Happy Thanksgiving
This time of year our thoughts are turned towards feelings of gratitude. As we reflect on the things that we are grateful for here at Houseboating.org, our first thought is of you, our customers. We...
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From the waters of Lake Powell - A client's perspective
From the parking lot I surveyed the vast landscape that stretched before me in every direction. I'd seen the pictures and studied the maps before booking, of course. But nothing prepared me for this....
View ArticleThe Benefits of Early Planning
As the saying goes, the early bird gets the worm. Planning your houseboat trip early has many benefits. The biggest benefit of course is that you can often take advantage of early booking discounts. We...
View ArticleFrom the Waters of Norris Lake
Nestled between East Tennessee ridges, Norris Lake points the way to Cumberland Gap and the historic Wilderness Trail marked by Daniel Boone. This gorgeous clear water lake winds through 129 miles of...
View ArticleFrom the Waters of The Erie Canal
When I was little I learned a folk song about a mule named Sal who helped build the Erie Canal. This was one of my favorite songs as a child and one that my sister and I still find ourselves singing...
View ArticleFrom the Waters of Lake Billy Chinook
Lake Billy Chinook, located just 45 minutes North of Bend, Oregon has been described as the Grand Canyon of Oregon. Set in towering canyon walls, formed by lava rock, the scenery is breathtaking and a...
View ArticleFrom the Waters of the Illinois River Valley
The Illinois River Valley, rich in history and abundant in nature, is a natural escape from today's hectic world.A mere 90 miles from Chicago, you will be transported to a different world when you...
View ArticleWhat's up with the water at Lake Shasta?
Undoubtedly, if you've been houseboating on any lake, you notice that the water level changes on a regular basis. On Shasta Lake, the water level is determined by the Bureau of Relclamation via the...
View ArticleSizzling Summer Savings
It's been a while since we've posted and we are sorry! We hope you've missed us as much as we've missed you! Summer is well underway and it is a hot one! The Lakes are all bustling with happy...
View ArticleLabor Day Weekend Straight Ahead!
If you are sitting at home, kicking yourself for not planning your Labor Day Weekend on the Lake...turn that frown upside down! Although availability is limited, it's not too late to book your...
View ArticleFrom the Waters of Lake Lanier
Is Georgia on your mind? Well it should be! Georgia is home to the vast and diverse Lake Lanier. Forty five minutes from Atlanta, this reservoir was created by Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River in...
View ArticleHappy Thanksgiving!
In mid November, we find ourselves days away from a time filled with family, football, and fantastic meals. Through daydreams of buttered mashed potatoes and tasty pumpkin pie, thoughts of thanks...
View ArticleWhat's New for 2012?
We've been cooking up some new things for 2012 here at Houseboating.org and we thought we'd let you in on the excitement. First and foremost, we are soon to unveil a brand new web design! With even...
View ArticleFrom the Waters of Voyageurs National Park
Nearly 200 years ago, voyageurs paddling birch bark canoes full of animal furs and trade goods journeyed through the channels of what is now Michigan's Northern Waters. Today, park goers, fisherman,...
View ArticleFrom the Waters of the Florida Keys
Fifty miles south of Miami begins the famous coral archipelago of the Florida Keys. Consistently warm weather and white sandy beaches brings hundreds of visitors from across the United States to this...
View ArticleFrom the Waters of Lake Mead
We often receive phones calls from concerned clients saying "I heard that Lake Mead will be dry by 2013!" While that has been, and probably will continue to be, a very popular rumor, the truth is that...
View ArticleTop Things to Do on Lake Powell
Welcome to our new blog series, Top things to do on your houseboat adventure! Many people have heard about houseboating but they have no idea where to start. Others have a lake in mind but have no...
View ArticleTop Things to Do on Lake Mead
Did you know that Anchovies are rumored to be the best bait to catch Stripers? They are a favorite among fisherman during the Spring striper season at Lake Mead, which has some of the largest ever...
View ArticleTop Things to do on Lake Shasta!
Nestled in the beautiful Trinity National Forest in Northern California is the ever popular Lake Shasta, created by the 2nd largest man-made dam in the US. As you glide along the beautiful waters,...
View ArticleTop things to do at Sanibel and Captiva Islands!
Just off the southern west coast of the Sunshine State lies the Sanibel and Captiva Islands. As you approach these islands from the mouth of the Caloosahatchee River, you'll be greeted with picture...
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