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30123 – 22.01.203 – Yesterday we arrived in Dominica

Yesterday we arrived in Dominica at around 12pm. We are surrounded by green hills topped with clouds and beautiful blue sea. The land looks so amazing from out here, and we all can’t wait to get ashore to explore it more.    Just as everyone was getting into their new watch schedules,…...

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30123 – 21.01.2023 – first whale spotting of semester 2

Yesterday was our second day of sailing in semester 2! The weather was great, so most floaties were up on deck, many spending the day in hammocks. We also had our first whale spotting of semester 2! In the evening we spotted Guadeloupe and a few other neighbouring islands. At…...

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30123 – 20.01.2023 – First day at sea for all the new floaties

First day at sea for all the new floaties. Some saw some whales and dolphins so it’s a good way to start the trip. Not too many are sea sick…. Thank the lord. There are rumours that we will be seeing sperm whales after Dominica, I bet you parents are jealous.…...

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30123 – 19.01.2023 – a great start to the amazing adventure

Yesterday, we woke up, had a great breakfast, and got prepared to start the day. In the morning, the new floaties had sail training and the rest of us had cleaning up to do. After lunch, everyone loaded the ship and Seb and Lauren organised the orientation presentation with the…...

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35522 – 08.01.2023 – preparation for the semester break

On January 7th, students wrote their pre-calculus, global history, and biology exams. In the evening, students began packing their seabags in preparation for the semester break. Students reported feelings of excitement to see their family and friends, and to rest up before starting their new courses. Time: 08:00 Date: Sunday…...

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35522 – 07.01.2023 – We are currently anchored off the coast of Barbados

We are currently anchored off the coast of Barbados and in the past few days floaties have been studying and crushing their finals exams. For some lucky floaties, the exams are done, the packing has started and the vibes are good. Only four days left until our semester break let’s…...

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35522 – 06.01.2023 – see you soon

Hello!! Yesterday afternoon marked the start of final exams. Students are studying really hard in the mess! Four more sunsets until the end of semester one and being on land again 🙂 see you soon mom and dad!! -Ellie   Sailing info: Time: 0800 UTC-4 Date: 06/01/2023 Latitude: 13 deg…...

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35522 – 05.01.2023 – Yesterday was the day before exams

Yesterday was the day before exams and tensions are rising. Everyone did their final study sessions and reviews as we prepare to anchor in Barbados today. As we approach Barbados, we also approach the end of the semester. Many watches had their final day watch of semester 1 yesterday. Watch…...

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35522 – 04.01.2023 – Sophia’s Daily Update

Sophia’s Daily Update   Yesterday marked one week until the semester break, which means two things. Excitement about the break and lots of nerves about exams coming up very soon.    The day started with classes like normal, although lots of classes have now become study periods or work periods. These study…...

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35522 – 03.01.2023 – Die zwei Schwestern

Tagesbericht Heute eine kleine Geschichte aus der Maschine. Wir sind zwei Schwestern, die ihre Arbeit in aller Stille erledigen. Wir haben die Aufgabe, das Frischwasser von den Tanks in den Druckbehälter zu pumpen, damit überall wo benötigt Frischwasser zur Verfügung steht. Einmal am Tag kommt der Maschinist zu uns und…...

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