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Sailing through the Croatian archipelago, a crew navigates from a quiet anchorage to Korkula Island, covering 25 nautical miles in light, shifting winds.8:04 To avoid high National Park anchoring fees, which can reach $120 per night, the crew selects a bay on the opposite side of the island from the main town, planning to commute via scooter.1:47 The transit involves alternating between motoring and sailing as wind directions fluctuate.7:16 Upon reaching Korkula, the crew cleans black rubber marks from the hull caused by docking at a marina in Montenegro.8:43 The journey continues toward the Pakleni Islands, near Hvar, involving a 20-knot close-hauled sail.15:07 The crew employs stern-to anchoring techniques at the Pakleni Islands, noting the high density of boats in the area.16:51 Throughout the trip, the crew balances boat maintenance, such as cleaning and tender management, with local exploration and swimming.3:55

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