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7 Surprising Trends in Boating — What South Florida Bookers Are Doing This Year

Boatsetter Team · Sep 8, 2025

If you think boating in South Florida is all about flashy yachts and big fishing charters, think again. Boatsetter’s booking data reveals that boaters in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and the [...]

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The 9 Most Popular Routes & Destinations for Boating in South Florida

Boatsetter Team · Sep 8, 2025

From Miami’s shimmering skyline to the turquoise waters of the Keys, South Florida is a dreamscape for boaters. Whether you’re a local looking for a quick sandbar run or a [...]

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South Florida’s 10 Favorite Water Activities — According to Boatsetter Bookings

Boatsetter Team · Sep 3, 2025 · Updated Feb 18, 2026

South Florida doesn’t just set the stage for sunny vacations — it’s where boating becomes a lifestyle. With 46% of all Boatsetter bookings happening in Miami and Fort Lauderdale alone, [...]

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East Coast vs. West Coast: Where’s the Best Place to Boat?

Boatsetter Team · Sep 3, 2025

The ultimate coastal showdown It’s a rivalry as old as time — East Coast vs. West Coast. One serves up sandbars and skyline views, the other dishes out sunsets and [...]

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Fall Foliage 2025 Forecast Calls for Early Color, Captains Unlock Peak Views

Boatsetter Team · Aug 27, 2025 · Updated Aug 28, 2025

Key takeaways Yankee Magazine’s official New England 2025 fall foliage report predicts an early leaf-peeping season, with colors expected to arrive as soon as mid-September. Online interest is surging: the [...]

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The Guy Behind Boatsetter’s Luxury Charter Experiences in Anguilla and St. Martin

Jacob Colburn · Aug 21, 2025

Boatsetter is made up of people who don’t just work in boating, but live it. Like Jacob Colburn, the Senior Sales Manager on the Global team. From wakeboarding wipeouts as [...]

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Your Labor Day Weekend Boat Day May Come with a Surprise, If You Book With Boatsetter

Boatsetter Team · Aug 21, 2025

Key takeaways Boatsetter surprises Guests with Labor Day boat day bonuses such as fun water toys, extra time on the water, and more. Millennials and Gen Z make up nearly [...]

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Boatsetter Reveals Biggest Reason for Booking: Family Time

Boatsetter Team · Aug 1, 2025

Key takeaways  A recent Boatsetter survey revealed family time as the top reason for booking, highlighting boating and on-the-water activities as the preferred activity. Families are reimagining what quality looks [...]

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U.S. Destination Dupes That Feel Like a European Vacation

Boatsetter Team · Jul 9, 2025

Dreaming of a European vacation without the jet lag or price tag? From the Mediterranean charm of Catalina Island to the Greek flavors of Tarpon Springs, these U.S. destinations deliver [...]

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Boatsetter Reveal top Memorial Day Weekend Tredn is that groups are takign to the water as the best way to celebrate the holiday.

6 Epic U.S. Boat Trips Worth Planning

Boatsetter Team · Jul 1, 2025 · Updated Jan 7, 2026

Looking for a unique way to explore the U.S. in 2026? From hidden islands to legendary waterways, discover nine unforgettable water adventures perfect for weekend trips, stateside exploration, or bucket-list [...]

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Boating is the ultimate staycation hack

Boating Is the Ultimate Staycation Hack. Here’s Why

Boatsetter Team · Jun 16, 2025 · Updated Jun 17, 2025

You don’t need a passport stamp or a packed suitcase to feel like you’ve escaped. Sometimes, the best adventure is waiting right outside your front door and there’s no better [...]

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From Idle to Iconic: The Last Frontier of the Sharing Economy Is on the Water

Boatsetter Team · May 27, 2025

“Invest in a 401(k) and don’t buy a boat” is the kind of financial advice many Americans have grown up with. And while one part still holds true, the other [...]

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