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Re dress code Brian says:So I have been here 4 days now. And it appears that any kind of shorts are being allowed. I have seen jean, cargo, dress, and regular khaki. I have wore pants every night because it has been somewhat cool. But if you are confused on what exactly you need it doesn’t look like it matters. This is the RM location.
Spa day..and boy did I need a haircut. And then, I ran into the wedding coordinator. Carolina was checking up on her bride who was getting her hair done.
Ah thanks Blueskies. I though it was some kind of tweetng.
Peter posted some food pics; snapper, mignon & scallops
It’s hard to say.Usually weekends are busiest in terms of people coming and going but maybe the fact that your dauhter arrives at night will make it less busy.
It can also vary from hour to hour. My daughter and I arrived on Wednesday in December. She arrived an hour ahead of me and had a longer wait as two other planes came in at the same time. I arrived with no other planes and was outside the airport in 20 minutes.
Dinner at the Japanese restaurant. This is the seshian shrimp. Very good. Some guys got in wearing cargo shorts ?
Peter says: “Who’s a dirty monkey? Obviously I am. After twerking on the beach with some of the animation team, I require refreshment. A dirty money!!!”
From Lyndsey: “Again, another lovely day in paradise. I need to remember to rotate as now only my right side has color lol I just get so into my book I don’t remember ☺ back in the room to get ready for dinner. Thinking of going to the Japanese restaurant. We’ve had 2 phone calls. One asking if everything was good and if we had any complaints (of course not ?). Second, to ask if we needed anything. Very good customer service. Ttfn ?”
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Akumal webcamLyndsey on food: “We’ve had nothing but great food so far. I did see the difference in the dinner buffet last night but nothing we still couldn’t find that suited us. Be open to new things and relax, you’re on vacation “
Peter reports,”Just had an amazing dinner at Le Chanterelle. Carol had warm goat cheese with nuts and I had the Bouillabaisse soup. Then we shared Chateau Briand for two. As good as the food was, seeing all our friends again was amazing. I will make a concerted effort to take food pictures…for all you food porn addicts.”
Anne: Yum!!
Lindsey reports:”Had our first full day. Weather was gorgeous. 29 Celsius so I’m guessing upper 80’s Fahrenheit? Either way it was lovely. Spent most of the day at the beach. They had the seaweed cleaned up by the time we got there (10am). The tide is higher than last year. Fajitas at punta Emilia snack bar are delicious as usual. I see they added more seating there and the plates are actual plates. Then we went to the colonial pool for a few hours. Bryan played volleyball with some people from Argentina. Now cleaned up and ready to watch our Packers in the sports bar. It’s really quiet here today. Lots of chairs still available at the beach and pool. In the past we use to get to the beach by 6am to lay towels out to get chairs”
Lyndsey reports it was sunny & 86 degrees.
Last night she had a visit with Valentin who remembered her.
Thank you to all here and on FB for my birthday wishes. I am blessed to have so many friends tohelpmelive vicariously!Hopeto see some of you overthe next year at the P.
That is tooo funny! Hopefully we’ll meet this year!!
My wonderful neighbors made me dinner and a cake. I made them erase the # on the cake!!!
I was hoping I’d win the lottery last night and then everyone would be my guest at the P!
When you send in a room request (a week or less before you go) mention that this is your 2nd visit. You may get a room upgrade (no guarantees as it depends on availability), fruit basket or other acknowledgment.
My daughter loved Vallarta. Have a fabulous time.
Welcome. They do try to honor repeat guests but nothing is guaranteed.How many times have you been to a Palladium and which Palladium are you visiting?
Ivan says Yes,the next members Party will be at Jamaica 09/16/2016
About the topic for the party, you can vote to choose the topic for the next members party.
The vote are on the reception of Palladium Travel Club at Riviera Maya Vallarta Punta Cana and Jamaica and coming soon on Facebook
We really look forward to hearing about your experience with Brian, his exprience with food (I wouldn’t worry) and the kids club. Great staff there so hopefully he’ll give it a chance. Happy for you.
How exciting to share Paradise with Brian. I’d go with a Colonial Jr Suite. Ask for bldg 20 or 21 as those are super locations.Probably ground floor. Sofa beds are new. Happy for you!!
