I love vacationing. I know you’re probably thinking...... um, like who doesn’t?!
I got the travelling bug after my life changing trip to France in June 2008. I’ve always wanted to visit France and dreamed of going, but never thought it would happen. When I mentally set out to make it happen, I was beside myself. I decided on my birthday to book a tour and see northern France. When I landed, I couldn’t imagine myself happier. I had a smile plastered on my face for 9 straight days (psst...I’m told my face still lights up when I speak of France). I had such an extraordinary time that I knew travelling and seeing the world would definitely be a huge part of my life.
The next place on my list to visit was Italy. I wanted to visit Italy in July, but I had to put my plans on the back burner due to changing jobs in April. I couldn’t up and leave after only working at my new job for 3 months. Also, all my co-workers had the summer off, so I basically had no choice but to stay put in Toronto.
Instead, I decided to take my mom on a cruise for her birthday. If I couldn’t take a vacation in the summer, I was definitely taking one later on in the year! So I told my mom to get ready for another cruise! My sister and I went with my mom last year, but I wanted to have a vacay with my mom-just me and my mom. Cue the sappy music!
Cruises are a lot of fun because you get to see a bunch of different places in a short space of time. You’re basically getting a taste of what the islands have to offer.
I looove Europe but I looove the Caribbean as well. They are so different, but both places make me equally happy. I like the warmth, friendliness and the liveliness of the islands. Honestly, who could possibly have a bad day when the skies are blue and the sun is perpetually shining?
Our voyage took us to St. Thomas, Tortola, Antigua, Barbados and St. Lucia. Every day got better and better. At first I thought Antigua was the gem of the West Indies, and then I fell in love with Barbados...then St. Lucia. BTW, St. Lucia is tha ish fo’real! I am truly in love with that place (Not sure if it’s the island or the super sexy (and funny) tour guide, Chad! Chad I miss your jokes!)
As frivolous as this may sound, I am actually thinking of taking another trip. I do want to visit more of Europe, but I am feelin’ the islands right now. I can definitely go for another dose of island sun.
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