
Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas was an impressive ship. We enjoyed our stateroom, the on board ice skating rink which featured a show, the daily evening entertainment, the casino, the dining rooms, and yes …… too much food! Our evening dining table mates were from Arkansas. Jim & Nancy were an interesting couple who have done a lot of cruising. At one point last year they went on seven back to back cruises. I don’t own that many outfits!! If Jane had this much trouble packing for our one week cruise – there is no way she would have survived packing for seven weeks. LOL.
Sunday we disembarked and headed back to San Benito, arriving at Fun N Sun by 5:30 pm. – in time for the evening ice cream social!!!
Today, Monday was a beautiful warm day at Fun N Sun, so we spent the day by the pool and just slowly getting back into the swing of things at the park. By tomorrow we will be back at all our activities.
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