Frequently Asked Questions / Help
What is My Port of Call?
My Port of Call was developed by passionate boaters and sailors with extensive experience searching for boat slips across the world, often with much frustration and misinformation. Because we understand the unique needs of both boat and dock owners, we developed a comprehensive, user-friendly boat slip classifieds website to quickly and easily connect boaters looking for boat slip space with marinas and private boat slip owners seeking to rent or sell their boat slips or boat docks to responsible boat owners.
How do I search for a boat slip for rent or boat slip for sale?
It is FREE to search our database to locate available boat slips. Click the Find a Boat Slip page to begin your search. You may click any state on the U.S. map to retrieve all boat slip listings in that state, or you may use the search criteria below the map to retrieve boat slip listings based solely on your boat’s needs and your personal preferences. By selecting any combination of categories for your boat slip search, your search results will be targeted to your specific criteria, saving you time when searching for the perfect boat slip for rent or sale.
How do I list my boat slip for sale or rent?
Listing a boat slip for sale or rent on My Port of Call is easy and inexpensive. Simply click List a Boat Slip and complete the boat slip listing form, including your contact information so that prospects may contact you directly to inquire about renting or purchasing your boat slip. Click “Continue” and the bottom of the screen and you will be prompted to upload up to four images of your boat slip and enter your payment information. After you complete your listing, your boat slip will be immediately exposed to boaters across the world looking for boat slip or boat dockage space. Please contact us if you have any questions about the listing process.
How do I upload pictures of my boat slip?
After completing your information on the listing form, click “Continue” at the bottom of the screen and you will be prompted to upload up to four images of your boat slip.
What do I do if my boat slip pictures will not upload?
If your boat slip pictures will not upload, the most likely cause is that the size of photo is too large. Website photos have size restrictions due to page loading time. Simply use your photo editing software to create a small or thumbnail size image and attempt to upload the photo again.
What forms of payment are accepted for my boat slip listing?
We accept payment for your boat slip listings and other products via Paypal, Visa, Mastercard and American Express.
Do I need a Paypal account to purchase a boat slip listing?
No, you do not need a Paypal account to purchase a boat slip listing. We also accept credit card payments via Visa, Mastercard and American Express.
What is the difference between a basic boat slip listing and a featured boat slip listing?
A basic boat slip listing appears in random order based on a searcher’s specified location or search criteria. Featured boat slip listings are highlighted in blue and appear at the top of the search results for a specified location or an identified search category, thereby gaining better exposure to individuals searching for boat slip listings.
How much does it cost to place a boat slip listing on My Port of Call?
Both a basic boat slip listing and a featured boat slip listing are free for the first 30 days. After 30 days, a basic boat slip listing is $19.97 per month and a featured boat slip listing is $39.97 per month. After 30 days, your credit card will be charged automatically each month until you cancel your boat slip listing.
How long will my boat slip listing appear?
Your boat slip listing will appear continuously until you cancel your listing.
How do I edit my boat slip listing?
After you complete and purchase your boat slip listing, you will receive an access code that will allow you to edit your boat slip listing at any time before it expires. Therefore, it is very important that you provide us with a working email address to obtain your access code. To edit your boat slip listing, click on the List a Boat Slip page and then click Edit My Existing Listing at the top of the page. You will be prompted to enter your email address and access code to edit your boat slip listing.
How do I delete my boat slip listing once my boat slip is rented or sold?
If you would like to delete your boat slip listing, please contact us and we will delete the listing for you.
What do I do if I am interested in renting or purchasing a boat slip in the database?
If you are interested in a boat slip advertised in our database, please contact the owner directly. Each boat slip listing contains an email link, phone number and other contact information for the boat slip owner.
How do I contact My Port of Call?
If you have any questions regarding our boat slips listings or any suggestions for the website, we would love to hear from you. Please complete the email contact form, and we will promptly respond. We can also be reached at (502) 338-0429. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 701404, Louisville, Kentucky, 40202, United States of America.
What is My Port of Call’s Refund/Cancellation Policy?
My Port of Call offers a free 30-day listing to advertise your boat slip for sale or rent. If you cancel your boat slip listing within 30 days, your credit card will not be charged any listing fees. If you do not cancel your boat slip listing within 30 days, your credit card will be charged on the 31st day for the monthly listing fee. You will continue to be charged the monthly fee every 30 days until you cancel your boat slip listing. Once you cancel your boat slip listing, you will not incur any future monthly charges.
How do I sign up for My Port of Call’s Newsletter and email list?
By becoming a subscriber to My Port of Call’s Newsletter and email list, you will receive exciting and informative articles on boating and cruising life and special discounts on boating products and services available exclusively to our subscribers. It is FREE to join by simply entering your name and email address in the box to the right. Once you subscribe, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to confirm your email address. Your subscription will not be activated until you confirm your email. We require this extra step to ensure that you do not receive any unsolicited email and to protect your privacy.
How do I become an advertiser on My Port of Call’s website?
By becoming an advertiser on My Port of Call’s website, you will expose your product or service to a vast market of targeted boating enthusiasts. Because we specialize in boating and sailing, we only permit advertising of products and services of interest of boaters. Please contact us to request a free media kit containing our advertising options and pricing information.
What is My Port of Call’s privacy policy?
My Port of Call follows a strict privacy policy. We hate spam, and we know you do too.
What are My Port of Call’s terms of service?
Please review our terms of service pertaining to your usage of the website.
