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MELTING ON BOARD: The battle against the Caribbean heat
19 de octubre de 2025 · 30 min · 9K visitas · Martinica
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The crew of the *Blue Prince* manages extreme heat and living conditions while docked at Le Marin marina in Martinique. To mitigate high temperatures inside the vessel, they purchase two large fans and an adapter to connect to shore power, as the boat’s existing electrical system cannot plug directly into the dock’s supply.11:28 The crew also empties and refills their two water tanks to flush out chlorine, transitions to sleeping in different cabins to improve airflow, and installs custom blackout curtains with velcro in the forward cabin.14:44 Daily tasks include grocery shopping, laundry at the marina facilities, and organizing the interior storage.20:59 During a rental car excursion, they visit the town of Saint-Pierre, the site of a 1902 volcanic eruption, and attempt to reach a waterfall and a nearby island, though strong currents and high seas prevent access.17:49 The crew confirms a repair quote for their sails and prepares for upcoming projects.13:09 Consistent high temperatures and sudden tropical rain showers remain the primary challenges of their current dockside lifestyle.
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