Boats

The 23rd Annual Boat Show

Greatxoo — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 06:57:00 +0000

The Palm Beach County Convention Centre opens its doors for the 23rd Annual Boat Show at the end of March, with $300 million (£151 million) worth of boats, superyachts and accessories on show.
Running from March 27th to March 30th, the 23rd Annual Boat Show will exhibit more than 900 boats, while fashion shows and family entertainment will keep those who attend the show with boat lovers amused.

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Night Riders: Border Patrol Agents Take to the Ocean

Greatxoo — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 06:47:00 +0000

It's dark and still in the harbor. All other boats are docked, and sensibly so ---- it's a touch above 50 degrees and just before 11 p.m. on a Wednesday night in February.
But Keley Hill, director of marine operations for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Air and Marine Branch in San Diego, and seven colleagues are geared up for a night at sea. It's going to be bitter cold, and they're dressed for it: ski goggles, face masks, down jackets and winter gloves.

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Hunting, Fishing, Boating and Recreational Vehicle Shows

Greatxoo — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 10:05:00 +0000

Shows Offer Something for Everyone

If you've wondered what it's like to lounge on a pontoon boat, taste pheasant or chat with an outfitter about fishing for trophy walleye, this is your season. The outdoor world is coming to a convention center or conference hall near you.
The first of several hunting, fishing, boating and recreational vehicle shows scheduled across the Midlands this winter sets up camp this week. That's when the Midwest Boat Show opens the season Friday in Omaha.

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Reducing Costs While Cruising or Vacationing

Greatxoo — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 06:33:00 +0000

10 ways to beat those hidden costs at sea.

Before your cruise, sit down with your family and discuss what is included in the fare. Most likely, that will be your accommodations, meals in dining rooms and cafes, and activities in the kids’ clubs. Come up with a policy about what everyone is allowed to do and buy, and what is forbidden. You might even decide on a cash-only rule for incidentals to keep from racking up costs. Here are some strategies to avoid becoming an incidental tourist.

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Rolex International Women's Keelboat Championship, in Shoreacres, Texas

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:14:00 +0000

Barkow’s Boat Wins Trifecta

To win one championship is something special. However, to capture back-to-back-to back crowns, well, words like excellence, talent and even dynasty come to mind. Skipper Sally Barkow pulled off her third straight victory at the 2007 Rolex International Women's Keelboat Championship, in Shoreacres, Texas, in a 39-boat fleet that featured an extremely talented group of athletes.

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Selecting an Inflatable Boat - Tips, Suggestions

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:10:00 +0000

How do you select the boat that best meets your requirements with so many available choices?

Just follow these three steps:
Choose the floor construction that best balances portability and performance.
Select the right fabric for the locations where you’ll use the boat.
Buy the biggest boat that fits within your budget and space requirements.

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Cozy Home Aboard a Sailboat, Vancouver

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:55:00 +0000

Brett Price and her family live year-round on their 42-foot sailboat on the waters of southern Vancouver Island in British Columbia. They named their boat Simplicity. 'After getting married and deciding to live on the water, my husband and I purchased a 42-foot sailboat which we now call home. Handsome with teak decks and handcrafted teak interiors, it's a snug and cozy dwelling inside these small quarters, a place where we enjoy a daily life that's both simple and graceful. '

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First Time Cruisers Find the Best Deals

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:54:00 +0000

There is fierce competition among the various cruise lines around the world and this is not surprising considering the growth spurt in the number of people taking cruises today.
As a first time cruiser, how do you select your destination and ship if the whole experience is new to you? One of the best options for people taking their first vacation on water is booking a holiday on a Carnival cruise fun ship.

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Solar-powered Kayak, Outrigger Attachment for Paddling

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:54:00 +0000

Although this isn't the first time we've heard "solar-powered" and "kayak" used in the same sentence, the SPK-1 does its darnedest to make us shake our heads in disbelief. This "outrigger attachment" essentially hooks onto any medium / large-sized kayak and relies on the sun to charge up the 12V deep cycle marine battery.

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Tasman Kayakers Consider Their Options

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:49:00 +0000

Two Australians trying to kayak across the Tasman Sea may have to divert from an Auckland landing to somewhere in the South Island if north-easterly winds persist. Justin Jones, 24, and James Castrission, 25, are paddling into strong headwinds in the Tasman Sea which have pushed them south over the past couple of days, support teams say.

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Solar Battery Boat & Eco-adventurer Kenichi Horie, Japan

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:45:00 +0000

Japanese eco-adventurer out to ride the waves Kenichi Horie has made boats with solar batteries and recycled material and now the eco-conscious Japanese adventurer is entering unchartered waters -- crossing the Pacific on wave power. After years of preparation, the acclaimed 69-year-old solo-sailor is set to put into practice what he calls a simple but never before tested idea of relying purely on the power of waves.

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Boating, Yachting, Shipping, Sailing Blunders on Camera

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:44:00 +0000

Greatest boat blunders - Boating, yachting, shipping and sailing blunders are caught on camera for you. View videos here.

Pacific Nations to Limit Tuna Boats

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:42:00 +0000

SEVERAL Pacific countries have started to limit the number of tuna boats allowed in their waters, in an effort to conserve the tuna fisheries of the region.Papua New Guinea, Nauru and Solomon Islands are among eight countries taking part in what is known as the Vessel Days Scheme, says Radio New Zealand International.

