Ann-Elin Synnes · video

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Ann-Elin Synnes and Sam sail through a series of Thai islands towards Langkawi, Malaysia, whilst managing intermittent engine and throttle control failures. During the transit, the crew experiences light winds and utilises a Parasailor to maintain speed.7:42 They anchor at a national park island to explore historical prison ruins and jungle trails, noting the presence of monkeys, racquetail drongos, and local wildlife.17:18 The crew navigates the final approach to Langkawi under sail after the engine fails to engage gear, though the system intermittently recovers.21:12 Throughout the passage, the owner reports persistent dizziness and vertigo, which she finds temporarily relieved by walking on land.9:48 The trip concludes with the vessel anchored in a bay near Langkawi, where the crew plans to address the ongoing mechanical issues.21:39

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