Itineraries & Trip Planning
10 Stunning U.S. Beaches Perfect for a Boating Getaway This October
October is the sneaky-perfect boating month—warm days, golden sunsets, and wide-open beaches without summer chaos. Whether you’re fishing remote shores in the Outer Banks, lounging at Sarasota’s sandbars, or watching [...]
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A Fishing-First Road Trip Through the Florida Keys
There’s only one road into the Florida Keys, and once you’re on it, you’re hooked. From the moment you leave Miami and merge onto the Overseas Highway, the mainland fades [...]
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5 Boatsetter Experiences That Redefine Fun in Miami
Better on the Water: 5 Boatsetter Experiences That Redefine Fun in Miami Miami knows how to make a moment. The sunlight, the skyline, the way life naturally gravitates toward the [...]
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[2025] The Ultimate Key West Sandbar Guide
Dreaming of turquoise waters, soft white sand, and swaying palm trees without leaving the U.S.? A Key West sandbar trip is your answer. When you book with us, your boat [...]
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The Inside Scoop into the Largest In-Water Boat Show in the World
Key takeaways The 2024 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) drew over 100,000 attendees, featured 1,300 boats and 1,000 exhibitors, and generated a regional economic impact of $1.79 billion. Since [...]
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What’s Trending in Miami? Boatsetter Reveals the Most Booked Boats This Season
Miami has always been the capital of stylish boating — where clear turquoise waters meet world-class nightlife and sandbars buzzing with energy. But this season, Boatsetter’s booking data reveals exactly [...]
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7 Surprising Trends in Boating — What South Florida Bookers Are Doing This Year
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
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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The Ultimate Birthday Party Boat Guide
Key takeaways While the average birthday boat is booked 19 days in advance, the most common booking window is just a day before the party (1). A 2025 survey found [...]
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10 Most Haunted Lighthouses in the U.S.
Lighthouses are hands-down one of the creepiest places. They’re sites of great strife, mystery, and paranormal activity. Of course, one of the best ways to visit a lighthouse is as [...]
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Fall Foliage 2025 Forecast Calls for Early Color, Captains Unlock Peak Views
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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Your Labor Day Weekend Boat Day May Come with a Surprise, If You Book With Boatsetter
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
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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