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A couple sails from Sardinia, Italy, to Mahon, Menorca, in the Balearic Islands, Spain, completing a two-day passage with consistent 12-to-19-knot winds.0:07 They maintain an average speed of 7.5 knots, occasionally reaching 9 knots using a cruising chute.1:51 The crew navigates a narrow entrance to reach a protected anchorage at night, relying on fenders and careful positioning to avoid other vessels.9:47 Upon arrival, they clear into Spain, switch their courtesy flag, and secure a berth at Club Maritimo Mahon to collect several packages.15:45 These deliveries include a Starlink satellite internet system, a new invisible dive case for a 360-degree camera, and a second Smaco scuba tank to pair with their onboard air compressor.17:20 The couple reunites with friends previously met in Turkey and explores local cuisine, including tapas and pomada, a regional gin-based slushy.7:15 Managing two kittens on passage requires keeping them inside the cabin for safety during transit.8:08

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