Monday, May 26, 2008

Puerto Rico!

At the beginning of the month, Mark and I took advantage of his week off between semesters and took a trip to PR. I'm always itching for a vacation, and when I saw tickets on AirTran for less than $100 one way, we jumped on them. The trip was seriously so much fun; if you want to see more pictures, click HERE. Otherwise, here's the abreviated version...
Day 1
- Arrived in San Juan at around 2:30 in the afternoon
- Explored Old San Juan
- Visited the Cathedral of San Juan Bautista, which really wasn't that cool. I couldn't even remember why I even had it on my list of "Things to See" until we got back to the car and remembered that Ponce de Leon is buiried there. So we had to go back later on and take a picture, of course.
- Got pooped on at Pigeon Park - bummer.
- Headed to Fajardo (on the east side of the island) to stay at the Passion Fruit B&B. The staff was super nice (and they made a killer breakfast). But don't ask them for directions...they were seriously challenged in that department.
Day 2
- Took the mini plane from Fajardo to Vieques (a small island about 8 mins flight away). Loved the views from the plane.
- Arrived at our next B&B. Realized we were the only guests; got upgraded to the best room.
- "Rented" a Hawaii-style car, which I think belonged to a staff member.
- Visited some amazing beaches, and saw tons of sweet lizards. And stray horses everywhere.
- Went on the BioBay Kayak Tour of Mosquito Bay. Definitely one of the most amazing things I've ever seen.
Day 3
- Flew back to main island.
- Went hiking at El Yunque Rainforest.
- Checked into our awesome apartment in Isla Verde. Loved the view - right on the beach!
Day 4
- Visited the forts of El Morro and Fort San Cristobal. Almost got blown away (seriously) by the crazy wind.
Day 5
- Drove to the west side of the island to see the Arecibo Observatory and the world's largest radio telescope.
- Visited the Rio Camuy cave park...were sad that the caves were closed, but still liked seeing the giant sinkhole and the huge cave openings.
Day 6
- Spent the morning at the beach
- Flew home; tried to get caught up on sleep!
Hope you enjoyed the pics...if you want to hear more details about the trip, give me a call!

9 comments:

meli said...

How fun! I am so jealous! I wish I were going on a cool vacation soon! Great pics!

Mark and Lachelle said...

So not fair!!! I am ready for a vacation! Lucky you!! Looks like you guys had so much fun! Love all the pics too!

Megan said...

So fun! I'm definitely jealous. I love the lizard picture!

Amy said...

Such a glamorous life you crazy, carefree kids have these days! The lizard was definitely my fav ...

Shari and Grady Wroblewski said...

Holy cow! I'm new to this blogging thing...which I love more than myspace now, but I can't believe your trip! I'm so jealous! I haven't been anywhere in forever. I miss you so much! I'm glad you guys are having fun. I already added you to my friends list on my blog and I think it will be a way better way to keep updated. You mean the world to me girl. I love you so much! Tell your hubbie Hi for me!

Anonymous said...

Yo1 Who's the hottie in the skimpy bikini?? Nice cleavage, sista! Keep the skin comin'!!
I didn't know mormons could wear those little things. You certainly showed me wrong.
Woot!

carLy hart crandaLL said...

noelle! i totally forgot you went to PR recently! I've been asking around for the scoop on this place with not much luck... could you send me your itinerary? that is if you still have it in type form. if not, i'll give you a call.

carLy hart crandaLL said...

btw... who's the creepster talkin about you and your bikini?? haha. nuts.

Angie O said...

Hey! Found your blog and searched until I found the Puerto Rico trip. So fun! We will go someday, hopefully soon :)