On the Water: Resources

How to sail a boat. Here's a step-by-step beginners guide to sailing. Learn about parts of a sailboat, sailing terms, sailing lines and wind direction. …Read More

Many of us dread Tax Day on April 15th—boat owners included. Here's everything you need to know when it comes to learning how to deal with boat taxes. …Read More

Outboard engines, inboards, pod drives, jets, V drives, diesel, and gas—we’ll help you understand all the types of motorboat engines on the water. …Read More

The term "sailboat" includes many different sizes, shapes, and hull types. Here's how to identify most of the common ones. …Read More

A Practical Guide to Searching, Comparing, and Saving Boat Listings From Anywhere Using the Boat Trader Mobile App. …Read More

Explore the ins and outs of boat leasing, a flexible and affordable alternative to ownership that gets you on the water—without the year-round hassle. …Read More

Cruising the blue waters and white sands of this Central American country provides tired travelers a respite from holiday music and Christmas crowds. …Read More

Do you know how to properly moor your boat? Here's everything you need to know about lines, cleats, slips, and berths. …Read More

There's more than one might think to towing a boat on the water but breakdowns happen. Be ready to tow a boat in case professionals aren't available. …Read More

With summer in full swing, it's the perfect time to take your family on a boating adventure. Here are our top destination choices. …Read More