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The owners of an ETAC 38 catamaran return to La Rochelle, France, from Las Palmas to manage administrative tasks, including passport renewals and medical appointments.▶ 13:50 The crew secures the vessel in Las Palmas by tripling forward mooring lines and disconnecting electrical systems before departing for a 24-hour transit involving multiple flights and a train connection.▶ 0:41 During their stay in France, the couple experiences winter conditions, including freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall, while addressing personal logistics like replacing broken eyeglasses.▶ 15:02 The return journey to the boat involves an overnight wait outside the Bordeaux airport due to a nighttime closure.▶ 22:03 Upon returning to Las Palmas alone, the owner begins re-rigging the ETAC 38, including reinstalling the sails and dinghy.▶ 25:25 The crew decides to split their travel plans, as the partner chooses to remain in France due to a dislike for long offshore passages, while the owner intends to continue the voyage toward Cape Verde, French Guiana, and the Caribbean.▶ 25:25

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