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Boats

Whether you’re fishing, waterskiing or just cruising through the open seas, boating provides a fun and relaxing escape. This Web guide can help you find a boat that fits your needs, get it in the water and help you do it safely.

Boat Reviews and Information

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Buying and Selling Boats

Buying a boat is a major investment that requires a lot of consideration and research. This section ... read more »

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Boating Associations

Avid boaters can benefit from joining a boating association for services like insurance, loans and towing, and to take advantage of member discounts. This section links to the most respected boating organizations in the U.S. and around the world.

Dulcinea's Insight

  • Not all states require boaters to have boat insurance, but it’s sensible to have it and may be required to secure a loan.

Dulcinea's Picks

BoatUS.com , the Web site of the Boat Owners Association of the United States, serves American boaters, advocating for boater-friendly legislation. Member perks include discounts at marinas and hotels and access to a BoatUS credit card for $25 a year. Members also have the ability to purchase towing service from the country’s largest fleet. Insurance and loans are available only to members, but non-members can receive free quotes.
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The American Boating Association provides members with discounts on marina and travel services, subscriptions to its many publications, and on purchases at BoatersWorld.com. It also provides insurance and loans through United Marine Underwriters and AmeriFleet Capital.
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The National Boat Owners Association offers 24-hour towing services to its members, along with several different insurance packages. Basic membership costs $25 a year.
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Finding Marinas and Docks

If you have a boat, you’ll need to find a place to dock it. This section provides directories ... read more »

Boat Maintenance and Building

Why spend money paying somebody to fix your boat when you can do it yourself? This section shows ... read more »

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