Do you know anyone who wants to make the houseboat ownership jump but shies away because they worry they don't know the ropes well enough? Or maybe someone who wants to try the exotic or exciting houseboat rental vacation but is too nervous about the details of commanding such a big vessel for the first time? Maybe that person is you!

The good news is, there are plenty of resources out there to help you. Aside from your much beloved team here at Houseboat magazine, of course. Here's a neat little DVD that will illustrate our point well--Houseboats: Lifestyle of Luxury. For only $29.95, you can watch exactly how to gain the beginning captain skills that will give you or a fellow enthusiast the confidence to get out there and get a taste of the lifestyle. 

Covering topics from maneuvering and navigation skills to docking, anchoring, beaching, and basic maintenance and operation, you can also get a good look at the beautiful variety of houseboats that are out there.