MOUNT DORA, Fla. — Setting out on the idylic chain of lakes in Mount Dora a seasoned captain prepares for an evening at sunset, packed full of Christmas cheer,  but the cheeriest part of this excursion might not be the festive drinks or snacks on board, but instead first mate Donna. 

“I have the world's greatest retirement job.. the greatest job.. I'm actually disappointed when I have days off!” 

Working for nearly 30 decades in her lifelong career she retired last year,  but didn't waste any time finding her next great adventure. Boarding the vessels at this Mount Dora based boating company Premier Boat Tours. 

This time of year, Donna and the crew get into a festive spirit, decking the boat out in lights and cruising around Lake Dora for a Christmas time cruise. 

On the brisker of nights Donna can be found filling up homemade apple cider. The perfect holiday beverage to sip and enjoy as you rake in the sites. 

If you're lucky Donna will even perform a Christmas poem, a reading that puts just the right touch on this festive cruise and helps us all remember the true meaning for the season. 

Their Chirstmas curises run through Christmas weekend but they have other site seeing tour options open year round. For more information, check out their website.