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Natalie Meyers, captain of the vessel The Far Side, experiences a sudden illness while traveling in Guatemala.0:46 After encountering a group of motorcyclists led by Taylor Francis at a local gas station, Meyers visits a pharmacy to purchase amoxicillin, nausea medication, and electrolytes for approximately $9.10:12 The crew then completes a six-hour drive to Antigua, Guatemala, where they stay at the Aurora Hotel.10:48 Meyers recovers while exploring the town, dining at the rooftop restaurant El Adobe, and observing an active volcano erupting in the distance.15:55 The trip concludes with plans to return to the United States and eventually resume sailing The Far Side once repairs are complete.20:48 Accessing common antibiotics and medical supplies in Guatemala is significantly more affordable than in the United States.9:12

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