Boat captains have found a whole new career option with the emergence of the sharing economy and boat sharing. In the same way that Uber has created a new gig option for those who want to drive cars for a living or Airbnb has created an option for homeowners with an extra room to earn income. Boat sharing paves the way for ...

Captain Chase is one of many charter boat captain success stories from Boatsetter. He’s been a Boatsetter captain since the South Florida based boat sharing startup’s inception and has enjoyed the ride. Here’s his Boatsetter story in his own words: “I’ve watched Boatsetter grow strong since I started ...

Life as a yacht captains is a mixed bag of working hard and playing hard while simultaneously experiencing some of the world’s most exotic and luxurious locations, all from the best vantage point – the helm of a boat. In many instances, however, the old adage becomes true. “All good things must come to an end.” At some point in the ...

Hiring a charter boat captain to navigate your day on the water is a great way to experience all that the water has to offer while avoiding any stress or all the responsibilities associated with handling the boat. When you use a boat sharing company such as Boatsetter to choose your boating transportation, it is quick and easy to ...

Do you think you’re cut out to be a boat captain? In addition to general boating and safety knowledge and on-water experience, there are several other qualities that make up a good charter boat captain. Before you hang out your sign and start signing people up for water-based fun in the sun, take a minute to answer a few quick ...