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Can you SAIL the CARIBBEAN in HURRICANE SEASON? LIFE aboard our 46ft KETCH
October 13, 2023 · 14 min · 627 views · Carriacou Island
What this video covers
The crew of the 46-ft ketch SV Cordelia spent five and a half months cruising the Grenadian islands during the Atlantic hurricane season.0:11 To avoid storm systems, they relocated from Martinique to Grenada during the approach of Storm Brett.12:25 Throughout the summer, they logged 388 miles (624 kilometers) while navigating the Grenadines, including stops at Tyrell Bay and Hillsborough on Carriacou.12:36 When anchoring, the crew prioritizes sandy patches to avoid damaging coral reefs and utilizes designated mooring buoys in protected areas.6:35 Monthly living expenses for September totaled £721.05, with food costs accounting for £441 of that budget.12:11 The crew maintains their vessel by sourcing parts from local chandleries, such as Treasure Trove in Woburn, and refilling gas bottles at local suppliers.11:44 They emphasize that sailing the Caribbean during hurricane season is feasible with careful monitoring of weather patterns and flexible travel plans.12:43
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