Spain instead of Mexico

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So, here we are in Benidorm Spain, after finding out last minute about our honeymoon being cancelled to Mexico. What a tragedy, for us it could have been much worse had we already been down there. Hopefully Mexico can recover quickly and there is not too much devastation.

Flew to London from Ottawa, after attending my brother´s wedding, in hopes of finding somewhere else to go --Paris, Spain, Canary Islands.
We miscalculated a little since it is school break in the UK and everything was booked. We told the travel agent that we wanted something ¨quiet and peaceful¨so she sent us to Benidorm, Spain on the Costa Blanca. Well, it is interesting, but not quiet - skyscrapers everywhere (although likely all of Europe sun destinations like this).

We are staying in Gran Hotel Bali - the largest hotel in Europe, on the 14th floor in a nice corner room. So far, no complaints, although it is not Mexico. The water and beach are a bit cool, but not too bad for a few Canadians!
Today we travelled to Trabajar island, where a king erected a fortress that was often attacked by pirates. Had my first bout of seasickness, I blame the pregnancy, and I am so glad I didn´t get severe morning sickness!

Anyway, time will run out soon, tomorrow is a lie on the beach day, then we have a few day trips planned....
Caroline and Ken

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