Fall Boating Tips
Boat enthusiasts know that the arrival of autumn in cooler climates does not mean it has to be time to give up boating. Even in northern regions you can extend your boating season into fall and enjoy this spectacular time to be on the water. That being said the shorter days and cooler weather in northern climates can create challenges. As yacht insurance specialists we are familiar with some of the challenges of cool weather boating and would like to offer some tips.
Top Northern Boating Destinations
As spring and summer bring their warm sunshine and mild temperatures, it’s time to start planning your boating vacations for the coming season. There are many excellent locations for recreational boating across the country and in neighboring Canada, so to make your planning a little easier, we’ve put together a list of our top five […]
Lexus LY 650 Yacht
Lexus 650 Yacht
Explaining Ordinance or Law Coverage
Damages caused by the average hurricane amount to $21.6 billion, source USAtoday.com. Our marine business insurance specialists will attest to the threat that hurricanes can pose to marinas, boatyards, and manufacturers. When Mother Nature is in a fury, stormy weather and high winds can cause significant damage to buildings and structures. When you repair or […]
Cleaning Up Marinas
Water at the marina is notoriously dirty. Gasoline, garbage, and scum often gather in unappealing and even smelly clumps. It’s unattractive and harmful to the ecosystem. Now marinas and private property owners can use a Seabin to clean up the water surrounding docks. The Seabin is a fully automated trash can that cleans 24 hours […]
Website Accessibility Challenges & Litigation
As a leading marine business insurance agency, we want to bring to your attention the need to be vigilant in addressing the needs of Americans with disabilities in all ways, including through your website. Did you know that there has been a series of lawsuits targeting various industries, with allegations that they violate the Americans […]
Featured Yacht – Chaparral 347 SSX
It’s always exciting to see the newest recreational boats and yachts at the boat shows and, of course, out on the waves. One of the sleekest new models to hit the market this past fall is the new 2019 Chaparral 347 SSX. In honor of innovation and boating our yacht insurance specialists are featuring the […]
Preventing Boat Theft & Vandalism
There are ways to protect yourself from vandals and thieves before you face having to make a boat insurance claim. Here are some ways you can make it harder for people to damage your marine investment: Keep it secure – The best option is in covered storage, such as a locked garage, rented storage unit, […]
I’m Buying a Boat, What about Insurance?
When you’re buying a boat, you’re probably thinking more about the places you’ll go and the things you’ll see rather than which boat insurance policy will give you the best coverage. We don’t want to spoil your dreams of sunshine, gentle waves, and good times with friends and family, but you need a boat insurance […]
Boat to Be in the Moment
Do you ever wish that you could just unplug? Research shows that about nine in 10 American adults own cell phones (about two-thirds use smartphones) and many feel constant connectivity and distraction to be the new normal. As convenient as it may be to look up things like local goods and services (like boat insurance!), […]