# On-Demand Boating Apps 'HOBA' Lets Users Book a Boat Trip Whenever They Want By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-01-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-a-boat-trip References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/hoba) & [hobarides](http://www.hobarides.com/index.html) Taking the time to book a boat trip often requires extensive planning and scheduling, but 'HOBA' aims to change things up. Designed with an on-demand interface like [Uber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finishd-app), 'HOBA' enables users to chat directly with captains that are in the area, choose a time to set sail, pay directly from the app and much more. Taking to the water is a great way to explore a new location when you're [on vacation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holicay), but travelers are often only privy to preset trips or what's available through their hotel. 'HOBA' makes it far better to book a boat trip without having to follow the traditional course in order to get a more exclusive experience and never feel like they've missed out on a great time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **On-demand Boating:** The on-demand boat rental trend presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the transport and tourism industries. - **Direct Booking Interfaces:** Innovative booking interfaces like HOBA present opportunities for improved user experiences and revenue growth in the travel and hospitality industries. - **Exclusive Experiences:** Apps like HOBA that offer unique and exclusive experiences could disrupt the traditional tourism and vacation industries. ### Who This Affects Most - **Travel:** The on-demand boating trend creates a competitive edge for companies in the travel industry who adopt this feature. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can integrate apps like HOBA to offer exclusive experiences for guests and increase revenue streams. - **Transport:** On-demand boat rental apps like HOBA present an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the transport industry, changing the ways consumers view boating transportation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hot Tub Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacruzzi.md) - [On-Demand Electric Boat Taxis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-boat-taxi.md) - [Network-Forging Nautical Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boating-apps.md) - [Mobile Motorized Inflatable Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goboat-20.md) - [AI-Powered Travel Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wanderboat-ai.md) - [Worldwide Boat Rental Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/getmyboat-2022.md) - [Beach Booking Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beachmaster.md) - [Advanced App-Connected Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wajer-44-yacht.md) - [AI Cruise Booking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cruisen.md)