Category Archives: Industry Shows

What’s going on at the Shows, Events, and Companies in the Charter Industry

Winners of the 2011 Antigua Charter Yacht Show: Chef’s Culinary Challenge and Table Setting Competition

The culinary challenge is a much anticipated annual event that gives charter yacht chefs the opportunity to participate in an extravaganza of epicurean artistry and splendor, and be recognized and rewarded for their extraordinary talents. This ...

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Antigua Charter Yacht Show: A Bird`s Eye View from the Crows Nest

Our most daring charter expert climbed 45 meters up to the crows nest on board charter sailing yacht MARIE to capture bird`s eye images of the 2011 Antigua Charter Yacht Show. MARIE is one of our favorite sailing yachts, the crew are delightful and most ...

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Marvelous Yachts on Display at the Antigua Charter Yacht Show

Sometimes it's the little things that make the big difference. With more than 100 yachts open for viewing the details become paramount in choosing which of these stunning yachts and skillful crews to highlight. Here are some of the favorites thus far: MELINKA is a ...

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More than 100 Spectacular Luxury Charter Yachts in Attendance at the 2011 Antigua Charter Yacht Show

It is the 50th anniversary of the Antigua Charter Yacht Show and reasons for the longevity of the popular event abound. The show sets the stage for charter agents to view the stunning array of availabilities for the forthcoming Caribbean charter season, to meet ...

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The Judges Decide: 2011 BVI Charter Yacht Show Best in Show Awards

The Charter Yacht Society of the BVI hosted the 30th Annual BVI Charter Yacht Show, November 8-11.  There were many wonderful events organized for attendees that culminated with a gala Farewell Dinner for all charter brokers ...

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JetLev Debuts Water Propelled Jetpack at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Jetlev, ambitiously described by the company as applicable to firefighting, search and rescue, marine structure inspection and repair, and peacekeeping, is certainly an unusual device. The propulsion engine, fuel and related systems are housed in a separate trailing vessel about the size of

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FLIBS 4th Annual Perfect Setting Challenge 2011: Wow is the Factor

This annual event at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show highlights the extraordinary talents of individual crews in creating a lavish presentation that demonstrates their unique skills and creativity in table dressing. This year the ...

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Nordhavn 86 Expedition Yacht Debuts at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Oct. 27-31

The transoceanic Nordhavn 86 explorer will make her public debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show this week. The N86 is the first superyacht launched by Pacific Asian Enterprises Inc. (PAE). According to the company, it is the success of the hull that ...

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Fabulous Feadships: Superyacht HELIX, Luxury Charter Yacht GO and Concept QI, Make US debut at FLIBS

The 146’6” superyacht HELIX and the 128’ charter yacht GO are head-turning yachts that should not be missed at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. The brand-new Feadship HELIX is the latest in the successful F45 custom-series and features a superb nautical ...

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New Yachts Debuting at the 2011 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Oct. 27-31

Cigarette Racing Team will unveil its new generation of performance boats with a new model debut at the Show. Other models on display include: 39 Top Gun Unlimited, 39 Top Fish Cuddy and 39 Top Fish Open. [caption id="attachment_5598" align="alignleft" width="240" ...

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