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Reading the Wake of the Boat Show Season
As those who like to stay up to date on what’s new and different happening in the marine industry, attending boat shows is some of the easiest (and most fun) ways to keep plugged into what’s going on. Our reporting helps keep you aware of what’s to come, but going to shows lets you actually live it.
Buy the Boat You Love
Boat shopping along the Gulf Coast is exciting, whether you’re upgrading, downsizing, or buying your very first vessel. But before you fall in love with the layout, the engines, or the electronics package, there’s one critical piece to consider early: insurance.
Palm Beach Boat Showcase: Manari Yachts
New Miami-based yacht brand Manari Yachts has launched its first model and it is already redefining expectations in its class.
On the Cover: Built to Conquer New Territories
The all-new Wellcraft 28 T-Top arrives on the Gulf Coast with a clear purpose: deliver offshore confidence in a versatile 28-foot platform built for real adventure. Blending open-air freedom with protective comfort, this model brings bold design and serious capability to one of boating’s most dynamic size segments.
Feature: Ghost
Foiler, the UAE-based brand behind the famous ‘flying’ yacht Spirit, announced its next ambitious project, Ghost, the world’s first 28-meter private foiling yacht.
Feature: Just Plain Easy
Blending performance, practicality, and safety, the SportJet 395 offers pinpoint handling, ultra-responsive jet propulsion, and no exposed moving parts, making swimming and diving worry-free.
On the Cover: Valiatt Yachts
The brand’s design approach is most clearly expressed in the Valiatt 380 Bowrider, the 2025 FLIBS Best Seller and flagship 38-foot model. While bowriders are traditionally associated with day boating, the 380 was designed to expand that definition — offering greater flexibility, comfort, and capability without compromising the open feel that defines a bowrider.
Feature: Residential Docks
While once considered purely functional, today’s residential docks are blending function, lifestyle, and design along the water’s edge.
News: Waterfront Brands Launches Coastal Canopy System Engineered for Coastal Performance
The new Coastal Canopy System represents the next evolution—combining modern aesthetics with trusted durability—and is available now through authorized Waterfront Brands partners.
On the Cover: Built for Adventure — Built for You
Cruisers Yachts’ All-New VTR Series strikes a balance between performance and versatility.
Recipes from The Boat Galley: Ginger Snaps
A timeless galley favorite, these ginger snaps from The Boat Galley are simple, sturdy, and perfect for baking aboard or bringing on any voyage.
Learn, Fish, and Win
Women can learn, fish, and compete at the Ladies Let’s Go Fishing! Keys University—an empowering, hands-on weekend event with education, charters, and prizes in the Florida Keys..
Embracing Technology Is Part Of Smart Seamanship
Technology meets tradition—Dockmate’s remote system brings stress-free, precision docking to any vessel, enhancing safety, confidence, and true modern seamanship.
Euro-Inspired Elegance
Breaking down the basics of European styling, and how American boat designers are creating their own interpretations.
Apparel Feature: Living Good
Tunaskin Aquatic Apparel is designed to help you “Live A Crazy Good Day,” for those whose lifestyle and passion is all things aquatic.
Industry News: Sidekick Concepts
Imagine docking your boat with total confidence — with Sidekick Concepts’ custom docking solutions, you spend less time worrying and more time making memories on the water.
On the Cover: Built for the Bold
Built for the Bold — The all-new Formula 360 Crossover Bowrider takes dayboating to the next level.
Cover Feature: Out There Starts Here
Aquila has also worked with world-renowned yacht design firms to bring best-in-class design, innovation, and sustainability to their portfolio.
Introducing the New Hurricane Sundeck 3200
The Hurricane SunDeck 3200 redefines the notion of a flagship vessel, breaking molds and breaking hearts along the way.
Industry News: Spiroll High Performance Gear
Since acquired by Nixon Marine, the team at Spiroll has been busy developing new designs, releasing 3 new groups this July.
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