Pulling into the Port of Roatan

Teathering the Norwegian Spirit for disembarkation in Roatan

Crystal clear water, great for diving and snorkeling

A view acrossthe bay to the Roatan airport

The Roatan Port continues to grow as tourism is a vital aspect of their economy

All ashore that's going ashore

Arriving at the Port of Guatemala

Naked sand......that'll cause chafing!  Can you say, "GOLD BOND"

Each island has different traditions

Tender boats are busy in the bay of Guatemala

The state owned taxi cab drivers and natives show up to wish us a bon voyage

CLICK HERE to watch the video of the natives wishing the Spirit a bon voyage

The mountians of St. Tomas De Castillo

The natives happy to take their picture with you at the Port of Belieze

Ziplining at Cucumbre Beach in Belieze

All in one....gotta love it!

A good volleyball game breaks out at Cucumbre Beach

Bush roosters...they were everywhere and on the loose

Leaving the Port of Belieze...now it's off to Cozumel

Arriving at the Port of Cozumel / Playa De Carmen

Arriving at the park of Xcaret

What a lazy day in Xcaret (Playa De Carmen - Cozumel, Mexico)

Could you imagine a better place to be when it's -20 below in Milwaukee?

The lagoon in Xcaret.  Warm waters, good drinks and sandside service!!

Spring Break brings rest and relaxation.....

....then again, Geritol needed here!

What caption could you put here...perfect!

It just gets better and better and better.....

The Mayan influence is scattered throughout the island

Mayan rubble...the remains of an ancient civilization

A sculpted waterfall decorates the entrance to the cemetary / chappel

A graveyard and church from the late 1800's still stands in Xcaret

Prayer candles have burned for years and years here to honor the dead

THe steps leading to the prayer candles (underneath)

Grave sites, decorated to honor the life of the departed

A view over the top of the grave sites, looking out to the Western Caribbean

Graves reflecting life....

The chapel atop the graveyard.  Masses are celebrated daily here.

The holy cross carved out of one tree

These guys were all over the island.  Some bigger than others....YIKES

Xcaret had an amazing array of wildlife

The bull ox hides out of the sun. He doesn't want to be bothered either.

A rancher prepares his horse for show and round-up

Climbing into 62 degree water to float through a Mayan cave

CLICK HERE to watch Bill Michaels discuss the cold water with Rick Pomeroy of Boo The Band

Just float an watch the scenes unfold before your eyes

The space closes in as you float through cool water caves

At points in the stream, you can walk through the caverns

The only light comes from a hole in the earth's crust above

Here's a picture of the same opening with the use of a flash

What light you DO have displays sealife that swims with you

THe Big Unit, Bill Michaels, snaps a self-portrait with Rick Pomeroy jumping into the scene

Natures wonder.....jsut admire and enjoy

Cozumel, the Punta LaGusta shopping mall

In Cozumel, you eat, drink and DANCE

A ritual Mayan dance for tourists to enjoy

The Cozumel shopping district meshes right up to the waterfront

The Norwegian Spirit sits in port waiting for passenger to embark for home

The enormity of the ships are simply awesome

Cozumel and another wonderful trip in the rear view mirror

The sun sets on another wonderful Big Unit Cruise

Waking up back in the Port of New Orleans

Flying into Memphis.  The University of Memphis' Pyramid sparkling in the sunshine.

Next stop.....Milwaukee...HOME