Own the Boat. Not the Headache.
Experience the freedom of boat ownership without the full cost, maintenance and responsibilities of owning a boat alone.
- Unlimited Use
- Professionally Managed
- A Smarter Way to Own
Unlimited use is subject to scheduling, availability and the rules of each boat and program.
The smarter way to own
You want the boat. You don’t want everything that comes with it.
With BOATLUX you get all the joy of boat ownership without the stress, the unexpected costs and the time commitment. Our shared ownership model gives you the experience you want — with none of the headaches you don’t.
What owning a whole boat means
- 01The full purchase price
- 02Insurance
- 03Maintenance
- 04Storage
- 05Cleaning
- 06Repairs
- 07Preparation
- 08Management
- 09Depreciation
- 10Administrative responsibilities
There is another way.
The comparison
Traditional ownership vs. BOATLUX
Traditional Ownership
- You pay for the entire boat.
- You manage the boat.
- You manage maintenance.
- You manage insurance.
- You manage storage.
- You manage preparation.
- You carry the full ownership cost.
BOATLUX
- You own a share of the boat.
- Professional management.
- Maintenance management.
- Insurance management.
- Storage management.
- Boat preparation.
- Access to the BOATLUX network.
Services are provided through the applicable BOATLUX operation; scope may vary by boat and program.
Available boats
Find Your Boat.
Real boats, owned in shares, based in marinas across the BOATLUX network.
3boats
AvailableMiami, FL
2025 NHD 365 HT
$84,900Ownership share
Full boat value: $600,000
- Unlimited Use
- Professionally Managed
- GIU Eligible
Coming soonFort Lauderdale, FL
2025 OKEAN 52
$249,990Ownership share
Full boat value: $1,350,000
- Unlimited Use
- Professionally Managed
Coming soonMiami, FL
2015 Azimut 55S
$154,900Ownership share
Full boat value: $800,000
- Unlimited Use
- Professionally Managed
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Try widening your search, or tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll find it.
Find My BoatValues marked Example are illustrative. Unlimited use is subject to scheduling, availability and the rules of each boat and program.
The real value
Why buy the whole boat when you can own the experience?
Traditional ownership
$500,000
Full boat value
BOATLUX ownership
$90,000
Your share
Same boat. Same ocean. A different way to own.
Illustrative example based on a 37-foot express cruiser in Miami. Actual values vary by boat, location and program.
BOATLUX vs. boat clubs
A boat club rents you access. BOATLUX gives you ownership.
| — | Typical boat club | BOATLUX |
|---|---|---|
| What you buy | A membership: access to a shared fleet. | An ownership share in a specific boat. |
| Do you own something? | Usually not. You hold a membership. | Yes. You own a share through an ownership entity. |
| Which boat you use | Whichever boat the fleet has available. | Your boat, plus eligible boats in other markets through GIU. |
| What you pay | Typically an entry fee plus recurring dues, with no ownership in a boat. | A share of the boat’s value plus the applicable program costs. |
| Reservations | Per the club’s booking rules and limits. | Smart scheduling for your boat, subject to availability and program rules. |
| If you want out | Usually a cancellation or transfer on the club’s terms. | Your ownership interest can be transferred under the program rules. |
| Maintenance and network | Handled by the club, inside its own fleet. | Handled through the BOATLUX operation, within an international network. |
A general comparison. Terms vary by club and by BOATLUX boat and program. No club is referenced by name.
How it works
Four simple steps to get on the water.
01
Choose
Choose your boat, location and ownership share.
02
Book
Use the BOATLUX smart scheduling system to reserve your time on the water.
03
Enjoy
Arrive at the marina. Your boat is prepared, clean, fueled according to the applicable operating process and ready for your experience.
A captain can be available when needed or selected according to the applicable operation.
04
Leave
Enjoy your day. When you return, you leave the boat.
BOATLUX handles the applicable cleaning, maintenance, storage and operational processes.
Your day on the water ends when you leave the dock.
Unlimited use
More time on the water.
BOATLUX ownership is designed around unlimited use, not a fixed number of boating days a year. You book the time you want through smart scheduling, within the availability and the rules that apply to each boat and program.
Smart scheduling
Reserve your time on the water through the BOATLUX scheduling system.
Subject to availability
Time on the water depends on the boat’s schedule and on the bookings already made.
Program rules
Each boat and program has its own usage rules, shared with you before you join.
“Unlimited” means there is no fixed annual day count. It does not guarantee availability on any specific date or at any exact time.
Global International Use
One Ownership. A World of Possibilities.
With GIU — Global International Use — your primary ownership location is home, and you can potentially access eligible boats in other BOATLUX markets through the international network.
