After checking in at the front desk (feels like a hotel check-in process) we started our morning by heading over to the kitchen for breakfast (included in the price). We had plenty to choose from such as eggs, sausage, an abundance of fruit, bagels, danishes, cereal, etc...

After breakfast the kids wanted to swim with the stingrays so we headed towards the Grand Reef area, put on our wetsuits, snorkeling gear, and sunscreen that was provided by the staff. I was even able to get prescription goggles which were great! There were plenty of lounge chairs so we found the perfect spot to park our stuff. 

The best part for this mama was watching our kids’ reactions when swimming next to all those stingrays and fish. We even swam next to nurse sharks (they were behind glass)! This was the first time Ally really snorkeled and she did great! Phillip was a Pro!!! 

We took a break from the saltwater and went over to Serenity Bay to float down the river. I could have floated all day! You definitely need a float noodle (provided by park) because there’s numerous areas that are 8-10 feet deep. So relaxing!! The river runs right through the Bird Aviary where you can get out and feed the birds. That was fun for the kiddos!