CLUB MAEVA MIRAMAR, TAMPICO

We arrived, checked into this all inclusive resort, found our room s.  We have a living room with 2 couches, an eating space, a "kitchen" which will never be used, very large king size bedroom with TV (all Spanish but we may get to see the Super Bowl) and, of course, a bathroom.  All meals are provided, snacks, drinks, anything, all tips are paid and there seems to be maid service everyday.  Just ask and we can have.  This is like owning a palace with many rooms and many staff.

Now I will confess that it is low season and this huge hotel and resort with 4 or 5 swimming pools and private access to the beach, has VERY FEW guests so of course we get attention.  There are many Federal Police staying here.  We were told that they gather here for some reason (strategy) and they go to that town in Guerrero where those students were kidnapped and murdered.  The people here don't know if it is to make a statement because local elections are soon to be held or if by chance they might do some good.  In any event, if they are there regularly, then the cartels might pick up and leave.  The problem is where will they land this time.  Anyway, the Mexican people go about their business but even they are cautious in the night time.  They are praying that this will pass........

So yesterday we had travelled a long time and I was tired.  We ate our lunch at about 3 and went for a walk around the property, then I was done in.  Had a great rest and woke up this morning refreshed.

The food here so far has been very good indeed.  After desayuno this morning (we were the only guests in a huge room), we went for a long walk on the beautiful beach.  It was warm but not hot - just right.  Then we sat by the pool (all alone) after we had discovered the "adult only pool area".  I took many photos which I still cannot insert.  Can't figure out what went wrong from one blog to another.

Oh yes, we have 2 balconies.  We can sit and watch the beach and all of the people who are working and playing in the square across the street.  Pete is happy with the security of the car since it is parked smack dab in the middle of about 20 police vehicals.

We are surprised that there aren't many guests here but we really don't care.  We are happy to get lots of smiles and attention. 

Tomorrow we will take a tour of the city of Tampico so I may have more to tell you about this area.