# Water-Friendly BBQ Boats This Boat BBQ Allows You to Grill on the Open Water By Sarah St.Jules | Published 2013-08-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boat-bbq References: [inewidea](http://www.inewidea.com/2013/07/31/55194.html) & [artthink.de](http://www.artthink.de/donut/deutsch/) Have you ever wanted to be out on the open water and whip up a tasty boat BBQ? If so, then the BBQ-Donut Boat is exactly what you are looking for. Shaped like a donut, this is a standard boat that comes equipped with a motor and seats. What is different about this boat is that there is a grill that is in the middle of it. With all the seats circled around the BBQ, boaters will be able to enjoy a party, and good food while out on the water. Having the capability to produce a boat BBQ may be just what you need to finish off the summer strong. This will be the ultimate [party vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bote-hangout-15), and everyone will want to come along for a ride. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Boat BBQ Trend:** Opportunity for companies to develop innovative boat designs that incorporate built-in BBQ grills for outdoor cooking experiences on the water. - **Water-based Party Trend:** Opportunity for event planning companies to create unique and memorable party experiences on the water, leveraging boat BBQs as a focal point. - **Outdoor Leisure Trend:** Opportunity for companies to cater to the demand for outdoor leisure activities by offering boat rentals or tours that feature boat BBQs as an added attraction. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Marine Recreation Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for manufacturers to produce boats with built-in BBQ grills, catering to boaters' desire for convenience and socializing on the water. - **Catering and Event Planning Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for catering companies and event planners to offer boat BBQ experiences as a unique and exciting option for parties and special events. - **Outdoor Recreation Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for outdoor recreation companies to incorporate boat BBQs into their offerings, attracting customers who seek new and enjoyable ways to spend time outdoors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Floating Bar-Style Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bote-inflatable-dock-hangout-classic.md) - [Mobile Motorized Inflatable Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goboat-20.md) - [Renewable Energy Camping Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adventure-boilgrill.md) - [Suitcase-Style Outdoor Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b2q-kit.md) - [Compact Fan-Equipped BBQs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbecue-nx-smart-grill.md) - [Sight-Seeing Hot Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicago-electric-boat-company.md) - [Communal Outdoor Cooking Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-grill-table.md) - [Mini Modular Outdoor Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-griller.md) - [Floating Cabana Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-cabana-bar.md)