Leading the Escapade · video

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The crew of the sailboat Escapade transits from Dominica to the Les Saintes archipelago, Guadeloupe, covering approximately 20 nautical miles in 15 to 17 knots of wind.3:46 During the passage, they navigate a 100-metre-wide gap between islands, opting to ignore warnings of a 2.7-knot opposing current and potential standing waves.4:42 The transit proves uneventful, with no significant current or sea state issues encountered.7:32 Upon arrival in Terre-de-Haut, the crew anchors and explores the island, including a hike to the 19th-century Fort Napoleon.11:26 They subsequently sail to the southwestern tip of Guadeloupe before moving to Pigeon Island, a protected national park where anchoring is prohibited.12:52 At Pigeon Island, the crew utilises mooring balls to access snorkelling sites famous for marine biodiversity.15:33 The visit concludes with birthday celebrations in the local village.17:29

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