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Gibbs Aquada: First Boatmobile in America

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:38:00 +0000

Gibbs Aquada: First Boatmobile You Can Afford - Coming To America

Looking a bit like an MX-5 that got tired of land-bound living and returned to the sea, the Gibbs Aquada is nearly the automotive equivalent of a dolphin. It's sleek and fast in the drink, but the little amphibious roadster can still crawl out of the soup and go prowling around on four wheels. Once on dry land, the Aquada's no slouch, either; it's capable of running 100 plus mph.

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Luxury Cruises - The New Wave of Residence Ships

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:32:00 +0000

Home at sea. Ever laid eyes on the perfect seaside condominium, then wished it could be shifted to the dream destination of your choice -- perhaps floating along the French Riviera, resting beneath Cape Town's Table Mountain or nestled snugly alongside the Sydney Opera House?

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Hottest New Cruise, Luxury Ships in Market

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0000

As competition between cruise lines stiffens and passengers become savvier, cruise lines have
been falling all over each other to offer cool gimmicks and unique amenities to attract more
business. "While there's much more to cruising than the physical features of a ship, it's clear the features are a driver of differentiation in the public's mind," says Royal Caribbean
International President Adam M. Goldstein, pointing out that the line's recently debuted Freedom of the Seas is not only the largest cruise ship in the world, but one outfitted with novelties like a surfing machine.

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$630m Drill Ship is Korea's Most Expensive Ship

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:28:00 +0000

The most expensive ship among the orders Korean shipbuilders have won this year is a $630m drill ship. Samsung Heavy Industries won a contract from Sweden in October to build the 97,000-ton drill ship, which is 228 m long and 19 m tall. In terms of price, the ship costs the equivalent of five 300,000-ton crude oil carriers (VLCCs) or two or three LNG ships.

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Vacationing, Cruising - Tips, Suggestions

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:25:00 +0000

Ports to Avoid in High Season

Cruise line ads work hard at trying to convey exclusivity, intimacy and seclusion. In the real
world, the more than ten million people who cruise every year go to a lot of the same places.
Tour buses line up at the docks like advancing armies, while sign-waving guides and freelance
touts vie for passengers’ attention.

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Cruise, Sailing Vacation Tips, Suggestions by Experts

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:25:00 +0000

VIP Secrets to a Fantastic Cruise - Pros reveal top 10 tips for smoother sailing.

A cruise is the ultimate vacation of convenience: The captain does the driving, the chef cooks
your meals, and the shore excursion staff tells you where to go. All you have to do is show up,
unpack your stuff and sit back to enjoy the ride. However, heeding the advice of experts before you sign on the dotted line can improve the odds of having a good time. There are hundreds of ships to choose from and thousands of itineraries. Wind up on a cruise that doesn’t suit your tastes and you’ll want to jump overboard.

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World's Most Expensive Cruises - Details, Info

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:23:00 +0000

The Caribbean's tired, and the Bahamas have been done. Cruisers willing to fork over the big
bucks tend to head to more exotic waters aboard small ships that offer either over-the-top luxury or expedition-style learning.An ultra-expensive itinerary is often only available a few times a year, maybe even just once.

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World's Most Expensive Ships Info, Details

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:21:00 +0000

Unfortunately majority of them are military ships.When you look at all these ships, and see how much money they spent on building them, especially military vessels, person can only ask himself."Is this world that crazy?"

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View a picture of the Nimitz posted in this blog.

Most Expensive Yachts in the World - Info

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:18:00 +0000

What is the most expensive yacht in the world?

The site has managed to come up with 3 yachts that could be called the world's most expensive.Lady Moura, owned by Saudi multi-millionaire Nasser al-Rashid, is 105 meters long, the 6th longest yacht in the world.Nasser al-Rashid reportedly paid over $100 million USD for the yacht.

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Boat Tarps - Types, Features, Info, Buying Tips

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:15:00 +0000

The Different Types of Boat Tarps

A tarp is a large sheet of strong, flexible, water resistant or waterproof material. Usually,
cloths such as canvas coated with plastic or latex are used to make tarps. Generally reinforced
grommets at the corners or sides form attachment points for rope, so that the tarp can be tied
down or suspended. Nowadays, tarps are sometimes made from woven polyethylene as well. Such tarps are called Polytarps. Tarps have been used for a long time to protect boats from the weather and to cover them.

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Trips on Cruise Ships, Luxury Yachts, Ocean Liners

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:13:00 +0000

With millions of travelers choosing to take their trips on a cruise ship or an ocean liner there
is now a growing demand for large, fast and safe cruise ships to cater to these millions of
passengers. For the past five years there have been at least nine new cruise ships built every
year only in the North American continent. At the moment there are three cruise ship builders
that dominate the global market: Aker Yards with two shipyards in Finland and France, the
Fincantieri Company in Italy and German company Meyer Werft. Aker Yards is a Finnish ship
building giant with two shipyards, one in Finland and one in France. With a fresh and innovative
approach to ship building the company had no problems establishing its name firmly on the list of best ship builders around the world.

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Find Perfect Used Boat - Tips, Suggestions

Greatxoo — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:12:00 +0000

Finding the perfect Arizona classified ad with the perfect boat for you, especially if you are a
first time boater, may seem like a very difficult task to accomplish. To help you in your quest
for the perfect boat, there are a few things you should know.Deciding what is important Choosing the right boat is more than just locating one for sale on one of the many Arizona online classified ad sites, like Qwixo.com. Really, its all about knowing what is truly important to you. You will need to decide whether you will be using the boat for your own private use, fishing, or cruising.

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