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Wenceslao and Sylvie depart Valencia, Spain, aboard their sailboat, Sol de Mayo, to begin the first leg of an Atlantic crossing bound for the Canary Islands.3:50 The crew includes three additional passengers, Pablo Strubel, Ciar Marco Tegui, and Guillermo, who assist with provisioning and watch schedules.0:36 After casting off from Valencia, the vessel navigates toward the Strait of Gibraltar, experiencing varying conditions ranging from calm seas to periods of steady sailing at an average speed of 6 knots.12:03 During the transit, the crew maintains a routine of fishing, preparing meals including Argentine empanadas, and managing night watches.14:07 The passage continues through the Atlantic Ocean, with the crew reporting a calm sea state while positioned approximately 300 miles from Gran Canaria.12:47 The voyage concludes upon arrival in the Canary Islands, where the crew prepares for the next phase of their journey.14:44

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