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#43 The REAL arrival in the United States 🇺🇸 (Immigration, cold and rush)

22. mars 2026 · 32 min · 3K visninger · Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

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A 38-foot sailboat arrives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, after an 18-day passage, completing immigration and customs formalities to secure a one-year cruising permit for the vessel and six months for the crew.15:17 The crew navigates the Intracoastal Waterway, managing heavy cruise ship traffic and requesting bridge openings, including the 17th Street Bridge.3:15 Upon arrival, the owners coordinate with local contacts to secure maintenance support, including the installation of 900 amp-hours of lithium batteries and repairs to the anchor windlass.13:53 The windlass motor required disassembly to replace worn brushes and resurface the armature after inconsistent performance.18:22 The crew utilizes local infrastructure, including industrial laundry facilities and public parks, while managing daily logistics like water procurement and fuel.11:44 The owners emphasize the importance of their support network in navigating the psychological challenges of long-distance cruising with a young child.8:30

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