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CATAMARAN SAILING in the Caribbean 🌊 (with a crew of 8!) Ep 306

7 November 2024 · 28 min · 286K views

What this video covers

The crew of the catamaran Zatara navigates the Caribbean Sea from Grenada toward Puerto Rico, managing mechanical failures and hosting eight people on board. While anchored in Bequia, the primary generator stops working due to broken mounting bolts, which the captain drills out and repairs to restore air conditioning.2:49 The crew also replaces a broken washing machine in Martinique, sourcing a 220-volt Whirlpool unit compatible with the boat's electrical system.19:42 Throughout the passage, the family engages in scuba diving, including dives in the Caribbean with new underwater camera housing.9:45 The crew plans a route through St. Lucia, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Antigua, and the British Virgin Islands before heading to the United States for the holidays.14:32 The vessel's systems require constant maintenance, including reinforcing frayed lines and managing the installation of heavy appliances in tight spaces.18:22

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