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Renato and Cassi live aboard their sailboat, the Maragota, anchored at Praia dos Vagabundos near Paraty, Brazil.8:19 The couple transitioned from corporate careers to full-time cruising in 2016, citing burnout and stress as primary motivators for leaving their previous lives.11:13 They maintain the vessel themselves, handling mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs, and prioritize living with fewer material possessions.3:47 The boat features a horizontal galley layout with a knee-operated water pump, a Lilmar steering wheel that folds to maximize cockpit space, and a suite of navigation electronics including a GPS, wind station, tridata display, and radar.5:02 They supplement their navigation with iPads and smartphones running Navionics.6:26 The couple emphasizes the importance of self-sufficiency and community among cruisers, noting that the anchorage at Praia dos Vagabundos serves as a social hub for sailors.23:51 They view their lifestyle shift as a move from material accumulation to experiential living, finding that the challenges of boat maintenance and independent living provide greater personal satisfaction than their former corporate roles.13:21

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