Viva la Mexico!

So yesterday we just got back form our trip to Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya. It was awesome. This was our first time here, and its definately a different Mexico. Its not like the baja regions (which are awesome as well) where there's just sand and dirt. This Mexico is filled with lush jungles, humidity, and lack of tacos. I should have known about the taco thing, as I didn't remember seeing the Mayans rocking a pastor rotisserie in Apocalypto.
First we went Xcaret which is an awesome spot. If you're in this region I highly suggest you hit this place up for an experience buffet on everything local. You can see the local animals, swim through submerged caves, scuba, snorkel, jungle trails, even sit back on a beach and do nothing if that's your thing. We then traveled to Chitchen Itza on the hottest day of the trip. They don't let anyone climb on the Ruins anymore which sucks, but makes sense. Tourism seems to be the big revenue generator for the area, and they need to make sure it stays that way for years to come. Not to mention, how many people probably fell and tumbled down the stairs like a chinese gymnist.
After a hot sunburn filled day at the Ruins, we finally get to Ik Kil the "Sacred Blue Cenote". In Mayan times, these was their only resources for fresh water, and they also represented the entrance to the underworld. This place was badass. Its like straight out of a movie, and the waters are cool and sweet. There was something uplifting about climbing the stone stairs and taking a dive into the blue waters that I can't explain. This and scuba through Barracuda reef definately stand out as my favorites.
All the clothes are washed, the luggage stowed away, and even went into the office only 6 hours after getting home. The daily grind is back in full effect. With a handful of new memories and experiences, it definately makes it a bit sweeter. Viva la Mexico.