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For yacht lovers, boat shows offer the same experience as any milestone event—they’re memorable, fun, and potentially life-changing. Just ask the tens of thousands of owners around the world who buy new vessels every year at the top shows. Starting with the Cannes Yachting Festival in September and ending with the Newport Yacht Charter Show in June, the show “season” moves around the world, displaying the newest motor yachts at Cannes in September and the world’s largest superyachts at Monaco at the end of the month. From there, the show season moves on to Fort Lauderdale in October, moving month by month around the globe to the world’s major yachting capitals.

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Opening days of every boat show share one common feature: The excitement is electric. Not only have the shipyards spent months, and even years, readying new yachts for their public debuts, but the visitors are also excited to finally be stepping aboard yachts they’ve read about and aspire to own. Yachts remain the ultimate discretionary purchase—the one item owners don’t need but often cannot do without. That’s partly because they have become modern, luxury apartments on the water, rivaling any new high-rise condo.

But the main reason people love boats so much is the freedom they offer. No other shoreside home can match a yacht’s portability. Owners can enjoy the world’s richest view of the Monte Carlo skyline, steps away from the city’s shops and restaurants, and then snorkel in an empty cove on a remote Greek island a week later. Take that scenario, transplant it to wherever water exists, and imagine the possibilities. You can see why the boat show has become such a must-attend event for yacht lovers. Here are 16 of the world’s best shows.

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Boot Düsseldorf

Scheduled for January 19 to 27, 2019, Boot Düsselforf will be celebrating 50 years in 2019, and tickets will go on sale in September. Sixteen exhibition halls spread out over 2,368,060 square feet make up the boat show, which offers up 18 themed areas celebrating all things water. These include the Sailing Center, Motorboats, Superyachts, Travel, the Dive Center, Beach World, the World of Paddling, the Refit Center, and the Sportfishing Center, among others. Watch for superyachts from Azimut, Ferretti, Princess, Fairline, and Sunseeker in the motor-yacht category.

If you prefer sailing, you can check out models from Amel, Bénéteaum, CNB, Nautor’s Swan, Solaris, and more. In addition to the large yachts, tenders for those yachts are on display, as well. If you get tired of touring the yacht halls, head to The Wave for some surfing or the Dive Center for diving. In 2018, 1,923 exhibitors from 68 different countries participated, and 247,000 visitors attended from 102 countries. Organizers are expecting more for the 50th anniversary.  —Danielle Cutler

If you’re envisioning a romantic Valentine’s-weekend holiday, nothing could be more magical than Miami during the two boat shows held over Valentine’s Day each year. If you already have plans, consider heading to the United Arab Emirates at the end of the month for a winter warmup at the Dubai show.

Miami International Boat Show

One of two Miami shows held on the same dates, the Miami International Boat Show (MIBS), held February 14 through 19, 2019, used to be a small-boat show in the Miami Beach Convention Center. The largest boat was less than 50 feet in length. Two years ago, MIBS moved to the Miami Marine Stadium on Key Biscayne, and it transformed almost overnight into a world-class, on-water show. More than 1,300 boats are on display from 170 builders from the U.S., Europe, and Asia.

The organizers also moved its sailboat show to Virginia Key last year, adding a new component as well as offering hands-on instruction and displays from hundreds of equipment and electronics manufacturers. The show is just minutes from the village of Coconut Grove—with its charming cafés, parks, and shops—and downtown Miami, with the art galleries and restaurants in the hip section of Brickell. Between MIBS’ new location and the Miami Yacht Show on South Beach, Miami is definitely the place to be for yachties in February.  —Geri Ward

Miami Yacht Show

Formerly Yachts Miami Beach and then the Miami Yacht Show on Collins Avenue, the Miami Yacht Show  is scheduled for February 14 to 18 in 2019 at its new location in Biscayne Bay between the Venetian and MacArthur causeways, which is just north of downtown Miami. The new venue is closer to superyacht -lovers’ Superyacht Miami at Island Gardens Deep Harbour marina on Watson Island, which hosts the show’s large yachts—up to 500 feet.

Show organizers expect more than 500 boats and yachts, additional parking and on-land exhibit space, and a new AquaZone, where guests will find demos from Flyboard, SeaBob, Rover Boat Board, underwater drones, and more. Be sure to check out the luxury automobiles, private jets, and art on display, as well.

Guests who prefer traveling as a VIP have the option of buying the VIP Experience package ($150), which includes show entry, access to the VIP lounge, and transportation to Superyacht Miami. Don’t underestimate the VIP lounge—this is where you go to get out of the sun, take advantage of the open bar and hors d’oeuvres, and take in the happy-hour events.

Watch for yachts from Amels, Benetti, Heesen, Oceanco, Christensen, Westport, Feadship, and many more.  —D.C.

Dubai International Boat Show

Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS), scheduled for February 26 to March 2, 2019, is a true crossroads of the yachting world, bringing together 26,000 visitors from 76 countries. The show has all the major U.S. and European yacht brands, not to mention local yards like Gulf Craft, which has found an international following for its Majesty superyachts. DIBS’ organizers relocated the show last year to Dubai Creek, a more intimate and elegant setting for the exhibitors and visitors.

Beyond the yachts displayed at the marina and along Superyacht Avenue, the show also has a Super Car Promenade, Luxury Boulevard (with luxury goods and decor), and Dive ME Expo to promote the region’s exceptional reefs. Dubai, of course, is known for its international lifestyle, and that shows up in restaurants like the Armani Hotel as well as the cafés on the Dubai Marina. The Emirate also has world-class shopping centers like the Dubai Mall, with its top-brand stores and glassed-in indoor ski slopes with real snow, or Saga World Dubai, which displays exceptional masterpieces of jewelry, watches, carpeting, and artwork. The Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, features a 124th-floor observation deck that gives exceptional views of the fast-growing city.  —G.W.

Palm Beach International Boat Show  Photo: J Christopher Photography

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Palm Beach International Boat Show

Palm Beach International Boat Show , held March 28 to 31, 2019, was once an afterthought to the Fort Lauderdale and Miami shows; however, it has been steadily growing over the last few years, adding extra dock space, more yacht brands, and ever-larger yachts. It now has $1.2 billion worth of boats on display. It’s also in the admirable position of offering the same levels of quality and excellent weather as the other major shows, but without the big crowds. This year, Palm Beach introduced a VIP Experience that includes a dockside indoor club with open bar, hors d’oeuvres, and other luxuries that make it an oasis in the heart of the show.

The event also features a cool AquaZone, which has demos of jetpacks, electric surfboards, paddleboarding, and many new water toys. For a break from the show, the shopping on Worth Avenue is similar to Rodeo Drive or Fifth Avenue, but without the urban background. The exhibits at the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum or shows at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts are also cultural distractions in one of America’s wealthiest zip codes.  —G.W.

Singapore Yacht Show 

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Singapore Yacht Show

Showcasing top-notch yachts, supercars, luxury fashion, watch and jewelry brands, and more, the Singapore Yacht Show  is scheduled for April 11 through 14, 2019, at One°15 Marina in Sentosa Cove on Sentosa Island. Supported by the Singapore Tourism Board and the international yachting community, guests can explore such on-water yacht exhibitors as Azimut, Benetti, Feadship, Ferretti, Gulf Craft, Heesen, Lürssen, Monte Carlo Yachts, Sanlorenzo, Westport, and others. The 2018 show hosted more than 15,000 visitors over the four days, spread out over the almost 90,500 square feet of exhibition space, and featured more than 90 yachts and 14 world and Asia debuts.  —D.C.

MYBA Charter Show  Photo: Paul McDermott

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MYBA Charter Show

Head to Barcelona for the MYBA Charter Show on April 30 to May 3, 2019, at OneOcean Port Vell. Tailored to professionals in the charter-yacht industry, the 2018 event featured 53 yachts, 96 exhibitors, and 1,885 attendees. Events include the annual chefs’ competition, pitting yacht chef and crew against yacht chef and crew to determine which team has the best Meet and Greet process, “tablescaping” display, and, of course, food. The 2018 challenge was for each participating chef to prepare five different finger foods to be eaten without cutlery, breaking down to three savory and two sweet items. Legendary yachts such as Oceanco’s 269-foot Alfa Nero and the 254-foot explorer yacht Legend from Icon Yachts participated in 2018, along with their representatives Burgess and Camper & Nicholsons, respectively.  —D.C.

