After being away from our boat for 4 months in the summer, it was time to drive back and get our boat ready for cruising around Florida this winter. There were a few things on the boat that needed fixed and cleaned, but guess that's pretty typical.

Before we left home, Tim was watching for a good deal on cruises, and we were able to book a 7 day cruise out of Miami FL to the Dominican Republic aboard the Fathom Adonia cruise ship. This was the same cruise that we took in June that we enjoyed so much so we knew what to expect.

What an amazing week, in spite of the daily rain showers! On the ship, at port, and at the impact activities, it was so cool to see and hug the staff and guides and locals that we met on our earlier cruise. They're just like family! We saw so many beautiful places, volunteered at several impact activities again, got spoiled by our waiter Andrew, and met fellow travelers who have become our friends. We even rented a cab with Lori and Cathy to visit Damajaqua Waterfalls where we hiked and slid down 12 waterfalls. Oh my gosh, it was so much fun!!

With Fathom, you have the opportunity to volunteer your time alongside Dominican Republic locals in a variety of impact activities. It's as meaningful to us as it is to them! The Adonia is a smaller cruise ship, so it's easy to meet and get to know your fellow travelers during your Cohort Groups and various classes, at the pool and hot tub, at the buffet or in the dining room, or walking around the ship. Needless to say, we're looking forward to cruising with Fathom Adonia to the Dominican Republic again in the future!

Feel free to click the link along the right side to see our many photos of our Cruise to the Dominican Republic.

We're now back on our own boat and getting ready to cruise around Florida this winter. :)