Here is the Royal Suites Room Service menu
https://unofficialpalladium.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Menu-2.pdfWelcome Springer, I have this email address.
reservations@palladiumtravelclub.comI know with non-members rooms are not assigned until it is close to arrival dates. In the hospitality industry things change frequently so it may be that they do not assign TC rooms until it is closer to your dates.
I LOVE the Kantenah MS! Have fun.
There is a newish undergound Bano near the international shops at the south end.
Ha ha my daughter got the line,”I give discounts to beautiful girls. For you it is free.”
Thank you.It is a way to keep current information flowing as well as to keep in touch with new and old friends
Joan I remember how toe first weeks of the empty nest felt! Clad your dauhter can koi you in Feb
Aramos do you have plans to go back to the P?
I have spoken via email to the sports bar manager.He is waiting for a new menu to be printed. Should be similar.
Yes, must go back for my lamb chops, a ride on the pontoon boat and a visit to the spa. We got very lazy and missed doing some things.
This suggestion was given by a number of baby boomers who travel with young aduts and are on different sleep schedules. The Jr suites in the Royal are lovley but the open concept presents a problem when traveling with an older child or partner who has a very different sleep schedule.
Yup I saw a few men who looked like beach bums in the ala cartes.
They ran out of lamb chops on my last night. Guess i need to go back!!
We were disappointed with the beef broth in Adelita which was very good in the past.Otherwise very good.They served a very nice appetizer which we didn’t order.
It would be great to have anther sleeping option with our girls One night Abby stayed out til 5am! Yikes.
Yes, Abby wanted to eat outdoors the first day but once we tried Hacienda and Kabah we ate there most days.Much nicer.
Part 3 food
Gracis to these great staff for all of the wonderful food!
Food is subjective. As the resort is preparing food for various cultures and thousands of meals a day, nobody will like everything but there is certainly plenty to choose from for even the most discerning diner. Menus are now in Spanish, English, French, German & Russian.We usually ate breakfast at El Jardin which we enjoyed as it wasn’t crowded. They have a buffet there, an egg grille, and a menu. We usually had freshly made omelets and a selection from the buffet.They also have fresh juices and Blood Mary fixings. You can eat inside or outside.
They have a nice selection of fresh juice and all the mixings for Bloody Marys.
For lunch we tried El Gran Azul over the main pool on the first day as Abby wanted to eat outside. Personally I thought that they did not have the selections available previously but that really didn’t matter to me as after a search I discovered that they still offer freshly grilled items which is what I have for lunch every day. They didn’t have any signage indicating this thus the confusion. (They do have signage in other buffets.) Abby had a chicken burger (they have a selection of burgers) and I had grilled chicken with a selection of salads.
After that day we ate in either La Hacienda on Colonial or Kabah on Riviera. These are much larger and IMHO food quality has greatly improved. Atmosphere is very nice with linens and fresh flowers. (No wet bathing suits.) It seems that they improved quality over quantity which is fine with me. They had three kinds of paella, large paella type pans with shrimp and mussels as well as the standard pasta station, variety of pizza, salads, cold cuts, hamburgers,hot dogs fresh made bread & rolls There were two grilling stations offering a total of 6 items to choose to have grilled including chicken,steak, pork ,salmon and more.
One day Abby ate at Punta Emilia beach bar as she enjoys the Mexican food there. They also now offer fried fish filet and whole fried fish which I enjoyed.
“Flying fish” (Flew off my plate one day in the wind)
For dinner we mostly ate at El Jardin choosing lobster with steak or lamb chops.
Juan with deserts
We also went to La Adelita where the food was very good
and Punta Emilia. I enjoyed the seafood platter (and they kindly substituted for a fish I can’t eat). Abby had the pepper veal steak (which is beef) and it was extremely tender.
On Christmas Eve we attended the Gala dinner which was wonderful.Nothing was spared. When entering we were given a Kir Royale (champagne with cherry liquor).
The ladies were given roses. Decorations were tastefully done including ice sculptures, Christmas trees, and a live Santa. Food included unlimited lobsters, shrimp, fish, roast beef (prime rib), beef filets,turkey, roast pork, chicken, many veggies, salads, fruits and deserts. Beautifully done.
We did not eat dinner in the buffet but we visited and I thought it looked to be a good variety and a high standard for a buffet. In addition they have the grilling stations for those who can’t find anything to their liking.
