One of the hardest parts about the global health crisis is that for many of us, it’s separated us from the people we love. Between canceled flights and stay-at- home orders, things are wildly different than what we’re used to. But when it comes to the safety of our community, it’s a must.
That said, there are certain loopholes that people have used, whether it’s inviting others to stay over permanently, or waiting two weeks at home without contact to try and ensure safety. Face masks have been an excellent way to block the virus. Or, you can simply do what 47-year-old Juan Manuel Ballestero did. And that is, sail overseas.
While many cruise ships have been flagged for the virus, Juan Manuel Ballestero stayed safe on his boat. He set out in mid-March from Portugal — right when things were starting up for the United States — and arrived in Argentina in 85 days. Living in Argentina is his 90-year-old father.
Obviously, he knew that the travel limitations would prevent him from seeing his dad. So, he took matters in his own hands and the two have since reunited.
Source : https://www.littlethings.com/heroic-sailor-traveled-portugal-argentina/