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Checking Into The Bahamas [Visa Length???] (Day 4/100 Day Water World Challenge)
January 5, 2025 · 28 min · 17K views · Great Inagua
What this video covers
A solo sailor and a companion transit 15 nautical miles to Matthew Town, Bahamas, to complete customs and immigration check-in procedures.1:13 The host, participating in a 100-day challenge that prohibits spending money, struggles with low solar power production due to persistent cloud cover and engine-related electrical demands.2:29 The companion experiences engine trouble caused by low oil levels, requiring a mid-passage top-up.1:33 Navigation through the local bar requires drone reconnaissance and radio coordination to avoid shallow depths of three feet.6:57 Upon arrival at the port, the pair successfully negotiates a 100-day visa stay with local officials.26:15 The host secures a replacement phone for the companion through local contacts to restore navigation capabilities.26:20 The anchorage at Matthew Town proves rolly, prompting the crew to plan a return to their previous, calmer location.20:33 Successful customs clearance requires persistence and charm when port officials are not immediately available.23:24
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