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Explore Boat Rentals in San Mateo, CA (San Francisco Bay area)

Boatsetter Team · Dec 22, 2017 · Updated Nov 3, 2023

Don’t let the technology of Silicon Valley fool you. The area surrounding San Mateo offers up a wealth of nature, outdoor and water-based activities. With assistance from the scenic Pacific [...]

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Spotlight on Key West Boat Rentals and Yacht Charters

Boatsetter Team · Dec 22, 2017 · Updated Aug 17, 2023

Located at the tip of Florida’s Key chain, Key West’s island atmosphere, laid back attitude and nautical location make it the perfect destination for boating, fishing and water sports enthusiasts. [...]

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How to be a Five Star Boat Rental Captain

Boatsetter Team · Dec 22, 2017 · Updated Jun 27, 2024

Boat captains have found a whole new career option with the emergence of the sharing economy and boat sharing. In the same way that Uber has created a new gig [...]

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Cruise the Intracoastal Waterway and more with Melbourne Florida boat rentals

Boatsetter Team · Dec 22, 2017 · Updated Dec 1, 2023

Located along the beautiful Atlantic shores of the Sunshine State, Melbourne is a prime vacation destination for those who enjoy the water. Its south Florida location offers several scenic waterways [...]

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Florida senate approves new boating law, drops anchor on governor’s desk

Boatsetter Team · Dec 22, 2017 · Updated Jan 18, 2022

MIAMI – The leadership at Boatsetter, a peer-to-peer boat sharing company, announced their support Thursday for a new boating law, which was approved by the Florida senate Wednesday in a [...]

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Top 10 Tips for Your First Boat Rental

Boatsetter Team · Dec 22, 2017 · Updated Sep 1, 2023

If boating is your goal but you’ve never tried it, these ten tips will get you started. Jump ahead to #1 and you’ll find our most important tip: the best [...]

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Boatsetter Spring Break Boat Rentals

How To Have An Unforgettable Spring Break On A College Budget

Boatsetter Team · Dec 22, 2017 · Updated May 20, 2022

With millions of college students set to begin spring break, Boatsetter, an international peer-to-peer boat rental service, is urging spring breakers to consider spending more time on the water during [...]

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Boatsetter, Make-A-Wish® and Former Miami Dolphin, Jason Taylor help make wishes come true out on the water.

Boatsetter Team · Dec 22, 2017 · Updated Jan 18, 2022

The Boatsetter team recently joined Jason Taylor and the Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida to spread some boating cheer in the life of a young person with a serious illness. Just before [...]

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Experience St.John Boat Rentals and Yacht Charters

Boatsetter Team · Dec 22, 2017 · Updated Jan 12, 2022

Part of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. John is filled with lush green mountains, turquoise-toned water, colorful coral reefs and swaying palm trees. Spend the day snorkeling and swimming in [...]

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Pros and Cons of Marina Boat Rentals

Boatsetter Team · Dec 22, 2017 · Updated Jan 18, 2022

Like anything in life, there are both advantages and disadvantages to marina boat rentals. If you don’t own a boat, and don’t have the means or desire to purchase one, [...]

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Best Small Boats to Rent or Buy in 2016

Boatsetter Team · Dec 19, 2017 · Updated Jul 24, 2023

Are you in the market to buy or rent a boat? There are nearly as many styles and types of boats as there are fish in the sea. Whether your [...]

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Boatsetter sets sail with Make-A-Wish® & Former Miami Dolphin, Jason Taylor.

Boatsetter Team · Dec 19, 2017 · Updated Jan 18, 2022

The Boatsetter team recently joined Jason Taylor and the Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida to spread some boating cheer in the life of a young person with a serious illness. Just before [...]

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