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How to Make the Most of Virtual Boat Shows
Explore All the Options and Products from the Comfort of Your Own Home In 2021, Canadian Boat Shows are going virtual in response to efforts to get COVID-19 under control. Vendors, brokers and presenters have had to get creative in this new online space, but they’re taking the challenge and filling their sails. As […]
How to Name a Boat
Types of Powerboats
28 Motorboat Types – from Aft-Cabin to Walkaround If you’ve been browsing our listings for new and used boats, you likely have questions about sizes, styles, makes and models. Because the powerboat market is constantly changing, many categories of powerboats can share characteristics with another type of boat or yacht. As Western Canada’s yachting experts, […]
The Benefits of an Outboard Engine
Today’s Outboard Motors Aren’t What You Might Expect—They’re Even Better When shopping for a new boat, you’re going to need the right engine to make your time on the water as carefree as possible. While you might automatically think that an inboard will be quieter and more powerful, you might be surprised to know that […]
How Far Can Yachts Travel?
Pairing the Length of Your Trip with the Right Yacht Cruising the world is a dream for many, and there’s no better way to do it than in your own yacht. When it comes to the question of how far yachts can travel, there’s no one set answer for this. There are so many different […]
Vancouver Island Anchorages
How to Sail Around Vancouver Island The largest island off the West Coast of North America, Vancouver Island is a boater’s dream come true, offering every vista and experience you can possibly imagine. Sail alongside a pod of Pacific white-sided dolphins, explore ancient petroglyphs on shore and toast spectacular sunsets as your yacht bobs […]
Chartering Your Yacht
Understanding the Pros and Cons of Chartering Your Yacht Picture this scenario – you have just returned home from your very first outing on your brand new luxury motor yacht. While on holiday, you enjoyed a two-week, fun-filled vacation cruise down to California. Returning home feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, you look forward to the […]
Best Nature Spots on Vancouver Island
Top Nature Destinations from South to North Vancouver Island A haven for natural wonders, Vancouver Island has so many incredible places to experience. Depending on whether you’re looking for a day trip or a multi-day exploration, a coastal or an inland excursion, we’ve created a list of nature spots that you might not hear about […]
Introducing the Superyacht and Megayacht
11 Easy Knots for Boating
When it comes to boating equipment, there are many types of knots used for everything from securing line when mooring, handling heavy loads, towing and of course, adjusting your sails. As boating experts at Van Isle Marina, we’ve narrowed it down to this list of 11 tied and true (pun intended) knots, hitches and bends. […]