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Jessica Watson's journey begins

 20/10/2009 2:34:00 PM, Prev Next Teenager Jessica Watson has finally set sail aboard her yacht Ella’s Pink Lady in her quest to sail solo around the world in just eight months. The 16-year-old from Queensland wants to become the youngest person to sail single-handedly around the globe.


Jessica is said to be extremely excited that she is able to embark, despite the Queensland government raising concerns about her journey and calling for her to abandon it. Jessica will sail first to New Zealand, continue on across the Pacific Ocean to Fiji and Samoa, then head to South America on her way to South Africa.

Jessica’s desire to sail around the world solo is both very brave and admirable, especially at such a young age.

Do you think Jessica is too young to take on such a hazardous voyage? How would you feel if your child wanted to embark on the same journey? Let us know your thoughts.

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