Isla Mujeres, Mexico

After finally graduating college, I was on the hunt for a much-needed vacation. David suggested Isla Mujeres, a small island off the coast of Cancún, Mexico. He and his family have vacationed there several times, and browsing through their photos it looked like the perfect tropical get-away.

There were a lot of firsts on this vacation. This was the first major trip David and I had taken together. The first time traveling to a non-english speaking country. The first time having to use a motor scooter as my only means of transportation. The first time I’ve ever been snorkeling in the open ocean. The first time I swam with dolphins. And the first time I saw wild iguanas basking in the sun.  This vacation was definitely a huge learning experience, forcing me to get out of my comfort zone. It was an adventure that we will never forget.