The Mediterranean Yacht Show in Nafplion, Greece.  Photo: Courtesy of The Mediterranean Yacht Show presented by the Greek Yachting Association in Nafplion, Greece.

Presented each year for yachting professionals by the Greek Yachting Association in Nafplion, Greece, the  Mediterranean Yacht Show  also showcases charter yachts, parties aboard those yachts (allowing guests to get to know each other and the crew), and a chefs’ competition. The fifth edition of MEDYS proved to be the best yet, with 107 charter yachts and more than 400 yachting professionals from all corners of the globe, making it the largest event of its kind in the Eastern Mediterranean. The GYA expects an even larger number of yachts for 2019, currently estimated to be 120. The 2019 show is scheduled for May 4 to 8, a day longer than the 2018 event. —D.C.

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Take a break from the Hamptons and head to Newport, Rhode Island, to catch a glimpse of the large yachts in town for the charter show.

Newport Charter Yacht Show

One of two summer yacht shows, set in America’s sailing capital, is unique because only charter yachts take part. The Newport Yacht Charter Show , which will be held June 17 to 20 in 2019, is a professionals-only event designed to show the high standards of the charter sector to owners and brokers, with four days of open houses on the yachts. During the last show, the 24 charter yachts ranged from the 198-foot Blue Moon to the 54-foot sailing-catamaran Tohora , with most of the fleet measuring over 100 feet.

The chefs demonstrate their cooking prowess with specially prepared luncheons for brokers, while captains show each yacht’s unique features (water toys, luxury saloons, or beach clubs). The crew and owners even participate in costumed events which, in 2018, included Super Heroes and Under the Big Top. There are best-dessert contests among the chefs as well as “tablescaping” and specialty cocktail competitions. Newport, with its 19th-century mansions on the Cliff Walk and boutiques on Thames Street, makes the perfect New England backdrop for the show. —G.W.

Cannes Yachting Festival  Photo: Jerome Kelagopian/©Yachting Festival Cannes — Abracadabra Studios

If you’re ready for a cool-down from your blazing-hot summer, Australia’s winter weather—with highs in the 50s—might be a welcome reprieve.

Sydney International Boat Show

Sydney’s International Convention Centre and adjacent Cockle Bay Marina in Darling Harbour played host to the 51st edition of the Sydney International Boat Show from August 2 through 6, 2018. The event features not only yachts of all sizes from respected builders around the world but also all sorts of accessories, demonstration pools, and master classes. Plus, the Australia International Dive Expo has joined in the fun. I would recommend catching your breath while swilling a glass of bubbly at the outdoor Champagne and oyster bar on the event deck. Dates have not yet been announced for 2019. —D.C.

September is a good time to book that Airbnb in the South of France for the whole month so you can hit up all the boat shows. In between Cannes and Monaco, don’t forget to head to Southampton and Genoa to catch the shows there.

Cannes Yachting Festival

Cannes might be better known for its film festival, but the Cannes Yachting Festival —September 11 to 16, 2018—attracts more visitors and is the official launch of the yachting season. Last year on its 40th anniversary, the show had 600 boats on display, including yachts over 150 feet as well as 108 world premieres. Like the film festival, the world’s boat builders understand it’s important to be seen at Cannes. The largest new launch in the 2018 show will be the Baglietto 48 Displacement, a 158-foot superyacht designed by Francesco Paszkowski, with other launches by Custom Line, Ferretti Yachts, Conrad, Nautor’s Swan, and more than 100 others. Because France is such a mecca of sailing, the show also has a large selection of sailboats and multihull yachts. More than 50,000 visitors, about half of which came from outside France, are expected to visit the show to see the new yachts of the season. There’s typically a lively, friendly feel on the crowded docks as the builders can finally reveal yachts that will establish the latest trends in design and performance. Located in the heart of the city, dozens of cafés, bars, and restaurants are within a five-minute walk of the event. The show’s Luxury Galley includes watches, jewelry, lamps, and other custom decor. —G.W.

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Held September 14 to 23 this year, TheYachtMarket.com Southampton Boat Show is celebrating 50 years. Organizers expect more than 100 boat debuts and more than 500 exhibitors. Some will be highlighting environmental research. In addition to celebrating its 50 years in existence, the show will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first single-handed nonstop circumnavigation of the globe with Sir Robin Knox-Johnston’s Suhaili on display at the event. Sports stars and celebrities from the last 50 years will be welcomed, and those couples celebrating 50 years of marriage during the show will receive free entrance. Be sure to stop by the new Guinness Bar, which will be giving its own nod to the 1960s.

Besides the yachts and boats on display—and the various 50th-anniversary festivities—the Southampton Boat Show also features kayaks, paddleboards, sailing dinghies, and, this year, a menu at the Marine’s Grill developed by the Hairy Bikers (Si King and Dave Myers), with responsibly sourced seafood in line with the show’s efforts to support marine conservation. VIP-minded visitors will be pleased to discover the Platinum Experience, which includes a glass of Prosecco upon arrival; morning tea, coffee, and pastries; buffet lunch; afternoon tea and cake; entrance fees for the show; a private bar (drinks not included) in the Platinum Lounge; and more. The most exciting part is the hour-long tour aboard a motor yacht.  —D.C.

Salone Nautica

Genoa, Italy’s national boat show, held September 25 to 28, 2018, is one of Europe’s major fall yachting events. Salone Nautica offers 1,000 boats in a Mediterranean setting from Italian yacht builders like Sanlorenzo, Azimut, and Monte Carlo Yachts, as well as non-Italian brands like Nautor’s Swan, Bertram, Beneteau, and Hanse Yachts. Located on the Genoa waterfront, the show is divided into motor yachts, sailboats, powerboats, and outboard boats. The Genoa show distinguishes itself by an inimitable sense of Italian warmth. Organizers call it the “Sea Experience,” and that includes after-show boat tests on the Mediterranean, Big Game Tournament sportfishing displays, and events for divers, kayakers, and small-boat lovers.

Beyond the show, Genoa offers many side tours, including the charming cafés of Via Garibaldi, cathedrals like Basilica di Santa Maria di Castello, the Aquarium of Genoa, and the art museum of Chiostro dei Canonici di San Lorenzo. Walks through the Palazzi dei Rolli and Chiesa Di San Donato give some sense of Genoa’s long history and importance as a maritime center.  —G.W.

Monaco Yacht Show 

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Every September since 1991, yachting enthusiasts, buyers, charterers, yacht builders, and brokers descend on the principality of Monaco for the annual Monaco Yacht Show . And I’m sure this year will be no different. Scheduled for September 26 through 29, 2018, show organizers are expecting 120 custom superyachts from builders, owners, and charter brokers around the globe to moor at the docks of Port Hercules. In addition, 40 of these yachts will be making their worldwide debut. The average length of participating yachts is 160 feet, but this year there will be seven superyachts between 230 and 328 feet in length. And four of them will be making their world debuts. In addition, watersports lovers can view and sometimes try out the 40 different tenders and toys on display. For those into automobiles, 10 different luxury models will be exhibited at the show’s Car Deck. And we mustn’t overlook the two helicopters scheduled to appear. Overall, 580 companies participate in the annual show.

For superyacht clientele, the Monaco Yacht Show offers a VIP visit pack, the Sapphire Experience, which provides exclusive services to new yacht buyers and current owners. Crème de la crème visitors may participate in two invite-only events held the evening of September 25: the Monaco Yacht Summit—mini lectures and discussions with a panel of yachting-industry experts to explore the practical questions of future yacht charterers or buyers—and the Inaugural Gala Event and 5th Monaco Yacht Show Superyacht Awards, where 400 guests celebrate the most spectacular yachts at the show.

