tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post6163571111757249434..comments2024-03-16T20:29:10.881-04:00Comments on Travel with Kevin and Ruth: Made it to Yucatan!Kevin Readhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795747155781311686noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-83371321288910050992018-02-08T07:47:10.781-05:002018-02-08T07:47:10.781-05:00We are Paul and we will for as long as we can! The...We are Paul and we will for as long as we can! There are some things that you just can't stop from happening and at least you and your wife were able to get out and do a lot before her injury and you still can do some things, just maybe not everything that you would like to do. Who knows what is in store us down the road but while we can get out and do things we will.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-68561461855626108732018-02-07T09:06:52.552-05:002018-02-07T09:06:52.552-05:00Do it while you can, Ruth. My wife & I used to...Do it while you can, Ruth. My wife & I used to do that all the time, but an injury has restricted her mobility and changed lifestyle. I feel guilty about going off and doing some of that stuff by myself, so I have to restrict it. You 2 are fortunate in that you are healthy enough to go off & hike & explore and it certainly adds more possibilities & information to a trip like this. I had no idea that Hacienda was there. The golden years aren't always so golden. Not trying to sound depressing, it's still enjoyable, just not quite so adventurous as it used to be. One of the advantages of RVing in Mexico is that you still do see a lot more than you would on an all inclusive type vacation. No matter what restrictions one may have, you have to get out and explore to your ability. That is living, not sitting at home watching TV. Paul Beddowshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16471244341564465899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-61578880425727723532018-02-07T09:00:46.983-05:002018-02-07T09:00:46.983-05:00From what we heard they were 117 pesos each. Our j...From what we heard they were 117 pesos each. Our jamica was 54 pesos each, at most that price should have been 54 pesos for the two of them!Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-32457165084138669342018-02-07T08:57:01.253-05:002018-02-07T08:57:01.253-05:00I seem to remember something like 150 pesos for a ...I seem to remember something like 150 pesos for a margarita<br />Paul Beddowshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16471244341564465899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-73618575695157291492018-02-07T08:45:21.555-05:002018-02-07T08:45:21.555-05:00It is very hot in the afternoon and we had just do...It is very hot in the afternoon and we had just done the drive in the morning so most people just wanted to relax by the pool or in the pool. Some did that again the next day but we had spent the morning doing a couple of tours so they had done their share of exploring. Also not everyone went to the pool.<br /><br />We have seen tree roots climbing down large rocks before but not really to this extent.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-12056416537120848052018-02-07T08:40:36.584-05:002018-02-07T08:40:36.584-05:00We did eat at the fancier restaurant and everyone ...We did eat at the fancier restaurant and everyone seemed to enjoy their meal. We found it to be an OK meal but not really worth the money. Next time we will try the other restaurant, if we do the tour again next year.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-23491425224512095102018-02-07T08:38:35.507-05:002018-02-07T08:38:35.507-05:00Everyone loved watching the iguanas. They don'...Everyone loved watching the iguanas. They don't bother us, in fact we like to get close to get a good picture without getting too close of course, they seemed to be used to all the people about.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-48756953264956385842018-02-07T08:36:28.842-05:002018-02-07T08:36:28.842-05:00We actually and finally have a little WIFI. We hop...We actually and finally have a little WIFI. We hope to catch up with y’all. <br />I am not criticizing the people in your group, but we would not be sitting by the pool when there is so much to explore. <br />The ruins are amazing. If those stones could talk what amazing story they could tell. Never saw tree roots climbing up on anything. Pretty amazing. where's weaverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06146465650359155960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-37958735713948483082018-02-07T08:35:45.111-05:002018-02-07T08:35:45.111-05:00You are so right Chris! We couldn't imagine no...You are so right Chris! We couldn't imagine not getting out and exploring the world but I guess that isn't everyone's cup of tea.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-74261501667538907902018-02-07T08:34:32.302-05:002018-02-07T08:34:32.302-05:00Very interesting ruins, we love coming across thin...Very interesting ruins, we love coming across things like this on our walks/hikes. We can't understand how trees manage to survive like that but they obviously do.<br /><br />Many of the group members used the pool but Kevin and I didn't, although it did look very cool and refreshing. We didn't venture into that hotel/lodge but we did go into the (new, as opposed to the old ruins) Hacienda Uxmal across the main road where many import people have stayed including Queen Elizabeth. Kevin will have some pictures in today's post about it.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-39917537893969959962018-02-07T08:29:48.538-05:002018-02-07T08:29:48.538-05:00They we really neat to see and fairly well looked ...They we really neat to see and fairly well looked after, we actually wondered if they use the ruins for a background for special events like weddings.