Monthly Archives: January 2011

Boot Düsseldorf 2011

The world’s largest yacht and watersports show has already opened its doors for the 2011 season on Saturday, Jan. 22, but don’t worry there’s still a few days left to catch the boot Düsseldorf 2011 show. The last day is … Continue reading

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Righting a Capsized Vessel

Last week, when a canoe capsized on a weir in Worchestershire, UK, a passing dragon boat rescued two canoeists from the water. While some of the rescuers were pulled down by the water, in the end, everyone was able to … Continue reading

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Not Your Typical Houseboat

When we think of houseboats, we often imagine simple, vernacular boats that are used for recreational purposes or basic shelter for those in distant lands. They are typically homes on water with broad bases to maximize stability and are moored … Continue reading

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Dubai International Boat Show

One of this year’s highlights in the boating world will be the Dubai International Boat Show, which is due to take place from the 1st to the 5th of March 2011. The show is to be held at the Dubai … Continue reading

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