Now we are one step closer to our dream. Faster than expected, we have signed on the purchase contract for a 17:02:05 Amel Sharki. But first things first.
End of January 05 I discover an advertisement on the homepage of TO, Trans-Ocean, Association for the Advancement of deep-sea sailing. An Amel Sharki with mooring Jesolo Italy is offered. Quickly do I contact with the seller and we will receive a CD with 180 actual photos. Time and again these are just least looked at and studied. Following the descriptions, plans, photographs and the many other investigations, this could really be a suitable vessel for our plans.
We make an appointment in mid-February and are looking forward to the huge old lady.
Full of expectation, we drive to Venice. In Marina di Jesolo, we can see the Whisper and the same may also dwell on it. Everything goes very fast. The ship makes us a well-maintained, good impression. After a thorough examination and a great test drive, we have both decided to buy this ship.

Now we need to rewrite the flag on the stage.

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