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NAVIGATING THE RED SEA: Trying to NOT get hit by cargo ships! (Ep 226)
February 9, 2023 · 21 min · 295K views
What this video covers
The crew of the 54-ft catamaran Zatara navigates the Red Sea, crossing high-traffic shipping lanes near the Sinai Peninsula.13:31 While maintaining a speed of seven knots, the vessel maneuvers through a separation zone to avoid cargo ships traveling at 15 to 20 knots.14:08 The crew plans to reach a mooring ball near the Sinai coast before heading north to Dahab for kiteboarding.3:30
Beyond navigation, the crew manages logistical challenges of long-term cruising, specifically the need for thick passports to accommodate frequent visa stamps.6:16 They discuss the risk of being denied entry to countries like South Africa due to insufficient blank pages.6:50 To address Schengen Area travel restrictions, the crew intends to apply for digital nomad visas in Mediterranean countries such as Greece, Croatia, and Malta.8:29 These visas allow for stays longer than the standard 90-day limit imposed by the Schengen Treaty.9:00 The crew continues to balance homeschooling and daily boat operations while transitioning toward the Mediterranean for the upcoming spring season.
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