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A mission that gives the journey its true meaning. Vlog 134
August 7, 2026 · 41 min · Vanuatu
What this video covers
Tom and Anissia sail from Port-Résolution to Eromango, Vanuatu, navigating a night passage marked by squalls and shifting winds.0:09 The crew relies on the autopilot for steering, noting that it requires less technical expertise than the windvane self-steering system.0:50 Upon arrival at Eromango, they anchor in a remote village of 800 residents, where they meet the village chief and a local yacht club operator.1:41 The stop is brief due to deteriorating weather and the arrival of a rally of five other yachts, which crowds the anchorage.7:45
The pair continues to Port-Vila, the capital of Vanuatu, for a technical stop to refuel, restock provisions, and manage laundry and waste disposal.16:44 They anchor in the harbor, noting poor holding that requires multiple attempts to set the anchor, or alternatively, they use a mooring buoy for 3,000 vatu per day.17:46 While in Port-Vila, they purchase a large list of supplies—including fishing gear, tools, clothing, and toys—to deliver to a remote village on behalf of other cruisers.24:43 They also visit the Blue Lagoon on Efate island, noting that most tourist sites in the area charge entry fees.22:25
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