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James and Natalie, sailing the 40-foot catamaran Zephyr, relocate from a rolling anchorage in Tilloo Cay to Tahiti Beach in the Abacos.0:49 The crew seeks shelter from persistent winds exceeding 20 knots, finding a calm, protected spot near a sandbar accessible at low tide.6:18 The beach features a cruiser-friendly setup with barbecues, tables, hammocks, and a makeshift bar.6:18 After spending the day at the beach, the crew moves to Hope Town on Elbow Cay.8:30 They anchor in the mooring field and visit the Elbow Reef Lighthouse, an operational, kerosene-fueled structure built in 1862.9:05 The lighthouse requires manual lighting daily and offers views of the surrounding reef and ocean.11:24 The crew explores the town of Hope Town, noting its history as a settlement for British loyalists who arrived in 1785.12:53

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