Does Your Family Love Boating?
Jimmy Buffett, the famous American singer and songwriter, was best known for his ‘island’ style of life and poems. He once wrote a poem about how life on a boat is good. Of course, his choice of a boat was a 124-foot yacht that he called the ‘Continental Drifter’.
Ever been tempted to bargain a good buy on that boat of your dreams? Or just straight out purchase one?
Contrary to popular belief, boating is an excellent investment for you and your family. Think about that scenario where you and your family are sitting around a deck, sipping cocktails while soaking up on some sunshine in the middle of the clear blue ocean, fishes swimming underneath you, a turtle swims by, waving his turtle fin as if to say ‘hello! Come into the warm water and swim with me!’. The different sounds the ocean and sea gulls rushing by, and there’s not a thought of anything on your mind, just a peaceful relaxed atmosphere waiting for you inhale it! Not a care in the world…
Wouldn’t that be the most marvellous thing, to be in that scenario and on your very own boat?
Did you know, that some studies show that boating, because it reduces stress and strengthens your mind and body, is one of those lesser known activities included in the category of a stress-relieving hobbies (or investment), to cherry on the topping is – with all that relaxation and stress-free living, you may even just extend your and your family’s life-span. Marine biologist Wallace J. Nichols once made a statement about how our brains react positively to water, and thus it calms us and puts us in a good mood whenever we are near it. Can there be any better reason for you to be in your boat on the ocean?
In other words, owning a boat helps you slow life down considerably and when you desire. It also helps you get connected to nature for once. Which isn’t always the case when you are in a busy and, not to mention, mundane lifestyle. Running around frantically, everyone and everything competing for your attention. So, if you choose to buy a used boat, and need a checklist, you can use this article as a guide: https://www.liveabout.com/buying-a-used-boat-for-water-sports-3440423
There are tons of advantages to owning a boat:
Boating does not have to be an exorbitant expense, it can be surprisingly affordable: Whatever your budget, there are motor boats for sale that are perfect for you and your family. Just because the idea of getting something that’s as big as or possibly bigger than your car, feels a bit intimidating, it is far from this. Make it a fun project, look for reputable boat sellers, research the different types of boats. You don’t even need to buy a new one, you can get used or refurbished one (which is better for the environment too) and you might find a bigger size in a used boat for the same cost of a small new one. You just need to look around and ask people who know a thing or two about them. Family owned Jerry’s Majestic in Lake Geneva is proud to offer you a huge variety tailored options for all your needs, to choose from. They have been in the boating business since 1984, so your bound to have a knowledgeable source.
Improves your business image: It wouldn’t be wrong to say that people’s perceptions about you, if you own a boat, go up by ten-fold. You automatically jump to a different class or stature in their eyes. Which can be a good thing if you need more business. There’s just something about doing business with a ‘wealthy’ person who has a boat. You can take your clients out on your boat to score some brownie points. Talk business on your boat in complete privacy. Your ‘fame’ quadrant goes up too! Just ask the people who own boats – they know all about the joys of owning a boat and live THE life. Not to mention they are possibly the most friendly and relaxed bunch you will ever meet.
You don’t need to book an expensive vacation for you or your family any more: just think about all those pain-staking and costly vacations you have been on with your family…all the separate expenses of accommodation, flights, car rental, recreational activities, food and drinks, dressing up, dressing down, small-talk …and the list goes on…Poof! Now they’re all gone. Because you have a boat! And the simple fact that the earth is covered by 71% water. Just think of all the different places you can sail to without having to rush or run around or get up early in the morning for breakfast at your hotel because you booked a bed and breakfast and feel guilty that you paid for it and will now need to use it. Sometimes its also good to take a break from people, and you can only do this on your boat. Find out more here .