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SAILING the CARIBBEAN TRADE WINDS - Martinique to Grenada

21 April 2023 · 13 min · 897 views · Grenada

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Steve and Annette, sailing their Venus 46 ketch SV Cordelia with their dog Gus, depart Martinique for a 26-hour passage to Carriacou.0:54 The crew plans to scout the island for hurricane season shelter and assist a friend’s boat with a haul-out.0:06 During the transit, the engine experiences fuel starvation, causing the motor to stutter when engaged during low-wind conditions.4:12 The crew relies on sail power to reach Tyrell Bay, Carriacou, where they complete the customs check-in process in three hours.6:45 They describe the anchorage as a protected, well-supplied bolthole featuring laundrettes and supermarkets.8:05 After departing Carriacou, the vessel stops at Ronde Island, characterised by dense jungle terrain.11:27 The crew notes the importance of dressing formally for customs officials to ensure a smooth clearance process.6:06

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