How Long Does Fishing Line Last?

Saltwater reel and fishing line.

Fishing line can last for several years to a single season or less. How long the fishing line lasts depends on the type of fishing line you use. Braided line lasts the longest – up to several years. Monofilament and fluorocarbon fishing lines last the shortest amount of time and many need replacing after a […]

Tuna Fish Sizes: How Big Can Tuna Get?

Tuna Catch from Destin Charter Boat.

In terms of the biggest tuna ever caught, you are looking at a monster that weighed 1496 pounds. The beast was a bluefin tuna and was nabbed off the coast of Nova Scotia. How big do tuna get? Well, they grow huge, but the maximum size will depend on the species of tuna and the […]

How To Catch a Fish

An older gentleman fishing off a boat.

How to catch a fish might seem like a basic question but in reality, some species of game fish are very smart and elusive. It is those qualities that make them such popular targets among anglers of all skill levels. For those who are beginning anglers, the question of how to catch a fish is […]

What’s The Difference Between a Fishing Pole and Fishing Rod?

A silhouette of two men fishing with rods or poles.

Fishing pole vs. fishing rod – What’s the difference? Most anglers, today, use the two terms interchangeably, but there is a difference or two. A fishing rod has eyes or line guides and a reel seat to attach a reel to it. A fishing pole has none of those things. Before mass production, a fishing […]

Marlin vs Swordfish

off shore fishing in Destin FL

Marlin vs. swordfish – many anglers consider them the same fish. Is a marlin a swordfish? No, not at all. They are both referred to as billfish along with sail fin fish. However, they are different fish even though they look somewhat similar. Swordfish are not related to marlin, and they come from two different […]

Deep Sea Fishing in The Gulf of America

Gulf deep sea fishing. Rods and reels on charter boat out at sea.

Deep sea fishing Gulf of America waters is a life-changing experience that anglers love. Thanks to the shallow waters along the continental shelf that fade into deep water, the Gulf is a natural environment that produces monster fish. The 2,000 plus shipwrecks make a habitat for many of the game fish that angler seek. Big, […]

What to Bring on a Fishing Charter

Items to bring on a fishing charter trip - hat, sunglasses, shoes, etc.

What to bring on a fishing charter is perhaps one of the most frequently asked questions. So much so that we are devoting this blog to that subject. Fishing the Emerald Coast is a dynamic adventure. Whether you are fishing the shallows or fishing in deep water, your trip will be much more enjoyable if […]

How To Catch Blue Marlin in the Gulf

Rods and Reels on a charter boat, heading out to sea.

Blue Marlin is perhaps one of the most sought-after big game fish on the planet. The record for blue marlin in Florida is 1024 pounds. [1] Given both of these facts is the question, how do you catch a blue marlin in the Gulf? The simple answer is that you troll for these big trophy […]

Luxury Fishing Charters Explained

Charter Fishing Boats at Harborwalk Marina, Destin FL

Fishing can be hard work, but a luxury fishing charter takes the hard work out of fishing adventures. Often a luxury fishing boat is a higher-end unit with built-in accommodations that you would not find on most charter boats. Those amenities can include a range of options that not only allow you to enjoy fishing […]

How to Catch Amberjack

A man holding his 90 pound amberjack caught off the Finest Kind Charter Boat.

There are several options that work well for catching amberjacks. The top method is bottom bouncing or plunking. Both place your bait on the bottom of the water column. Another option is to troll for amberjack using natural or artificial bait. Amberjack fish can be difficult to catch, but focusing on bottom fishing or trolling will […]