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Ep. 137 | Dolphins, pigs, friends! We explore the Bahamas together.

August 12, 2024 · 18 min · 82K views · Bahamas

What this video covers

Cruising in the Exumas, Bahamas, the crew of the sailboat Blue Horizon anchors at Black Cay to explore local snorkeling spots and blue holes.0:26 The crew encounters a pod of dolphins while preparing to dive, prompting a change in plans.1:19 Daily life involves routine boat maintenance, including a recurring repair of a PVC dinghy that suffers from UV-damaged seams and failing patches.7:53 The crew maintains a small onboard garden with spring onions and parsley to supplement limited fresh produce found in local supermarkets.12:56 Evenings are spent socializing with friends from other boats, including a beach film night using a projector and a bedsheet.9:25 During this time, friends Matti and Luisa announce the sale of their 1984 Settler 34, Wanderling.15:13 The boat is currently located near New York, features a foam-filled unsinkable hull, and comes fully equipped for long-distance cruising, including an autopilot, windvane, radar, and AIS.16:08 The owners intend to transition to a different vessel better suited for future plans in the Mediterranean.15:37

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