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Bikinis, Beaches and Elephants?

December 28, 2023 · 14 min · 173K views · Koh Chang

What this video covers

The crew of Doodles motors north along the west side of Koh Chong, Thailand, to anchor at Kai Bay for a beach excursion.1:53 After beaching the dinghy, the crew visits a local elephant sanctuary to swim with baby elephants.4:43 The crew later weighs anchor and motors a few miles south to Lonely Beach, where they anchor at sunset to explore local restaurants and nightlife.8:04 During the transit, the crew notes that squid boats in the Gulf of Thailand often create bright light displays at night that can be mistaken for distant cities.11:15 The crew also highlights the importance of keeping deck hatches either fully open or fully closed to prevent head injuries.8:19 The segment concludes with information regarding the construction of an Island Spirit 525 catamaran and upcoming charter opportunities in the British Virgin Islands.13:20

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Island SPIRIT 525Their boat

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