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The crew of the catamaran *Dulce Vida* returns to Mindelo, Cabo Verde, to find their vessel burglarized after leaving it unattended for an extended period.10:57 While the boat remained secured by a friend after a planned caretaker departed for the Canary Islands, an intruder swam from the beach to the vessel and removed various items, including the contents of the onboard toolbox.13:41 The crew reports that the damage is significant but manageable.14:33 Before arriving in Cabo Verde, the pair traveled through Portugal, visiting Nazaré and Cascais during a 24-hour layover.7:39 They also purchased a 12-volt Starlink satellite internet system to replace their previous 220-volt unit, noting the lower power consumption is better suited for their catamaran’s electrical system.5:13 Upon settling back onto the boat, the crew performs maintenance, including reinforcing the standing rigging with Dyneema, and prepares for a planned passage to the Mediterranean.19:07

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