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NO PASSPORTS 🛂, NO PROBLEM 🤷♀️, Preparing for the BVI Adventure!
March 21, 2025 · 17 min · 729 views · Saint Martin
What this video covers
SV Cordelia prepares for a 100-mile overnight passage to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) while navigating logistical hurdles involving pet travel and passport renewals. The crew, currently anchored in Grand Case, St. Martin, secured a pet import permit for their dog, Gus, by obtaining a health certificate and a titer test stamp from the BVI agricultural department. They utilized the SailClear online system to manage entry requirements. Mechanical maintenance included replacing a faulty outboard carburetor with an aftermarket unit from Amazon to resolve idling issues. The crew also faces a potential change in refit plans; they intended to sail to Guatemala for repairs but discovered that Guatemala’s high-risk rabies status complicates future travel, as many subsequent destinations require a six-month residency in a low-risk country before entry. They are currently evaluating alternative locations to complete their boat refit while avoiding hurricane season conflicts.
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