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No one knows fishing quite like Cape Horn, and it shows. From bow to stern, every detail in each Cape Horn boat is engineered and tournament-tested for one purpose–to fish. Their unsinkable boats boast the most rigid type of composite construction, providing an ease of ownership and peace of mind that allows you to focus on the task at hand... fishing. When it comes to South Florida, Nautical Ventures is your Cape Horn boat dealer for Palm Beach. Here’s what we like about the new 24 XS Cape Horn model: 

Cape Horn is a family-owned and operated business steeped in tradition. Born from the need for a fishing boat that was powerful enough for tournaments yet comfortable enough for family outings, Cape Horn quickly evolved into a passionate family tradition. 

Cape Horn Boats are made by fisherman for fisherman. They value quality over everything, from painstakingly hand-building every aspect in-house to outfitting each boat with only the best materials available. Their line-up of vessels is continuously recognized for industry-leading dependability and customer satisfaction, a feat that can only be achieved by a company committed to producing the finest boats in the world. When it comes to South Florida, Nautical Ventures is your Cape Horn boat dealer for Palm Beach. Here’s what we like about the new 24 OS Cape Horn model: 

No one knows fishing quite like Cape Horn, and it shows. From bow to stern, every detail in each Cape Horn boat is engineered and tournament-tested for one purpose–to fish. Their unsinkable boats boast the most rigid type of composite construction, providing an ease of ownership and peace of mind that allows you to focus on the task at hand... fishing. When it comes to South Florida, Nautical Ventures is your Cape Horn boat dealer for Palm Beach. Here’s what we like about the 31XS Cape Horn model:

Cape Horn Boats are made by fisherman for fisherman. They value quality over everything, from painstakingly hand-building every aspect in-house to outfitting each boat with only the best materials available.

Cape Horn is a family-owned and operated business steeped in tradition. Born from the need for a fishing boat that was powerful enough for tournaments yet comfortable enough for family outings, Cape Horn quickly evolved into a passionate family tradition. 

No one knows fishing quite like Cape Horn, and it shows. From bow to stern, every detail in each Cape Horn boat is engineered and tournament-tested for one purpose–to fish. Their unsinkable boats boast the most rigid type of composite construction, providing an ease of ownership and peace of mind that allows you to focus on the task at hand... fishing. When it comes to South Florida, Nautical Ventures is your Cape Horn boat dealer for Palm Beach. Here’s what we like about the new 32 Cape Horn model: 

Cape Horn is a family-owned and operated business steeped in tradition. Born from the need for a fishing boat that was powerful enough for tournaments yet comfortable enough for family outings, Cape Horn quickly evolved into a passionate family tradition. 

Century Boats is committed to innovation, to creating new solutions that answer your needs. It’s why they relentlessly test their products, and diligently seek input from their customers and dealers. It’s what keeps their standards high, and keeps boaters coming back. And it’s why we at Nautical Ventures have so many satisfied Century customers.

Century Boats has a Passion for Perfection. That’s one of the reasons Nautical Ventures is so passionate about Century Boats. Here’s how they build every Century Boat.

Century Boats model lineup for 2016 is impressive, now having a total of 9 models in their family tree. They are, in size order: 3200 Center Console, 30 Express, 2901 Center Console, 2600 Walkaround, 2600 Center Console, 24 Resorter, 2301 Center Console, 2200 Walkaround, 2200 Center Console.

Nautical Ventures, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was awarded Dealer of the Year for 2015 by Century Boats. “Nautical Ventures does a great job selling and servicing Century Boats to the Miami and Fort Lauderdale markets,” notes Bryan Lucias, Century Boat President. “They are a model dealership for anyone looking to buy a Century Boats.”

Glasstream presently manufactures fourteen models of fishing and pleasure boats, ranging from 17’ to 36’. Each model is a new design and is a product of over two decades of research and development. Glasstream, a trademarked company, has such a unique, state-of-the art hull design that is has earned a copyright. Glasstream’s product line was brought on by demand of the experienced boater who wants it all; performance, style, uncompromising quality and value.

Over the past 15 years, pontoon boats have gained in popularity given the advances in design, construction, amenities and propulsion. Their unique designs offer a fresh alternative to traditional boating, some even have double decks with water slides. It’s a simple concept that’s changed the face of modern-day boating. Build a party platform and they will come. 

