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Erica and Warren, owners of the boat Va, perform maintenance and recreational activities while anchored in Fiji. Erica removes acid stains from the galley’s Corian countertops by wet-sanding the surface with fine-grit sandpaper and a power buffer, followed by a protective polish.20:28 Warren repairs a leaking raw water pump on the starboard engine, replacing the unit after identifying the failure during a routine inspection.19:47 Between maintenance tasks, the pair practices wing foiling using kite gear and free-dives to observe blacktip reef sharks near the boat.9:48 The couple emphasizes that cruising life consists primarily of balancing boat projects with leisure activities like swimming and snorkeling in the local reef environment.

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