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SAILING TO ITALY, OUR BIGGEST CATCH YET! EP-91

26 June 2023 · 17 min · 9K views · Italy

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Janae, Jason, and their crew member Tom sail their boat, *Escapade*, from Othanoi, Greece, to Crotone, Italy, on an overnight passage.1:26 The crew chooses Crotone over Santa Maria due to reports of better security and protection from forecasted strong southerly winds.5:02 During the transit, they catch an 11-kilogram tuna, which they later use to barter for marina services and meal recommendations.7:23 Upon arrival in Crotone, the crew initially ties off to a high harbor wall before moving to a stern-to mooring at a more protected marina facility.14:12 The marina staff provides assistance with docking and gifts the crew local pastries and wine.15:08 The crew plans to stay in Crotone for several days to rest, reprovision, and prepare for a subsequent voyage to Sicily, Malta, and Tunisia for canvas work and boat upgrades.0:26

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