Overall I found the quality and variety of food very good to excellent. I rarely found something I didn’t like but considering the vast number of guests and the various cultures they are serving I wouldn’t expect to like everything. I honestly can’t understand people who complain that they can’t find anything to eat. I can’t imagine what their expectations are.
Great ice cream resort wide
For Royal guests various plattersin the room
This took the place of Rodizio. The new Spanish Tapas restaurant took the place of the Asian. We didn’t try it as there were just too many other good choices!
Pat, welcome. I have heard from a number of baby boomers like me traveling with mileniums that there is a need for two bedroom suites. You have added to this suggestion.Thank you.
Ater arriving we went to the pool for a while and decided to have dinner at El Jardin where we both ordered lobster. Service was excellent. After dinner we went by to say hi to Filiburto and Valencia.
As we had both been traveling since 3 am we decided to make t an early night.
Daily routine
We developed a routine.I usually got up early and went down to the Royal lobby for coffee.(Must say the beds are very comfy and it was tempting to “sleep in”.) The Jr. suites are lovely but one drawback is that if you are on different sleep schedules it is difficult to move around the room, put lights on, etc without disturbing the other person. The open concept bath also raises some noise issues. For those traveling with young adults you may want to consider a suite which would give you two rooms and a private bath.One of the rooms has a sleep sofa though. I would add to my wish list that the resort consider a two bedroom suite for those traveling with young adults. Usually I waited in the lobby for Abby and we had breakfast together at El Jardin We really enjoyed breakfast there. Sometimes, if Abby had gotten in late and she missed El Jardin, we walked to Punta Emilia where she had some Mexican food.
After breakfast we usually spent an hour or two on the beach, went to Kabah or Hacienda for lunch, and then spent the remainder of the time at the Royal pool. We did attend the Foam party on Thursday at noon and tasted the coconut drinks served. Both the foam party and the kids’ pool party were very well attended.
As the week wore on it got windier so we spent more time at the pool and less at the beach.
The Kantenah end of the beach is still lovely. There is some erosion at the White Sand end, probably due to wind and seaweed being cleaned up. All is all still very lovely.
We also had some quick but major downpours so we could usually hide under a palapa for those. The resort must have gone through a huge amount of towels during those rainy days.
The Royal pool is very relaxing, quiet and peaceful. They now have some floats there. Food, fruit kabobs, ice cream is available. Yvonne serves guests with a smile as do Jose Luis, Antonio & Freddy,
We usually went up to the room around 6 where Abby enjoyed a jacuzzi bath on the deck.
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There was always a new treat waiting for us, i.e. a cheese platter,cookies, chocolate covered strawberries and more. So much food!
We ate dinner around 8, listened to music in Riviera, Hemingway’s or Colonial then Abby went her own way to meet friends and Mom went to visit with Filiburto. Abby did attend the White Party on Monday night were she met some young adults from the US and Canada. She said it was “fun”. On another night she met an interesting gentleman from Texas and they sat at the beach bar until 5 am talking! Mom looked at the clock often on that night.
On Saturday night they have a “Fiesta”on the Riviera side before the show. That was quite fun.
Next: Food
I read several books over vacation. These two stand out:
Boston Girl by Anita Diamant A Jewish family immigrates from Europe to New York in the early 1900s. This is the story told by one of the daughters from 1915 to 1985. Very interesting and well written.
A Cup of Friendship by Deborah Rodriguez
This is the 2nd time I read this book and love it. Story centers around a remarkable coffee shop in Kabul Afghanistan run by an American woman. Great characters and lots ofiteresting details about life in Afghanistan.I also read this author’s true memoir entitled “Kabul Beauty School”.
I just saw 2 back to back bad reviews, both by authors as their first report. Suspicious. I would not put any weight in these. This one was just posted and seems more realistic
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g499445-d596646-r336071968-Grand_Palladium_Riviera_Resort_Spa-Akumal_Yucatan_Peninsula.html#CHECK_RATES_CONTMy daughter met some young adults who were staying in the Riviera last week and loved it. Tell the kids to go by the White Party at the salt water pool on Monday nights, the Foam party at the Colonial pool on Thursdays at noon. The disco is on the Riviera side and gets lively after 11.
