Sail Vessel Khalifavideo
#40 From the Caribbean to Florida: We Changed Route Mid-Crossing
28 de febrero de 2026 · 47 min · 5K vistas · in the Mona Passage between Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic
Sailboat heeling hard at sunset, spray flying over bow
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A 38-foot sailboat crew navigates the Mona Passage between Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, facing 25-knot winds, steep seas, and strong currents.1:52 The vessel maintains a speed of six knots while sailing close-hauled against the prevailing pressure, which funnels through the narrow channel.2:15 During the transit, the crew manages heavy traffic, including large cruise ships, by monitoring AIS data and using a deck light to increase visibility at night.35:23 The passage follows a four-day, four-night leg from Martinique to the Dominican Republic, where the crew encountered aggressive customs officials who attempted to coerce extra fees and restricted their movement after check-out.8:49 The crew reports that officials demanded payment for fuel and services beyond official costs and monitored the boat to ensure immediate departure.30:20 The vessel continues toward Turks and Caicos, Nassau, and eventually Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with approximately 600 nautical miles remaining of the 1,350-mile journey.11:59
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