From: owner-edheads-digest@efohio.com (edheads-digest) To: edheads-digest@smoe.org Subject: edheads-digest V8 #121 Reply-To: edheads@efohio.com Sender: owner-edheads-digest@efohio.com Errors-To: owner-edheads-digest@efohio.com Precedence: bulk edheads-digest Thursday, November 3 2005 Volume 08 : Number 121 Today's Subjects: ----------------- Re: Cruise destination news [Kerry Frey ] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Wed, 02 Nov 2005 10:31:53 -0500 From: Kerry Frey Subject: Re: Cruise destination news Ok, one last one (sorry about this if you're not going on the cruise, but I don't know how to reach the edheads that are going otherwise). Official destination is Progreso, in the Yucatan peninsula, but northwest of Cozumel. The Carnival website doesn't have it as a destination right now (probably because the Elation which usually visits there is still being used by FEMA), but here's a cached version of shore excursions: http://64.233.161.104/search?q=cache:xiALQNJLzWEJ:carnival.com/ShoreExcursionsSearchResults.aspx%3Fportcode%3DPGR%26portname%3DProgreso,%2520Yucatan,%2520Mexico++Dzibilchaltun+Mayan+carnival&hl=en 4x4 Jeep Hacienda Expedition Enjoy an exciting off-road jeep expedition as you travel back in time through the low jungles of the Yucatan Peninsula. 3.5 Hours Moderate $$ Chichen Itza Mayan Ruins Tour Chichen Itza, one of the most important archeological sites on the American continent and once home of the great Mayan Empire. 7 Hours Moderate $$ Colonial Izamal Experience Izamal, founded in the fifth century A.D, it's a perfect example of a Spanish Colonial city. 6.5 Hours Moderate $$ Corona Beach Break Explore the sleepy little fishing village of Puerto Progreso and enjoy some true Mexican relaxation on the beach. 3.5 Hours Easy Activity $ Dzibilchaltun Mayan Ruins Go on an excursion of the archaeological site of Dzibilchaltun (dzeeble-chal-toon), one of the most important ceremonial centers of the Mayan world. 4 hours Moderate Activity $ Dzibilchaltun Mayan Ruins & Mexican Rodeo Show Enjoy a combination tour of two "must see" attractions for any visitor to Progreso. 5.5 Hours Moderate Activity $$ Hacienda Bike Trek Witness the old glory that still lingers in the legacies of authentic Mexican Haciendas on a unique biking adventure. 4 Hours Moderate Activity $$ Haciendas of the Yucatan Experience the pinnacle of 18th - 19th century Home & Garden opulent luxury. 5 hours Moderate Activity $ Kayak Adventure Explore the hidden lagoons of Progreso by kayak and experience one of the most important breeding grounds for local birds and fish in the area. 3.5 hours Considerable Activity $$ Kodiak Off Road Truck Experience a unique style of exploration onboard this safari type Kodiak truck. 4 hours Moderate Activity $$ La Ceiba Golf & Country Club Enjoy Progreso's only 18-hole championship golf designed by Jack Nicklaus. 5 Hours Easy Activity $$$ Merida City Overview & Shopping Explore the highlights of the spectacular Mayan city of Merida. 4.5 hours Easy Activity $ Merida City Tour & Mexican Rodeo Show Visit the beautiful city of Merida and experience the incredible Mexican folkloric and equestrian shows at Rancho Tierra Bonita. 5.5 Hours Easy Activity $$ Open Ocean Fishing Spend your day deep sea fishing before returning to a seaside restaurant and having your chef prepare your catch for you. 7 Hours Moderate Activity $$$ Uxmal Mayan Ruins & Lunch Discover the beautiful Mayan City of Uxmal, (pronounced Ush-Mal) considered one of the most beautiful cities in the Mayan world. 6.5 Hours Moderate Activity $$ Kerry ------------------------------ End of edheads-digest V8 #121 *****************************