• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Home
  • About/Hire Me
    • About Me
    • Hire Me
    • Contact
    • Family
    • Faith
    • FAQ
    • My Running Story
    • Recipes
  • Disney
  • Fitness
    • runDisney Information Page
    • Fitness
    • Races
  • Parenting
  • Travel

Through Heather's Looking Glass

  • Disney
  • Fitness
  • Travel
  • family
  • About Me

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 on’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 wouldn’t stop for them to shop so they didn’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!

DSC_0823

DSC_0826

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

cozumel

I don’t know.

DSC_0837

You can pay an additional fee and have use of all of the water toys!DSC_0841

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

tidalwave

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 it’s a nice shady area to eat. I had some yummy quesadillas and another drink.

DSC_0846

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.

DSC_0851

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

DSC_0847

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

DSC_0853

DSC_0855

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!

DSC_0858

DSC_0861

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.

DSC_0862

Of course he had to get a turkey leg.

DSC_0864

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

QOTD: Beach or pool?

Like this:

Like Loading...

Sign up for my newsletter

Reader Interactions

Comments

  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! 🙂

  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!

Trackbacks

  1. runningwithsass says:
    June 21, 2013 at 2:32 am

    Disney Fantasy Part 5: April 2013…

    My last trip entry was our delicious dinner at Palo. The next day was Cozumel day! We knew exactly where…

  2. Disney Fantasy Part 6: April 2013 | Through Heather's Looking Glass says:
    June 28, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    […] left off with a great day in Cozumel on my last installment. The next day, was a sea day, and had big plans to do a lot of nothing. We […]

Primary Sidebar

I am Heather Montgomery, a 30 something southern girl living in Knoxville, Tennessee with my husband Bobby, 10-year-old daughter Emma Kate, and our goldendoodles Dolly and Luna. I’m just a regular girl who likes to workout, travel, hang with my family, text, and eat chips and queso. Be sure to check out my “about me” page for more info!
Thank you for visiting, and feel free to contact me with questions, (or for PR inquiries or press trip invites) at Support@HeathersLookingGlass.com.

Please, no guest post requests. 🙂

More about me

Privacy Policy

You can also find me here:

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Recent Posts

  • 5 Reasons to Try a New Way of Travel
  • Experience Superhero-Sized Fun at Gaylord Opryland DC Summer
  • Digital Nomads: Safely Working Remotely While You Roam
  • Tips for Surviving (and Thriving) as a Travel Ball Mom
  • Protecting Your Kids’ Eyes In the Digital Age

 

Search

How to Start a Blog

How to start a blog
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
  • Disney
  • Fitness
  • Travel
  • Family
We have been having a great June so far! We recent We have been having a great June so far! We recently spent some time in Pigeon Forge at @dollywood and @downtownflavortown, two of our faves. 

If you haven’t been to either, add them to your list! Dollywood has tons of great rides and shows (we are season pass holders so go often!) and Downtown Flavortown has amazing food, an arcade and duck pin bowling. They were kind enough to have us come visit and eat with them. 

Are you going anywhere fun this summer? 

#dollywood #downtownddlavortown #pigeonforge
From workout mode to errand mode 💪➡️🛒 th From workout mode to errand mode 💪➡️🛒 these Yvette Sports pieces do it all. Ad 

✅ Inclusive sizing
✅ Multiple color options
✅ Perfect for busy moms on the go

Whether you’re hitting the gym or just chasing your to-do list, you’ll feel supported and confident.

Check out the 🔗 in my bio to shop! Use code Heather20 to get 20% off at the 🔗! 

 #YvetteSports #MomLifeStyle #AthleisureGoals
Tiny home + lake views + s’mores = the perfect T Tiny home + lake views + s’mores = the perfect Tennessee weekend 🌲🔥🏡
We spent a few days at Natchez Trace (part of @thousandtrails), and it was exactly what we needed—peaceful, fun, and full of charm. #100daysofcamping 

We stayed in the cutest little tiny house (shoutout to “Sadie” from @petite.retreats!), and filled our time with:
✨ Lake strolls
⛳️ Mini golf showdowns
🏀 Basketball games
🔥 Campfire s’mores
🦆 duck feeding
…and plenty of unplugged moments together 💛

This spot truly has it all—whether you’re glamping, RVing, or just looking for a getaway that blends nature and comfort.

🎥 Press play for a peek at our cozy stay and all the memories we made at this beautiful campground!

AD #NatchezTrace #ThousandTrails #PetiteRetreats #FamilyTravel #TinyHomeLiving #TennesseeTravel #GlampingVibes
😎 90’s summer loading….. If you grew up in 😎 90’s summer loading…..

If you grew up in the 90’s like me, you know we had THE BEST summers. They were simple, but magical. Yes sometimes we got bored and fought with our friends, but the freedom and fun was so memorable. 

In today’s world of screen time and filling every second of the day with “fun” for our kids so they never have to be bored, it makes me sad that they won’t experience what we did. So I am trying to recreate a 90’s summer the best way I can.

Will we still travel? Of course, it’s my job. But when we are home, I’m not filling every second with fun. I’m making her figure it out. Read a book. Do some chores. Then just…go. Play. Be a ten year old while I work. Then in the evenings we can play some more, together, while I tell stories of all the crazy and fun things I did as a kid during those special 90’s summers. ☀️ 🩷

#90ssummer #summerideas #summerideasforkids #carefreesummer
✨Celebrating 70 years of Disneyland magic!✨ W ✨Celebrating 70 years of Disneyland magic!✨ 
We made it extra special by booking through Apple Vacations, which bundled our trip into one easy, affordable package — total game changer for planning a family trip! 🏰💫 (ad)

From thrilling rides to fairy-tale moments, this trip was everything we hoped for and more. If you’re thinking about going during the 70th anniversary, this is the time to do it! 🎉

📲 Link in bio to check out @applevacations and start planning your own magical getaway!

#Disneyland70 #AppleVacations #FamilyTravel #DisneyMagic #PackageDealPerfection #whereyourstorystarts #disneyland70th
Having a tween is SO much fun. 😆 #tween #tween Having a tween is SO much fun. 😆

#tween #tweenlife #tweenslang #thisisten @theprincessek
Steal my 48-hour Pigeon Forge itinerary 🗺️☀ Steal my 48-hour Pigeon Forge itinerary 🗺️☀️
We stayed at @countrycascadeswaterparkresort so my kid could splash nonstop at the new indoor waterpark 💦—then packed our days with:

🏴‍☠️ Sky Pirates of Mermaid Bay @skypiratesgolf 
❄️ Pigeon Forge Snow @pigeonforgesnow 
🍽️ A meal at The Old Mill @theoldmilltn 
✨ Play at @wonderworks_tn 
🚀 Space Race Adventures @spaceraceadventurestn 
🎡 Unlimited rides at The Island with a 48-hour wristband @theislandpf 
🦖 See free animatronic dinos at Jurassic Adventure at The Island
🕹️ Play at the arcade while you’re there
🌍 Soar across America at SkyFly @skyflypf 

So much family fun packed into two days! 
👉🏻Save this for your next summer getaway to @mypigeonforge 

#MyPigeonForgePartner #mypigeonforge #FamilyTravelItinerary #PigeonForgeWithKids #summervacation

Copyright © 2025 · Through Heather's Looking Glass · Theme by Bella Creative Studio

%d