Boat Insurance

Insuring Your Sailboat: What You Need to Know

Sailing has been a primary means of travel and maritime trade dating from prehistoric times to the mid-19th century. Today, sailing is a beloved pastime that involves cruising the open water or engaging in friendly competition. However, you choose to enjoy this timeless sport, feeling the wind rush through your sails and navigating the sea can be rather…

Sailing has been a primary means of travel and maritime trade dating from prehistoric times to the mid-19th century. Today, sailing is a beloved pastime that involves cruising…

Expert Tips for How to Winterize Your Boat

As the fall begins to creep in and the summer comes to an end, it is time to prepare your boat for winter hibernation. Even if you enjoy cruising on your boat through the winter, whether you travel or live in a warm climate year-round, it is still crucial to take a few extra steps and give special…

As the fall begins to creep in and the summer comes to an end, it is time to prepare your boat for winter hibernation. Even if you enjoy…

Kids, Teens, and Family Boating

Boating can be a fun family activity where kids and adults can share a common interest, have fun on the water together, and foster close relationships. From teaching your youngsters how to water ski and your teens how to operate a boat to cruising through the waves together and having family picnics on the boat, you will undoubtedly…

Boating can be a fun family activity where kids and adults can share a common interest, have fun on the water together, and foster close relationships. From teaching…

Your Guide to Hurricane Season and Protecting Your Boat

Hurricane season is here! Between June and November, peaking in August through October, our waters are more susceptible to strong winds and storms that can significantly damage boats, jet skis, and other watercrafts. Hurricanes are tropical storms with heavy rain and winds that can reach between 75 and 200 mph. But don’t fret just yet! Your friends and…

Hurricane season is here! Between June and November, peaking in August through October, our waters are more susceptible to strong winds and storms that can significantly damage boats,…

A Glance at the Best Watersports To Enjoy While Boating

Boating is always fun, whether spending time with loved ones or going on a solo fishing trip. Cruising the waves and feeling the wind rush through your hair is undeniably satisfying. However, what makes boating even more exciting and thrilling is the watersports that provide entertainment and joy, whether you are watching or participating. While tug toys or…

Boating is always fun, whether spending time with loved ones or going on a solo fishing trip. Cruising the waves and feeling the wind rush through your hair…

SLOW / NO WAKE ZONE: What Do Different Buoy Colors and Shapes Mean?

There is more to safe boating than wearing lifejackets, obeying the speed limit, not drinking while operating a boat, and watching out for swimmers and other watercrafts. You also need to be aware of the rules of the water, keep a lookout for buoys, and understand what the various buoy colors and symbols mean. If you are new…

There is more to safe boating than wearing lifejackets, obeying the speed limit, not drinking while operating a boat, and watching out for swimmers and other watercrafts. You…

Fifty Nifty and Witty Boat Names

You’ve fallen in love with the perfect boat, become a National Boat Owners Association member, secured the perfect boat insurance, and found the best marine financing. There is only one thing left before setting sail… naming your beloved watercraft! Why Should…

You’ve fallen in love with the perfect boat, become a National Boat Owners Association member, secured the perfect boat insurance…

Understanding Marine Warranty and How to Get the Best Coverage

Boats can come with a lot of bells and whistles, both literally and figuratively. While marine insurance is a great way to protect you and your boat from financial stress, extended marine warranty packages will give you even more reason to carry yourself with a care-free attitude while…

Boats can come with a lot of bells and whistles, both literally and figuratively. While marine insurance is a great way to protect…

A Boater’s Guide to Navigating the Waters of Alabama

Alabama boating is one of the most fun and exciting in the country. As a southern state, boaters enjoy fishing, cruising, and watersports almost year-round! Here at NBOA, National Boat Owners Association, our team of professionals put together a brilliant guide to lead you to the best Alabama lakes, bays, or beaches that…

Alabama boating is one of the most fun and exciting in the country. As a southern state, boaters enjoy fishing, cruising, and watersports almost year-round! Here at…

A Guide to Boating in Louisiana

In Louisiana, there is no lack of waterways for boats to explore. Everywhere you look, you are sure to be met with a river or lake suitable for boating, fishing, watersports, sailing, and more. With so many lakes at your fingertips in just one state, the expert boating professionals at National Boat Owners Association…

In Louisiana, there is no lack of waterways for boats to explore. Everywhere you look, you are sure to be met with a river or lake suitable for…