Last year’s Monaco Yacht Show saw 36,400 people roaming the tents, halls, and docks. And usually, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco takes a (highly secured) stroll through the event, as well. —D.C.

Sights are most likely set on South Florida for the Fort Lauderdale boat show, but don’t rule out a quick trip to beautiful Abu Dhabi for its fairly new event.

Abu Dhabi International Boat Show

Scheduled for October 17 to 20, 2018, the newcomer to the list will hold its inaugural event this year. Organized by the same company that puts on the Southampton show in the UK, the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show promises to be an impressive debut. The UAE capital has become a boatbuilding center in the Middle East and one of its most beautiful cruising grounds, with more than 300 miles of coastline and 200 islands. It has also hosted some world-class events, including Abu Dhabi Sailing Regatta, Commodore’s Cup, and a stopover of the Volvo Ocean Race. Islands like Yas, Saadiyat, and Sir Bani Yas have become big destinations, and some have world-class marinas. The show will feature yacht builders from 18 countries, including Sunseeker, Benetti, CRN, Mangusta, Princess, Ferretti Yachts, and Pershing.

Many local shipyards will also have their boats on display. Beyond yachts and powerboats, the show will feature Volvo Ocean 60 race boats (Abu Dhabi has been a big sponsor of the Volvo Ocean Race) and F1 Powerboats that accelerate to 100 mph in four seconds. The in-water section will be in the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company’s marina, while the rest of the show will be in the adjoining ultramodern exhibit center.  —G.W.

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show  Photo: Forest Johnson

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Every fall at the very end of hurricane season, boats and yachts big and small arrive from all over the globe to take part in the  Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show , the biggest in-water boat show in the world, held this year on October 31 through November 4 in the Yachting Capital of the World. The 2018 edition marks 59 years of this show, which hosts more than 1,500 boats—along six miles of floating docks—1,200 exhibitors, and 110,000 visitors at seven locations around Fort Lauderdale.

Not only will visitors find all kinds of boats—from superyachts and sailing yachts to jet boats and runabouts—but also watersports gear, exotic cars, and everything else nautical. General admission is $33 for adults; $15 for kids ages six to 15; and free for children under six. Choose the Windward VIP Experience for $300 a person for one day. The package includes entrance to the show, access to the Windward VIP Club, and rides on the Water Taxi. But the Windward VIP Club is what makes it appealing—it’s located at the Swimming Hall of Fame, which is a pretty central location, and offers up air-conditioned lounge areas to hang out and cool off in, a dedicated concierge, and private indoor bathrooms (worth any amount of money). If that didn’t do it for you, it offers up a private dining area and a premium open bar.  —D.C.

Antigua Charter Yacht Meeting  Photo: Shutterstock/Pixachi

And that’s a wrap. End your year in the warm and wildly beautiful West Indies.

Antigua Charter Yacht Meeting

Another show catered to marine-industry professionals, the Antigua Charter Yacht Show is scheduled for December 4 through 10 at Nelson’s Dockyard Marina in English Harbour, the Falmouth Harbour Marina, and the Antigua Yacht Club Marina. New for 2018, all registered yachts remain at the docks for the full five viewing days, with the fifth day being a Sail Day, when charter-management companies can showcase their yacht with a cruise around Antigua’s waters and islands in a sort of charter sampler. Festivities include a chefs’ competition (this year’s mission is a New Year’s Eve dinner party), a stewardess competition (a New Year’s Eve decorative table setting), and nightly events. The Antigua Charter Yacht Meeting is a nonprofit and allocates funds to various schools, scholarships, police stations, flood victims, and more.  —D.C.

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Europe’s biggest on-water boat show returns next month (Sept 6-11), and we’ve picked out the cream of the crop at the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival.

The 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival is almost upon us and once again it promises to be a bumper show, drawing in boat lovers from across the Continent and beyond.

In total, there are scheduled to be more than 400 motorboats on show, including 135 world premieres, more than anyone could hope to visit in the 5 days of the show (although Hugo and Alex are going to give it their best shot!).

So we’ve picked out a few dozen that are really worth your attention, ranging from a 32ft Italian dayboat that’s available with a marble deck to a 145ft Turkish superyacht .

The slick new design integrates plunging windows with see-through gunwales for outstanding views out

Absolute 56 Fly

The new Absolute 56 Fly is exactly the kind of boat we tend to associate with this Italian builder. On the main deck, there are open railings, cutaway gunwales and transparent panels in the transom gates to maximise visibility.

Huge drop-down side windows also help open out the main deck saloon, while bringing plenty of fresh air into the lounge. The aft galley is well positioned to keep the modular cockpit and flybridge well serviced for food and drink.

And on the upper level, the hardtop features integrated solar panels to help reduce dependence on the diesel generator during a lengthy cruise away from shore power.

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Walkaround decks and stairs at both ends make the semi-enclosed upper deck a really versatile and user-friendly space

You may not have heard of Aquila powercats yet but they have been hugely successful in the US and are now on their way here courtesy of UK importer Approved Boats.

Built in China with design input from the US, the Aquila line-up includes three outboard -powered models – the Aquila 28, Aquila 32 and Aquila 36 – and three shaft-drive models – the Aquila 44, Aquila 54 and Aquila 70.

We caught up with the Aquila 54 Yacht at the Palm Beach Boat Show in March, fighting with weekend crowds to see why it has proved so successful – 75 orders since it was launched last year.

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Astondoa 677 Coupe

Astondoa has never been unduly worried about frightening the horses with the styling of its new boats. When the 677 Coupe is unveiled in Cannes, it looks likely to cause a stampede…

With its bold window shapes, dramatic glazed bulwarks and confident axe-bow profile, the Astondoa 677 is more than attention-seeking, it’s almost shouty – every bit as aggressive as the Spanish shipyard’s 377, but twice the size.

But once the scary styling has grabbed your attention, and it will, you’ll discover a practical sportscruiser with a lot going for it, from its hard top with opening sunroof and spacious external seating fore and aft, to a stylish Cristiano Gatto interior design.

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Side decks rise up and over the main deck master cabin

Azimut Grande 36M

The new Azimut Grande 36M is an object lesson in the fluid integration of onboard space.

In fact, like the rest of the Grande line, it aims not just to integrate the various zones on board the boat but to eradicate the barriers that traditionally divide them.

While there are rewarding design choices all over, one of the key concepts on the Azimut Grande 36M is the semi-walkaround upper deck.

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The Bering 145 was launched in Antalya on April 28 and named M/Y Heeus

Turkish shipyard Bering has established a reputation for building no-nonsense ocean crossing passagemakers, but its new Bering 145 flagship is its most ambitious project yet.

With a full displacement steel hull of just over 500 tonnes and an aluminium superstructure, the Bering 145 combines a fuel capacity of 95,600 litres with a parallel hybrid drive system for a range of 12,000nm at a cruising speed of 9 knots.

Under conventional diesel power the range is still a staggering 5,000nm at 8 knots; the maximum speed is 15 knots. The yacht’s hybrid system drives the propellers via electric motors that are powered by a bank of batteries that are recharged by variable speed generators.

Read more about the Bering 145

Canados Oceanic 143

The latest flagship of Canados’s Oceanic range is this impressive explorer-style yacht.

The Canados Oceanic 143 features a short superstructure and a huge open aft deck, which is dedicated to fine dining and elegant lounging about, rather than the suite of tenders and water toys generally found aboard its intrepid cousins.

But it’s still a versatile platform with a broad appeal, its triple engines offering an impressive top speed, as well as efficient low-speed cruising for a range of 4,000 nautical miles at ten knots.

Read more about the Canados Oceanic 143

The stylish D36 is one of the most original multi-purpose day boats around

De Antonio D36 Open

The replacement for the D34, the new De Antonio D36 exhibits a lot of the traits we’ve come to enjoy from the Barcelona-based yard.

While the De Antonio D36 features a longer hull then the D34, with twin steps and a deeper vee, it retains De Antonio’s classic party piece in the form of its ‘hidden’ outboards .

