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Guides, tips, and stories for life on the water


Sanibel Island Restaurants.

4 Best Sanibel Island Restaurants on the Water

Boatsetter Team · Feb 14, 2023

Sanibel Island is known as the best shelling beach in the world. Between unmatched sunrise and sunset views, sea turtle nests, and fun activities like kayaking, biking, and wildlife preserves, [...]

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How to Anchor at the Beach.

Beaching a Boat: How to Anchor on a Sandbar

Lenny Rudow · Feb 13, 2023 · Updated Nov 3, 2023

Knowing how to anchor a boat at the beach will come in handy when the desire strikes to laze near the shore of a deserted beach or join a sandbar [...]

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Destin, FL Boating Guide.

Destin, FL Boating Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Boatsetter Team · Feb 13, 2023

If you want a great summer near the water, consider boating in Destin, Florida, a beautiful coastal town with simmering waters. If you are planning on driving the boat in Destin, [...]

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Romantic Boat Ride in Fort Lauderdale.

Romantic Boat Ride in Fort Lauderdale

Boatsetter Team · Feb 13, 2023

Fort Lauderdale is a beautiful city with its Venice-like waterways and pristine beaches; you can’t go wrong setting your romantic boat ride here. We’ve got various love boats for you [...]

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Caladesi Island Boating Guide.

Caladesi Island Boating Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Boatsetter Team · Feb 13, 2023

Nestled just off the coast of Clearwater Beach in Florida, you’ll find Caladesi Island, a picturesque barrier island perfect for boaters and water travelers. Check out our Caladesi Island Boating [...]

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Date Night on a Boat.

7 Tips for Planning Date Night on a Boat

Kim Kavin · Feb 11, 2023 · Updated Aug 17, 2023

Sure, you can go to a restaurant that’s packed with other couples, where you feel rushed through the main course because there’s another seating scheduled to start in an hour. [...]

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What is Deep Sea Fishing?

What is Deep Sea Fishing? Understanding the Basics

Lenny Rudow · Feb 8, 2023 · Updated Feb 13, 2023

Deep Sea fishing captivates the imagination of countless anglers, and it’s no wonder why — when you’re out in the ocean miles from land, there’s no telling what sort of [...]

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African American Sailors & Fishermen Throughout History

African American Sailors & Anglers Throughout History

Boatsetter Team · Feb 1, 2023 · Updated Feb 14, 2023

African American sailors and anglers have made a mark on history, and many who did also made their mark on the crews with whom they served. The feats they accomplished, [...]

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Digital check in and check out

4 Tips for Completing the Check-In Check-Out Process with Your Boat Renters

Boatsetter Team · Jan 19, 2023 · Updated Feb 14, 2023

If you’re a Florida boat owner (or rental operator), you may have heard about the latest boating law: the Boating Safety Act of 2022 (SB606). If you haven’t, take a [...]

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Sailing Boats

5 Best Ocean Boats

Lenny Rudow · Jan 19, 2023

When it comes to figuring out what type of craft is considered a top ocean boat, it’s important to always remember that ocean conditions vary widely and there will never [...]

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yacht week beginners guide

Yacht Week: A Beginner’s Guide 

Diane Byrne · Jan 18, 2023

If you could sail, swim, and celebrate on repeat each day for a week until you’re happily exhausted, you’d do it, wouldn’t you? Well, boating has just the event for [...]

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Cocoa Beach Waterfront Restaurants.

5 Best Cocoa Beach Waterfront Restaurants

Boatsetter Team · Jan 17, 2023 · Updated Jun 27, 2024

About an hour east of Orlando lies Cocoa Beach, Florida. This pocket of paradise is a unique destination for surfing, sports, and sun-kissed fun. Before you’re ready to dock and [...]

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