Ten Questions to Ask Your Agent
It can seem overwhelming when you first start planning a houseboat vacation; but never fear, your houseboating agents are here! Ask your agent the following questions (and any others you can think up)...
View ArticleWhen Houseboating Agents Visit Lake Powell
Working in the houseboating industry has its perks. When our office of 4 was invited to experience a team houseboat trip first hand, we jumped at the chance to learn together. We had each been on our...
View ArticleThe California Delta - An Oasis for Boaters
An Oasis for boaters, birders and outdoor enthusiasts, California Delta has roughly 1000 miles of inland waterways, 200 species of birds alone and is considered to be a fisherman’s paradise! Salmon,...
View ArticleHouseboating Season - It's Not Over Yet!
If you were hoping to fit in a houseboat vacation this year, you haven't missed the boat (so to speak), there's still time! Most houseboat destinations rent at least through the month of September,...
View Article10 Reasons To Go Houseboating Part 1
Houseboat vacations are growing in popularity for many reasons. In our busy lives, planning our vacations is crucial! Giving us something to plan and look forward to improves our morale and state of...
View Article10 Reasons To Go Houseboating Part 2
6.Bonding- Enhanced family bonding. Let’s face it. Your kids are not getting any younger and they are not getting any less busy! Take advantage of every minute of togetherness on your houseboat...
View ArticleA Houseboat Vacation on the Shuswaps
Shuswap Lake sits nestled about halfway between Calgary and Vancouver in beautiful British Columbia, Canada. Affectionately referred to as "The Shuswaps," this area is a houseboating and recreational...
View ArticleAdvantages of Early Boarding
So you've booked a houseboat vacation (yay!) and now you're planning the logistics of getting there and planning your first day. Coordinating your arrival at the marina, timing your departure, and...
View ArticleYou Can Also at Lake Koocanusa
It’s not the first time we’ve blogged about visiting Lake Koocanusa and it surely won’t be the last. Although its name is a derivative of its location (Kootenai river; Canada; USA), we like to call it...
View ArticleStart Planning for 2017!
As the old adage goes, the early bird gets the worm. Planning a houseboat trip early has many benefits, the largest of which is that you can often take advantage of early booking discounts! We are...
View ArticleRaystown Lake-Pennsylvania's Hidden Heaven
Burrowed in the rolling green hills of south central Pennsylvania lies scenic Raystown Lake. Vast blue waters surrounded by lush forested shorelines provide a perfect setting for your peaceful...
View ArticleTwelve Days of Houseboating Christmas
Twelve Days of Houseboating ChristmasOn the First day of Christmas my true love gave to me – A houseboat trip for my fam'ly! On the Second day of Christmas my true love gave to me—2 tasty beers, and A...
View ArticleThank You for a Fantastic 2016!
Thank you to our amazing clients and partners for a fantastic 2016! As always, we are so grateful to you for making each year a great one. We are now currently taking reservations for next year, we...
View ArticleFlorida Keys - A Water Wonderland Island Vacation
The Florida Keys are a chain of Limestone and Oolite islands that extend from the southern tip of the Florida mainland southwest to the Dry Tortugas, a distance of about 220 miles. The upper Keys are...
View ArticleHouseboating Basics for First Timers
New to planning a houseboat vacation? Don’t know what to expect? You’ve come to the right place. This article will answer basic questions for the houseboating novice and act as a "cheat sheet" for...
View ArticleA Luxury Houseboat Vacation - Lake Travis, Texas
Lake Travis is known as the longest of the Highland Lakes and the largest and cleanest lake in Texas, only 25 miles from Austin. Lake Travis covers almost 19,000 acres and has 270 miles of shoreline....
View ArticlePopular Lake Powell Attractions
Sightseeing on Lake Powell is one of the most breathtaking things you will ever experience. Sparkling water surrounded by red rock cliffs gives the impression of floating in the Grand Canyon. With over...
View ArticleTips for Affordable Houseboating
A common misconception about houseboat vacations is that they’ll break the bank. On the contrary! There is a houseboat vacation for every group and every budget. At Houseboating.org, we’re here to help...
View ArticleIt's Not Too Late to Book Your 2017 Houseboat Vacation!
It's not too late! You can still reserve a houseboat vacation this year! Give us a call, we'd be happy to discuss availability and pricing options, and find the best combination for you and your group...
View ArticleLake Mead - The Blue Oasis
Lake Mead National Recreation Area (NRA) is the largest reservoir in the United States, measured by water capacity. It is located on the Colorado River about 24 miles from the Las Vegas Strip southeast...
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