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They’re Making Me Leave Thailand
7 août 2026 · 16 min · 324K vues · Koh Samui
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
Bobby, the owner of the 40-foot catamaran Doodles, must leave Thailand to renew his visa, requiring a flight to Singapore and a one-night stay to maintain legal status.0:58 While he is away, the crew secures the boat on an Island Spirit mooring in Koh Samui and relocates to an Airbnb with their dogs to avoid forecasted 20-knot winds.1:26 During this period, Island Spirit technicians attempt to repair the boat's generator, specifically replacing a faulty cooling pump.8:30 Although the initial repair succeeds, the generator suffers a secondary, more serious system failure shortly after, leaving the boat without air conditioning.14:06 The crew decides to remain in an Airbnb to ensure comfort during the repair process.14:31 To re-enter Thailand, Bobby carries documentation including hospital records, boat maintenance receipts, and the mandatory 20,000 baht in cash to satisfy immigration officials.7:10 The crew spends their time ashore visiting local Buddhist temples and dining in Koh Samui.8:56
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