Xochimilco

Before we left Mexico City, we took a boat ride in Xochimilco. Thirteen of us loaded onto a long boat with a full length table, on which we were immediately served a drink of our choice.Boats completely covered the river, but it made for an exciting atmosphere. Some people celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, or other special occasions, some people were obviously tourists like us, some people were just a couple out on a date. The couple dancing in the picture looked so happy that they were giddy! And the river didn't stop the vendors, either. We even had a "stowaway" man jump on the boat after we took off, trying to sell us jewelry. The only thing we did purchase, was an authentic performance by one of the many Mariachi bands floating out on the river, too. Everyone watched them as we rode by and enjoyed the music and, sometimes, dance! We were served a huge lunch, with tacos, quesadillas, fajitas, mole (a Mexican salsa with chocolate, but not sweet--still getting used to that), and frijoles, arroz...suffice to say, lots of food and options. Our cooks rode a tiny boat beside us. It was altogether an amusing experience, though I found out later it's known as a "raunchy" place at night, but overall, it was a good taste to leave in my mouth on our way out of Mexico City.