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April 19, 2024 by Sailing Zingaro | Language: EN Play Time: 00:30:11 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
Sailing Zingaro Episode Transcript: Affordable Yacht Refits in the Caribbean
In this episode, we discuss our incredible yacht refit journey in the Caribbean, highlighting cost savings and essential maintenance work completed at a fraction of US prices.
Main Points:
- Marina Mansano: Our favorite Caribbean Marina for its affordable rates and quality yacht repair services.
- Cost Comparison: Yacht maintenance in the US vs. the Caribbean, showcasing significant cost differences (e.g., $125/hr in the US vs. $15-$25/day in the Caribbean).
- Services Provided: Detailed overview of the extensive work completed on our boat including painting, bottom maintenance, teak deck repairs, and more.
- Work Progress: Week-by-week updates on the progress made during the refit process.
- Favorable Conditions for Work: Discussion on the efficient work environment and expertise of local craftsmen in the Caribbean.
Episode Details:
We embarked on an extensive yacht refit at Marina Mansano, our go-to Caribbean marina known for its competitive rates and high-quality work. Initially focusing on exterior maintenance, we aimed to transform our blue boat into a sleek white yacht.
The Refit Process:
Starting with the top-side paint job and transitioning to hull bottom maintenance, the journey involved replacing old fixtures and hardware, revamping interior cabins, updating electronics, and addressing osmosis issues. Each phase of work was meticulously handled by a skilled crew of artisans in the Caribbean.
Cost Breakdown:
The entire refit process, including all listed services and more, cost us $5,000. In contrast, a similar job in the United States would easily exceed $10,000.
Conclusion:
We accomplished our goal of bringing the yacht into tip-top shape at an unbelievable price. The Caribbean’s skilled artisans offer unmatched value for boat owners seeking to enhance or maintain their vessels, making it a popular choice among sailors worldwide.
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This video compiles 30 work days, over 2000 man-hours, 12 gallons of paint, and 17M of sandpaper. (part 1/2).
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