So, Ryan and I took off last Thursday and spent a few days in Florida. One thing I love about our relationship is that we are always getting around... we've traveled a few times together... roadtrips to DC, Chicago a couple of times, Puerto Rico... I love that we move around because every trip is an experience filled with so many memories and moments that brings us closer.
Anyway, Florida was amazing. It was the ultimate vacation, filled with so many adventures. We went to Tampa bay, and stayed with Janaki in Clearwater. Of course we went to the beach. Caradesi Island is absolutely beautiful. To get there you take a Ferry from Honeymoon Island. Actually both island were just one until the turn of the century when a hurricane divided it into two. When you arrive at the Caradesi bay, you can take a walk to the beach throuh a nature trail... I didnt get to explore the nature part too much, but apparently there's a lot of interesting fauna and flora there... The beach is beautiful. There are so many seashells of every color, shape, and form... The water is crystal clear blue and the sand is soft and white. Back in Honeymoon Island you can find a beach very similar to this one, but much more croweded. Honeymoon island also has some trails and a very nice spot to watch the sunset. Water sports are a hit in both places... I can't wait to go back... someday
We also went to Crystal River... This places is a manatee reserve, although we didnt get to see any. It was very pretty too. We rented a pantoon boat and drove to this area were there are a couple of natural underground springs. It was a little sketchy to get there but it was truly a beautiful place. All the trees surrounding a pool of beautiful clear water. Heaven on earth. I wish I had taken pictures...
There was also Busch Gardens... This one rollercoster had a 90 degree 200ft fall.. and when it got to the top it would turn the car facing down and hold you there for a few seconds.. a thrill. Oddly enough, that one didn't make me dizzy, while the wood oldfashined coaster was the one that made me sick. To get to this park, we got passes that my uncle had bought a few years ago. We were not sure they still worked, but they did.... at least two of them. So it was a very cheap trip to Busch Gardens...
Speaking of great deals, we went to the Havana Cafe and when they got the check I jokingly asked for the Cuban Discount. They actually gave me my meal for free! I couldn't believe it!
It was also great to see Janaki and get our mudslides....
Ohh, I'm going to be thinking back to this trip for a while...
