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Boating Under the Influence Prevention: Book a Captain & Celebrate Safety
· Apr 28, 2025 Spending a day on the water with your crew is a summer must but boating under the influence (BUI) can turn a celebration into a serious safety risk. Across the [...]
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Fishing Safety Guide: Gear, Regulations, and Best Practices
Whether you’re casting from shore or renting a boat for the day, a little extra caution goes a long way. Especially around sharp hooks, powerful fish, and moving boats. This [...]
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Jet Ski Safety Guide, Plus Round Up of Top-Rated Courses
Jet skis are one of the most exciting ways to explore the water, but a little preparation goes a long way. Whether you’re driving or riding as a passenger, following [...]
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An Angler’s Journey Chasing the World’s Fastest Fish
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
· 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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Best U.S. Air Shows to Watch in 2025
· 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 Preferred Boat Rental and On-the-Water Experiences Provider of Hilton Grand Vacations
· 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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Boatsetter Owners give back to first responders in L.A. and Tampa by providing free boat days
· 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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The Boatsetter Owner Referral Program: Earn up to $500 for New Owners You Refer
· 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 Best Explored by Boat
· 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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Memorial Day Weekend Trends: Groups Make Up 90% of Trips for the Long Weekend
· 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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This Mexican Destination is Perfect for Your Family Vacation: Day Itinerary in Cabo San Lucas
· 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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