The trip to the beach was a total success. I have finally learned how to spend the day on the beach. One needs: beach umbrellas, a table, beach chairs, toys, and a cooler full of food and beer.
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We slept in the small town of Lo de Marcos and started the day with a jog on the local beach. After a late breakfast we drove to a different beach each day: Guayabitos, Los Ayala, and Chacala.
The drive home Monday was brutal as somehow I consumed tainted food, and even though I had taken Dukoral before I left, I got sick. We stopped as I felt nauseous, I got out of the car, fainted in the heat, and then vomited. I recovered somewhat after that.
Tuesday I felt poor, was struck by severe diarrhea Wednesday and had to stay in bed all day. Finally decided to take the Cipro that brought from Canada just in case. I am recovering now thankfully.