Winterfest 2009 is a truly unique Boat Parade sponsored by the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. The boat lineup for the parade starts near Riverwalk and then travels north on the intercoastal route to Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach.

The 38th annual Winterfest Boat Parade is being held on Dec. 12 this year. This dazzling exhibition of decorated boats and homes has been named by USA Today as one of the “Top 20 Parades in the World.” Thousands of boats take part in the parade and up to one million spectators are expected.

Check out this YouTube Video from Winterfest 2007.

The 33m Curvelle power catamaran yacht is being offered with through an innovative Fractional Ownership system that allows 1 to 8 owners to each purchase a share of ownership. For many people, Fractional Ownership may be a more practical and economical way to purchase a yacht. Each owner enjoys at least 5 weeks of cruising per year for a total investment of 1 million euros. Two Curvelle yachts are planned to be completed by the 2010 season. According to Luuk V. van Zanten, Curvelle Marketing Director, each owner will feel like the yacht is their own private vessel. “Our management will enhance the experience by ensuring the owner and his family know they are aboard their own yacht. Details such as diet, drink preferences, family photos and furnishing layout will all be ready for the owners arrival.” Read more Fractional Ownership at the Curvelle website.

The 2009 St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show will be held Dec. 3-6 along the scenic waterway in St. Petersburg, Florida. In addition to a full display of more than 400 new and used boats, a variety of special events will be held in conjunction with the ninth annual St. Petersburg Boat Show. Kids can learn how to fish at free “Hook the Future” fishing clinics for kids. The St. Pete Cruisers’ Party will celebrate the cruising lifestyle. Sail America will be presenting a Marine Meteorology Weather Course, and there will also be a variety of free sailing, fishing and power boating seminars. There will also be tents showcasing the latest in marine accessories and gear.

For more information, see the St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show website.