We had a long weekend so headed to Plymouth for a mini break. If you think we singled out Plymouth for its historical value as birth place of America, you would be wrong. Keeping in theme with early patriotism we were lured, along with 10 other families, to the Pilgrim's Cove Indoor Theme Pool. The brochure reads:The exclusive Pilgrim Cove features lap lanes and a life-size replica of the Mayflower. A giant, 80-foot water slide winds through the historic ship and passes by a refreshing waterfall.The large, relaxing island whirlpool is set in a replica of Plymouth Rock and is accessible by a bridge over the splashing waterfalls below.
Amen, sign me up. This can't be the vision the first settlers had in mind for the area when they pushed ashore but nonetheless we went.
So we all loaded up our toddlers and drove 45 min. south to the splendor that is The Pilgrims Cove Theme Pool at the John Carver Inn (sister property to The Cape Codder, also a fine establishment with a wave pool). We had a walk through the main street in Plymouth, found a local pizzeria and then hit that 80' water slide which Max wasn't a huge fan of but he loved the pool. We had a great night hanging out with friends, playing games, some amazing rounds of mafia, and tons of junk food. Unfortunately, Max had a terrible night and we had to leave early in the morning so the closest thing we saw to Plymouth rock was in the theme pool. Next time, the real deal.
11 comments:
I am laughing pretty hard right now...I LOVE our new version of Plymouth. It's way better! Those pilgrims didn't know what was cool!
Shut uuuuup. You guys are so cool. But what's Max's problem? Didn't he know this was part history lesson/part fun?
What is it with us Anderson and pools...lest ye forget the lazy river and pool spa in Wengen, Switzerland.
And how did we miss this gem when we visited Plymouth a few years ago?
awesome!
WOW. This sounds like my kind of history trip--esp. since it's like 12 degrees right now. Mayflower hot tub--bring it.
My question is: Did they have a rotating swan "sculpture" in the hot tub? That's the true sign of CLASS.
Lane,
I only go to "classy" places on the Cape, like that one, when I have you and Brit to impress. I know how Brit loves a classy hotel or would that be a motel?
Wow, you truly left me speechless. What a sight to behold! Definitely more interesting than the real Plymouth (I love the jacuzzi on top of Plymouth rock BTW).
I think it all began in Vernal with the family trip to Dinosaurland. As I remember YOU had more fun in the pool than you did at the themepark. I'd say Max is "just a chip off the old block!"
I'm certain they never mentioned this place when we did the obligatory Plymouth Plantation fieldtrip every year in elementary school. I feel so cheated! Sounds like you had a great time!
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