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From Grand Turk to Providenciales - 75nm. Perfect winds, big Mahi and we run aground! What. A. Day.
December 31, 2025 · 8 min · 2K views · Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
Mahi-Mahi leaps beside sailboat in deep blue sea
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Vlad sails an Amel 50 on a 78-nautical-mile passage from Grand Turk to Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos Islands.1:29 The crew experiences favorable sailing conditions with 16- to 17-knot winds, providing a stark contrast to the squalls and unstable weather encountered during previous weeks.2:43 During the transit, the crew catches a large Mahi-mahi.4:20 Upon arrival at the anchorage near Mangrove Cay, the vessel runs aground while navigating the shallow waters.7:52 The grounding occurs as a rain squall approaches the area, complicating the final approach to the mooring site.6:23 The crew successfully manages the situation and prepares the catch for dinner after completing the day's transit.7:33
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