Thanks for joining Kim and me for the weekly run down. It was another sun and sand filled week in Aruba living the island holiday life with the family. Being all together just makes my heart happy and we look forward to these trips together.
Living the island holiday life Weekly Run Down
Sunday- 4.5 mile beach walk + stretch
I headed out on a long walk this morning to book some of our excursions for this week. It was a great way to accrue some Peloton minutes and I enjoy listening to the walking classes.
Monday- 2.5 mile beach walk + core + lower body strength
We all took a nice morning walk to our favorite Açaí bowl place. We look forward to it all year and it’s so delish. Then, it was time to return to the gym for some core and lower body strength.
these sunsets never get old
Tuesday- 3 mile beach walk
I had planned to start a new peloton lower body program this week but then decided to wait until I got home with my weights that I am used to. Another beach walk with a view worked for me!
Wednesday- stand up paddle board + 4 mile walk
I love to take advantage of different fitness opportunities while traveling. Stand up paddle boarding is a nice combo of core work and upper body. Plus, it’s super fun!
We also took our annual family holiday beach photo. Both kids had their significant others join us this year which was lots of fun.
Thursday- cycle class + upper body strength + SEABOB experience
I got in a short gym workout to keep up my Peloton streak. Later, the whole family took advantage of this fun SEABOB experience. Basically, they are personal under water scooters that allow you to dive down to see the ocean. We viewed an old shipwreck, saw lots of beautiful fish and turtles. Everyone had a blast.
Friday-5 mile walk + stand up paddle boarding + stretch
I was back for another morning board meeting. I forgot how much fun and also relaxing paddling is.
Saturday-5 mile walk + core
Slacking in my last day living the island life.
Sunday- Fly home -morning beach walk
All good things must come to an end at some point. We are headed back home today.
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and happy holidays to you all!
Looks like you had an absolutely wonderful couple of weeks! I would especially love all the family time. Safe travels home!
the family time is the greatest gift of all!
island life looks good on you! love the family photo- you have a beautiful family! I’ve never done SUP, I don’t think I have the balance for it so I’m very impressed with your skills. hope your return trip goes well!
thanks being all together was fantastic. SUP is fun and once you get the hang of it very relaxing
Looks like some wonderful family time! That’s a gorgeous pic of all of you! I’m sure the vitamin Sea did you well!
Being together was just what I needed! I love being outdoors so much
That sunrise (or sunset?) with the boats is amazing. It should be hanging on your wall! And the watermobile excursion sounds fun (although not for my husband).
Happy Holidays, Deborah!
I am definitely a sunset person 🙂 and yes they are beautiful
It looks like you’ve had an amazing time! It’s great that your kids could join you — I’m sure they love it too!
That sunset is spectacular!
The best part was having the whole family together
What a trip. Just perfect in every way.
It was really was great to all be together
Sounds like a wonderful family trip – so happy you had so much fun! Safe travels home. At least the weather should be nice here for the next couple of days.
thanks and yes, it was a great family trip
I love your tradition of hitting Aruba every winter with the family! Such great memories 😉 That SEABOB adventure looks amazing!
Great memories indeed!
Wow, what an amazing time, Deb! So happy for you. I love the family beach photo!
Happy holidays!
thanks a great trip all around
What an amazing trip! How fun that your kids and their significant others joined you. I’ve never done SUP but I understand it’s pretty hard- you definitely got your workouts in.
I hope it’s not too hard to return to reality after your island paradise!
oh it’s always hard to come back!
Looks like a lovely holiday! Glad you had such a nice time with your family.
That was the best part!
Such an amazing family vacation! It looks like it was so good for your heart and soul. You are absolutely glowing!
It was just what I needed thanks!