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A Beneteau 323 named Golden Haze is transported from Southampton, United Kingdom, to Antigua via the cargo ship Ryderland to avoid crowded European marinas and high costs.24:23 The owner manages the logistics of shipping, including securing third-party insurance, stripping the boat of cold-weather gear, and installing a 12-volt T-Link 4G LTE router for internet connectivity.11:09 After a weather-delayed coastal passage from Boulogne to Cowes, the boat is loaded in Southampton by Peters and May.14:11 The process involves professional loadmasters positioning lifting strops around the hull and keel.31:19 Upon arrival in Antigua, the boat is splashed in Jolly Harbour, where the owner performs final rigging, including reattaching the bimini and solar panels.41:03 The owner notes that Caribbean marinas primarily cater to large charter catamarans, making the 32-foot monohull a smaller vessel in the local fleet.43:10 The transition requires adapting to stern-to mooring techniques and managing security for outboard motors and fuel.9:34

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