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Cancun Skies

Cancun Skies

Full disclosure: I almost peed myself. I'm terrified of heights, but insisted on a parasailing excursion. (YOLO) At first, it was downright petrifying. But...
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Full disclosure: I almost peed myself. I'm terrified of heights, but insisted on a parasailing excursion. (YOLO) At first, it was downright petrifying. But, as the parachute gained altitude, I was so awestruck by the view, I forgot about my fear.
What you're looking at is the Cancun shoreline. Specifically, an aerial view of The Pyramid at Grand Oasis Cancun (well, a small portion of it)
If you haven't already, add parasailing to your bucket list!
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SM-G973W

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Aperture 240/100 ISO 50 Shutter 1/2858 Focal Length 430/100

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Cancún, Quintana Roo, MX

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Feb, 2022

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