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After spending 12 days at anchor in Guadeloupe to recover from an Atlantic crossing, the crew of a cruising sailboat completes local customs clearance and prepares for a short passage to Antigua.10:28 The clearance process at their final stop proves informal, requiring only a five-euro fee and a form submission without passport verification.16:32 While anchored, the crew utilizes a Caribbean-based grocery delivery service, noting that prices remain competitive with local supermarkets and delivery fees are minimal.3:56 To mitigate the risk of dinghy theft, which recently affected friends in Barbuda, the crew transitions from locking their tender with a chain to hoisting it on davits.8:56 During a short coastal excursion, the host experiences a sharp, painful sting while snorkeling, likely from a small jellyfish.14:17 The crew also experiments with sourdough baking and manages minor autopilot issues while motoring between anchorages.9:43 The extended stay allows for necessary boat maintenance, laundry, and a return to a consistent daily routine before resuming their voyage.10:42

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