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Sinomar Godois Tavares, a 69-year-old sailor, outlines plans for a long-distance voyage starting from Salvador, Brazil, with the ultimate goal of reaching Canada and Europe. The itinerary includes a shakedown cruise down the Brazilian coast to Paraty for boat maintenance, followed by a New Year’s stop in Rio de Janeiro. The sailor intends to navigate toward the Northern Hemisphere, timing the passage to reach Canada before winter, when the boat must be hauled out in Montreal. Future legs involve crossing to Europe to visit Spain, France, Portugal, Italy, and Egypt, before returning to Brazil via the African coast. The sailor emphasizes the necessity of careful provisioning for long offshore passages, noting that stretches between landfalls can last 15 to 30 days depending on wind conditions and currents. Financial strategy relies on social media monetization and personal resourcefulness to supplement a limited pension.

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