Available with twin 300 to 450hp motors, it uses a boxed-in sunbed section above the engines to help extend the cockpit’s usable space and minimise engine noise.

Read more about the De Antonio D36 Open

Revised windowline and sleek new superstructure look very elegant

Fairline Phantom 65

While Fairline is planning to unveil a revised Squadron 68 at the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival , the more noteworthy and radical world debut is likely to involve the new Phantom 65.

Heralded as Fairline’s first ever ‘sportsbridge’ yacht, it aims to take the external form of the award-winning Targa 65 and add a revised windowline and a low-slung fly deck to the mix for tri-deck flexibility alongside a beautifully streamlined sportscruiser aesthetic.

With long, blade-like hull windows and a deep-set flybridge that blends gently into the curved roof mouldings and radar arch as you move aft of the boat’s centreline, it’s clearly a success from a stylistic perspective.

Read more about the Fairline Phantom 65

The new Ferretti 860 is designed to combine luxury with a surprising turn of speed

Ferretti 860

The Ferretti 860 is a supremely luxurious tri-deck motor yacht with an internal arrangement that lends itself perfectly to crewed cruising for eight.

On the main deck, floor-to-ceiling windows and cutaway bulwarks create superb views from the saloon and dining area, which is separated from the semi-raised pilothouse by the fully-enclosed galley, which enables the crew to go about their business without interrupting the day spaces.

A spiral staircase to starboard leads down to the midships owner’s cabin , forward VIP and two further guest cabins, offering outstanding space and privacy. Two crew cabins occupy the forepeak, both with twin-bunk beds and ensuites.

Read more about the Ferretti 860

The Fiart P54 name may not be terribly familiar – it’s an Italian acronym for ‘factories for the application of thermo-hardening resins’ – but a start date of 1960 makes Fiart a pretty early adopter of the new-fangled boatbuilding material. The company is based in Baia, near Naples.

Designed inside and out by Stephano Pastrovich, the new Fiart P54 is a true head-turner in a competitive sector, with dramatic styling, plenty of horsepower and a lively turn of speed.

Outdoor seating is arranged in a secure central area for use when under way, and a lower lounging area aft when at anchor.

Read more about the Fiart P54

With their bold styling, high performance and capable hulls, today’s German-built Fjords are every bit as appealing as their Scandinavian ancestors.

The new Fjord 53 XL is based on the hull of the company’s earlier 52 models, the extra length not only providing more space on deck (this model has the largest T-top and deck area that Fjord has ever designed) but also allowing the engines to be set further back, to create more volume below.

The amount of customisation on offer is mind boggling for a production boat. Naturally, hull, deck mouldings and fabric colours are up for grabs but there is also an enormous amount of play in the physical layout of the main deck as well as the arrangement of accommodation on the lower deck.

Read more about the Fjord 53XL

Grand Banks 85

As the largest boat Grand Banks has ever built, this new 87ft explorer has been designed with serious attention to how a proper long-distance cruiser tends to be used.

While the 22ft beam brings all kinds of flexibility in terms of internal layouts, hull number 1 has been specced with three enormous staterooms, plus self-contained crew quarters that provide useful overspill accommodation for guests.

Built on an elongated version of the Grand Banks V-Warp hull, which employs vacuum-infused E-Glass with carbon fibre reinforcements, preliminary testing has shown the new boat to be in its element at around 21 knots.

According to Grand Banks, that makes the hull not just safe and comfortable in rough seas but also extremely efficient for long-distance passages. Whether equipped with the standard Volvo Penta IPS 1350 engines or 1300hp MAN diesels, a range in excess of 2,000nm is well within reach.

And even at 25 knots, the new boat is expected to return class-leading fuel flow figures of just 216 lph.

Read more about the Grand Banks 85

Gulf Craft Majesty 120

Based in the UAE and celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Gulf Craft is a long-established builder of high-end motor yachts which has yet to make much of an impression in western markets.

The new Gulf Craft Majesty 120 might start to change all that, however, with its handsome profile, designed in-house along with the hull naval architecture, and a chic, ultra-modern interior courtesy of Cristiano Gatto.

The 120 is a substantial two-and-a-half-decker with two double VIPs and a pair of twin-berth ensuites on the lower deck, and a wide-body main deck design forward which allows for a generously proportioned owner’s cabin stretching across the yacht’s full beam.

Read more about the Gulf Craft Majesty 120

Invictus GT320S

An Italian yard that makes some delectable-looking boats, Invictus seems to pay as much attention to close-up finishes and design details as to their boats’ distinctive, characterful styling and competent, performance-oriented naval architecture.

This latest Invictus GT320S, also designed by the talented Christian Grande, promises to make as much of a splash as its predecessors, designed as it is around outboard power, with two 300s on the show boat – surely adequate for all but the most rabid speed freak – and the assurance that if you want even more, it can take a pair of 450s.

With the engines conveniently hanging off the back, the cockpit can come into its own, which on the Invictus GT320S is simple and spacious, with an L-shaped arrangement of bench seats and an expanse of level sole which Invictus naturally claims to be bigger than any of its rivals.

Read more about the Invictus GT320S

Jeanneau Merry Fisher 1295 Fly

This new Jeanneau Merry Fisher 1295 Fly, the flagship of the range, packs a lot into its 40ft. In the enclosed saloon, the rotating helm seat stays involved in the party, courtesy of a large C-shaped seating section to port.

And that’s echoed up on the flybridge , where there’s also space for a sunbed ahead of the helm. The main deck saloon features an aft galley, which is entirely open to the cockpit, with a fold-out bar that neatly straddles the two spaces.

In the cockpit, a fold-down bulwark and a port side door ramp up the practicality of the Jeanneau Merry Fisher 1295 Fly even further.

Read more about the Jeanneau Merry Fisher 1295 Fly

The NY40 is the second boat to emerge from this ambitious young Italian builder

Nerea Yachts’ new NY40 certainly looks the part. Like the original Nerea NY24, the Nerea NY40 is designed to combine naval tradition and hi-tech innovation with automotive design cues.

It’s tough not to love the herringbone teak decks or the contrasting mix of polished steel, open-knit fabrics, natural leathers and soft-touch lacquers.

The layout looks good too. In the cockpit, the central sunbed, framed in steel and lined with woven yarn, is big enough for three, but it can be expanded, thanks to a pair of drop-down teak tables and a convertible settee.

Read more about the Nerea NY40

Though relatively compact, the ‘entry-level’ Numarine is an authentic long-distance explorer

Numarine 22XP

Securing its spot at the entry point to Numarine’s fleet of long-distance explorer yachts, the new Numarine 22XP retains all the key features that make the larger boats so effective.

In spite of its relatively modest length, the Numarine 22XP comes with a choice of displacement and semi-displacement hulls , plus vast internal volume, a spacious flybridge and class-leading natural light, thanks to Numarine’s famously oversized geometric windows.

The new ‘baby’ Numarine also provides the space for a full-beam owner’s cabin with its own private staircase, plus three ensuite cabins for guests and a compact crew quarters aft.

Read more about the Numarine 22XP

Otam 58 GTS

Based by the sea in Sestri Ponente, near Genoa – and very handy for the airport – Otam makes big statements in small numbers.

The new GTS version of the shipyard’s popular Otam 58 joins the Open and Hard Top models and boasts a re-style by BG Design that features a wraparound windscreen and a fixed hard top, to keep the 55-knot breeze out and the sun off.

Huge quantities of horsepower and Arneson surface drives combine with high-tech construction in Aramat – a Kevlar-glass composite – and vinylester resin, to form a light, stiff, no-nonsense structure created with the sole purpose of going as fast as possible, while offering a reasonably comfortable ride, without coming apart.

Read more about the Otam 58 GTS

This elegant party platform can be specced with a galley-up or galley-down layout

A key element of the new Pardo GT52 ‘crossover’ design is its ability to deliver a more sociable boating experience thanks to the natural continuity of its interior and exterior spaces.

It features a trio of aft windows that can be hinged upwards to integrate the internal saloon with the aft cockpit.

