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Martinique - Saint Lucia
March 7, 2025 · 13 min · 2K views · Rodney Bay, St. Lucia
What this video covers
Javi departs Martinique for a 33-mile passage to Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia, sailing a route that requires constant beating into the wind and waves.2:53 The crew maintains a single reef in the mainsail while motor-sailing initially to generate water, later switching to full sail as the wind shifts to a beam reach.3:58 Upon arrival, the boat anchors in 5 meters of water near the marina entrance, with 25 meters of chain deployed.9:20 Clearing customs in Saint Lucia requires completing online forms via the SailClear website and the Saint Lucia government immigration portal within 24 hours of arrival.11:44 The crew displays the yellow quarantine flag until the process is finalized at the local customs office.10:35 Total entry fees amount to 30 Eastern Caribbean dollars, approximately 10.53 euros.12:25 While the crew notes that Martinique offers highly protected anchorages and simplified entry as a French territory, they find Rodney Bay significantly less crowded.0:25
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