by Dennis Augustine
Costa Maya, Mexico sits along the brilliant blue waters of the Caribbean, near the small village of Majahual — once a quiet fishing community surrounded by miles of low-lying coastal forest and mangroves.
Our guide Jorge led a lively caravan of open-air buggies as we set off exploring. Nelson took the wheel while Cecile and I enjoyed the ride through the warm Caribbean breeze.
We paused briefly at a lighthouse before heading to Hacienda Tequila for a bit of history — and of course a tequila tasting.
Afterward came some relaxing free time at the beach, soaking up the sun and those turquoise Caribbean waters.
Before returning to our ship, we stopped to see the flamingos — graceful, vocal birds in a small habitat tucked behind the Costa Maya cruise terminal shops. A fun and colorful final photo stop before boarding again.
Another memorable day along the Caribbean coast aboard the MS Nautica.
