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I had to get away. Vlog 127
19 giugno 2026 · 31 min · 7K visualizzazioni · Sydney
Sydney Harbour Bridge lit purple at night with boats
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Anissia, co-owner of a cruising sailboat currently in Fiji, traveled to Sydney, Australia, to purchase a replacement MacBook after her 2019 model failed.1:45 Shipping a computer from Australia to Fiji proved prohibitively expensive due to high import taxes and logistical hurdles with freight forwarders.3:06 By flying to Sydney, she secured a refurbished MacBook for 1,800 Swiss francs—significantly cheaper than the 3,000 Swiss francs quoted in Fiji—and qualified for a 10% tax refund at the airport.2:36 While Anissia managed the computer replacement, Tom remained in Fiji recovering from bronchitis.4:04 The couple faced mounting maintenance costs for their vessel, including repairs to the autopilot, engine, and silent blocks, which strained their budget and morale.5:19 During her four-day stay in Sydney, Anissia utilized public transportation and stayed at the Pacific House hostel to minimize expenses.10:08 She visited landmarks including the Queen Victoria Building, Hyde Park, the Royal Botanic Garden, The Rocks, and Bondi Beach.8:15
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