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Top 5 Cities to Celebrate Fourth of July in South Florida
· Jun 3, 2024 With over 550 beaches in South Florida alone, there is no shortage of places to celebrate this Fourth of July. Find unique boats at any one of these top destinations [...]
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Introducing Boat Managers
· May 31, 2024 · Updated May 21, 2024 Boat Managers support Owners by messaging with Guests about their trip, meeting up with them at the dock, and overall ensuring a smooth experience. Your Boat Manager will Edit boat [...]
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7 Best Beaches near Mobile, Alabama
· May 29, 2024 Mobile, Alabama is a southern stronghold and coastal gem nestled along the Gulf of Mexico. This bay city’s unique blend of historical charm, vibrant culture, and thriving port make it [...]
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The Best Waterside Pride Celebrations in the US
· May 22, 2024 During June in the US, we will celebrate the beginning of summer, Juneteenth, and Pride, a month-long celebration of LGBTQ+ individuals. Several waterfront cities have Pride events this June and [...]
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Boatsetter Launches New, Limited-Time Summer Collection, Marking Another Milestone in Company’s Experience-First Mission
· May 15, 2024 · Updated Aug 6, 2026 Miami, FL – April 24, 2024 – Boatsetter, the leading mobile app for boat rentals, charters, and on-the-water experiences, is excited to announce the debut of its Summer Collection. This [...]
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Night Boating: 10 Tips for Staying Out after Dark
Boating at night can be a fascinating and memorable experience, but it doesn’t come without some challenges. Visibility is reduced, it’s hard to judge distances, and it gets colder at [...]
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Best Marine and Boating Navigation Apps
For almost everything you do today, there’s an app that will support, enhance or complement that activity. Recreational boating is no exception, and there are dozens of boating apps to [...]
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7 Best Boating Safety Tips for Summer Fun
Leading up to Memorial Day weekend, boat owners around the country fervently count down the days ‘til they hit the launch ramp or the dock. The unofficial start of summer [...]
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How to Pull a Tube Behind a Boat Safely
Like many water activities, tubing behind a boat is so much fun. Still, we shouldn’t get too carried away and ignore safety tips. An injury while tubing can ruin your [...]
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Florida Boating Safety Act of 2022 (SB 606), Effective as of Jan. 1, 2023
· May 13, 2024 · Updated May 20, 2024 Editor’s Note: The Boatsetter team is actively monitoring news and updates regarding SB 606. As we learn more information from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), we’ll share [...]
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New Boater Demand Soars Ahead of National Safe Boating Week 2024
· May 8, 2024 Boatsetter Captain Network Delivers Over $1 Million in Captain Payouts in 2023, as Company Shares Insights on +50% Growth in Captained Boating Experiences Miami, FL – May 8, 2024 – [...]
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Memorial Day Sail: Trending Destinations & Unique Boats for an Epic Long Weekend
· May 6, 2024 · Updated May 23, 2024 Some of the favorite things to do for Memorial Day include cooking, gathering with friends and family, fun outdoor activities. Still wondering what to do this Memorial Day weekend? How [...]
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