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Winter jobs for your boat ?>

Winter jobs for your boat

Owning your own boat comes with many benefits, however, during the winter months, sailing the waters isn’t as attractive compared to the warmer months. Instead of sailing your boat, you may want to take this quiet time as an opportunity to improve your boats interior. Like homes, boats need regular maintenance and interior updates to keep them looking the best way possible. There are many ways you can improve your boats interior, including re-upholstering the seating to updating the curtains….

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Going on holiday by ferry ?>

Going on holiday by ferry

Planes are the safest mode of transport, so why are people still choosing to use a ferry as a mode of transport. A ferry remains a popular mode of transport for sea crossings between the UK and other European countries. A ferry allows you to take you vehicle on board with you, providing you with the flexibility of driving once you arrive in your destination. This means you won’t have to worry about hiring a car and paying out lots…

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The famous round boats of Vietnam ?>

The famous round boats of Vietnam

If you are lucky enough to venture to Vietnam you may come across one of their famous round boats. Although they appear old fashioned and dated, they are still regularly used by the local Vietnamese folk for fishing. The boats are cleverly crafted from wood and bamboo, weaved together to create a rounded boat. The boat is powered by a rowing oar, that uses a specific manoeuvre to get the most power per row. The boat has a wooden seat…

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Gifts for a boating enthusiast ?>

Gifts for a boating enthusiast

With the year passing by rapidly, it’s understandable that Christmas is beginning to crop into people’s mind. August is one of the most popular months for starting your Christmas shopping, and if you have a boat enthusiast in the family, finding a gift is easier than ever. Although the winter months are cooler, this doesn’t tend to stop boaters from hanging out at their marine. Personalised gifts are a popular option, from calendars to ornaments. Calendars can be created using…

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Benefits Of Living Life Afloat ?>

Benefits Of Living Life Afloat

Life aboard a large boat has many benefits, and can provide an idyllic existence, where you control your own environment and your speed of life. In the limited space provided it is possible to create a cosy, yet minimalist setting, while having all the modern amenities available. One of the biggest benefits of living afloat is the ability to travel. Many of the most beautiful and natural areas in the UK include waterways that can be traversed by narrow boats…

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