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Destination Feature: That Old Florida Charm
Here’s a snapshot of where to dock, dine, and explore by water in the Charlotte Harbor area.
Gulf Coast Buyer’s Guide: Docking and Anchoring
Check out some great anchoring and docking essentials that cater to every type of Gulf Coast boater.
Feature: Residential Docks
While once considered purely functional, today’s residential docks are blending function, lifestyle, and design along the water’s edge.
Destination: Venice, Florida
Each year, millions of visitors arrive in Southwest Florida, and many of them gravitate toward the coastal gem of Venice to explore the waterways, anchor near scenic beaches, or dock beside local hotspots.
Moving On Up!
Thinking about upgrading to a bigger boat? This guide covers what to consider—usage, cost, storage, and smart tech upgrades—to ensure your next vessel fits your boating lifestyle perfectly..
A Tale of Two Streets
Explore two sides of Naples charm—Tin City, a laid-back waterfront village steeped in Old Florida character, and Fifth Avenue South, a vibrant hub of luxury shopping, fine dining, and culture.
Industry News: Florida Marine Tracks
Florida Marine Tracks offers thousands of miles of precisely drawn, detailed navigation tracks for flats, bay boats, and other shallow-water boats running in challenging areas.
Ask the Expert: Securing Your Dream
Loan and financial assistance in shopping for a bigger boat help take boaters from operators to owners.
Destination: A Boater’s Guide to Naples, Florida
Naples, part of Florida’s Paradise Coast, offers a seamlessly beautiful blend of pristine beaches, tranquil mangrove wilderness, and upscale marinas and dining.
Intracoastal Waterway
Florida boaters wishing to take a shorter trip can use the ICW to complete the Mini Loop around the southern half of Florida.
Along the Gulf ICW: Top Boardwalks & Piers
When it’s time to make land but you don’t want to miss the sun and waves, the boardwalk is the next-best thing.
Ask the Expert: Bigger Boat, Bigger Confidence
Matt Huyge, Naval Architect and Sales Professional at Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales, talks with the Scuttlebutt team to advise how to go about upgrading your boat.
Industry News: Electric Outboard Roundup
Here we list some of the best new features regarding electric outboards from some of the top brands working to stay ahead of the pack.
The Cruising Opportunities of Southwest Florida
Florida’s “West Coast,” from a cruising perspective, is the 220-mile stretch from Flamingo, at the state’s southern tip and in the heart of the Everglades, north to Tampa.
The Florida Loop
The Florida Loop is a rewarding and manageable cruise that gives you a taste of the Great Loop experience.
“A Much Larger Interest in Marine Trades"“
ABYC experts talk to 4 MTAP schools along the Gulf Coast that are training upcoming marine industry professionals.
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