Once we all got up close and personal with each other off we went. It was tight quarters but nothing really uncomfortable. Well the seats were hard but it was a quick 20-25 min ride to island. Plus the water was sooo pretty, sun was shinning and the mist from the ocean felt great. Our boat had people of all ages, kids adults, seniors, even a pregnant gal. So its not too rough of a ride.
The trip over was really quiet, I dont think anyone was really awake yet, or maybe they all were just in awe of the surroundings?
In June of 2014 we took a trip to Punta Cana to an all inclusive resort. It was there that we had our 1st glimpse of the gorgeous waters of the Dominican Republic. Seems La Romana was beautiful also!
Moments later, we saw land. Glorious land. The island was broken up between other excursions. Each having their own beach area, chairs, bathrooms, food and drink.
There were plenty of chairs for our group, near or away from the shade of palm trees.
Granted you can explore the island if you like but you are only give a couple hours before lunch. Then we leave so make the most of your time.
Picture perfect right.
Hubby and the youngest son went snorkeling right away. The water was pretty calm so off they went with a few others.
The swam all the way out to the broken down dock. Which they found to be full of fish.
Someone brought actual fish food and was throwing it in the water, which attracted even more fish. My guys were loving it.
My very own Nemo and his dad LOL
Im not big on fish or animals so I dont like to snorkel, plus I can NEVER keep water out of the snorkel. So I just relaxed on the beach in the crystal clear water!
I didnt take a picture (for obvious reasons) but they offered massages right on the beach... only thing was they were not too segregated from the group. So you heard kids yelling, people walking back and forth from the bar/food area. I doubt you had a real relaxing time, but we heard it was very cheap. Something like $15 for 30mins. Not bad if your ok with that.
As we were catching rays a coconut seller came by selling them for I believe $3, I figured why not try it....
So I got one for the boys and I to try... Note to self I dont like coconut juice. The Skipper and Maryann make it look so delish, on Gilligan's Island . I ended up cracking it open to get the fresh meat which was good.
I made the boys all take a walk on the pier near us while some girls were on it also. Figured we could get a few pics together for our Xmas cards this year!
They had a bar made out of old boat where drinks were included. Sodas and water for the kids, Rum Punch for the adults (well anyone could have either really, they dont card LOL) At lunch they brought out the local beer for everyone to have if you would like.
We have a bottle of this rum from our All Inclusive trip last year.. its not a great rum lol. But it works in a punch. They are small cups though, so I would just ask for 2drinks at a time, then chug one at the bar and have them refill it. I tipped at the beginning and the "boatenders" became my besties!!
A while later they stated lunch was served. It was a HUGE spread. Chicken, potatoes, veggies, bread, beans, rice, plantains and pasta. My boys who are human garbage disposables filled up, and they had plenty for 2nds for our very large group. It was really good, and helped fill our bellies after snorkeling and drinking LOL.
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