Exploring Grenada: Chocolate, Rum, Waterfalls & Monkeys – A Caribbean Adventure
Exploring Grenada with Family: Rum, Chocolate & Monkeys—Oh My! After surviving the ARC+ welcome party (and my fair share of lethal rum punch), it was time to swap out the dance floor for some island exploring with the family. Because what better way to recover from a hangover than by throwing yourself into an action-packed day of chocolate, monkeys, waterfalls, and more rum? Rise and Carb! The day began with the only logical cure for last night’s festivities—pastries. We strolled over to the bakery for some life-saving ham and cheese rolls, plus cinnamon swirls because, well, why not? Breakfast of champions,…
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