Windermere by Self-Drive Boat: A Family Day Beyond the Lakeside Path
A self-drive hire boat on Windermere offers families a simple way to see the Lake District from the water, provided the outing is planned around weather, safety and the hire …
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Yamarin 63 BR: How a Compact Nordic Bowrider Fits Family Days
With a 6.35-metre hull, up to eight seats and an optional aft sunpad, the Yamarin 63 BR concentrates on easy family day trips and active boating in sheltered conditions.
Nimbus Commuter 9: Why an Enclosed Helm Changes Family Boating
The Nimbus C9 combines a protected wheelhouse, walkaround decks and simple overnight accommodation in a fast, sub-10-metre family cruiser built for longer seasons afloat.
Highfield Sport 760: A RIB Built for Group Days on the Water
Highfield's Sport 760 blends an aluminium-hulled RIB with a large open cockpit, stern bathing access and usable family amenities. We look at the practical benefits and the ownership trade-offs.
Axopar 22 T-Top: A Compact Adventure Boat with Useful Shade
The 7.2-metre Axopar 22 T-Top pairs a protected helm area with an agile walkaround layout, convertible seating options and a coastal cruising brief.
FLIBS 2026 Adds Kids Corner, Fishing Clinics and Family Activities
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show's indoor Convention Center programme combines a Kids Corner, fishing clinics, marine exhibits and family-friendly activities for 28 October–1 November 2026.
Chaparral 23 SSi: Seven Metres of Family Bowrider Living
Chaparral's 2026 23 SSi is a 7.01-metre family bowrider with a wide passenger cockpit, swim platform, optional watersports equipment and seating for up to 13 under its stated NMMA rating.
Yamarin 80 DC: Two Cabins and a Protected Route to the Bow
The Yamarin 80 DC uses an unusual sheltered port-side passage to reach the bow, creating room for two sleeping cabins and a spacious cockpit within an 8.28-metre day cruiser.
Cobalt R4 Coastal Makes Compact Saltwater Dayboating More Practical
The Cobalt R4 Coastal combines a 7.39m hull, outboard power and flexible seating with saltwater-ready features for family leisure boating.
Axopar 29 XC Cross Cabin Makes Year-Round Family Boating More Practical
Axopar's 9.31-metre 29 XC Cross Cabin offers panoramic shelter, 300–500hp engine options and flexible aft-deck arrangements for family cruising.
Cobalt R8 Coastal Offers Family Dayboating with Outboard Versatility
The Cobalt R8 Coastal pairs outboard engine choices with a deep passenger cockpit, making it worth considering for families planning leisure boating.
A First Summer of Sailing Shows Why Small Beginnings Matter
A personal account published by American Sailing looks back on a transformative first summer learning to sail and the confidence that grows from simple experiences afloat.
Jenny Wight's Sailing Teaching Guide Puts Confidence First
American Sailing highlights Jenny Wight's book The Art of Teaching on the Water, offering guidance for instructors balancing safety, independence and learning.
American Sailing Reminds First-Time Boaters to Learn Safety Before Launch
American Sailing has issued a practical reminder that boating safety education should be part of the preparation for recreational outings, whether on lakes or coastal waters.
First Regatta Gives Disabled Sailing Students a Victory Beyond Results
Instructor Giovanni Profeta recounts taking students with complex disabilities to their first sailboat race, showing how confidence and teamwork can matter more than position.
Malta’s 2027 Youth Games Show How Families Can Start Sailing
Mellieħa Bay in Malta will host Optimist and ILCA 4 racing at the 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games, offering a useful starting point for families interested in junior sailing.
An Annapolis Sailboat Show Weekend for New Sailing Families
The Annapolis Sailboat Show runs 15–18 October 2026 with floating displays, learn-to-sail sessions and family attractions, making it a useful introduction for newcomers to boating.
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