That cockpit is well used with a pair of aft-facing seats that connect with the alfresco dining table without obstructing the walkaround deck.

Read more about the Pardo 52GT

Pershing GTX116

Although it would be easy to call the new Pershing GTX116 a sportfly, its category-confounding style and deck layout suggest a crossover label might be closer to the mark. In stark contrast to the smoothly raked sportscruisers we’re accustomed to seeing from Pershing , it uses a near vertical windscreen positioned a long way forward, with a snub-nosed bow like the flagship Pershing 140.

And the stern is quite different too, with a trio of terraces that cascade down to sea level, culminating in a pair of transom doors that swing up and out to create a Beach Club. This unusual cab-forward design frees up the space for a more even split between indoor and outdoor entertaining zones.

The main deck cockpit, for instance, is almost as long as the saloon, with room for an aft-facing sofa and chairs, plus a ten-person dining table and a cocktail bar with stools. The living spaces are also keenly impacted by the asymmetrical layout.

With its aft lounge and midships dining area, the open-plan saloon might feel fairly conventional, but the whole structure is actually offset to starboard. That swallows up the space usually reserved for the side deck, radically boosting internal volume, but there’s still a profound sense of integration between the inside and outside spaces.

On the portside, for instance an optional fold-down terrace flows neatly into the internal saloon, thanks to a sliding side door. And two smaller side doors on either side of the bridge also give access to the bow cockpit, where a pair of sunbeds flank an optional spa pool.

In addition to space for five crew, the lower deck includes a full-beam owner’s cabin with twin ensuite shower rooms. There are also two doubles and two twins further forward but if you value an additional lounge area, the fourth cabin can also be specced as a lower dinette.

However, as you might expect of Pershing, none of this internal luxury comes at the expense of on-water performance. Even with the standard set-up of triple 1,800hp MANs on KaMeWa waterjets, you can expect the GTX116 to hit 32.5 knots. And these can be upgraded to 2,000hp for an extra three knots, a fast cruise of 29 knots and a 400nm range.

Read more about the Pershing GTX116

Prestige M48

After more than two years in development, Prestige’s first motor cat is set for its debut at the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival, and given the ingenuity of its design, it should be well worth a look.

Rather than taking a traditional approach to the internal deck layouts, Prestige has attempted to leverage every inch of the M48’s multihull footprint by means of a full-beam lower deck that makes great use of the region between the hulls.

This is a technique we’ve seen before on boats like Fountaine Pajot’s MY5 and it’s an interesting solution. On the one hand, a low-slung bridge deck opens up plenty of fresh volume, freeing the cabins from the confines of the hulls. On the other, it could reduce efficiency by increasing weight and drag.

Read more about the Prestige M48

Riva 76 Bahamas

Based on the Perseo 76 hull, this new Riva 76 Bahamas Super has a classic retro appeal combined in the cleverest of ways with some pretty cutting-edge thinking.

It was the Riva 88 Florida that first introduced to a breathless world Riva’s cool powered hard top, which shelters the helm and cockpit, but can then swing across to cover the foredeck seating in a single smooth movement. It gets another outing here.

That might be reason enough to put the new Riva 76 Bahamas Super on your shortlist, but there’s more. Two engine options are available, from 1,550s up to 1,800s, mounted under the cockpit and driving traditional straight prop shafts via V-drive transmissions, for a maximum speed of 37 knots. With the 1,550s the expectation is 32.

Read more about the Riva 76 Bahamas

Sanlorenzo SP110

Moored stern to the quay at the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival, the new Sanlorenzo SP110 is going to be the talk of the show.

The lower saloon, leading down from the cockpit, was clearly inspired by Sanlorenzo’s sub-brand Bluegame . But this takes that concept to the next level, literally, opening up the after end of the main deck to create an eye-catching two-storey atrium that shows anyone who might be looking in – i.e. everyone – that your boat is cooler than theirs.

It’s also faster, probably: the Sanlorenzo SP110 is a 40-knot boat, thanks to triple MAN V12s, jet drives, and a lightweight structure that features a lot of carbon fibre.

Read more about the Sanlorenzo SP110

The open sportscruiser design fits neatly into the slot between Sealine’s existing S335 and S430

Sealine S390

Bill Dixon’s latest design for Sealine is all about making the most of the summer. To that end, the new Sealine S390 features a huge shaded cockpit with two big wetbars, plus nearly 50ft² of foredeck lounging space, with flip-up backrests and a small bow bench, and an oversized swim platform with an optional waterfront barbecue.

A convertible dining table turns the aft cockpit into a neatly integrated sunpad. And the Sealine S390 also provides a pair of sunroofs built into the full-length hardtop as standard, as well as the option of manual or electric opening both fore and aft.

As part of Sealine’s ‘Sport’ line, it is of course designed to look and feel like a convertible on the water – and with its swept back windows and the ‘skeletal’ curve of its roofline, it certainly has the profile to carry that off.

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The successful Sessa F47 flybridge cruiser wasn’t broke, so they haven’t tried to fix it. But its restyle does include the obligatory jagged slash of hull windows and a remarkable swoop of flybridge moulding that makes it unmistakably the latest model.

Design has been sharpened up throughout, with a few more right angles where there used to be curves, and the internal colour scheme is new, but the essentials of this accomplished and capable family boat remain unchanged.

So on the main deck we find a neat cockpit with a folding table, and a busy saloon area lit up by huge windows. This has stowage space and the galley along the port side, a sofa to starboard behind a helm station with a double bench seat.

Read more about the Sessa F47

The Silent 60 is available with an auxiliary kitesail system to boost efficiency

If you’re interested in electric boating then a catamaran might be the way to go, with slim, relatively-low drag hulls and expansive deck and roof areas for solar panels.

Headquartered in Austria with manufacturing plants in the Far East and Italy, Silent Yachts’ new Silent 60 comes with a pair of electric motors of 170kW each, battery capacity of up to 286kWh, and solar panels capable of generating 17kWp (the ‘p’ stands for peak, or optimum sunny conditions), for a claimed cruising range at six to eight knots of around 100 nautical miles.

Naturally there are diesel generators too, both for battery charging and for powering the electric motors, in which case the 60’s maximum speed is 20 knots, with a cruising range defined by the size of the fuel tanks.

Read more about the Silent 60

According to Turkish builder, Sirena, its extraordinary new Sirena 78 is designed to be “the yacht that can do it all”.

Class-leading volume for flexible guest entertainment? Check. Long-range capabilities for adventurous voyages? No problem. A customisable interior for an easy ownership experience? All part of the Sirena 78 package.

But one of the keenest examples of that do-it-all ethos has to be the flybridge . To help cater for a variety of customers and cruising destinations, the Sirena 78’s upper deck is available in open, semi-enclosed and fully enclosed formats.

Read more about the Sirena 78

Sunreef 70 Power

Based in Gdansk and soon to be setting up a facility in the UAE, Sunreef Yachts is a low-volume producer of innovative sail and power catamarans that celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.

The Sunreef 70 Power joins a successful range that stretches from 60 to 100 feet, but the company also has ambitions to move into the superyacht realm, with a variety of powercat designs touted up to 50 metres.

As a catamaran, of course, and a beamy one at that, the new Sunroof 70 Power boasts a huge square flybridge shaded by a huge square hard top with sunroof, and a huge square saloon with a lower-deck companionway in each corner – plus, if you wish, a huge open-plan galley.

Read more about the Sunreef 70 Power

The integration of fly deck and bow lounge is deeply impressive

Sunseeker 100 Yacht

The Sunseeker 100 Yacht is set to usher in what the British yard calls a “new era” in flybridge design. Aggressively styled, with an unbroken window line that seems to separate the superstructure from the hull, the new 100 Yacht’s potent three-dimensional aesthetic generates huge visual impact.

But what really sets the new Sunseeker 100 Yacht apart is not so much its style as its thought-provoking reinterpretation of the tri-deck layout.

