Boating Guide

Five Great Boating Adventures

Take to the seas with these recreational day trips and overnight excursions.

03/05/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

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La Dolce Vita on the Water

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02/10/2021

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New Year, New Boat: January Arrivals at Cannons Marina

Is one of your resolutions to spend more time on the water? We’re here to help.

01/06/2021

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Four Things We Love About December

As a challenging 2020 comes to a close, there’s a lot to be grateful for.

12/10/2020

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The Science Behind Grady-White’s SeaV2 Hull

There are a lot of factors that go into Grady-White’s consistently world-class boats—everything from heritage and experience to a company culture of integrity and innovation.

11/05/2020

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How to Enjoy Sarasota-Manatee by Boat This Fall

It may be not be a normal season by many measures, but the allure of local waterways is as strong as ever.

10/01/2020

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Four Great Nearby Boating Destinations

Check out these local Gulf Coast hot spots for a destination boating day trip.

09/17/2020

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What to Know Before You Go Boating

The key to a relaxing, fun-filled day on the water is comprehensive preparation.

09/03/2020

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The Inside Guide to Dining by Boat

From Anna Maria Island to Venice, here’s where to pull up dockside for great food and drink.

08/07/2020

Real Estate

Siesta Key Marina Sold

The marina will be renamed Safe Harbor Siesta Key.

01/29/2020 By Staff

Make it sew

What's in Her Bag: Canned Ham Vintage's Cheri McNulty

One tote's contents reveal the busy days and secret escapes of a vintage revivalist.

10/29/2019 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

Captains Courageous

Sarasota Youth Sailing Has Taught Generations of Kids to Sail

Today the nonprofit serves 450 students, ages 5 to 18, in summer and spring camps and on racing teams.

09/01/2019 By Pam Daniel

Fast Track

Yacht Broker Joins Cannons Marina Sales Team

Ryan Hirshberg's biggest sale to date was a 130-foot yacht for $15.5 million.

08/30/2019 By Staff

Shell Yeah

Free MarineMax Classes Help Women Boaters Feel More Confident on the Water

The quarterly, small-group classes are taught by U.S. Coast Guard captains.

07/11/2019 By Hanna Powers

Manufacturing

Boat Maker Recognized for Customer Service

Chris-Craft was recently given the 2018 Marine Industry Customer Satisfaction Index Award.

03/01/2019 By Staff

Construction

Grand Opening for New Bradenton Marina Set

Minto Communities and Margaritaville Holdings are celebrating the new marina at One Particular Harbour on Saturday, Feb. 9.

02/01/2019 By Staff

Deals

Boat Maker Launches New Partnership With Colorado Dealer

Manatee County's Chris-Craft recently added Colorado's Action Water Sports to its dealer network.

01/23/2019 By Staff

Boating

Sarasota Yacht Club Receives 'Platinum' Distinction

Only 30 yacht clubs in the country have been named a "Platinum Club of America" by the Club Leaders Forum.

12/11/2018 By Staff

Boating

New Marina Opens

The marina at One Particular Harbour Margaritaville has 55 wet slips and an enclosed boathouse capable of housing 128 vessels.

12/04/2018 By Staff

Manufacturing

Boat Maker to Debut New Model Next Week

The Manatee County boat manufacturer Chris-Craft will reveal its new Launch 35 GT at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

10/25/2018 By Staff