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United States of AmericaGetting on the water in United States of America: ferries as transport, boats as recreation, and what ownership involves.
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Ferry routesPassenger and car ferries serving islands and coasts, seasonal timetables and where to book.🛥️
Boat rental & chartersDay hire, skippered charters and licence requirements for bareboat rental.⚓
Marinas & berthsBerth costs by boat length, waiting lists and winter storage near New York.📜
Owning a boatRegistration, VAT or import duty, insurance and boating licence rules for foreigners.🚤
Water taxis & river transportWhere boats are part of the daily commute.🌊
ConditionsHurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, blizzards, floods and West Coast earthquakes. Check seasonal sea state and local warnings.Official & reference sources
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