After leaving the Hawaiian islands we enjoyed four lovely sea days as we cruised back across the beautiful Pacific Ocean. I enjoy sea days so much as it really gives me a chance to relax and read and do nothing if we please. On this cruise there was Tea Time in the afternoon that we enjoyed. Along with gazing at the ocean and walks I'm a happy camper.
This cruise was basically a trip to the islands of Hawaii. It also included a stop on the way back to Long Beach in Ensenada, Mexico. We were curious about that stop and were informed that because of the Jones Act it was required because of US maritime law. The Jones Act basically says, no foreign registered ship is permitted to transport goods (or passengers) from a US port to other US ports and back without stopping in a foreign country. The Carnival Splendor is registered in Panama.
Today was also Grayden's birthday! Our daughter arranged to have a cake delivered to our stateroom along with Spumante for her Daddy's special day.
After the birthday surprise, we headed out to our excursion to visit the coastline of Ensenda and Blow Hole. Ensenada is located in Baja California and only 90 miles south of San Diego. It is often referred to as the La Cenicienta del Pacificio--The Cinderella of the Pacific!
We boarded the bus attended by our guide, Benji! This young man was so smart and told us he learned English from American television shows he watched as a child. Yes, he was Mexican and was delightful telling us all about their economy and culture.
The rugged coastline we followed was so lovely!
Our destination was their famous Blow Hole. Getting off of the bus, Benji explained to us how to barter and that it was expected. We have experienced it before and I must say I'm not good at it! I want to pay what the price says, but that is not what they do! We bought the grands a few things and Grayden bartered for them.
There were many folks viewing Blow Hole so I could hardly get a decent photo along with the mist that enveloped the area!
This area is blessed with magnificent beauty! How can you look at such beauty and not feel gratitude for the beauty of our earth?
Ensenada was a delightful surprise for us! We are so glad we stopped here for a visit.
This was the last day of our 14 day cruise. The next day we boarded our flight home full of happy memories! Thank you for coming along with us! ♥
Today was also Grayden's birthday! Our daughter arranged to have a cake delivered to our stateroom along with Spumante for her Daddy's special day.
After the birthday surprise, we headed out to our excursion to visit the coastline of Ensenda and Blow Hole. Ensenada is located in Baja California and only 90 miles south of San Diego. It is often referred to as the La Cenicienta del Pacificio--The Cinderella of the Pacific!
We boarded the bus attended by our guide, Benji! This young man was so smart and told us he learned English from American television shows he watched as a child. Yes, he was Mexican and was delightful telling us all about their economy and culture.
The rugged coastline we followed was so lovely!
Our destination was their famous Blow Hole. Getting off of the bus, Benji explained to us how to barter and that it was expected. We have experienced it before and I must say I'm not good at it! I want to pay what the price says, but that is not what they do! We bought the grands a few things and Grayden bartered for them.
There were many folks viewing Blow Hole so I could hardly get a decent photo along with the mist that enveloped the area!
This area is blessed with magnificent beauty! How can you look at such beauty and not feel gratitude for the beauty of our earth?
Ensenada was a delightful surprise for us! We are so glad we stopped here for a visit.
This was the last day of our 14 day cruise. The next day we boarded our flight home full of happy memories! Thank you for coming along with us! ♥
