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Boatsetter Reveals Biggest Reason for Booking: Family Time
· 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
· 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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6 Epic U.S. Boat Trips Worth Planning
· 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. Here’s Why
· 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
· 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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2025 Summer Travel Trends: The Season of Spontaneous Water Adventures
· May 19, 2025 · Updated Sep 24, 2025 Key takeaways Americans are embracing transformative experiences close to home, with boating becoming a top choice for meaningful domestic getaways (1). Groups are booking spontaneous water adventures, thanks to ready-to-go [...]
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50 OOO Messages to Get Out of Work & On the Water
· May 16, 2025 · Updated May 29, 2025 National Sorry I Was on a Boat Day is June 5 but honestly, we’re celebrating every Friday until Labor Day weekend. Because when 70% of boats come with a cooler [...]
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Major Boating Events to Look Forward to in 2025
· May 16, 2025 · Updated Jun 23, 2025 Stargazers in New York can start the new year watching planetary parades. Seven hundred pirates will invade Tampa Bay in what is known as the most unique outdoor celebration in [...]
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An Angler’s Journey Chasing the World’s Fastest Fish
The son of ocean-loving parents, Enrique Calderas has been boating since he was just one month old. What friends and his wife call an obsession, Enrique describes as a deep [...]
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Memorial Day Weekend Trends: Groups Make Up 90% of Trips for the Long Weekend
· Mar 19, 2025 · Updated Sep 24, 2025 Key takeaways Groups of five or more account for 90% of all Memorial Day Weekend bookings.(1). Searches for boat trips in beach destinations have surged 148% year-over-year (2). Industry [...]
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Best Places to Explore by Boat this March
· Feb 14, 2025 · Updated Mar 5, 2025 Time to shake off winter and get back on the water. March kicks off with the 98th Bacardi Regatta in Miami, drawing world-class sailors to Biscayne Bay, while along the [...]
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Nature Getaways: 2-Hour Boating Itineraries
· Feb 6, 2025 Nature’s best doesn’t require a full-day commitment. Whether it’s spotting manatees and dolphins in Biscayne Bay, exploring Lake Austin’s hidden coves, or catching gray whales off San Diego’s coast – [...]
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