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4 Tips for Completing the Check-In Check-Out Process with Your Boat Renters
· Jan 19, 2023 · Updated Feb 14, 2023 If you’re a Florida boat owner (or rental operator), you may have heard about the latest boating law: the Boating Safety Act of 2022 (SB606). If you haven’t, take a [...]
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5 Best Ocean Boats
When it comes to figuring out what type of craft is considered a top ocean boat, it’s important to always remember that ocean conditions vary widely and there will never [...]
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Yacht Week: A Beginner’s Guide
If you could sail, swim, and celebrate on repeat each day for a week until you’re happily exhausted, you’d do it, wouldn’t you? Well, boating has just the event for [...]
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5 Best Cocoa Beach Waterfront Restaurants
· Jan 17, 2023 · Updated Jun 27, 2024 About an hour east of Orlando lies Cocoa Beach, Florida. This pocket of paradise is a unique destination for surfing, sports, and sun-kissed fun. Before you’re ready to dock and [...]
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5 Best Anna Maria Island Restaurants on the Water
· Jan 17, 2023 Just across Palma Sola Bay, you’ll find the white beaches, blue waters, and salty air of Anna Maria Island. To make your barrier island escape perfect, you’ll probably need a [...]
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5 Best Fort Walton Beach Waterfront Restaurants
· Jan 17, 2023 Tucked along Florida’s Emerald Coast, you’ll find the hidden gem of Fort Walton Beach. Fort Walton Beach is a calm, family-friendly vacation spot with many foodie opportunities. Here’s our guide [...]
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Top 7 Islamorada Snorkeling Spots
· Jan 17, 2023 Islamorada is a stunning key in the central area of the Florida Keys and one of the best places in the United States. You’ll find incredible coral reefs, some of [...]
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Top 10 Sailing Destinations to Explore in 2026
Making a top 10 list of sailing destinations is tricky because how do you limit yourself to just 10? Whether you’re looking for a self-drive bareboat, a fully crewed luxury [...]
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Who Is Responsible for Avoiding a Collision on the Water?
One of the most dangerous, and expensive, situations for boaters is a collision with another object— especially with another vessel. While fiberglass and aluminum can be repaired, physical injuries caused [...]
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5 Best Liveaboard Boats
Want to live aboard a boat? Maybe you’re looking for more affordable waterfront living, or an alternative lifestyle – either way – living on a boat has many rewards. That [...]
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Seattle Boat Show 2023 Preview
“It’s a must-visit event for maritime lovers in the Pacific Northwest.” – Boatsetter Expert Produced by the Northwest Marine Trade Association, the Seattle Boat Show is the premier boating event [...]
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Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show 2023 Preview
The Miami boat show (now known as The Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show) is a premier event in South Florida and boaters come from all over the country and [...]
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