Some people thrive on planning a dinner or event. Me? You’d be better off letting me plan your next trip than your birthday party. And happily, it turns out that the mango (our Caribbean fruit of choice) doesn’t fall far from the tree.
Not that my daughter Hannah can’t cook. She’s already at least a spatula length ahead of me in the kitchen, and I have high hopes of her excelling over a broader range than her mom. Over the past couple of weeks as we’ve pieced together a last minute trip to Puerto Rico, though, I’ve seen glimmers of travel brilliance. Bottom line: she’s planned as much of our upcoming trip as I have.
Fortunately we’re attracted to the same kinds of adventures. It’s a given that we will kayak, snorkel, hike, run and do some zip-lining and rappelling. But this time she’s done much of the research: locating the best snorkeling spots, jungle trails, even our flights! Yes, she’s learned which websites are the most helpful (Trip Advisor, Fare Compare, Kayak…). She knows to clear website cookies before checking for updated flight prices. To say I’m impressed would be like calling my pasta with feta, spinach, mushrooms and chicken “pretty good” (and that little creation is actually quite tasty!).
This trip launched out of a gift of resort nights from a friend (Thank you, Jules!). On deck we have the aforementioned zip-lining, hiking and snorkeling as well as a visit to the Isle of Vieques where we’ll swim in a bio-luminescent bay!
Posts are in queue to self-publish while we’re away. I will respond as possible to comments, questions and other website inquiries. I expect to have some terrific photos, videos and adventures to share when we return.
Heather, have fun!!! I have been to Puerto Rico, it ROCKS for travel. I was there in my 20s. Can’t wait to read your posts!!!
You have a special daughter to enjoy.
You aren’t so bad yourself!
Hugs, Nancy
Have lots of fun there!
Have a wonderful trip! But it seems almost redundant to say that.
I had friends living on Vieques Island and I saw some wonderful pictures from the island.
Looking forward to read about your travel and to see your excellent shots, Heather.
Enjoy your stay!
Sounds like many of us could use a “Hannah” in our daily lives. Who actually remembers to remove cookies? And you’ve done some pretty good planning too.
scheduled posts and all. I guess the mango really doesn’t fall far from the tree. Have a blast! I can’t wait to see the photos. 
Thank you, JJ. We’re back and WOW(!!!) did we have a great time! Can’t wait to share photos and videos and adventures…
Graham: Loved it!
Nothing Profound: We spent lots of time in the water and also did some zip lining and rappelling in El Yunque National Rainforest. …Got lost several times, dodged horses and chickens and had a terrific time with all of it!
Susanne: Vieques was a favorite for us. I think it must be what St. John was like many years ago. We loved the private beaches and the wonderful people living on the island.
Intrepid: No kidding on needing a “Hannah”. I tell her that I want to be like her when I grow up : D
BTW, we even have video this time! This trip was a challenge to fit in but well worth the scheduling efforts.