By creating a full-beam walkaround upper level with easy fore-and-aft access to the foredeck lounge, the new Sunseeker’s flybridge is able to encompass almost the entire boat’s length.

Read more about the Sunseeker 100 Yacht

Vertical bow, forward raked windscreen and an enclosed pilothouse mark a major change of direction for Wellcraft

Wellcraft 355

Wellcraft is looking to steal a slice of the lucrative European adventure boat market with its striking new Wellcraft 355.

Unlike the US brand’s previous range of centre console craft, the Wellcraft 355 features a plumb bow, a fully enclosed wheelhouse with a forward-raked windscreen and modern Scandinavian styling.

The sudden change of direction looks like a deliberate attempt to muscle in on the success of brands like Axopar , Saxdor and Nimbus under the auspices of Wellcraft’s French parent company, the Beneteau Group .

Read more about the Wellcraft 355

Windy 34 Alizé

Norwegian superyacht designer Espen Øino is a man with a stellar CV and an even more stellar reputation. Who better then to take the lead on the all-new Windy 34 Alizé – a boat designed to evoke (and improve upon) the style and performance of the much-loved 34 Khamsin?

Slotting neatly in the Windy range between the 32 Grand Zonda and the Windy 37 Shamal , the Windy 34 Alizé is every bit the performance boat you would expect.

Built with a distinctly aggressive resin-infused non-stepped deep-V hull, even the entry-level single D6-440 is expected to achieve speeds in the region of 40 knots.

Read more about the Windy 34 Alizé

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A Comprehensive List Of Every Major Yacht & Boat Show In 2024

In this article, we supply key dates and locations of every major yacht and boat show in 2024. Join us as we take you through the must-attend shows shaping the future of the yachting industry in the coming year. 

boot Düsseldorf

Dates:  20 – 28 January

Location:  Messe Düsseldorf, Germany

The biggest indoor boat show in Europe. Boot Düsseldorf has around 16 halls filled with an array of sailing yachts, motor boats, superyachts, dinghies, and water sports crafts. The event encompasses not only surfing, diving, fishing, and traveling but is an excellent venue to witness captivating innovation and craftsmanship.

Miami International Boat Show

Dates:  14 – 18 February

Location: On-land part of the event is at Miami Beach Convention Center and Pride Park. In-water components of the show are at Venetian Marina, Herald Plaza, Museum Park Marina, and Yacht Haven Grande Miami

This event ranks among the world’s largest boat and yacht gatherings. A wide range of watercraft is on display, from outboards to superyachts, as well as the latest advancements in aquatic technology.

Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS)

Dates:  28 February – 3 March

Location:  Dubai Harbour, Dubai

Recognised as the foremost yacht exhibition in the UAE, the Dubai Boat Show presents a selection of stunning superyachts, cutting-edge innovations in the nautical industry, and an array of luxury lifestyle products. Building on the success of the previous year, which drew in 30,000 visitors and featured over 200 showcased boats, the Dubai yacht show boasts premier retail outlets – displaying everything from high-end watches and supercars to exclusive artworks by internationally acclaimed artists.

Palm Beach International Boat Show

Dates: 21 – 24 March

Location:  West Palm Beach, Florida

As one of Florida’s premier boat exhibitions, this show unveils an extensive collection of yachts and yachting accessories, collectively valued at over $1.2 billion. Featuring displays ranging from inflatables to impressive superyachts measuring up to 90m, the Palm Beach boat show offers more than a visual spectacle. Attendees can participate in seminars and classes covering diverse marine topics and savour a culinary journey curated by top gourmet chefs. For an elevated experience, visitors can opt for VIP passes, which grants access to the exclusive Windward VIP Club, a refined enclave offering the opportunity to attend luxurious private events.

MYBA Charter Show  

Dates:  22 – 25 April

Location:  Marina Molo Vecchio, Genoa. 

Anticipation is high for the 2024 MYBA Charter Show, a pivotal event in the luxury superyacht industry. Tailored exclusively for trade professionals, this 34th edition brings together leading charter yacht brokers to assess premier yachts available for charter, connect with Captains and crew, and explore a diverse range of ancillary services. Set to unfold from April 22nd to 25th, 2024, this year’s edition marks a unique return to Genoa’s Marina Molo Vecchio, a departure from its recent location at Marina Port Vell in Barcelona. Despite the shift, the show maintains its illustrious legacy, drawing over 500 exhibitors for an unparalleled showcase of luxury yachts and industry events.

Palma International Boat Show (PIBS)

Dates: 25 – 28 April

Location:  Palma Superyacht Village, Palma

The Palma International Boat Show marks the beginning of the Mediterranean yachting season, featuring over three hundred companies showcasing a diverse collection of new yachts under 24m. The event also highlights the latest advancements in water sports, yacht equipment, and nautical services.

Singapore Yachting Festival

Dates:  25 – 28 April

Location:  ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, Singapore

For a while, Singapore has been recognised as a pivotal gateway and hub for Asia’s marine industry. The Singapore Yachting Festival aims to strengthen the dynamic expansion of the yachting sector by offering a platform for premier yacht builders, water-sport toys, and lifestyle brands to exhibit their products to the growing interest of audiences in Singapore and across Asia.

Mediterranean Yacht Show  

Dates:  27 April – 1 May

Location: Nafplion, Greece

Bracing for another thrilling Mediterranean season, the yachting industry converges once more on the picturesque town of Nafplion in Greece. This show is extending a warm invitation to industry professionals and yacht brokers eager to explore the latest offerings in luxury charter yachts.

Organised by the Greek Yachting Association (GYA), this East Mediterranean event serves as a prime opportunity for industry insiders to acquaint themselves with some of the most extraordinary charter yachts currently available. Captains and crew also join the event, offering valuable insights into every operational facet of the 100+ yachts on display.

TYBA Yacht Charter Show  

Dates:  3 – 7 May

Location: Bodrum, Turkey

Hosted by the Turkish Yacht Brokers Association (TYBA), this event beckons trade professionals, industry influencers, and brokers to gain insights into the latest offerings in luxury yacht charters and highlights of Turkey’s charter scene. From a diverse array of yachts and sailing boats to captivating gulets, the show provides ample opportunities to explore the newest and most innovative builds up close.

Cannes Yachting Festival  

Dates:  10 – 15 September

Location:  Vieux Port, Cannes

Drawing over 50,000 enthusiasts and socialites annually to the iconic marinas of Vieux Port and Port Canto, the festival boasts a lineup of around 700 boats spanning 3m to 50m. A showcase of the latest in marine technology, the event features a diverse array of sailing and motor yachts, monohulls, and multihulls, rigid and semi-rigid hulls – an exhilarating prospect for any yacht enthusiast.

Offering the unique opportunity for sea trials on motor yachts and luxury charters, the Cannes Yachting Festival unveils the seamless integration of beauty and life along the French Riviera. With its glamorous setting, this festival is the ideal stage to showcase the latest in luxury yachts and cutting-edge marine technology.

Monaco Yacht Show  

Dates:  25 – 28 September

Location: Port Hercule, Monte Carlo, Monaco

The Monaco Yacht Show stands as the ultimate global yachting event, attracting yacht owners, charterers, potential buyers, and enthusiasts from across the globe.

Showcasing around USD 4.3 billion worth of yachts, including some of the world’s most iconic superyacht brands, this event serves as a magnet for yacht enthusiasts worldwide. Attendees gather to network, explore the finest yachts, and bid farewell to summer in style.

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) 

Dates:  30 Oct – 3 Nov

Location:  Fort Lauderdale, Florida

This show will mark its 65th edition at the end of October.

Recognised as the largest in-water boat show globally, FLIBS annually showcases yachts and diverse nautical merchandise. Drawing over 100,000 visitors, Fort Lauderdale becomes a must-visit destination for those eager to explore the latest in luxury yacht charters and check out the season’s essential gadgets and fashion.

METSTRADE Show

Dates: 19 – 21 November

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

METSTRADE stands as the largest global trade exhibition for leisure marine equipment, materials, and systems, serving as an platform for innovation, market advancements, and networking since 1988. METSTRADE encompasses three distinct specialised areas: superyacht, marina & shipyard, construction material. 

