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our BIGGEST COSTS of last year! (full breakdown - Caribbean sailing) Ep 313
February 6, 2025 · 14 min · 124K views
What this video covers
The owners of the catamaran Zatara report annual cruising expenses totaling approximately $64,000 to $70,000 for 2024, excluding major capital upgrades.8:05 Fuel costs reached $9,000, averaging $4.50 per gallon, with prices ranging from $4.00 in Florida to $6.00 in The Bahamas.1:57 Engine replacement with twin Yanmar 110s required extensive fiberglass work to modify engine beds, costing between $15,000 and $70,000 for installation alone.3:56 Haul-out services and fiberglass repairs in Grenada, including sealing emergency escape hatches and rebuilding rudders, totaled $20,000.5:07 Insurance premiums for the year cost $14,000.5:28 Additional expenses included $7,300 for replacement Max Prop propellers after a loss in the Dominican Republic, $5,000 for marina fees, and $4,500 for rental cars.6:47 Annual food costs averaged $3,600.7:52 The owners note that engine replacement and installation on a boat of this size can require a total budget of $100,000 to $150,000.4:05
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