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If you are new to boating, finding a boat that makes sense can be overwhelming. With so many boats out there, it’s hard to know what is the best choice – as well as if you can even afford one. Many first-time boat buyers have a misconception that boating is not affordable, however, with the Nautical Ventures financing option, buying a boat can be just like buying a car and in many cases, just as affordable.

 Big game fishermen around the globe have, for over a hundred years, held a special place in their hearts for Palm Beach.  The beautiful scenery, picturesque sunsets, and endless beaches provide an ideal backdrop for world-class fishing.  Thanks to a perfect location on the Gulf Stream, Palm Beach plays host to some of the biggest sailfish, jack crevalle, and yellowfin you’ll ever see. Because of its reputation for great weather and even better fishing, Palm Beach is also home to some resident experts.  You never know who you’ll you meet at the pier or in the local watering hole. 

Stand-up paddle boards are easily one of the unique and fun ways to spend some time on the water.  They have been around for quite some time, but the Hobie Mirage Eclipse is no ordinary SUP.  Designed with adventurous beginners in mind, the Mirage Eclipse is a “pedal” board that allows you to pedal your way to paradise!  The board also features a centrally-placed set of handlebars for balance

and steering all in one convenient package. As this SUP is designed for beginners, it has a wide footprint in the water for balance.   For the most fun, hit the water with some friends and wander about the coastlines.  Pedal to nearby historic Peanut Island, accessible only by water. Exploring with a SUP is one of the most fun things to do in Palm Beach!

Rigid inflatable boats, yacht tenders, in conjunction with yacht ownership create an unparalleled nautical experience. They make more activities and areas accessible to yacht owners and make it easier and more pleasurable to get to and from your yacht. Before starting your search for tenders for sale, it's important to understand how to properly care for one. Following a short list of simple tips can keep your yacht tender functional for years to come.

Palm Beach is a haven for those who love their water sports. Residents and visitors to the area enjoy easy access to the water with their choice of marinas. In North Palm Beach, you'll find Soverel Harbour, Old Port Cove, and North Palm Beach Marinas. Or maybe you hail from Lake Park and Riviera Beach, with the Lake Port Harbour Marina and the New Port Cove Marine Center. Farther to the south, in West Palm Beach and Lake Worth, there are the Palm Beach Yacht Club, Palm Harbor Marina, and the Loggerhead Marinas. 
 

Survey of 1.  What’s the number 1 mistake people make when buying their first pedal kayak for fishing?  They don’t try it before they buy it.  What!? Say that again??  Most people don’t try out their first pedal kayak for fishing before they buy it. 

For the Marine Industry in South Florida, Spring equals Boat Show Season. We’ve already finished the Miami International Show and we’re moving on to the Palm Beach show, which is happening March 22^nd through the 25^th. The Palm Beach International Show, also known as PBIBS, features over 1.2 Billion dollars in yachts, boats, yacht tenders & toys, marine products, kayaks, stand up paddleboards and much more.

Blackfin 212 CC Boat – Fishing Forward, Family Friendly.

 

Blackfin Boats is a 35-year old fishing boat icon whose world-renowned heritage earned them an early day reputation, “Overbuilt by any standard except the seas.” Blackfin’s reimagined, legendary boats are built to be both solid and fast, for the most versatile experience possible. Their starting model, the 212 Center Console, is built on the same principals as its bigger brothers.

Recently the NMMA, National Marine Manufacturers Association, reported that the US boating industry, is seeing the highest sales in nearly a decade. Sales of yachts (33’ and higher) saw gains of 3.5 percent, reaching a seven-year high of 1,715 units in 2016. BOAT International reported over 100 sales of yachts over 78 feet in the first quarter of 2017, up 8% from 2015. When in the market to purchase or sell a larger vessel, utilizing the services of a yacht broker will help navigate the sometimes lengthy and involved process.

Metan Marine has been in business for over 20 years. Founded by Michael Borrelli , they restore and repair the classic boats of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, mostly Boston Whalers and SeaCrafts. After 20 years of being the leader in the fiberglass boat restoration and repair industry,

Avalon is an industry leader in the construction and performance of pontoon boats. Their Catalina Rear Lounger offers ample seating, retro inspired art deco looks, along with Avalon’s commitment to high-quality construction, all offered at an exceptional value. All Avalon Pontoons come with a lifetime structural warranty and a comprehensive 5-year warranty.

Glasstream Powerboats was established in 1983 by A.L. Kirkland in Panama City, Florida. In 1988, Kirkland invented the first ever inverted stepped hull design and to this day, most modern performance boats use some variation. This stepped hull improves efficiency, reduces drag and in turn, boosts speed. Glasstream Powerboats are light, fuel efficient and a boat load of fun to own and operate.

Metan Marine got its start restoring and remanufacturing the classics or heirloom boats of the 60’s. The types of boats tied to the memories of getting on the water with Grandpa, in his 13 foot Boston Whaler, and exploring the intracoastal waterways for the first time as a child. For many, that nostalgic family experience was the birth of a love for water and a love of boating. For the last 20 years, Metan Marine has not only refurbished the classics but is now building their own line under the name Metan Marine Classic Collection. The new line of boats is styled after those heirloom Whalers.

In 1998, a group of kayaking veterans who loved the great outdoors decided to create their own brand designed to fit every type of paddler. They built them light and they built them tough. In fact, these super-stable kayaks were designed to make every paddle experience the time of your life. And they named the brand, aptly, Hurricane Kayaks.

