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An Angler’s Journey Chasing the World’s Fastest Fish

Enrique Calderas · Apr 24, 2025

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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Top International Destinations to Visit this Year and Why You Should See Them by Boat

Boatsetter Team · Apr 21, 2025 · Updated Apr 22, 2025

Whether you’re planning a dreamy honeymoon, chasing your next adventure, or immerse yourself in local life, the best way to experience a destination might just be by water. A private [...]

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sea plane ascending from the waters during san fran fleet week

Best U.S. Air Shows to Watch in 2025

Boatsetter Team · Apr 16, 2025

There’s nothing like the rush of an air show: the rumble of jet engines, gravity-defying loops, and the kind of aerial stunts that stop you in your tracks. And while [...]

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Boatsetter Becomes the Official Boat Rental Partner of Hilton Grand Vacations

Boatsetter Becomes the Preferred Boat Rental and On-the-Water Experiences Provider of Hilton Grand Vacations

Boatsetter Team · Apr 8, 2025 · Updated Apr 7, 2025

We’re excited to share that Boatsetter is now the preferred boat rental provider of Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV), adding a whole new layer of adventure and bespoke experiences to Hilton [...]

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First Responder Blog

Boatsetter Owners give back to first responders in L.A. and Tampa by providing free boat days

Boatsetter Team · Apr 8, 2025 · Updated Apr 7, 2025

Today, enabled by the generosity of our community, we’re announcing a program to host free boat days for first responders in Los Angeles and Tampa. The simple idea began with [...]

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Two boats on a sandbar.

The Boatsetter Owner Referral Program: Earn up to $500 for New Owners You Refer

Boatsetter Team · Apr 2, 2025 · Updated Dec 4, 2025

Know someone who would make a great Owner? Invite them to join the Boatsetter community and earn up to $500 when they complete their first booking with a Guest. Whether it’s [...]

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National Parks Accessible by Boat

National Parks Best Explored by Boat

Boatsetter Team · Mar 28, 2025 · Updated May 28, 2025

Across the United States 400+ acres of geographical wonders, there are over 4 million acres of water bodies. While you can see a lot by land, there’s no better way to [...]

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2025 Memorial Day Weekend Trends: Groups of five or more make up 90% of all MDW bookings indicating boating as a top activity for groups.

Memorial Day Weekend Trends: Groups Make Up 90% of Trips for the Long Weekend

Boatsetter Team · 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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Mexico Boating

This Mexican Destination is Perfect for Your Family Vacation: Day Itinerary in Cabo San Lucas

Boatsetter Team · Feb 27, 2025

Gather your loved ones and get ready to create lifelong memories on the stunning waters of Cabo San Lucas. Traveling to this sun-soaked destination is easy, with regular flights from [...]

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sailing lake michigan with captain Jim

How to Sail: A 20-Year Expert Shares How to Begin

Captain Jim · Feb 24, 2025 · Updated Mar 7, 2025

For veteran sailor and Captain Jim, sailing isn’t just a skill—it’s a lifelong passion that began with a childhood experiment involving an inflatable raft, two oars, and a beach towel. [...]

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Best Sandbars in Florida.

Anchors Down, Toes in the Sand: Florida’s Most Enchanting Sandbars

Boatsetter Team · Feb 24, 2025

If you crave a day where the horizon stretches endlessly, the water glows a translucent turquoise, and the only footprints in the sand are the ones you leave behind, then [...]

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Florida’s Top 10 Boating Cities for Spring: Newly Released Data from Boatsetter

Boatsetter Team · Feb 19, 2025

Spring is just around the corner, and Florida’s waterways are calling! As travelers plan their Spring Break and early-season escapes, Boatsetter has analyzed proprietary booking data to highlight the Sunshine [...]

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