Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Down Time!
Well, after a fabulous day on the water we needed a day to sit back and chill! Yesterday was such a great day traveling by speed boat around the island of Antigua! The highlight of the day was definitely the Sting Ray Farm. This was such a cool experience and the whole family enjoyed it.Dad got to hold the sting ray while the girls surrounded him for support. I'm not sure, but I think they we hoping to be able to cash in on the insurance policies! Lol. We had such a great time but really needed a day to relax. After a trip to the gym, we met the girls for breakfast and then headed to the pool. A fantastic day of relaxing, a few drinks, enjoying the sun, the pool and the family. It was such a nice day. Tonight we are heading to then Managers Pools and then on to dinner! This is such a great place and the people are so friendly! Just wish we had done this years ago!
Monday, July 1, 2013
Swimming with the Sting Ray's
So today was our big tour day! We booked a awesome extreme sport boat trip around the island, which included a stop at Sting Ray Island to swim with the Sting Rays! Danelle has been so looking forward to this one. We left early this morning along with another family from Dallas, TX and a couple newly wed from Willingboro, NJ! Wow! The cab ride to the beach was uneventful except for the conversation in the cab. Once there we loaded the boat!
The trip out was beautiful. The views were fantastic and the captain and mates were so nice! Once out at the Sting Ray we were in the water and swimming with the Sting Rays. Dawn and Lynn were a little apprehensive but before long all of us were in the water and surrounded by Sting Rays. It was fantastic! What a day! We traveled completely around the Island, stopping at Green Island for lunch and Rendezvous Bay for beach and punch and then back to the launch site! We even did some snorkeling at English Harbour. It was just a fantastic day!
This was simply a wonderful family experience was some really fun people! Now we are all exhausted and ready to hit the sheets. But the memories of this day will last a life time! Tune in tomorrow for more!
Sunday, June 30, 2013
Day four
Good Morning everyone!!! So it's the morning of day three in Antigua. We woke up early this morning to go to the gym. While we were working out it began to rain and is supposed to clear by this afternoon. After working out we decided to go straight to breakfast where we enjoyed a cup of coffee and omelets, fruit, and yogurt. So right now we are watching Freedom Writers and waiting for the rain to stop. Have a wonderful day and remember to smile. :)
-Dawn
-Dawn
Saturday, June 29, 2013
Day Three - The Beach
Today we decided to hit the beach! It's called "Burn Day"! We started off at the gym. Can you believe that? The whole family went over and worked out for about an hour. We did the tread mill and a little of the cyber machines! Then it was time for the beach. A hot June day in Antigua brings plenty of sun for the body and all of us enjoyed plenty of both! I guess I got the most having the least amount of time in the sun to begin with? The nice thing about the resort is that you are never to far from a bar so with some nice refreshing drinks, the hot sun is very bearable! The beach front offers plenty of lounging spots with trees, huts and even shade awnings. The island breezes would bring a cloud over once in a while just to give a break. Late in the afternoon a quick little shower past over but it really didn't amount to much at all.
The beach bar and grill offers a lite fare so in the late afternoon we strolled up the steps to sit and enjoy a cheese pizza and some fish and chips. The views are spectacular as we sit on the porch of our suites and gaze out over the bay and the ocean. Suddenly we got the treat of a life time as a passing storm cloud brought us a beautiful rainbow! We all sat on the porch watching the cloud pass over head and the rainbow show off its colors. Another beautiful day in paradise will give us a night of dinner and entertainment. Our family is so enjoying this precious time together and the resort is beautiful! The people are wonderful. Everyone one we meet and talk with is so friendly. They simply can not do enough for you to make your stay the best. 
So for now I say goodbye. But if you ever are searching for a place to go away and rest, relaxation, spectacular view, fabulous food and wonderful friendly staff, The Verandah Resort and Spa in Antigua should be high on your list? It certainly is on ours!
Friday, June 28, 2013
Day Two - The Arrival
Well, after an early morning rise and shine we caught the shuttle to the airport and just zipped right through security! 5:30 am and we are sitting at the gate waiting for a 7:40 am flight! Oh we'll, I Love New York! The flight to Antigua was nice and we were 30 minutes early getting into the airport. Customs was a breeze and before long we were at The Verandah! A nice lunch while our rooms were being prepared and then swimsuits and the pool! We haven't found our favorite drink yet, but its early. The weather is beautiful with a nice ocean breeze and a few passing clouds to break up the intense sun! Oh we'll, time for a shower and then dinner. Hope your having a great day because mine has been terrific!
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Day One - The Prelude
Well, the long awaited day has come! After a long day we left at 5:00 pm and headed to New York for a short night before getting up at 3:30 am to begin our trip to Antiqua. The plane loads at 7:00 am and we were told to arrive by 5:00 am to get through security. Wow, if it wasn't a 4 hour flight, we could have left from South Jersey and security is really easy! Well, this time tomorrow we will be at the Verandah Resort and Spa for 10 days of rest, relaxation and sun! This has been 7 years in waiting and we are so looking forward to the time away with our girls! Be back in touch with you soon!
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
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