Sailing La Vagabonde · video

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La Vagabonde anchors in Seso Port off Amami Island, Japan, to seek shelter from approaching typhoons.0:07 The crew plans a 400-nautical-mile transit to an inland sea to avoid potential 40-knot gusts and heavy seas associated with the storm systems.0:12 They evaluate the anchorage for natural protection, noting the presence of hills, a muddy bottom for anchor holding, and dedicated typhoon mooring buoys.5:49 While waiting for weather windows, the crew engages in local activities including swimming, hiking, and exploring nearby coastal areas, while monitoring weather models for shifting low-pressure systems.11:26 The vessel remains in the Ryukyu Islands region, where the crew navigates environmental hazards such as venomous Habu Pit Vipers and poisonous moths.3:19 The crew also promotes the launch of their social networking app, Sea People, intended to connect sailors and shore-based boaters.8:48

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