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Disney Fantasy Part 5: April 2013

June 21, 2013 | Disney, Travel

My last trip entry was our delicious dinner at Palo. The next day was Cozumel day! We knew exactly where we were heading, our favorite spot: Paradise Beach. We have been here I think four times or so, and we love it. You pay two dollars for a chair/umbrella, and get to use the beach and the pool. They have other optional add onโ€™s for a fee as well. Not to mention, they have a GREAT menu with lots to choose from, and super clean bathrooms.

We were some of the first people off the boat and ended up walking accidentally with one of the shore excursion groups. It was funny, we were just right in the thick of them. The nice part about it was when we were walking through the outdoor mall part, none of the vendors bugged us because they knew the tour group wouldnโ€™t stop for them to shop so they didnโ€™t waste their breath. Must remember this for next time as well!

We hopped in a taxi and were literally the first ones there I think!

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We headed out to the beach first and decided we would hit the pool a bit later after lunch.

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I donโ€™t know.

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We relaxed in the chairs and I enjoyed a yummy Tidal wave.

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We got hungry after an hour or so, and decided to go eat lunch up at the tables near the pool and then hang out there for awhile. I love the view of the pool and the ocean from the tables, and itโ€™s a nice shady area to eat. I had some yummy quesadillas and another drink.

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We hung out in the enormous pool for awhile, and I even took an amazing nap in my chair. Talk about a great place for a nap! We stayed until about 3:00 and decided we had been out in the sun long enough.

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We hated to say goodbye to our favorite Cozumel spot though!

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We took a taxi back to the port and saw the beautiful Fantasy again.

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If you are ever in Cozumel and are looking for a great but inexpensive place to relax for the day, I highly recommend Paradise Beach! I would love to answer any questions you have. Also, be sure to check them out on Facebook for more pictures!

That night was Pirate night. AAARRGGHH!

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We enjoyed dinner, and were able to watch the fireworks from our balcony in our room! I was way too tired and full to go to the Pirate Buffet so Bobby went without me and brought his food back to the room.

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Of course he had to get a turkey leg.

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I think I was asleep before he even started eating. It was a long day in the sun!

QOTD: Beach or pool?

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  1. Kristyn says

    June 21, 2013 at 5:20 am

    Beach!! I love the sound of the waves and feel of the sand on my feet. And, I am loving your suit!! Super cute!

    • Heather says

      June 24, 2013 at 7:21 am

      thanks!

  2. Lesley says

    June 21, 2013 at 6:35 am

    Beach! There’s so much more to do than at the pool.

    • Heather says

      June 24, 2013 at 7:21 am

      I agree!

  3. Jen says

    June 21, 2013 at 7:23 am

    That beach looks so pretty! Is that where Bobby lost his sunglasses once? When we take Wyatt on another cruise — like when he’s 15 — we definitely have to go to that beach so he can wear himself out on the bouncy things.

    • Heather says

      June 24, 2013 at 7:21 am

      Yes! Same one.

  4. Frank@The Fat Runner says

    June 21, 2013 at 6:30 am

    Love your pirate face! Arghh!

  5. EveryDayGirl says

    June 21, 2013 at 1:54 pm

    My husband’s favorite Disneyland food is turkey legs! Love the towel animal! ๐Ÿ™‚

  6. Karen :0) says

    June 23, 2013 at 8:41 pm

    Turkey leg! LOL
    Looks like a great day…love that y’all were the first ones at the beach!

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