As America takes a new look at its priorities and people focus more on spending time with family and friends, the need for recreation becomes greater, and our options become wider. So, is boating an affordable alternative or out of reach? A weekend on the water is actually much more affordable than the common family weekend get-away. The following statistics illustrate what a STEAL OF A DEAL boating is:

Disney World Weekend Get-Away Two-night "mini-vacation" to the Mouse House for a family of four: - Hotel: $240 - Tickets: $344 - Meals: $394 - Parking: $12 - Snacks: $80 - Souvenirs: $200 Total: $1,270 Luxury Weekend Weekend get-away for Mom & Dad to a premier resort like LaCosta in San Diego: - Hotel: $1,080 - Spa Treatment: $200 - Golf: $100 - Parking: $440 - Babysitter $50 Total: $1,870

Weekend at NASCAR Weekend get-away for a family of four: - Hotel: $250 - Tickets: $360 - Meals: $210 - Parking: $30 - Snacks: $80 - Souvenirs: $120 Total: $1,050 A Weekend on the Water - Boat Payment: $282 - Insurance: $60 - Slip: $95 - Fuel: $60 - Maintenance: $40 - Food/Drinks: $200 Total: $737

All values listed (excluding A Weekend on the Water) are only for two days of fun. The boat payment, the insurance and maintenance costs for the boat are for an entire month! Dollar for dollar, there is no doubt that boating is one of the most affordable options available. Boating is not just a "weekend getaway"; it is a whole month on the water.

Come out to the Houston Summer Boat Show and experience the fun & affordable world of boating!

 
       
HOUSTON SUMMER BOAT SHOW
JUNE 21 - 25, 2006 - THE RELIANT CENTER

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