Hello from Mazatlan

Our second port was Mazatlan. This seemed like more of what we would consider a typical Mexican. We haven't traveled extensively in Mexico, but we could see similarities to Rocky Point. This was Maryn's favorite port because she loved being able to tour the city and loved the familiar Mexican feel. We were a little worried about the clouds in the sky since we had planned a water activity, but the weather cooperated and we soon figured out their was nothing to worry about. I mean, hello! We are about to go kayaking in Mazatlan! 

Our kayak trip was around Stone Island and it took about an hour. The water was so warm. There was initial shock as we sat in the kayaks, but soon it felt so refreshing as we paddled our way around the small island. It took about an hour to make it clear around and then to the beach where we were having lunch. We let Maryn handle our ordering and quickly followed her example in dealing with the vendors. We spent a couple hours there, just enjoying the beach.  Kelly and Kelsey did some body surfing while Maryn and I watched from the beach. On our return trip we were able to see some of the homes. It is always so humbling to see.  We are so blessed in so many ways.   

We had a couple of hours left before we had to be back on the boat, so we hired a guide to take us around the city. He took us to see their cathedral, to their shopping plaza and to see the Avienda Del Mar where there are lot's of monuments. The street runs along the waters edge for a couple of miles and is so beautiful. We saw cliff divers, Lookout Hill, where we could see our boat along the city, the El Faro lighthouse, the oldest bakery and some historical parts of the city . It was fun to see the influence of the different countries in their architecture.