mal1999

How much was it for the tour?

I think it was like $60 per person, which included the ruins.

Great tour, would travel with Pedro anytime

All I can say, is trust Pedro!

We disembarked the ship, and Pedro was waiting for us before you even get to the buses. He held a sign up, and greeted (welcomed us).

Once we got off the long pier, he introduced us to our personal tour guide, Russel.

Russel is a great young educated man, and worked hard to show us everything he could in the short time we were in the Yucatan.

This may not be what many want, but it's what We wanted.

They drove us to Merida, teaching us the history of the Yucatan as we drove. We walked around the city center, and buildings. Merida is a Large bussling city, with everything you could imagine.

We stopped for some local sorbet, before heading to the ruins.

Never have any of us tasted these flavors, and would like to again!

The van then took us to the Dzibilchaltun Mayan ruins, and walked all over the grounds.

It was very hot, as expected, so we hit the sink hole cenote for a swim and cool down.

It was stunning! I'm sure you can see all the pics, but to be there, and be able to enter was a "pinch me moment", to quote my wife.

Once we were all cooled down, and happy with the swim and rest, we left the ruins and headed back to Progreso.

Russel took us to La Casa del Malecon resaurant and bar. He helped us order, and I didn't hear of anyone complaining at all.

This is about 4 blocks down from Buddy's, and the beach was clear of people, and vendors. I can't wait to go back, and feel that breeze blowing through.

the sights, smells and tastes is what we wanted, and Pedro delivered!

After lunch and a couple cerveza's, Russel took us to shop a little at Bolum Balum.

This is a non-profit shop that buys, and gives back to the Maya.

I believe Charlie (hope I remember correctly), runs the shop and has for years. It's really a no pressure expirience, much different than the stories we heard from others on the ship.

We Never felt endangered at all, and enjoyed the learnings we shared.

Pedro met us again, and bought us all a local, very good beer before he had us taken back down the pier to our ship.

There was NO worry of being late (which my wife was before we left), at all.

We got back to our rooms and dropped off the goods, then went to the top deck for the show (pier drunks).:eek:

I can't express how impressed we were, and look forward to making this trip again.

Trust Pedro! His emails might be a little broken up, but his point comes through that you can Trust him.

I'm glad we did.

We were a group of 6, which I think is perfect for hearing everything.

Once again, Thank you Pedro, and Russel.:D

We took a tour of Progreso and Merida, and had a Great time.

Learning the history of this part of the Yucatan was great.

Not just wanting to hang out close to the bar scene near to the pier, there is much there.

Just can't wait to return, and continue tasting and seeing the area.

Also, thanks go out to Pedro, and Russel who took us on a great adventure through their country.

I'll post more details on another thread.:)

I am not Mr Williams I either :) but I agree with my esteemed colleague. Getting back to the ship is not an issue. The place you speak of is called the Reef Club I believe and there are organized tours there or you can strike out on your own via taxi, but the first option is all inclusive including transportation so no worries!

Mr Lawson, I'm not sure if my plans are going to fall through for our May guided tour. Could you email me so I can ask you a couple questions?

maloney98_1999@yahoo.com

Still have plans on touring with pedro, but I haven't seen any posts, or reviews at all.

Anyone used his service this year, and if so, how was everything?

Can you use mint leaves, lime, any kind of sugars?:rolleyes:

Although Pedro's emails may be a bit confusing, he called me directly after several email tag games.

I sent my phone number with a day he could reach me. He speaks good English and just seems like he wants to make everything wonderful.

I'll contact him again before we get there in May, but so far it's been very easy process, contacting with my new pal Pedro.