Sunday the 7th of November; MEXICO? WHY NOT

Another country in this speedvisit to Central America? I'm already used to all the Mexican food so let's do it. A 9 hour trip from San Pedro to San Cristobal in Mexico. At the border it was finally hot. But not for long, San Cristobal is a town high in the mountains (2100m) so that means chlly. And being there was like getting into midwinter; everyone with wolen hats, thick coats, scrafs etc. Like a town full of eskimo's. We took the most popular hostel? Well the name was the same, only difference is that there was nobody else staying there. It's freezing in this place! The town is nice to stay, climbing up to some churches and hills for a great sunsetview over the city. Arez serves perfect Lebanese food but barlife? Nope, I can't even walk straight with this dizzyness.

Monday the 8th of November; MANY CROCODILES IN CANYON DEL SUMIDERO

Otisa Tours, the main tourcompany here...No habla Inglis! Verything in Spanish today, so many confused faces in our bus :-) Weather was beautiful for a change, getting out oif the mountains is a good idea. Sunscreen! Jumping in a small boat for a 2 hour trip through the canyon of Sumidero. This was well worth the 14 Euro's (250 Peso). Surprised by the amount of crocodiles here, I saw at least 10. But besides many crocodiles, birds and wicked yellow spiky reptiles in trees there are also many plastic bottles in the canyon. Some parts look like a recycling factory. The guides are pretty rude, before you go out of the boat again they ask for tip otherwise they are not going to sail to the shore whahhaa Turismo magnifico! A few hours in the town of Chiapa de Corzo, not much to do, just eat and check out all the sleepy people here. Back in town it's freezing again, even the locals say it's normally not as cold as now. Tonight we are in the more crowded hostel and that's for sure! A group of locals having a good night with tables full of wine. And Stephanie couldn't sleep because of the old drunk English guy LOL. He constantly came in in the middle of the night trying to sing as loud as possible 'Hey you're my sexy bitch!' (from Akon ft David Guatta). Stef, you wanted more people in the hostel? You got it :-)

Tuesday the 9th of November; RUINAS DE PALENQUE, THE MIGHTY JUNGLE

Relax, the shuttle to Palenque will take it's time. Beginning of the afternoon we arrived in El Pachan, a collection of nice cabana's and restaurants in the jungle near Palenque. Visiting the Maya Ruinas. Some parts were inetresting to see, but the best parts were temporary closed for public. You know me, always cross the line :-) But this time angry gringo archeologico start screaming and send us away. So just climb the other old stones. Seeing how some tourists stumbling up the steep stairs was a laugh. A dip in the water to chill and a walk further in the jungle. Laughing at your buddy when she is bitten is not cool when the spiders also bite you. Damn, these annoying creatures hurt! Instead of a colectivo we took a walk back. Meeting Genevieve and Tom on the way back in a restaurant. A nice couple from Scotland/UK. Stef has a new favorite drink which In think is the most disgusting ever! (Michaleda = Corona with tomato sauce, loads of salt, lime and more). Don Mucho is the place (bar/restaurant) to be in the night. Tez, Eddy and Giomme also joined us for a good night of drinking (except m e, finally known as the 'slow drinker'). Falling asleep in the cabana surrounded by the jungle sounds, mosquitos and bed bugs.

Wednesday the 10th of November; REFRESHING MISOL-HA AND AQUA AZUR

Don't expect all-inclusive prices in Mexico. If you book a tour it's mostly only tranportation. The same with our trip to the falls and Aqua Azur. You also have to pay enytrance fees and national park fees. It's not that close as we expected, but the Misol-Ha was worth the waiting. Luckily we were the 1st minibus there and after climbing a slippery tree it was time for some jumping in the water next to the 35m high waterfallSo refreshing after not swimming for more then a week. It became very touristy in half an hour so time to leave. Aqua Azur was another long drive and ofcourse, even more touristy. Looks nice and blue, but a little bit overrated. Spending 3 hours here is way too much. So a hike maybe? The security was not happy with my idea and sended me back with their 'impressive' behaviour. The 2 angry turkeys were more scary :-) The evening was filled with delicious meals of Don Mucho (Mono Blanco was again empty), and loads of Cuba Libres. Same group as the days before so gain a good night. Genevieve and Tom had to leave after a blaze.