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-55308543588783947262018-02-07T08:28:33.565-05:002018-02-07T08:28:33.565-05:00The hacienda ruins was a fun find for sure, this i...The hacienda ruins was a fun find for sure, this is why we love to just go out for a walk/hike, you never know what you might come across. :-)Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-3625346537692273772018-02-07T08:27:07.386-05:002018-02-07T08:27:07.386-05:00Hope you are having a good time Jim!Hope you are having a good time Jim!Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-67635401992440325012018-02-07T08:26:12.190-05:002018-02-07T08:26:12.190-05:00They aren't here to accommodate RV's, we a...They aren't here to accommodate RV's, we are very lucky actually that they will let you camp overnight in the overflow parking and nobody on the group has complained about it, in fact several people mentioned how much they like it here. As Paul mentioned, it is also nice that we are right at the ruins so we can get in first thing in the morning without having to take a bus to get here. Very convenient. Also the added bonus of the swimming pool across the street, just buy a meal and then use the pool or pay 50 pesos for the afternoon at the pool. Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-88222611465215407542018-02-07T08:20:53.627-05:002018-02-07T08:20:53.627-05:00Thank you Diana! :-)Thank you Diana! :-)Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-56036152131137836842018-02-07T08:18:30.852-05:002018-02-07T08:18:30.852-05:00It was interesting! We love finding things like th...It was interesting! We love finding things like that, especially when we aren't expecting it. :-)Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-16741359510122783692018-02-07T08:17:22.558-05:002018-02-07T08:17:22.558-05:00Nope, you don't find ruins like that every day...Nope, you don't find ruins like that every day but we have managed to come across a few on our trips, this one was probably one of the best and so unexpected.<br /><br />It is very hot now, we have all quickly forgotten those rainy days not too long ago. It doesn't feel super humid, the other day it did but the last two days it just seems hot.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-22545731862803180992018-02-07T08:14:10.153-05:002018-02-07T08:14:10.153-05:00We have never been to Siem Reap in Cambodia but we...We have never been to Siem Reap in Cambodia but we have most definitely seen pictures of it and yes, very similar but not on such a grand scale as there. We have to admit we miss this type of life when we are doing the caravan but we will continue to try to fit some of our own exploring in whenever we have the chance.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-33909570354014265432018-02-06T23:15:31.710-05:002018-02-06T23:15:31.710-05:00Actually Brigette, it's not bad, a pool availa...Actually Brigette, it's not bad, a pool available and right at the ruins entrance. You can run generators. It is a huge advantage you can get on the site before the crowds, and when it's cooler. Same situation with the parking at Chichen Itza. At that one it is especially advantageous to get in and out before the tour buses from the all inclusive's & cruise ships arrive. 5000 people at day there, Uxmal is a bit more off the beaten track, but still a few hundred in there by 10 AM. IMO they are more impressive ruins than Chichen Itza. As a Archaeology major at university (I won't say how many years ago), I find it one of the more interesting sites, with a rather crazy legend that hopefully Kevin will relate tomorrow. One version of it anyway.Paul Beddowshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16471244341564465899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-5553315101560842132018-02-06T22:58:03.393-05:002018-02-06T22:58:03.393-05:00If you eat in the fancy hotel and also in the rest...If you eat in the fancy hotel and also in the restaurant in the ruins foyer in the far right hand corner (Much cheaper) I will interested in your opinion. In Fall I felt the hotel restaurant had gone downhill since last eating there. However, it could have been an off day for the chef. Glad to see the weather has picked up. More cloud on the west coast still than usual. Usually breaks by noon, but it is not normal for this time of year.Paul Beddowshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16471244341564465899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-24650988571853280322018-02-06T22:06:11.088-05:002018-02-06T22:06:11.088-05:00Those large lizards are amazing but still make me...Those large lizards are amazing but still make me a bit on edge when they are close.Chuck and Anneke's RV travelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01929384797592263167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-42495185548446230532018-02-06T19:12:49.946-05:002018-02-06T19:12:49.946-05:00The world is filled with so many great places to v...The world is filled with so many great places to visit. Who would want to stay at home?living.boondockingmexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17157433834193440923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-7449565285240190842018-02-06T15:38:24.344-05:002018-02-06T15:38:24.344-05:00Intriguing ruins! What a rewarding find on your hi...Intriguing ruins! What a rewarding find on your hike! Those trees are a testament to how Mother Nature adapts. Heh? Love the video! Thanks! <br /><br />Good to know there is a nice pool to cool off. Did you venture to explore the hotel? Heheh. Lynnette Khuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15608492676290925231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-16185635010438248032018-02-06T15:07:56.650-05:002018-02-06T15:07:56.650-05:00Wow! Love those ruins of the hacienda! Very cool...Wow! Love those ruins of the hacienda! Very cool. Cindy Fowlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17440427926382142022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-90975814558374382342018-02-06T14:35:23.754-05:002018-02-06T14:35:23.754-05:00That hacienda was a great find! A good deal on par...That hacienda was a great find! A good deal on parking and pool as well!Crofthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17634815881045387152noreply@blogger.com