Blue Horizon · video

What this video covers

Thilo and Leonie, sailing the 560-nautical-mile passage from Barbate, Spain, to the Canary Islands aboard their boat, the Blue Horizon, complete the journey without using the engine.0:27 Upon arrival, they anchor off the island of La Graciosa, where they spend several days exploring the volcanic landscape and local culture.1:31 The crew catches a red sea bream (Rotbrasse) using shrimp as bait and prepares it on a salvaged Magma grill.8:55 During their stay, they visit the village of Caleta de Sebo, observe a regatta featuring traditional Bacchios fishing boats, and cycle across the island’s sandy terrain to reach remote beaches.10:31 The anchorage provides stable holding in consistent wind conditions, allowing for dinghy trips to snorkeling spots and nearby shores. Despite the cold water temperatures, the crew utilizes neoprene suits for morning swims.18:33 The passage and subsequent stay mark the beginning of their long-term cruising lifestyle, emphasizing the transition to self-sufficient, remote exploration.

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