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Big Changes Ahead: Our Plans for the New Year!

January 22, 2025 · 43 min · 547K views · Tokyo

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The crew of the Rapido trimaran *La Vagabonde* plans a six-month sailing itinerary beginning with the Northern Mariana Islands, followed by the Solomon Islands, and concluding with a potential return to Queensland, Australia, by mid-year.33:04 Following a collision, the vessel requires upcoming repairs and routine maintenance.0:24 Reflecting on the previous year, the crew highlights experiences in the Ryuku Islands and Yakushima, as well as a passage through the South China Sea from Kota Kinabalu.1:19 During that transit, the crew operated the boat without an engine, relying on the electrical system.1:37 The crew also recounts an incident 200 nautical miles off the coast of Morocco where they observed unidentified hovering lights while on night watch.41:03 Future goals include spear-fishing, improving content production quality, and prioritizing health and family time.27:18 The crew seeks audience input for their sailing route beyond the mid-year arrival in Australia.36:55

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