Today, we’re going to talk about float plans. No, we don’t mean your weekend goal of lounging on a plastic tube at the lake all day. We’re talking about keeping a detailed list (itinerary, if you will) of all the when, where, who and what aspects of
Whether it’s deep-sea fishing charters, snorkeling and diving adventuress or just enjoying the tropical scenery of palm trees and crystal clear water, a day on the Florida Keys waterways is a trip to paradise. All this activity is bound to make a person hungry for some good seafood, or,
Located along Virginia's Eastern Shore, between Newport News and Corolla, North Carolina, Virginia Beach features a sandy shoreline filled with all sorts of water and land-based activities. From watersports, dolphin and whale-watching tours and charter fishing trips to museums, aquariums and local attractions, there’s a little bit
Every year hundreds of boaters leave U.S. waters in search of the tropical waves, stunning sunsets and friendly locals of the Bahamas. Add in palm trees, mojitos and daiquiris, colonial architecture and diving, snorkeling and swimming among shipwrecks and underwater statues, and you’ve got the setting for a
Located in southern Connecticut, between Greenwich and Norwalk, Stamford has a rich maritime history that carries on today with yachting, distance racing and offshore events. The city sits along Stamford Harbor and Long Island Sound where visitors can enjoy the perks of yacht clubs, marinas and private boat docks for
Your boat trailer is your best friend when it comes to transporting your boat from home to a marina or private boat slip rental and launching and retrieving at the ramp. A boat trailer can handle a little rust, but if the tires are flat, cracked or otherwise impaired, you’
Located south of San Antonio and just across the causeway from Padre and Mustang Islands, Corpus Christi sits on a beautiful slice of land along the Gulf of Mexico. Corpus Christi Bay and Nueces Bay add to the water-based activities and private boat dock rentals that can be found in
If you’ve ever spent long amounts of time out on the water, or are boating with kids on board (especially with kids on board), you’ll know how beneficial having a toilet on board the boat can be. It’s a major convenience factor, as you won’t have
Located along the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago offers boaters a bundle of historic sites, cultural attractions and other adventurous activities. Visit world-class art and history museums, city parks, urban beaches, sculpture gardens and the iconic architecture of skyscrapers such as the John Hancock Tower, the Willis Tower and the
If ocean swells aren’t your thing (or even if they are and you just want a little variety), maybe it’s time to check out the backcountry and flats. Anglers who like a challenge head to the flats to catch tarpon, spotted trout, red drum and mangrove snapper. Today,
Located almost exactly between Myrtle Beach to the north and Hilton Head to the south, Charleston, South Carolina is a scenic destination for boaters, history buffs and fans of great Lowcountry cuisine. The Battery District and Waterfront Park overlook historic Charleston Harbor where the Ashley River and the Cooper River
One of the top ten boating destinations in the United States, Newport, Rhode Island is famous for its yachts, sailing regattas and stunning ocean views. It is the Ocean State, after all. Located on Aquidneck Island, Newport is popular with boaters and nature enthusiasts due to the proximity of the