The New England Boat Show is the largest and most prestigious boat show in the Northeast. Typically held in February, this year’s 52nd annual New England Boat Show will set sail for Boston with a new arrival date, January 12 _ 20, 2008 , at the new Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC). This 9-day event will feature more than 1,000 fully-rigged boats and 500 exhibits showcasing the latest powerboats, sail boats, engines and marine electronics and accessories for the upcoming boating season.