So he decided to set sail solo from the Caribbean on an epic adventure
After setting off in June he reached Auckland s Gulf Harbour Marina on Thursday
When he passed a COVID-19 test he was allowed entry without isolation
A loving father has undertaken an epic solo sailing adventure around the world to be reunited with his seven-year-old son.
Dmitry Pelevin dropped anchor at Auckland s Gulf Harbour Marina on Thursday after travelling 7,000 nautical miles from the Carribean to New Zealand.
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The sailor was forced into the journey after getting stuck in France back in March due to COVID-19 flight cancellations.
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