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6 Best Places to Spend New Year’s Eve on a Boat
When it comes to New Year’s Eve celebrations, lots of people head to hotels and restaurants for big parties. While those events can be a lot of fun, we respectfully [...]
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2023 Holiday Gifts Every Boater Will Love
’Tis the season to be giving, and there’s nothing better to give a boater than a present they can use to enhance their time out on the water all year [...]
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5 Best Beaches in Melbourne, Florida
· Nov 13, 2023 · Updated Dec 1, 2023 Whether you’re a local seeking a weekend escape, or a visitor craving the perfect sun-soaked coastal experience, Melbourne’s beaches offer a true slice of paradise. Experience some of the best [...]
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Melbourne, Florida Boating Guide
· Nov 8, 2023 · Updated Dec 1, 2023 Whether you’re a seasoned sailor, a passionate angler, or a novice looking to embark on aquatic adventures, Melbourne, Florida has it all. This quiet boating town is the perfect escape [...]
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6 Best Holiday Destinations in the US
· Nov 8, 2023 · Updated Dec 1, 2023 If the holiday season has you dreaming of the festive atmosphere, ornamented coastal towns, and allure of some place new, then you’re in good company. Thankfully, the United States offers [...]
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2025 Black Friday Gift Guide for Boaters
November means two things in the boating world: cooler air and hot deals. As Black Friday approaches, savvy guests know it’s the perfect time to plan their next day on [...]
Read moreWhat Is Blue Friday?
· Nov 7, 2023 · Updated Nov 24, 2023 Blue Friday is THE annual sales event for boating buffs, travel lovers, adventurers, etc! On November 21st, you can redeem 10% OFF their next boat trip by using promo code: [...]
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10 Best Winter-Sun Destinations in the U.S.
· Nov 6, 2023 · Updated Oct 31, 2024 While parts of the country are already experiencing cold fronts, there are coastal havens and desert oases remain bathed in golden sunshine. These winter sun destinations — from Hawaii’s volcanic shores [...]
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Understanding the Basics: Boating Licenses
According to the United States Power Squadrons, unless you live or go boating in Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Maine, South Dakota or Wyoming, you might fall into the category of people [...]
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South Florida Local Boating Guide
· Oct 29, 2023 · Updated May 19, 2024 We all know Florida as the “Sunshine State”, and this summer, things are only heating up. With so much water surrounding this U.S. peninsula, there are boating opportunities abound. From [...]
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Best Boating Lakes in Florida
· Oct 27, 2023 · Updated Jul 21, 2024 With a choice of over 30,000 lakes, Florida is the place to be if you want to find one perfect for boating. Pair that with a climate suitable for boating, [...]
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Ding, Ding, Ding: Small Catamarans vs. Pontoon Boats
Both small power catamarans and pontoon boats are often called multihulls, but, depending on the day on the water you have planned for yourself, one will ultimately be better than [...]
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