Antigua Yacht Charter Show  

Dates:  TBC

Location:  TBC

Tailored for industry professionals, this exclusive trade event offers an intimate exploration of the newest luxury charter yachts. This all highlights the Caribbean’s maritime landscape, spotlighting some of its most breathtaking superyacht destinations.

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Fraser is thrilled to announce that we will be attending the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2024!

The Palm Beach International Boat Show, taking place from March 21-24, 2024, is a key opportunity for Buyers looking for their next yacht, and for Sellers, a vital chance to showcase their yacht at its very best.

Fraser is delighted to announce its participation in the Palma Superyacht Village at the Palma International Boat Show 2022.

Taking place in Moll Vell in Palma de Mallorca, from 28 April - 1 May 2022, this will be the first major show taking place in Europe this year. 

The prestigious Cannes Yachting Festival will again take place this September.

This is one of the first opportunities in 18 over months to step on board  multiple yachts in person, rather than virtually, and to reunite with Brokers and industry experts.

Fraser is delighted to be attending the 35 th annual Palm Beach International Boat Show 2021.

The 34th Annual Palm Beach International Boat Show will be held in the picturesque downtown West Palm Beach from 28 th to 31 st March 2019. It is truly an international show which will feature more than $1.2 billion worth of yachts and accessories, including hundreds of boats ranging from 8-foot inflatables to superyachts nearly 300 feet in length.

Taking place from 1st–5th November, the  Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2017  is just around the corner and will once again bring a fleet of spectacular superyachts to Florida’s sunny shores. The largest in-water yacht show on earth, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) welcomes over three billion dollars’ worth of luxury yachts, sportfishers, and tenders, which will be displayed in seven locations, including the show’s epicentre at Bahia Mar. Please click here to see all our information about the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2018 .

For many, the Monaco Yacht Show 2017 marked the end of the Mediterranean yachting season once more. The annual event traditionally acts as a barometer for the buoyancy of the yachting industry as a whole and offers brokerages the opportunity to report their sales and charter performances to the international yachting community. Fraser took the chance to host a select group of journalists and industry professionals on the 45.01m M/Y SCOUT. The world’s leading full-service yacht brokerage was delighted to announce strong sales, charter, and new-build figures for the first 8 months of 2017.

The team at Fraser, along with a stunning fleet of yachts for charter in 2017, will soon travel to Barcelona for the 29th edition of the MYBA Charter Show . More anticipation than usual surrounds this year’s edition of the prestigious industry-only event, as 2017 marks the first year the show will be held outside of Italy: OneOcean Port Vell in Barcelona will host this year’s event, whereas the Ligurian cities of Genoa and San Remo have been its base previously.

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A BOAT SHOW is a public exhibition or trade fair of current boat models, debuts, concept vessels, or out-of-production classics. Due to the nature of the industry building around yachting and nautical tourism, a boat show may be a social event. It is commonly attended by marine manufacturers, ship and boat builders as well as yachtsmen.

Most boat shows occur once a year, typically for the duration of a week. They may have exhibitions on land or on water. Boat shows are vital to marine manufacturers and local dealers as a public relations exercise, for advertising products, and for increasing publicity.

