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It’s A Boat. It’s A Hot Tub. It’s Both!

What if I told you that you could luxuriate in a hot tub while on a boat? You’d probably say, “Big deal. Lots of boats have hot tubs. Some even…

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What if I told you that you could luxuriate in a hot tub while on a boat? You'd probably say, "Big deal. Lots of boats have hot tubs. Some even have swimming pools and buffets." What if I told you the entire boat was the hot tub?

Normally, you wouldn't want the majority of your boat filled with water, but in this case it's exactly what you want. Mini hot tub boats are a thing in Europe and we need them here. Imagine cruising around Lake Wylie any time of year in your own floating Jacuzzi.

The video below is from a lake in Switzerland. Hot tub boats are also popular on canals and rivers in the Netherlands and UK. It looks like a fine way to relax and take in the scenery.

Phil Harris is 50% of "Phil & Mel in the Afternoon" on K104.7. He has been with the station since 2013 and on the air in Charlotte since 2000. Before coming to the Queen City, Phil worked for radio stations in Pittsburgh, Austin, and Seattle. In addition to the weekly "Throwback Threesome" music video feature, Phil writes about things that matter to Charlotte sports fans and pet owners. He happens to be both.