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FUHRER FIESTA THANKSGIVING WEEKEND 2009

¡VAMOS A AKUMAL!

"Let's do it again in 10 years!" we said. And so we will!

Please join Jennie and Tim in Akumal, Mexico. We are excited to be celebrating our 10 years of marriage but we also celebrate, you, our family and friends. You make a difference in our lives. So please join the party!

We hope this website will help keep you connected as new details develop.


Akumal is Mayan for Place of the Turtles, which means you will all enjoy snorkeling along with the turtles in the calm bay, just outside your rooms. Akumal Bay is protected by the Mesoamerican Coral Reef, the second longest reef system in the world, and has calm waters and long sandy beaches. All this and more are right there for you to enjoy. Akumal is a quaint spot with several small shops and restaurants all within walking distance.

We have someone really great coordinating details for the group. Her name is Lydia and she can be contacted by her email lydia@justimagine.net or by phone 843-814-4575. She really knows Akumal well and is super helpful. She doesn't do air travel, but once you select your dates of travel, she will handle your hotel reservations, ground transport, travel insurance and any adventures or transportation you may wish to book. Please make your reservations directly with her as all the best rooms are being held for the Fuhrer Fiesta. Lydia can accept reservation payments by check or credit card. Keep in mind there is a Paypal credit card fee of 3%. Also, a nominal charge will be included for her services, but it's worth it. She will handle all the details from soup to nuts, 'cause you know I can't keep my arms around the whole crazy bunch!

You will be staying at the lovely, family-owned, Hotel Akumal Caribe. There are ocean-front hotel rooms and garden setting bungalows available. Before you launch to the hotels website, please remember that although the web link shows villas, they are not part of the hotel and they have no access to the pool or hotel facilities. If you are unsure whether the hotel room or bungalow is better for you and your people, please, please talk to Jennie or to Lydia. And please remember to book direct with Lydia to appreciate the group discount. Our group will enjoy a 10% discount on room rates. They charge by the number of adults in the room and kids under 12 are free. But with 2 adults, a hotel room is US$99 and a bungalow is US$80 per night. There is Internet access available in the rooms and free wi-fi at the beach bar.

Guests are welcome to make arrangements to arrive anytime during the week. Jennie, Tim & Sami will arrive the weekend before Thanksgiving and activities will begin on Wednesday, 25 November 2009. Confirmed Guests as of February 20, 2009: Jennie, Tim & Samantha Fuhrer; Ruth & Dick Silage; Jan Walker; Alex & Ana Silage; Ken Fuhrer & Kristen Permakoff & Lila Renke & Kim James & Dave O'Connell & Eoin O'Connell; The Secrist Family, Stephen, Leslie, Dylan, Karter and Camaron; The Morrissey Family, Monica, Joseph and their 3 children!



Partial Itinerary

Wednesday 5 PM
¡Bienvenidos! A seaside welcome to paradise hosted by Janice Walker. Get some sand between your toes while you enjoy drinks and appetizers under the shady palm trees.

Thursday, 4:30 PM
Have no fear. You will not miss your Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner! We have arranged to be seated under the charming thatch palapa at Turtle Bay Café, a wonderful restaurant owned and run by Americans who know what Thanksgiving is all about. We will eat family style, as Thanksgiving is meant to be, and beverages will not be included. We don't want to have to figure out what you guys like to drink with your turkey!

Saturday Evening 5:30 PM
A short stroll down the beach is the Centro Ecologico Akumal (CEA). CEA's goal is to educate people about the ecological impact we make on the environment. We will transform the Center for an evening of Dinner and Dancing hosted by Jennie and Tim. Local musical entertainment Bandokoro entertain in a most unique way. Trivial Tidbit: The owner of our hotel is also the president of CEA. We love that!

Sunday - Back to Civilization
A Breakfast Buffet will be set up so you don’t have to worry about the logistics of getting food while you are focused on packing and getting to the airport.

Akumal Tips and Facts:
Akumal is an ecologically conscious community. They even have recycling! As this is a rarity in Mexico, We would encourage you to do your best to try. In efforts to preserve the coral reef and the marine life, visitors are asked to use biodegradable sunscreen and biodegradable bug protection. If you cannot find it locally, these are some good links www.mexitan.com, www.caribbean-sol.com, www.UVNaturalSunScreenStore.com

The temperature in Akumal in November ranges from 71-83 degrees. While these warm temperatures will definitely be welcomed by us all, you may wish to bring a layer. In the evenings, the sea breeze can make 70 feel a little cooler.

ACTIVITIES -

Golf - Of course Tim wants to plan a round. Who's in? Email me at jandtfuhrer@msn.com.

Scuba - They say there are lots of turtle and manta ray sightings about Akumal. If you are certified or just want to take a resort course, Jennie and Tim are looking forward to a group dive. Who's interested? Email me at jandtfuhrer@msn.com.

All Sortsa Other Stuff - You may want to cruise around Akumal on bicycle or golf car, or you may want to see some of the nearby Mayan ruins, or have an adventure in the Sian Ka'an Biosphere. There is plenty to be found in this magical region of Quintana Roo.

If you really want to experience a particular adventure, please consider advance planning. Keep in mind the holiday weekend is probably a busier time.

To learn more about the activities and service please peruse this site. For more information or to start making your plans please contact Lydia by email at lydia@justimagine.net or by phone at 843 814 4575 (cell).