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We decided to return to Mexico this winter—a. it’s warm and b. it’s close and easy to get back to the states from here. First stop, the Yucatan peninsula to visit some cities we hadn’t seen before, as well as to go back to the beach in Playa del Carmen. Merida, in the middle of the dry jungle, entertained us for two weeks. Warm, yes, but breezy and easy going at the same time. Our Airbnb was nice, although not as strategically located as we might have liked. Consequently, we stayed in and visited the rooftop restaurants our first night and feasted on delicious sushi at Hanaichi.

Art, Discovery, Entertainment, History, Mexico, Retirement, road trip, Romance, travel, retirementKaren DeGraffenreidJanuary 29, 2020travel, Mexico, Yucatan, Merida, adventure, Couple travelComment

Barcelona--Our Daily Bread and Wine

I signed up for this tour recommended by Trip Advisor with a bit of unneeded trepidation. It was a great tour, with passionate tour leaders and great wines and tapas. We toured the Can Bas winery and its cava (sparkling wine) affiliate. The Spanish Denominacion de Origen is Penedes. In this region of Spanish wine making, no artificial watering can take place, so the vintners are at the mercy of the weather for their rain.

Guanajuato, a postcard from KiKi and Pops

Leaving Huatulco, I wish I had taken a picture of us squeezed into the taxi with our luggage everywhere. Overpacking is hereditary, I got it from my mom. We have made a vow to reduce to one suitcase each when we leave the states in March. I may have to hire someone to help me stick with the plan.