Day in Paradise

 Today was a wonderful day! After almost three weeks at Gerace filled with scientific adventures, the class decided to have a different kind of adventure today! Our adventure for today was heading down to the all-inclusive Club Med! We woke up bright eyed and bushy-tailed, most of us heading down to breakfast already dressed for the  day in our Sunday best. At 9am sharp (minus Mike, who was not as punctual) we hopped in Truck A with our beach towel and swimsuits in hand. Walking down the palm-lined driveway, our excitement built. And boy were our expectations exceeded! 

With our day-pass bracelets strapped, we headed out onto the pool deck. The group decided to split up, some headed to the beach while others headed up to the second level of the dive center for drinks and lunch. (Ingvild and Amy were VERY excited for a latte). We luxuriated in the bug free atmosphere and the all inclusive bar. Lunch time came upon us fast and we ate to our hearts content. The food was absolutely spectacular! 

After lunch our group split up and some lounged on the pool deck and others decided to play a spirited game of beach volleyball (Blake and Sarah won). But everyone eventually ended up in the pool to cool off, as it’s been unusually hot with almost no breeze the last couple of days (which makes the bugs come out). Pool games ensued, including mermaids and (mikes favorite) barracuda. 



Breana bravely tried intro to scuba, a few people got a little burned, and all had a good time. We even saw our favorite snorkel guide, David! 




Unfortunately, after an amazing day of food, drinks, and well-deserved poolside relaxing, it was time to head out. Most tried to snag a last minute snack of delicious fish tacos and chips. But at 4:30, it was time to say goodbye to our epic day at Club Med. We all hopped in the truck and headed back to home sweet Gerace. 




At Gerace, we planned for our final two days in San Salvador, and also planned a movie night in the lab in lieu of regular class for after our nightly snack shack run. On the screen tonight, Spaceballs! 


Greta and Liz

Comments

  1. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2023 at 7:20 PM

    Great Pictures!
    What a treat to be part of the Club experience for a day! Thanks for sharing!

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2023 at 12:58 AM

    Sounds like a great relaxing day with delicious food and lattes. You guys have a well-deserved rest.

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2023 at 10:49 AM

    What a great experience! Glad you all enjoyed yourself and got some more fun in the sun.

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