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MAGNIFICENT SITE... BUT POLLUTED BY PLASTIC
October 5, 2025 · 32 min · 3K views
What this video covers
The crew of an Etap 38i cruising the Azores explores Santa Maria, balancing boat maintenance with local provisioning and island excursions. While painting the boat’s name on a concrete pier, the crew notes the logistical challenges of island life, where supermarket inventory fluctuates based on container ship arrivals.10:04 Provisioning for a passage requires careful planning, as fresh produce and meat are available but limited compared to mainland supermarkets. The crew spends 60 euros on a basic restock of staples, including local pineapple, papaya, and canned goods.13:03
Land-based activities include a 10-kilometer hike to a lighthouse and a bus trip to the northern coast to visit natural seawater swimming pools and waterfalls.2:19 The crew observes that these coastal pools are tide-dependent and can be dangerous during high swell, as evidenced by a rogue wave that soaked them near the shore.18:08 Future plans include renting a car for 50 euros to visit Pico Alto and additional inland waterfalls.31:16 The crew emphasizes that while island living requires adjusting to smaller selections and higher costs for imported goods, the lifestyle remains manageable and rewarding.
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