Sailing SV Cordelia · video

What this video covers

Steve and Annette, owners of the Venus 46 ketch SV Cordelia, return to Martinique after a 10-month absence to resume cruising in the Caribbean.0:02 The couple travels from the UK with their Jack Russell terrier, Gus, flying from London Heathrow to Paris and then to Fort-de-France.4:18 Tight connection times at Charles de Gaulle Airport force the pair to rush through security and customs, nearly missing their flight.6:47 Upon arriving in Le Marin, they secure a loaner dinghy to reach their mooring field in the dark.10:37 Despite successfully locating SV Cordelia, the couple discovers they lack the keys to board the vessel and arrive without supplies, including water, after failing to find an open supermarket.12:27 They remain stranded on the boat overnight while awaiting contact from a local contact to resolve the lockout.13:17 The vessel has been left in poor condition during their time away.13:42

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