[Dominican Republic, Samana Bay, Day 9 of the voyage, 10:00 AM]
After three days of smooth but somewhat boring sea crossing, the bow of Polaris finally sliced into the emerald-like calm waters of Samana Bay.
Different from the bustling modern luxury filled with super yachts and cruise ships in Nassau.
The Samana Bay presents a more primitive, rugged Latin charm.
In the distance, the jungle-covered mountains extend all the way to the coastline, and inside the bay, the white private sailboats are replaced.
By colorful local fishing boats "Yola" with Bible verses written on their sides and small tour boats carrying visitors to the national park for whale watching.
In the air, instead of the scent of money and sunscreen, there is a complex smell of tropical flowers and diesel engine exhaust.
"Alright, crew, get ready to dock." Lin Yu'an's voice broke the group's gaze.
