At the same time, the 21st annual Yacht and Brokerage Boat Show, a presentation of the world's most luxurious ships, was held down the street. Although only an elite few actually can afford such trophy pieces, these ships always provide boat show attendees with an amazing experience.
Here are some quick highlights from each of this year's Miami Beach boat shows:
68th Annual Miami International Boat Show and Strictly Sail
Every year, the popular Miami International Boat Show features a variety of powerboats, sailboats and other marine accessories, as well as the most recent innovations in engines, marine electronics, nautical gear, clothing and boating accessories. To help remind budget-conscious consumers that boating can be extremely affordable, this year's boat show featured a new "Affordability Pavilion" with a variety of boats and personal watercraft that you can purchase for under $300 per month, including:
- Yamaha VX Cruiser & VX Deluxe PWCs - For about $60 per month, you can glide across the water with two of your friends on these ultra-lightweight, three-seater, four-cylinder engine personal watercrafts. Top-rated in fuel economy by Personal WaterCraft Illustrated, these Yamahas feature plenty of storage capacity and the industry's first remote security system.
- Polar Kraft Bass Series TX175 Pro - Tested at the world's most competitive fishing events, this 175 hp powerboat is easy to maneuver, and easy on your wallet at about $125 per month.
- Carolina Skiff DLV 218 - For just over $200 per month, you can own one of the most durable, versatile and economical boats on the market. This 20-foot, 150 hp utility boat is a good jack-of-all-trades - from pulling skis, tubes and wakeboards to fishing and cruising.
This year's boat show had plenty for those seeking something unique, too. Perhaps two of the most unusual boats unveiled at the show were Albury Brother's Crawfish boat, a 20-foot version of the company's Bahamian commercial lobster fishing boat, and Sealeg's amphibious vehicle, featuring retractable wheels that allow the craft to operate on both water and land.
Miami's 21st Yacht and Brokerage Boat Show
For those seeking a bird's eye view of what life could be like as The Donald or another corporate big shot, a short shuttle cruise down Collins Avenue was all that was necessary. As the name suggests, the Miami Yacht and Brokerage Boat Show features the world's most extraordinary, multimillion dollar yachts and megayachts from premier custom builders, such as Ferretti and Azimut.
If you're undaunted by a (much) higher boat loan, some new ships worth checking out include:
- DSe Hybrid- As the first green yacht in the U.S., this hybrid from Island Pilot uses a combination of solar, diesel and electric to propel itself, and can cruise indefinitely at 5 knots without using any fuel. The bonus? Zero emissions.
- Mamba 350 - Considered one of the most unusual ships at the boat show, Mamba Marine's 350 is a hydrofoil-supported catamaran, perfect for sport fishermen. Its asymmetrical hulls provide unprecedented comfort and performance for a boat of its size and power.
- Morris M29 - If sailboats are your passion, this classic masterpiece unveiled by Morris Yachts is sure to capture your heart, as well as inspire plenty of envy. Constructed in collaboration with Sparkman & Stephens, this beauty features the latest in naval architecture and materials, and requires only a one-man crew. Trailerable and perfect for container shipping, this is one boat that's been designed to go wherever your heart desires - and look good while doing so.
Whether you buy a Sea-Doo or Lürssen mega yacht, you'll want to protect your investment. Nationwide can insure 95 percent of all pleasure boats, including bass boats, ski boats, performance boats and more. Plus, if you have another insurance policy with them, you may even qualify or a discount on your boat insurance. by Melanie Broemsen
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