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The Transat Café L'Or finish village in Fort-de-France, Martinique, serves as the arrival point for participants in the transatlantic race.▶ 0:00 Between November 6 and November 13, 2025, the harbor hosts various racing classes, including Ultimes and smaller offshore vessels.▶ 15:20 The event features a temporary marina setup, local food stands, and public animations, though the presence of racing yachts fluctuates as boats depart early due to concerns over potential civil unrest in the area.▶ 1:43 The author observes the arrival of vessels like *Sodebo* and *WeWise*, noting the tactical importance of current management near the finish line.▶ 0:25 While the village provides a hub for race followers and school groups, the author highlights ongoing issues with long-term abandoned vessels occupying limited marina space, suggesting that port authorities should implement stricter enforcement for unpaid slips.▶ 3:20 The author captures the arrivals using a wide-angle lens to compensate for the limitations of mobile phone photography and notes the significant loss of image quality when using digital zoom on a GoPro.▶ 13:29

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