Column-Logbook for the Algemeen Dagblad
March 23, 2011
Translation for Zeilmeisje Laura Dekker on Facebook
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Each week in her column-logbook for the Algemeen Dagblad Laura Dekker will relate her journey around the world aboard her sailboat Guppy on her attempt to become the world's youngest circumnavigator.
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It feels like stepping into a tourist guide


White sandy beaches, palm trees, a brightly shining sun and an azure colored sea. To me it is just like stepping into a tourist guide. The San Blas Islands are so incredibly beautiful. Yesterday there was a barbecue on one of the islands for all sailors at anchor, like me. I met many nice people here even Abby Sunderland neighboors. Last year Abby was sailing non-stop around the world going for the youngest to do so at sixteen. A really heavy storm in the middle ofIndian Ocean had her abandon her journey. In the past days I have gathered some useful information on Panama where I will be in a a few days. I am very curious as to how much time it will take to go through. My parents waited three weeks passing through with their yacht. I contacted the Dutch embassy but I would be surprised if they can do anything to help me now. In the Panama Canal cargos are privileged so as a yacht you go just go behind. So I guess I'll just have to be patient. Crossing the Pacific Ocean I'll makejust a few stops. As I get to Australia I will see my father again, more than half a year ago since...

Laura