From the rugged peaks and evergreen forests of the Cascades and Mount Rainier to the parks and waterways of Puget Sound, Seattle offers a wide variety of unique sites, outdoor recreation and cultural attractions. While it’s commonly known as a tech headquarters (hello, Amazon, Microsoft and Google), it has
One of the most stressful parts of a boater’s life (besides those annual insurance and maintenance bills, of course) is the boat ramp scene. Lots of bystanders and other vehicles can equal anxiety in even the most seasoned boater. Backing up a truck or SUV is hard enough without
The southern coast of Alabama features the sparkling blue waves and flame-fringed sunsets of the Gulf of Mexico. Combine that with small town charm and a laid-back attitude, and you’ve got the perfect beachfront boating getaway. Located in Baldwin County, Gulf Shores has been named among the
Flapping ears, flopping tongue and a smiling face … I can’t think of anything much more adorable than a happy pup enjoying a day on the water. Four-legged friends love a day out on the boat just like the rest of us. Maybe more since they don’t have
If you’re looking for shopping, dining, family-friendly entertainment and a boatload of attractions in a beach-front setting, Myrtle Beach has got you covered. This 60-mile stretch of beach-front property, known as the Grand Strand, sits along the Atlantic Ocean between Ocean Isle Beach to the
We all want to save some dough by reducing the amount of fuel we use, whether it’s in our car or on a boat. While slowing down and minimizing mileage are probably the two most obvious ways (both with cars and with boats), boats have a tricky element when
Huntington Beach, nicknamed Surf City USA, is popular for its perfect Pacific waves, golden sunsets and the iconic surf culture of the ‘60s. The city sits along Southern California’s Pacific Ocean in Orange County, just south of Los Angeles and north of San Diego. The area is within easy
Bordered by the San Sebastian River, the Matanzas River and the Atlantic Ocean, the charming city of St. Augustine is within easy access to boat slips and private docks for rent. It’s located along the northeast coast of Florida, just south of Jacksonville and north of Daytona Beach. Beach
When you own a boat, chances are you’re going to acquire lots of friends and family members who want to spend the day out on the lake, river or bay. What better way to spend time, and get a little exercise, than with some waterskiing or wakeboarding action. The
With the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Banana River to the west, Cocoa Beach is a prime destination for boaters, water lovers and surf enthusiasts. The coastal town is the hometown, and current home, of professional surfer Kelly Slater. You can even get a selfie with the local
With all the technical aspects of boat usage, it’s easy to assume that the anchor is one of the more basic of aquatic apparatuses. After all, you toss it in. It’s heavy, so it says put. Well, if you’ve been boating for longer than two minutes, you
Don’t you just love a good insurance commercial? From Ratt and aunt problems to talking reptiles, celebrity spokesmen, blazing she-sheds and all sorts of other mayhem, ad agencies have put an entertaining spin on the rather dry topic of insurance coverage. Our cars, homes and health can all