As my good luck would have it, we pass over Celestun, MX on our way to Cancun. This is the view that has inspired me for 30 years to seek out and explore this small fishing village.

Celestun, MX is a small fishing village on the west side of the Yucatan peninsula opposite of Cancun, MX

Celestun is not an island but the inland river flowing behind the city makes it appear as one from the air.

I once believed the red colored water seen here was pollution but happily discovered late it was red water from the mangrove tree roots.

Today's journey begins as a bargain charter "air-only" package, DFW to Cancun.

The next leg of the journey will be a 45 minute ADO bus ride from the airport to the main Cancun bus station.

Before you know it I am at the Cancun station and discover the next bus to Merida leaves in 30 minutes. Time for a quick sandwich, coke before grabbing the next bus. Mexico has many really nice and comfortable buses.

Next bus leg will be a 4 1/2 hour ride from Cancun to Merida. Mister happy face is jolly to be returning to a place he loves.

All the necessities I need for the long bus rides ahead.

Quick cab in Merida from Primara to Segundo Classe bus station, I learn next bus to Celestun departs in 1.5 hours. For lunch I then go searching for my favorite Yucatan specialty,

WARNING: TURN YOUR VOLUME OFF BEFORE CLICKING HERE: Los Almendros (loud music plays when clicking - beware!) I just had to get some of that wonderful Yucatan cooking!