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    Holiday Charter Bliss: Escape The Crowds In Belize

    Zuzana Prochazka

    Cruising the blue waters and white sands of this Central American country provides tired travelers a respite from holiday music and Christmas crowds. …Read More

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    Tying Up Boats: Mooring Basics

    Gary Reich

    Do you know how to properly moor your boat? Here's everything you need to know about lines, cleats, slips, and berths. …Read More

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    Towing a Boat on the Water

    Brett Becker

    There's more than one might think to towing a boat on the water but breakdowns happen. Be ready to tow a boat in case professionals aren't available. …Read More

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    Top 12 Family Summer Boating Destinations In The U.S.

    Liza McVinney

    With summer in full swing, it's the perfect time to take your family on a boating adventure. Here are our top destination choices. …Read More

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    BoatUS Foundation Launches $7.5M Abandoned Vessels Cleanup Grant

    Ryan McVinney

    BoatUS Foundation's $7.5 million grant program aims to transform U.S. waterways by removing abandoned vessels, benefiting the environment and local communities. …Read More

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    Nautical Flags and Their Meanings

    Kim Kavin

    There are 26 international maritime signal flags, and each of these nautical flags have a different meaning depending on how it is being used. …Read More

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    Sailing Terms: Sailboat Types, Rigs, Uses, and Definitions

    Carol Cronin

    The term "sailboat" includes many different sizes, shapes, and hull types. Here's how to identify most of the common ones. …Read More

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    An Offshore Racing Primer, From Thunder On Cocoa Beach

    Marilyn DeMartini

    After years in offshore powerboat racing promotion, Marilyn DeMartini covers high performance boats and events like Thunder on Cocoa Beach, detailing the sport's complexities and evolution. …Read More

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    Boat Motors: Outboards, Inboards, Pod Drives, Stern Drives, and Jets

    Lenny Rudow

    Modern technology has changed inboards, outboards, stern drives, and jets, and added pod drives to the list. But, what sort of boat engine is right for you? …Read More

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    World's Largest Yacht Lifts

    Ryan McVinney

    Rounding up the biggest yacht lifts in the world used to launch and maintain the world's largest superyachts. …Read More

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