There are many different companies that offer free sailboat plans online. Before you invest your time and money in building a boat based on these free sailboat plans, you should check to make sure they are reliable and complete.Many companies use the offer of free sailboat plans as a lure to bring in buyers for other products, such as sailboat kits. There reasoning is that once you take a look at how difficult a sailboat is to build using the...more
The maritime shipping and transport industry boasts a rich heritage founded in the very beginnings of international, transnational, and domestic transportation. Specifically in parts of the world where the location of cities and abundance of natural waterways is conducive to shipping by boat, it's only natural that it would become a critical part of that area's shipping and trade infrastructure. In modern times, in spite of the rapidly developing...more
There are many different types of bass boats sold on the market today but one of the most popular is still the aluminum fishing boat. This boat has much to offer the angler and they're growing in popularity each year even though they've been around for what seems like forever. Here is one thing that most all anglers will agree on. The aluminum boat has withstood the test of time and continues to be very impressive even today. There are many reasons why anglers from all over choose this type of boat over many of the others. When you take a few minutes and compare the different materials used in the making of boats you'll see that aluminum boats have many great qualities that make them stand out above the rest such as the ones listed here. Qualities of the aluminum bass boat:* They're lightweight and easy to transport. This is a major benefit that many anglers enjoy. They'll slide right into the bed of a pickup truck and one person can usually handle them alone fairly easy.* They require less fuel to maneuver through the water due to the fact they are so lightweight.* They are some of the most durable boats sold on the market. When taken care of properly, they...more
A boat house can be a beautiful addition to any property, but it is also a functional and important space as well if you have a beautiful boat you want to care for properly. There are a wide variety of boat house plans available online and from bookstores, although many choose to have a professional create a custom boat house design that...more
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. MSC Cruises is once again offering sweet savings of up to 60 percent on balcony suites on select Europe 2010 sailings of MSC Lirica, MSC Armonia and MSC Sinfonia. "Suite Deal" rates start at $1,299 per person and must be booked by January 31, 201. The offer is available on select 7-night Western Mediterranean itineraries of...more
When it comes to traditional shipping, most people are familiar with the concept of sending items via airplane or truck. There are other modes of freight transportation however that have been around for far longer than both. One method of course is via cargo train, which has traveled American rails in some form or other for centuries. Another time honored cargo carriage method is shipping by boat. Although a foreign concept to some, the advantages of shipping by boat are multifaceted.Benefits of Shipping by BoatIf you plan to go overseas or have a rather large item that has to go from point A to point B, shipping by boat is a safe, efficient and inexpensive option. Indeed, shipping items via ocean liner, barge or yacht can be a less expensive alternative than shipping by airplane. When one had large items to move, this is especially important since weight and size are often factors in determining shipping estimates. Once you choose a boat carrier, discuss their rates and see what kinds of special deals they may offer for certain items and weight classes.Shipping ConsiderationsPrior to shipping your items see what kind of containers you can secure for your property. Fragile and...more
With summer around the corner and the boat show season drawing to a close, Andrew Galwey looks at the how-to of buying your dream boat at the right price. As the fine spring weather melds into the warm and sunny summer conditions many of us get the...more
Arvor then - Launched in 1978 by Frank Collins, Collins Marine were responsible for creating Arvor boats.Frank Collins was a keen yachtsman, and in 1978, a Renault car dealer in Sydney. With a marine background and a career in engineering, it was...more
Now that you have decided to upgrade to a larger boat, you may be looking for a way to sell your boat and still maximize your profits. One method that people like to use is the for sale by owner (FSBO) option. Even if you want to sell...more
Aphrodite Celebration Cruises Faliraki Sea Lines has recently announced the addition of the celebration cruise catamaran, ‘Aphrodite’ to its operational fleet for the summer season, 2010. This move comes at a time when the...more
We often wonder what it would be like if we could spend our days doing what really makes us cheerful but little follow through. If you love the water and want to own your own business, there is a company that can bring you the...more
Trang An tourism area, about 100 kilometres from the centre of Hanoi, in Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam has an underground river, large ponds, with water-ferns, and mountains. I and a friend bought VND60,000 ($3.26) tickets and got into a...more