Ahoy Boaters!


a sailboat docked at sunset

The sun rises over the horizon. The water is still and mirrors the landscape. The birds are singing their morning hymns.  Anyone that spends time on the water knows this picturesque scene as they pull their boats away from the dock.

Boating on the open water is one of the most enjoyable parts of summer.  Whether it be entertaining family and friends, fishing, or simply relaxing with the sun on your face, setting sail is a true passion.  For those looking for different ports of call this summer, here are Marina Life Magazine’s top East Coast destinations:

  • Fort Lauderdale, Florida
  • Key West, Florida
  • St. Michaels, Maryland
  • Sag Harbor, New York
  • Newport, Rhode Island
  • Charleston, South Carolina

If you are of the racing type, make sure to check out the 2011 Hanse Yachts PHRF New England Championships in Marblehead, Massachusetts on August 26, 27, & 28. This is the premier New England sailing competition and one of the largest, offshore East Coast sailing events of the entire 2011 sailing season!

Whether a power enthusiast or passionate sailor, any owner should have boat insurance.  Boat damage can cost thousands of dollars so don’t let your savings capsize as well.  In order to avoid the hassle, make sure the Paradiso Team has both your port and starboard covered!

 

 

Whale on a Yatch!

What do you expect when you go for a cruise on your boat? Peace and relaxation, right?  Unfortunately for Ralph Mothes and Paloma Werner of Cape Town, South Africa, this just wasn’t the case.  Believe it or not, a whale landed on their sailboat while on the water Tuesday morning. Luckily, nobody was injured and the two were able to sail safely to shore. Many people do not take the time to insure their boats.  It it easy to fall into the classic mentality of “what could possibly go wrong?”, especially while sailing. If you are a boat owner, please take the time to check out our Watercraft insurance or give us a call at 860.684.5270 today for a free quote!

-The Paradiso Insurance Team