Example routes
- MiamiDubai
- MiamiSan Diego
- FloridaCalifornia
- United StatesEurope
Your boat may have one home. Your boating lifestyle doesn’t.
GIU access is subject to participating locations, availability and program rules.
The BOATLUX network
More Boats. More Destinations. More Possibilities.
You’re joining a network, not a single local operation.
- 700+Boats
- 90+Franchises
- 8,000+Users
- 15+Locations
- 5+Countries
Figures pending official confirmation.
Current locations
- Miami, FL
- Fort Lauderdale, FL
- West Palm Beach, FL
- Jacksonville, FL
- San Diego, CA
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Dubai, UAE
Coming soon
- Portofino, Italy
- Athens, Greece
- Tampa Bay, FL
- Charleston, SC
- Newport, RI
- Lake Travis, TX
- More U.S. coastal markets
- New European destinations
Your boat. Our system.
You own the boat. We manage the complexity.
Insurance
Managed through the applicable BOATLUX operation.
Maintenance
Scheduled and necessary maintenance, coordinated for you.
Storage
Professional storage and care.
Preparation
Your boat prepared for your arrival.
Support
Operational support throughout the ownership experience.
Think about where you’re going. Not what your boat needs.
Lifestyle
Your time. Your people. Your boat.
Family
Fishing
Friends
Sunset
Watersports
Lunch on the water
Ownership structure
A clear structure for shared ownership.
Each boat is held through an ownership entity — typically an LLC — and multiple ownership interests can participate in the same boat. The structure can vary by boat and program, so BOATLUX doesn’t set a fixed number of owners or shares.
The boat
One boat, professionally managed.
The ownership entity
An LLC structure holds the boat.
Ownership interests
Owners hold interests in the entity.
Find your boat
Find the Boat That’s Right for You.
Four quick choices. We’ll show you the boats that fit.
Let’s Find Your Boat.
Tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll connect you with the BOATLUX franchise best suited to your location, boating preferences and budget.
- Matched to your location
- Matched to your boating style
- Matched to your budget
Thank you. We have your request.
A BOATLUX franchise partner for your area will be in touch.
Owner stories
Real Owners. Real Experiences.
- DKSample story
“Owning a share of a bigger boat made more sense than owning all of a smaller one. GIU is the bonus.”
David K.
San Diego, CA
Owner since 2022 - JCSample story
“We spend our weekends on the water now. We arrive, the boat is ready — and when we leave, we just leave.”
Jennifer & Carlos R.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Owner since 2024 
Sample story“I wanted the boat. I just didn't want the responsibility that came with owning the whole thing.”
Michael T.
Miami, FL
Owner since 2023
FAQ
Questions, answered.
The essentials of shared ownership, in plain language. Can’t find yours? Tell us what you’re looking for.
Do I actually own part of the boat?
Yes. You acquire an ownership interest in the entity (LLC structure) that holds the boat. Your ownership documents describe your interest and your rights in detail.
How is BOATLUX different from a boat club?
A boat club sells a membership to use a shared fleet: you pay an initiation fee and monthly dues, but you never own a boat. With BOATLUX you own a share of a specific boat through its ownership entity, share its operating costs with the other owners of that boat, and can sell or transfer your share. BOATLUX still handles management, maintenance, storage and preparation.
How does the ownership structure work?
Each boat is held by its own ownership entity, and multiple ownership interests participate in the same asset. The number of interests can vary by boat and program.
How does unlimited use work?
There is no traditional fixed number of annual days. You book through the smart scheduling system, subject to availability and the applicable rules of each boat and program.
How does scheduling work?
Owners reserve time through the BOATLUX scheduling system, designed to distribute access fairly among the owners of each boat.
What is GIU?
GIU — Global International Use — lets eligible owners potentially access BOATLUX boats in other participating markets, subject to availability and program rules.
Can I use boats in other locations?
Through GIU, eligible owners may access boats in participating locations across the international BOATLUX network.
Who manages maintenance?
BOATLUX coordinates scheduled and necessary maintenance through the local operation, so your boat is ready when you are.
Who manages insurance?
Insurance is managed through the applicable BOATLUX operation.
Who handles storage?
Professional storage and care are handled by the local BOATLUX operation.
Can I use a captain?
Yes — a captain can be available when needed or selected according to the applicable operation.
Can I sell my ownership interest?
Ownership interests can be transferred according to your ownership documents. Your local franchise assists with the process.
What happens if I want to upgrade?
Talk to your local franchise about moving to a different boat or share as inventory becomes available.
Where are BOATLUX boats available?
Current locations include Florida, California, Brazil and the UAE, with new markets, including Europe, coming soon.
Love the model? Build the business.
If you see an opportunity beyond boat ownership, discover how you can become a BOATLUX franchisee and build a shared-ownership business in your market.