Day - 1 Arrival Dominican Republic

Hey Waddlers, it's the end of Day 1, and wanted to let you know how the travel day went. There are 3 words for today...traffic, lines and children....

I left home at 5:00, and didn't get to the airport parking until 2.5 hours later. This is a 45 minute travel time. No worries I've got lots of time till boarding call. Breath... and be zen.

Then come the lines for everything. No easy peasy boarding. Wait on line for customs in TO. Wait on line when I arrive in DR. Two hours to clear customs. Collect my bag and then wait on the bus 😞

I'm actually totally good at this point, but remember, the third word of the day was "Children"

Yep, didn't think this completely through. Great I got extra days off, but so didn't think of Easter family vacations. Lots of kids traveling with their parents in packs. They can't make a decision on their own and move in a herd down the middle of the isle. If Johnny drops his hat the whole herd stops. OMG, I can't walk that slow, nor did I ever remember Chris being a tow along child.

Love you my son, you are the best. Elodie will be a great world traveler.

Arrived at the hotel almost 3 hrs after landing in DR...again long day. My room was ready, but not as I requested. For those that have traveled with me in the past they will know I'm the Queen of ugrades. In this incident. I would have to wait until Sat to upgrade . And I would potentially loose the pool view. I skipped it to be close to the pool, beach and main restaurants. Location, location, location.

Tomorrow is a new day. In the four questions of Passover, why should today be different than any other? My answer.. all inclusive, adults only.

The property is lovely, my room is good and after a great meal with free pour wine I'm calling it a night. Sister, I'm beyond 2 glasses in. Oh, there is more to that story, but I'm heading to bed.

Bottom line, I arrived alive and I have a whole week to zen out. Nite all.Read more