In sunny South Florida, there are many opportunities to take advantage of the beautiful weather, warm water and tropical landmarks. At Nautical Ventures, our slogan is the "Go-To People for Fun on the Water." So, it only makes sense that we'd capitalize on this by renting kayaks and Stand Up Paddleboards (SUP's) to residents and vacationers.

You’ve probably heard of us. Nautical Ventures, we’re the Go-To People for Fun on the Water!  Nautical Ventures is the place to shop for everything from Kayaks to Cruise Ships, we also service and warranty everything we sell.  Our Dania Beach and North Palm Beach service departments are located directly on the water for easy waterway access to bring your boat in for service. We have on staff 24 full-time service employees versed in a wide range of mechanical disciplines, which makes Nautical Ventures uniquely equipped to repair and maintain everything from small to large vessels.

Schaefer Yachts is an industry leader in the design and construction of performance yachts, and nowhere is this more evident than in their Flagship model, the Schaefer 830.  Boasting one of the biggest and most technologically advanced shipyards in South America, they have been transforming the marine landscape for over 25 years.

The Schaefer Yachts 510, launched in January 2017, has already shown success. With 5 units sold and deliveries already taking place, Schaefer Yachts is making a big impact in the states. 

The Schaefer 375HT is special. Marcio Schaefer designed this model to have the largest interior space, the largest cockpit opening and highest ceiling against any other vessel in its class. She cruises at 26 knots, has a fuel capacity of 185 gallons, which means the Schaefer 375HT can easily get you and friends to the Bahamas from Miami and back. Or go island hopping with 12 of your closest friends, who can lounge by day and comfortably sleep 5 by night.

Headquartered and manufactured in Brazil, the Schaefer Yachts fleet ranges from 30’ – 83’. Established in 1992 by Marcio Schaefer, who is also the chief designer, every inch of every Schaefer is designed with sophistication and performance in mind. To help commemorate their 25^th year in business, Schaefer Yachts plans to unveil a special 51-footer in collaboration with Pininfarina later in 2017.

The electrical-powered Fantail 217 is inspired by the graceful fantail launches that have been navigating on the Thames, the Hudson River and wild Canadian lakes for more than a century. A truly remarkable craft. Fantail 217 can accommodate up to ten guests and will surely attract attention wherever you dock. The Fantail is silent, non-polluting, easy to handle, low maintenance and inexpensive to operate. Go picnic on the lake with a snack and a bottle of wine, sit around the retractable table and relax! it’s a fabulous new way to take your family and friends out on the water

Having a kayak trailer, as opposed to a roof rack, can make loading your kayak really easy. First off, the trailer is lower to the ground so you don’t have to lift your kayak high on the roof. There is also much less wind resistance which, in turn, provides better gas mileage for your car. It also frees your roof to hold a luggage rack to carry suitcases and other essential gear for excursions out of town. 

Nautical Ventures is your authorized Axopar T-Top Boat Dealer for Fort Lauderdale and beyond. With locations if Dania Beach, North Palm Beach and Riviera Beach Florida, they have the new 28 T-Top Boat in stock, ready to test drive. Nautical Ventures has been serving the South Florida market for over 30 years. They’ve been helping boaters in Palm Beach County, Broward County and Dade County get on the water to enjoy trouble-free boating. They service everything they sell and they are factory trained to warranty everything they carry. Remember… you’re not just buying a boat - you’re buying the experience.

The Axopar 28 Open Boat is a stylish open walk-around day cruiser. This versatile and easy to handle craft has plenty of room thanks to its spacious configuration for sunbathing, water-sports, fishing, socialising or just cruising the coast.

The class best helm ergonomics and drivers position combined with its high and long windscreen provides you and your passengers a comfortable ride and keeps you dry in all driving conditions. The centre console layout includes generous storage in the front of the helm, accessed from the fore deck.

The Axopar 28 AC features a fully enclosable cabin that is roomy, light and comfortable. It incorporates a large sliding canvas roof, the first of its kind in its class. This, combined with the two wide sliding doors, really opens up the cockpit.

The cool and versatile center console Axopar 37 Sun-Top, has an extended roof for even more protection from the elements and a huge canvas section for letting large amounts of sun into the cockpit. The Sun-Top combines flexible accommodation with a versatile layout and is one of the most adaptable boats on the market, filled with practical solutions.
 

Introducing the aft cabin that makes the Axopar 37 into a true multifunctional tool on the water. This cabin cruiser has ample accommodation for four people and offers stylish, modern design with true versatility that extends your explorations and the time spent at sea.

From Europe’s selling new boat brand, Axopar has done it again with the introduction of their new 37-foot cabin model. This highly adaptable model has ample space for fishing and other activities on the aft deck and a large sociable sun bed on the fore deck. A convenient cargo hatch on the foredeck enables fast and easy stowage of all your gear straight into the front cabin from the deck. The Axopar 37 Cabin Boat excels with its bright and spacious cabin with seating for up to six people around a large table in the saloon. The cabin/saloon also features a large storage compartment under the sofa.

Argos Nautic was conceived in 2009, when Ignacio Vadillo, engineer, designer, and boat enthusiast, joined forces with industrial designers Denise Brener and German Jimenez, to create a yacht tender unlike any on the water today. They saw the need for a new RIB concept for high end yachts with owners of discerning taste. 

Part three of our four-part series takes us to England, where the military experience of a British Special Op’s officer spawned the idea for an electric powered compact boat that could be used for military operations, emergency scenarios, as well as used for pleasure.