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You are here: Home / Travel / Tranquility Bay: Days 2 + 3

April 3, 2019

Tranquility Bay: Days 2 + 3

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{Read about Day one at Tranquility Bay here}

Nothing but sun, sky and water here. We’ve been having a wonderful time at Tranquility Bay.

Our Beachfront House Location

As I mentioned in my last post, we actually moved houses on the morning of our second day. We chose this resort because of the walk-out porches onto the beach, and despite multiple requests to be as close to the swimming beach as possible to keep a close eye on the six-year-old, we were assigned a room way at the other end of the resort. The location was still lovely and had a pretty view and would have been great for just Thomas and me, but with the kids, it was our last choice of location. Thankfully the resort was able to move us on our second day. The move was SO worth it because we’re now surrounded by kids, and Mazen can run out at anytime to play.

Birch has been sleeping so-so at night, but he’s been taking some decent naps, so one of us has been porch-side while the other has been with Mazen – on the beach, at the pool, or doing an activity like the putting green.

Our Daily Routine

Every morning we throw open the french doors in our bedroom and all climb in bed to sip coffee and play games.

Meals I Ate

For Monday lunch, I got a take-out shrimp salad from the tiki bar. And added some of my own pita chips! It was quite delicious and so convenient to be able to eat back on our porch.

Making Friends At The Pool

The iguanas are everywhere by the pool!! I’m not afraid of them in general, but when you feel a tail slip by your foot or get surprised by one under your chair, it’s not so exciting.

It’s a Family Friendly Resort

We were a little worried that there wouldn’t be too many kids here, but it’s actually very much a family spot. We have three kids next door to play with, and Mazen made friends at the pool and spent hours playing games! It was so nice to finish Where The Crawdads Sing while watching him play from my chair.

We dressed up for dinner and went for a little promenade before heading to the Butterfly Cafe, the “nice” restaurant on the property.

Birch decided he was done with photos at the last second!

Dinner at the Resort Restaurant, Butterfly Cafe

We dined on the Butterly Cafe porch, which was so nice!

I had panko-crusted grouper with a tropical sauce, mashed taters, and veggies. I brought half home for lunch. We also had an almond-crusted goat cheese app and a delicious bread basket. And I got a complimentary bottle of wine for bringing in a coupon from the TB newsletter!

For dessert – a date cake with a toffee sauce. I loved the butterfly cookie!

We left just in time for sunset by the water.


On Tuesday, I had more toast + PB for breakfast – this time banana smash style.

We spent more time by the beach and pool. The days go by way too fast.

Thomas and Mazen went out to lunch and to the store for provisions (aka junk food!), and Birch and I walked in the stroller for 2 miles round and round the resort while he took a little nap. I would love to be waking up and going for sunrise runs or hitting up the workout room everyday, but honestly that’s just not possible without leaving the family for an hour and so I decided just to not worry about working out this week. A little walking and swimming will have to do!

I had my leftovers for lunch – plus pita chips and an apple! And double stuffed Oreos, naturally.

Mazen caught himself a little turtle!

Tuesday night we ventured out for dinner at the Lighthouse Grill, just a few resorts down. I had a smoked pineapple margarita!

And local snapper, picatta style, with a fig-polenta cake and broccolini. Also saved some for lunch!

Pirate jammies seemed appropriate : )

See you again soon with a recap of our final days!

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  1. Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says

    April 3, 2019 at 11:55 am

    So. Damn. Jealous. Of the good weather! I need a bit of sun too! 😀

    Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
    http://charmainenyw.com

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  2. Lynda says

    April 3, 2019 at 12:16 pm

    Wow, your photos are beautiful and the place you’re staying at looks like heaven. It looks like all are having a great time!

    Reply
  3. Kelli Painter says

    April 3, 2019 at 12:44 pm

    Tranquility Bay looks gorgeous! We may have to try that next time instead of Hawks Cay! So glad you are having a great time!

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  4. Quinn says

    April 3, 2019 at 1:20 pm

    Looks like so much fun! Are you planning any snorkeling or sailing?
    Where did you get the pirate pajamas? They’re adorable!

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    • KathEats says

      April 3, 2019 at 4:02 pm

      It’s been hard to plan any real activities with Birch’s nap schedule, but we’ve done some snorkeling in the beach area. The pajamas were hand-me-downs!

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  5. Alex says

    April 3, 2019 at 2:46 pm

    It looks so beautiful there! The walk out porches onto the beach are amazing! Glad everyone is enjoying it! I’m going to keep Teanquility Bay in mind. I’m due with my second son in May and my oldest is going to be 3 in June. Maybe next year or the year after!?

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  6. Carla Reyes says

    April 3, 2019 at 2:51 pm

    I have to say, this resort looks like EXACTLY the place I’d love to be with my little family…looks absolutely gorgeous. And Birch is SO STINKING CUTE!

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  7. Vicki says

    April 3, 2019 at 5:20 pm

    Looks lovely…what a fun trip! That Mazen is just too cute!!

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  8. Jeanie says

    April 3, 2019 at 6:17 pm

    It all looks wonderful, and that last picture of you is awesome!

    Reply
  9. Olivia @issacpak says

    April 4, 2019 at 12:17 am

    Too much fun. Charming weather and family

    Reply
  10. Molly S says

    April 4, 2019 at 10:19 am

    Where the Crawdads Sing! I just finished it! So good!

    Reply
  11. Denise says

    April 4, 2019 at 10:31 am

    Besides wonderful memories, you’re getting a boatload of beautiful pictures of your family!

    Reply
  12. Colleen says

    April 4, 2019 at 1:16 pm

    Aww gorgeous family photos (and memories!!)

    Reply
  13. Caitlin says

    April 10, 2019 at 9:17 am

    How was that book? I have heard numerous people talk about it and wondering what you thought of it!

    Also, do you drink caffeinated coffee while nursing? I’m a first time mom and have been drinking a cup a day. Just curious! Thank you!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      April 10, 2019 at 9:18 am

      SO GOOD!

      And yes, I drink 2 cups a morning!

      Reply
  14. Jolene (www.everydayfoodie.ca) says

    April 11, 2019 at 9:36 pm

    Beautiful pictures! It sounds like a great trip 🙂

    Reply
  15. Rochelle says

    July 11, 2019 at 5:07 pm

    I love your review! We are staying at TB soon and I can’t find the TB newsletter for the complimentary bottle of wine with dinner coupon. Could you tell me where you found it/how you got it? Thanks !

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      July 11, 2019 at 5:53 pm

      It was a welcome email that came prior to our stay from TB

      Reply

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