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SAO MIGUEL THE GREEN ISLAND and the cry of the Puffin
October 26, 2025 · 43 min · 3K views · Ilhéu de Vila Franca
What this video covers
A cruising sailboat anchors off the volcanic islet of Vila Franca do Campo, São Miguel, in the Azores.5:16 The crew reports excellent holding in 6 meters of sand, secured with 30 meters of chain.6:01 While the crater lagoon is restricted to commercial zodiac tours, the surrounding waters offer productive fishing; the crew uses a hand-line "mitraillette" rig with a 50-gram lead to catch local bream.10:33 To prepare the fish, the crew uses a kettle to blanch the fillets, allowing the skin to peel away easily before pan-searing with olive oil, garlic, and onions.15:51 After several days at anchor, the vessel transits to the port of Ponta Delgada.18:42 The crew intends to dock for 5–6 days to facilitate island exploration by rental car, budgeting approximately 18 euros per night for the slip.18:32 The harbor office at Ponta Delgada proved unresponsive to VHF and telephone inquiries, requiring the crew to enter the marina and secure a berth without prior confirmation.22:04
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