For lunch we often ate at Kabah, the indoor buffet on the Riviera side or Punta Emilia beach bar, a short walk from Riviera rooms
I sent you an email. Send me your info about a week before you go and I’ll put in a word. As was suggested, ask for a third floor room if there are no mobility issues. Some third floors have views. While the Riviera rooms are not refurbished they are immacuate and in a nice quiet area.You’ll have a great time.
Welcome. Just back today. I know some of the reporters on TA are paid to write bad reviews.You have never seen a more immaculate resort You can eat off any rest room floor Which resort are you at? I was there with my 25 year old this week and cried to leave today. We’ve been going there for 13 years. Tell me where you’re staying and I’ll see what I can do to help.
Sadly home. Only positive is seeing Murh as he stopped eating while I was gone. Happy boy now.
Jennifer I can assure you there is TONS of kids food for even the fussiest kids. Lots of kids there over Christmas. They all looked happy & well fed.
Aw I’m getting “nostalgic”. Had a nice conversation with Pedro at 6:30 this morning. He’s been at the P since the beginning.He and many staff call me “Annie”ad follow our sites. Thanks to Pedro who actually knocked on my door to wake me up this morning! then got me some coffee and got to my transfer and to all of the wonderful staff at the P. Too many to mention, all so kind & helpful with beautiful smiles.
I know you’re not keen on going back but if you are a 4 time returnee you get three a la carte reservtions.
Abby leaves tomorrow and I have one more day. Very fast trip. Nice to spend quality time together. We found the Royal pool to be a ice quiet escape.
It’s hard to compare decorations as we are here at Christmas when they go all out. I did notice that they did some elaborate decorations with fruit & vegetables in Kabah buffet today. Selection was excellent; two grilling stations with fish, steaks,chicken, pork (6 items to choose from) 3 types of paella, large pans of shrimp & mussels, delicious roast chicken and the usual offerings of hot dogs, hamburgers, turkey burgers and things for the kids like pizza, pasta, french fries.Kabah is the main buffet on the WS side and is huge and not at all busy at lunch time.It is similar to La Hacienda on Colonial except larger. The only dinner I ate in the buffet was on Christmas Eve so can’t comment on that but I know they still offer the grilling selection of 6 items to choose from.. Haven’t seen any weddings.
Abby & I had a wonderful dinner at La Adelita. We went by Hemingways to find a book but way too many books to sort through and many not in English. Will return with a flashlight. I am visitng with Filiburto and Ventura. Pedro just came by to say hi as we often see each other on FB.
Abby went for a nap. We may meet in Riviera for some entertainment later. Will post more pics in the morning.
Heard a great band in Riviera lobby.
Actually only spent about an hour at the beach. Red flag day and VERY windy. Back at the Royal pool.
Sitting in Royal lobby waiting for a wi fi password to use in non-Royal areas. Wi fi has been great here in Royal. Roxanna just arrived to give me the code.
Jessica in Royal has been wonderful as have all the staff. She asked Abby about her birthday. Attention to detail.
We both had lobster at El Jardin.Abby had the tortilla soup and I a shrimp salad. We shared some lamb chops. Eating our way through the days! Yum.We try to walk to wear off some of this food.
After sitting through some rain while sipping cappucino in the Royal lobby Abby and I decided to go into PDC.Abby was hesitant to take a colectivo as the last time we rode one we had to literally hold the door closed! I assured her that they are much improved. We wandered out the Colonial gate and there was a colectivo waiting.It sat for awhle until it was mostly full of hotel guests. In PDC the colectivos gather at the corner of Calle 2 & 15th, just a short walk to 5th Ave. I stopped first in Playa Mart where I have always found what I wanted at a good price. The gentleman there was very helpful and we kept his suggestions and prices in mind as we wandered out. We went to the newer section (south) where Abby found a dress for NY Eve. We then wandered back and checked some local shops. One woman made us feel very highly pressured and had purchases wrapped for us before we had agreed. She tried to grab my CC. We immediately felt uncomfortable and went back to Playa Mart for our tequilla and vanilla where they gave us a very good price. Then we began walking back to the colectivo when Abby spotted just the item she was looking for.The shopkeeper was very quiet and polite and gave us a good price so we were very happy. Had to wait in line for colectivo back but no problem. $3 US each so price was right.
