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It always rains out there

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A group of people on an ocean cruise in the Canary Islands experienced severe water shortage. They were constantly reassured by the boat's owner that they could get fresh water from rain, but they were forced to survive on a short supply of water and their stores of Spanish wine.

Author: Gush, Jack
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1995

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Cast in Shackleton's shadow

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Information regarding the attempt to break Sir Ernest Schackleton's 700-mile ocean journey is provided. The attempt was unsuccessful due to a sudden shift in the wind.

Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1997
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