Since the day that Paddleboards were invented, people have wanted to take their boards everywhere, including on their boats. Whether using paddleboards for fishing the flats, cruising the sandbar, riding the wake or any number of waterside activities, there has been a glaring need to stow your paddleboard aboard. But where? 

Century Boats, America’s oldest boat company, celebrates its 90th Anniversary with the introduction of the Century 24 Resorter, a hybrid fishing, cruising, watersports vessel that offers something no other model offers… everything. 

Aluminum has long been the boat hull material of choice in many parts of the world due to its strength, ease of repair, versatility and above all its weight saving characteristics. So it’s only natural that the evolution of tenders would find a place in the world with aluminum hulls. Highfield inflatables have evolved from many years of development in some of the toughest conditions in the world, the Great Barrier Reef of tropical Northern Australia. They are a direct descendant of the Australian Swift range of aluminum hulled RIBs.

The NEW Axopar 24 is big on features wrapped inside a 7-meter hull. With 3 Best New Boat of the Year Awards under their belt, Axopar has done it again with the introduction of their new 24-foot model.

I have one simple rule of thumb in buying any pre-owned vessel. Pay for a boat survey. Unless you’re towing home a scowl bought for the purpose of a complete refit, hire a qualified marine surveyor and have your prospective vessel thoroughly checked out.

Let’s face facts. To a first-time new boat buyer, navigating the waters among a sea of brands can be pretty tricky, and expensive. Beneath that shiny exterior and gelcoat can lie a host of construction factors and performance issues not readily understood to the novice boater. That’s where Nautical Ventures comes in to the picture. We do the legwork for you and only carry brands that meet our high standards, so your time on the water can be the best it can be.

Nautical Ventures is currently the leading Axopar dealer for the United States, with two locations in Broward and Palm Beach counties.

Axopar Boats was designed and developed by true boating enthusiasts for the quality conscious boater, combining high level functionality with fresh design. The result is a vessel that delivers on two promises – great quality and great value. There are five tenements written into the Axopar creed that allow for this combination of benefits that no other builders can deliver.

Glasstream came to the performance center console party with the most experience in the fishing boat world.

The Evolution M10 Jet is the smallest offering from Nautical Ventures coming in at just under 11' LOA. This package was specifically designed for today's yacht tender garages and small swim platforms. Equipped with Evolution Tenders' signature collared fender system, the M10 has a small footprint while allowing for comfortable seating of up to 5 adult passengers. She boasts abundant storage for dock lines, anchor and life jackets with room to spare, a rarity among yacht tenders in this size range.

The AquaZone, presented by Nautical Ventures, is an exciting and engaging attraction designed to give Palm Beach boat show-goers an upfront and personal experience with a variety of water sports and innovative products. The AquaZone’s 60’ x 30’ 40,000-gallon demonstration pool is located within the Flagler Park Amphitheater and will be home for in-water demos, hands-on testing, and a one-stop learning center for information and product knowledge from Nautical Ventures and the AquaZone exhibitors.

The Transition by Victor Chapman brings a new dimension to what you should expect from your tender. Available in 20, 22, 25, and 28 foot models, these extremely well-constructed tenders are unique in the marketplace, featuring a 36” wide adaptive hydraulic bow ramp.

Hovercrafts have been around for decades, ferrying passengers between islands, transporting troops to military targets, and carrying payloads to hard-to-reach locations. But now, modern technology has shrunk the hovercraft into a 2-passanger, easy-to-use, personal watercraft that brings all the thrills & excitement in a low-cost package.

Maritime Professional Training is spending more than $5 million dollars expanding its Fort Lauderdale campus to train more people in the commercial maritime and yachting industries.

Stand Up Paddelboarding is the hottest sporting trend in America and has been for some time. Here's a few facts:

When it comes to boating awards, there are many. Various magazines and marine organizations all give out some form of recognition to the builders of new and innovative boats. But there is one that rises above the clutter providing a standard by which all others are judged. European Powerboat Winner for 2016; Boat of Year 2016 by Motorboat & Yachting; and 14 separate magazine judges voted for the "Best Boat for Fun" and the winner is... AXOPAR.