Some lines we heard, “I give a good price to pretty girls. For you almost free”. “I saw you at breakfast at the Palladium this morning”(not so – saw our bracelets). So beware. If it doesn’t feel right keep walking.
We enjoyed a lovely lunch at Kabah which has more of a selection than El Gran Azul as does La Hacienda.
Brenda, You are awesome. I don’t know how we managed without you!
If anyone has any questions just ask. I have the full menu.
I am here now. Resort is nearly 100% full as it is Christmas.
While November is usually quiet it seems that you hit a busy wedding week. I have not seen one wedding this week but have experienced large family groups here for Christmas. They have not interfered with our stay in the least.
My daughter and I got a late start today and went down to the beach at 11. Absolutely no problem finding loungers in sun or shade. Pools were busy then.
Regarding the buffets I did notice the El Gran Azul above the main pool feels much more casual and guests there seemed to gravitate more towards hamburgers, pizza, etc. Today I went to La Hacienda, interior AC restaurant for lunch and it was as I remember and in fact better as it was beautifully decorated, had a vast variety including 3 different paellas, large selection of fresh food for grilling and fresh linens, decorations etc.
The buffet last night for Christmas Eve was out of this world and nothing was spared. There was one large family group but they were tucked away and did not bother us.
Overall I think you just hit it on a busy wedding week. Christmas is the busiest time of the year and we have no complaints. Some changes but still someting for everyone IMHO.
After a bit of a late breakfast walked over to Kantenah. Stopped at Punta Emilia to give Lucy a small Christmas gift for her expected baby. Absolutely no problem getting a lounger, even at 11 am. There was some wind and that brought in the seaweed so many people were choosing the pools over the beach, I think. There was some surf today so many were enjoying the surf. Abby tried the water and found it refreshing.
We had a late lunch then walked back to the Royal pool which we enjoy in the afternoon. Very relaxing.
While we were getting ready for dinner a knock at the door -beautiful assortment of sweets and (another)fruit basket. I declined the fruit as it was out third basket! Dinner at Punta Emilia was wonderful. Two racoons were chased off by staff. We both had garlic prawns.I had the seafood assortment and Abby the steak which was extremely tender. Waiter Eric was very attentive and ensured I would not be served Mahi Mahi which I am allergic to. No problem.
Sittng in Royal lobby wondering if we can make the pirate show which doesn’t begin til 10:30. Gets excellent reviews. There was an 8 pm pirate showw with Raggs for the kids. Tomorrow we are thinking of going into PDC. Forecast looks overcast.
I am here now. The beach bar on Coloial has hot food out for the kids and others who want to eat in their bathing suits. That includes chicken nuggets, french fries, hamburgers, hot dogs, nachos, fruit, ice cream, etc. I ate in La Hacienda interior buffet today (Colonial) and there ws a huge, fresh selection of all of the same as well as pizza, pasta and just about anything kids would want. I’ll take some pictures beore I leave.
Tons of kids here now and they seem very happy.Watched a good kids show last night which was well attended. They also had kids writing letters to Santa and meeting with Santa. Tons of kidsplaying games in the new kids pool supervised by staff.
I think Diego has some privacy settings. I’ll try and get some pics downloaded – soon
We spent several hours on the Kantenah beach. We’re at the Royal pool now.
Wild day today. Rain,sun clouds and wind on and off all day.
Very busy “foam party”with music and dancing. “Coconut” drinks served. Waited in line for those mainly for a photo op. Live music continues at El Gran Azul. Got to say hello to Lucy (at Punta Emilia)who is pregnant, Fernie at La Jarra, Ricardo, Memo.Saw Landi but she was rushing around.
We are now at the Royal pool stayng dry under a palapa.Lots going on tonight.
We are in Royal being treated royally.Had some excellent shrimp cerviche and salmon through room service when we arrived.
Cappuccinos at the pool. When we came back from the pool they also deliverd more champagne, pastries, choco covered strawberries and a fruit basket. We have so much food and champagne in our room,oh and a bottle of wine, we can have you all over for a party! We also can get four bottles of liquor but didn’t order any.
Went to El Jardin for dinner. Very good lobster. Abby enjoyed the lamb chops. We were both too full for desert. Visited various lobbies looking for music and they are just setting up so we probalby won’t make it. We’ve both been up since very early.
