Sam Holmes Sailing · video

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Sam Holmes and crew member Annalene sail along the Albanian Riviera, checking into the country at the port of Sarande.2:54 The pair utilises a local agent to complete customs formalities, which costs 75 euros and takes over an hour.12:07 While cruising the coast, they anchor in several coves, including a bay near Borsh, noting the clear water and rocky bottom conditions.19:41 The crew explores local towns, shops for food, and observes regional features like concrete bunkers and agricultural banana plants.12:55 During the transit, Holmes installs a waterproof USB-C charging outlet in the cockpit and adds a dome light to the dodger by tapping into the existing navigation light circuit.21:18 The trip concludes with a ferry transit to Corfu, Greece, where Annalene departs for Norway.27:10 The crew notes that non-EU boats frequently visit Albanian ports to reset their 18-month Mediterranean stay limit.13:59

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