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Parenting OC Magazine | March 2017 77 www.ParentingOC.com Guides lead guests on a kayak snorkel trip to a nearby reef to enjoy the area's tropical marine life and sea turtles. and special effects, a massive wall of screens for group gaming or pajama movie nights, and a strong wifi signal. While the kids were ocupado, we hit the amazing spa for a Hydrothermal Journey — a therapist-led experience with unique highlights like a Mayan clay room, ice room, steamy waterfalls and bubbling beds inches under the soothingly warm, chlorine-free sur- face to jet away your cares. After, indulge in an ancient pre-hispanic head-to-toe Uumbal Shawl Massage, using local lemons on pressure points and Mexican woven cloths for gentle stretching. Not quite ready for re-entry into responsibility, we took the long way back via the adults-only section of the resort and lounged poolside to the strumming of guitar and sound of the surf. We did, reluctantly, tear ourselves away for the day to get a little culture into our vacay, wandering inland to the unique jungle Mayan ruins of Coba where we hopped a three-wheeled pedaled coach deep into the lush environs to climb the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan. On the way back, we hit town where we were shocked to find a very high end mall tucked in between the quaint cafes and family-run souvenir shops. We didn't stay long, a quick family vote determined everyone was of the same mind, yearning to return our new casa away from casa. In short, yes, it was a hike across the coast, although several airlines now have nonstop service from LAX, making it a quicker trip that most Hawaiian islands. But in this case, the destination was truly worth the journey. The Hydrothermal Journey is a relaxing, therapist-led experience for all the senses.