All is all it’s great to be home. I’m sitting with Filiburto for a nightcap and will have an early night I think.
Lucy is now at Punta Emilia. She wanted more time with her daughter so that is working well. Venturas is with Filiburto. Fillie just showed me a new liquor called Patron – chocolate tequilla. He says very good with capuccino.
Gracias. We are now both in Florida in different airports. A is racing to her next flight. Fingers crossed. I am waiting.
Gracias Louise. Wishing you, Keith, your kids and the doggie a wonderful Christmas.Hopefully we will get together in the New Year.
Thank you Blueskies. Wishing you and your family a new year of good health, peace & joy.
Although I feel like I know you maybe we will finally meet at a P one day! Thanks for all you do.
Thanks Kern. 2 more sleeps. I went to the library and got some books I have already read as well as some new books by authors I enjoy.
All packed. Just need some $$ nd I’m ready to roll.
Got to the library,got prescriptions filled, figured out camera, did laundry. Just need to do a little ironing and go to bank.
Concerned about daughter’s flights.Read reviews on Spirit Air which concerned me. Same thing happened to me last Dec.with major delays. Won’t read any more reviews.
Excited.I usually leave those hot pink Palladium stickers on my luggage to help identify it. The last airline took off my stickers. Just found a hot pink luggage tag. Doesn’t take much to get me excited!
Thanks Kern. Need to get a little more organized. Things are falling in place. Will feel better when Abby and I are finally together.
Just went through our book list. We have similar tastes in books. Any recent good reads? I need to go by the library today.
Very Long list. Something for everyone. If you have a suggestion feel free to post here.
https://unofficialpalladium.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Beach-books_2015PDF.pdf
Ha ha fun memory. Found this post on the beach book thread.
travelnman
Posted On: 4/4/2011 at 11:05 pm“Hi Anne – Remember the guy with the two gals,@ Jardines , he, having his “Birthday dinner” March 4th 2011 – invited you to join the party as you where manifest in your singularity, spontaneous and hilarious in conversstion with a manifesto of powerful words of knowledge, backed with sincerity. This event without you would have been fine, but with your presnts made the event most memorable, long-lasting and left a picture of you etched in our minds forever.
Thank you for being there, the memories,photo ops. Last but not least – say a big hello to your daughter
Ben & Patricia Jelley Judi (sister-in-law)
.Unplug small appliances if no one will be there.
Set lights on timers for extra security.
Meg Simoni I have a good one. If you have a security system, wipe your key pads with an alcohol swab to remove your finger prints. Thieves can dust your pad to figure out your code.
Meg Simoni Turn off the water to your home, never know when something will break.
Cape Cod Anne Meg I don’t miss living up north.It’s still in the 70s here (SC). However, even in SC I once had a toilet burst so turn off water to toilets and washing machine.
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Lisa Thorne Thompson DONT Post your dates of travel on FB….lots of break-ins occur Cancel any paper delivery, and empty the fridge of “smelly foods”Cape Cod Anne Agree.Also hackers are out there
Lynn Shallenberger Also make a copy of your passports and keep them separate…Just in case you loose the originals…also leave a copy home with a trusted person…
Lisa Thorne Thompson Keep your medications with you in your hand luggaage….leave your travel info and emergency info with a trusted friend or family member.
Jason Rodgers Leave your guns at home. We see it all the time at the Canadian boarder where people show up with their hand gun. If declared you get to claim it back at the US boarder upon re-entry, if it isn’t say goodbye to it as it will be kept and destroyed.
Cape Cod Anne Jason something I did not think about.
Jason Rodgers People forget the laws are different in other countries.
Cape Cod Anne Jsson I on’twant this to turn into a gun isssue
Lisa Thorne Thompson When we pack my husband and I “split” our luggage, some of my stuff in his, some of his stuff in mine….just in case on gets lost smile emoticon Which hopefully doesn’t happen but at least one of you don’t have to run around naked!!!
Meg Simoni Same here Lisa Thorne Thompson
Ann Thompson Martel Pack Ann in your suitcase!
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Woohoo.Boatchick just told me they have cardboard coffee cups at the beach bar. I have been asking for this for 2+ years.
Hooray!!
