The Boat Company Selected as a 2025 Good Housekeeping Family Travel Awards Winner

Nov 14

PONTE VEDRA, Fla., Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Boat Company, a leader in family-friendly, sustainable, luxury cruising experiences, announced today its selection as a winner in the Good Housekeeping 2025 Family Travel Awards. Recognized for its exceptional service, unique itineraries, and commitment to creating memorable, stress-free vacations for families, The Boat Company has earned a coveted spot among the best in the travel industry.

The MV MIST COVE, one of two old world luxury yachts owned and operated by The Boat Company in Southeast Alaska's Inside Passage.

The Good Housekeeping Family Travel Awards honor companies that excel in offering products and services tailored to the needs of families. The Boat Company stood out for its innovative approach to family travel, providing customized private and semi-private cruise charter experiences that cater to all ages and interests.

Whether it's a relaxing week on the water for the grandparents, to sustainable, educational experiences for children through on-board naturalists, or luxurious amenities for parents, The Boat Company's offerings are designed to create unforgettable experiences for families seeking adventure and relaxation on the waters of Southeast Alaska's Inside Passage, and Tongass National Forest.

"We are thrilled and honored to be recognized by Good Housekeeping," said Hunter McIntosh, President & Executive Director of The Boat Company. "This award is a testament to our commitment to providing families with a unique and enriching travel experience. We understand that family vacations are a time to make lasting memories, and we're dedicated to ensuring that every moment spent with us is special."

The Boat Company has consistently received praise for its exceptional customer service, attention to detail, and ability to cater to the unique needs of families traveling together, and a focus on sustainability.

The 2025 Family Travel Awards winners were chosen based on a rigorous selection process that included expert reviews, consumer feedback, and real-world testing by Good Housekeeping's team of editors. The Boat Company is proud to join an esteemed list of travel companies that are making family vacations more enjoyable, accessible, and memorable.

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(THE BOAT COMPANY WILL ALSO BE FEATURED IN THE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2025 PRINT ISSUE)

Hunter McIntosh

Hunter Hartford McIntosh, President of The Boat Company, is a true guardian of the environment and is passionate about sustainability and working to create commercially viable industries in eco-tourism and the fishing community. He is inspired by a family legacy of environmental education, philanthropy and conservation that protects our natural resources for future generations. Hunter is steadfast on preserving nature through his work with at The Boat Company.

Hunter is proudly carrying on the family legacy of conservation and shares The Boat Company’s vision at national conferences where he has spoken on the topic of Sustainable Tourism. He has been a speaker at the World Green Energy Symposium on multiple occasions, The International Ecotourism Society Annual Conference, as well as the American Society of Travel Agents Cruise West Symposium, and Cruise World (the largest single conference dedicated to cruise travel in the United States).