I am sure there are plenty of people out there whom have had the pleasure of visiting Cancun. Besides Tijuana and Mexi Cali this was my first experience outside of the United States, and let me tell you what an amazing trip it was. I was lucky enough to accompany my husband's family (boyfriend at the time) to Mexico. Being to Hawaii previously I was completely biased. Siding with Hawaii of course. I am here to tell you there is nothing like the Caribbean waters. Jack Sparrow had it right from day one. The blazing sun is so strong on your skin you feel like leather, the sand so soft and white you feel like your walking on powder, the water so crystal clear and turquoise it feels more like a dream than reality. The nightlife is Mexico's version of Las Vegas. Baskets of chips plus shots of tequila lead only to karaoke and dancing at Senior Frogs or Margaritaville. The stunning hotels are filled with tables covered in sterling silver, precious stones, and delicious cuban cigars. We snorkel in Angel Cove....I see my first shark. As a group we travel by bus (not air conditioned) for a couple of hours arriving in Chich'en Izta. Over 1,000 year old Mayan Ruins will come into view. It is a site I will never forget, and never really fully comprehend. It is the oldest piece of history I will encounter until later in life. Standing in the middle of these ruins I close my eyes, I can feel the spirits. I can hear the drums and the singing. I can see the blood splattered against the stones from sacrifice. Which I will later come to learn is a common occurrence for the Mayan culture. Cancun is much more than a party vacation. It is entirely educational. It inspires my desire to visit South America, to embrace my future husbands roots.
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