Boat & Yacht Show News & Resources

• 5 Largest ‘Must-See’ Yachts At The 2022 Palm Beach Boat Show - "When it comes to yacht shopping in the United States (and easily being able to go aboard some of the world’s largest and most recognizable yachts that are for sale and/or available for charter), the Palm Beach International Boat Show that’s taking place along Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach, directly across the Intracoastal Waterway from Palm Beach Island will be the place to be this weekend."
• 5 Largest Superyachts At The 2023 Miami International Boat Show - "APHO is the 377-foot-long superyacht that was designed by Nuvolari–Lenard that has been on the cover of every major superyacht magazine since it was launched in 2021. And Kismet is the 312-foot-long superyacht owned by Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shahid Khan that has been chartered by numerous A-list celebrities including Beyonce and Jay-Z. So, when it comes to sheer size and star power, these two superyachts that will be on display at the 2023 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show from February 15-19 at IGY Yacht Haven Grande at Island Gardens are in a league of their own. In fact, since the next largest yachts at the show are in the 100-foot-range (and include every other type of boat from powerful sportfish down to Jet-Skis, SeaBobs and stand-up-paddleboards too), Miami will be the place to be for anyone looking to get out on the water this year."
• 5 Largest Superyachts At The 2023 Monaco Yacht Show - "The queen of the show might just be 318-foot-long Carinthia VII that was designed by Tim Heywood and built by Lürssen in 2002. I say this because Carinthia VII has been widely regarded as one of the world’s first true megayachts."
• 5 Largest Yachts To See At The 2022 Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show - "If you happen to be in the market for a yacht - of all sizes to charter or to buy - there’s simply no better place to be than the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) from October 26-30. And with demand for boats - of all sizes to charter and bu - continuing to be extremely strong, hundreds of boats built by many of world’s leading boat manufacturers will be there."
• 5 Standout Yachts From This Year’s Venice Boat Show - "New launches from Ferretti Yachts, Azimut, Tecnorib, Wally and Nerea show the range of Italy's builders. Plus, what better setting than Venice for a boat show?"
• 5 Superyachts To See At The 2022 Miami International Boat Show - "After we’ve all suffered through what seems like a lifetime of travel restrictions, I’m not sure if I’ve ever looked forward to a boat show more than I’m looking forward to going to the Miami International Boat Show that takes place next week (February 16-20). All the newest gear and technology along with a long list of new boats and water toys will be on display at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Pride Park, Sea Isle Marina, One Herald Plaza, and Museum Park Marina."
• 7 Stellar New Superyachts Debuting at the 2021 Monaco Yacht Show - "After a year's hiatus, the world's most important big-yacht show returns to Monte Carlo, with 82 superyachts on display. Here are some top premieres."
• 8 of the newest Italian superyachts for sale 2023 - "The brokerage market for luxury yachts has experienced an unprecedented surge in demand, accompanied by a scarcity of new vessels entering the market. In this article, we delve into the captivating world of high-end yachts, carefully curating a list of the most sought-after vessels launched in the past two years. Join us as we explore the exceptional craftsmanship, cutting-edge design, and enduring allure of these top-tier yachts currently available for sale." Superyecht Times.
• 10 biggest yachts at the 2018 Monaco Yacht Show - CNN.
• 11 Most Exciting New Yachts at the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2022 - "From a $71 million, 206-foot superyacht to a 30-foot offshore dual console, this year's PBIBS has something for everyone."
• 345-ft 'gap year' superyacht unveiled - "'Millennial' superyacht makes waves at Dubai boat show."
• 2019 Monaco Yacht Show superyacht line-up released - "Once again, in the world’s second-smallest country, some of the biggest names and vessels in the superyacht industry are set to come together for four days. The Monaco Yacht Show 2019, which runs from 25th to 28th September, is one of the main highlights of the year for the yachting industry."
• 2021 Superyacht Trends You Need To Know - "When it comes to the world of superyachts, we’re seeing greater attention paid to the world that surrounds us; we’re seeing quality of trips prioritised over frequency; we’re seeing privacy valued more than ever before - the list goes on."
• Best Boats At The 2023 Cannes Yachting Festival - "With less than two weeks until the start of the European yacht festival season, some of the world’s best yachts are setting sail for the southern France for the inaugural event, the Cannes Yachting Festival ( 12-17 September ). As the largest in-water boat show in Europe, the annual festival is an excellent showcase of the latest launches and innovations from the nautical world. This year, guests can discover around 130 yachts, including many world premieres. New for 2023 is a new small boat marina plus activations themed around the concept of ‘green’ yachting." Forbes.
• billionaire's 365 ft superyacht TIS - "Take a tour of Lurssen's, Tis yacht. One of the largest giga yachts in the world. This yacht features two helicopter pads, movie theater, elevator, swimming pool, just to name a few. This video was filmed at the 2019 Monaco Yacht Show." YouTube 17:47.
• Boat Show - Wikipedia.
• Cannes Yachting Festival 2020: Inside The World’s First Post-Coronavirus Yacht Show - "Show Director Sylvie Ernoult On Hosting The World’s First Post-Covid-19 Yacht Show."
• Cannes Yachting Festival 2021 - in pictures - "This year’s Cannes Yachting Festival drew to a close over the weekend after five days of boat show action on the French Riviera. Despite Covid-19 restrictions and new health measures enforced at the show, the event attracted large numbers of boating enthusiasts and professionals during the week."
• Highlights From The 2021 Monaco Yacht Show - "What We Learned On The Ground At Monaco Yacht Show 2021."
• IFBSO | INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF BOAT SHOW ORGANISERS - "The No. 1 source of information about the world's best boat shows." All forthcoming shows ordered by date.
• Lamborghini Unveils A New High-Performance Powerboat - "4,000 Horsepower Lamborghini Powerboat Brings Italian Supercar Style And Technology To The Water."
• LIST OF BOAT SHOWS - Wikipedia.
• Major marina rendezvous at Yacht Show - "For the second Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous, M3 (Monaco Marina Management) has partnered again with Blumorpho, experts in innovation for sustainable business, to organise this unique networking rendezvous, focused on actions to be taken to meet environmental challenges."
• Many Of The World’s Largest Superyachts Are Still Scheduled To Appear At The Monaco Yacht Show - "'The 30th edition of the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) is still on course to take place from Wednesday 23 to Saturday 26 September 2020 at Port Hercule in Monaco,' they say."
• Monaco yacht buyers shrug off climate concerns - "At annual yacht show, only a handful of customers said they were troubled by vessels’ disproportionate carbon footprint."
• Monaco Yacht Show 2018: How the super rich are saving the seas - "It may be a magnet for ocean-going excess, but the Monaco Yacht Show is becoming an increasingly precious jewel in the fight to save our seas."
• Monaco Yacht Show 2019 unveils its biggest superyacht fleet ever - "Ever wanted to see what more than $4,000,000,000 looks like when it's floating on the water? The glitzy European principality of Monaco is about to make that happen."
• Monaco Yacht Show 2022’s Top 5 Largest Superyachts Will Take Your Breath Away - Forbes.
• Monaco Yacht Show announces first list of superyachts for 2022 show - "On Wednesday, August 3 the Monaco Yacht Show published the first list of superyachts that will be exhibited in the Principality’s Port Hercule as part of the upcoming show next month."
• Monaco Yacht Show unveils Carbon Neutrality Transition Plan - "The Monaco Yacht Show recently unveiled its Carbon Neutrality Transition Plan in an exclusive webinar with exhibitors and suppliers, emphasising the show’s commitment to sustainability and shining a light on the ongoing efforts to minimise its environmental impact. The MYS is dedicated to becoming completely carbon neutral, which is no small feat when taking into account the colossal carbon footprint of the yachting industry. Nevertheless, the show aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 60% by 2025 compared to 2022, while aiming to achieve carbon neutrality alongside the Principality as a whole by 2050."
• On board the biggest boat at the Monaco Yacht Show - " IJE is doing what she was always meant to do: cruising, far away from ports and marinas, in the company of dolphins, blue whales and manta rays. This 108-metre custom creation from British design studio RWD and Italian builder Benetti has the soul of an explorer in a supremely elegant package"
• See The Largest Superyachts Of The 2021 Monaco Yacht Show - Forbes.
• The spectacular superyachts on display at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show 2023 - "‘If you’re not there, then you don’t exist’: Billionaires sail in for world’s largest superyacht event."
• The Wealthiest of the Wealthy's $4.8 Billion Boat Party in Monaco 2019 - "The annual Monaco Yacht Show showcases the pinnacle of design, engineering, and luxury available to the seafaring superrich."
• Top 5 Superyachts To See At 2023 Palm Beach International Boat Show - "I’m just going to say it. The quality and quantity of superyachts that will be on display at the 2023 Palm Beach International Boat Show from March 23-26 is simply spectacular. Of course, the docks off Flagler Street will be filled with yachts of all shapes and sizes from all of the world’s most popular shipbuilders. And numerous yacht-related business from charter brokers to engine manufacturers will be there too."
• Top 10 Yachts Scheduled To Be At The Upcoming 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival - "When it comes to international yacht shows (or any other large gathering), it’s almost impossible to say anything will happen “for sure.” But according to the latest reports, the Cannes Yachting Festival is scheduled to go on as planned—with significant safety protocols in place—from September 8th through the 13th on the Côte d’Azur."
• Top 16 Largest, Hottest, Fastest And Newest Yachts At The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2019 - Forbes.
• Top 100 Marine & Boat Events - 10Times.
• What it's like to own a superyacht - "In a rare interview, Folch-Rusiñol Corachán gave CNN Travel the rundown of what it's actually like to own one of these lavish leviathans, why he's willing to spend his millions keeping it afloat, what he uses it for - and whether his friends are jealous."
• World’s richest celebrate end of summer at $4bn Monaco yacht show - "Number of billionaires interested in superyachts said to have grown despite Russia sanctions and global economic crisis."
• Yachts Worth Over $1.2 Billion And Eager Buyers Are Set To Return To 2021 Palm Beach International Boat Show - "After a year of Covid19 hardship and lockdowns, the upcomming 35th annual Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) is a welcome sign of better days to come. Starting on Thursday, March 25 and through Sunday, March 28 along Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach, the show will feature more than $1.2 billion worth of yachts and accessories, including hundreds of boats ranging from small inflatables to superyachts nearly 300 feet in length."
• YACHTSXL.COM - since 2009. "Founded in 2009, YachtsXL was the first online film publisher in the world of superyachts and has grown into an umbrella brand for producing and distributing content to present the superyacht industry beter than ever. Not just to those looking to buy, charter or refit a luxury yacht, but for any individual that wants to get inspired by the global superyacht industry."

Top 20 Biggest International Boat & Yacht Shows

• ABU DHABI international boat show | ADIBS - "The Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) is an unmissable global opportunity for learning about the latest innovations in boating, fishing, and water sports. Bringing together some of the world’s best brands and industry specialists, ADIBS is the ideal show for leisure marine companies to exhibit, discuss business and find partnerships to help boost the growth of this sector. The Show is the perfect place where marine enthusiasts and families can come together to enjoy engaging attractions, live performances and navigating Abu Dhabi." November 24-27, 2022 .
• Antibes Yacht Show - since 2007. Port Vauban, Antibes, France. The largest pleasure harbour in Europe. The show attracts all the biggest names in the industry as well as showcasing some of the worlds most luxurious yachts.
• Barcelona International Boat Show | Salon Nautico - since 1963. For the first time ever in 2019, the Show will take up the five halls in the Gran Via Exhibition Centre and the On-water Show in Port Vell will exceed the 670 boats that were displayed in the previous show. A highlight of this year’s show will be the first BCN Dive, dedicated to the underwater world. October 12-16, 2022 .
• Cannes Yachting Festival 2023 - since 1977. " The Ultimate Rendez-vous ". With 638 boats on display in water and on land and 122 world premiere editions, the three exceptional French Riviera sites, the ‘Vieux Port’, ‘Port Pierre Canto’ and the 'Riviera', located at either end of the famous French Riviera in Cannes, are just right for hosting Europe’s leading in-water luxury boat show. The Yachting Festival will orchestrate this event by moving more than 100 sailing boats, monohulls and multihulls to Port Canto to host the largest in-water exhibition in the world of new sail boats. September 12-17, 2023 .
• 26th CHINA (SHANGHAI) INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2023 | CIBS - since 2004. Regarded as the largest comprehensive boat show in Asia. March 27-29, 2023 at Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center.
• DUBAI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2023 | DIBS - since 1991. The most important and established event of its kind in the Middle East region and Indian subcontinent. Dubai Harbour, United Arab Emirates (formerly Dubai International Marine Club). March 1-5, 2023 .
• DÜsseldorf International Boat Show - since 2005. 1900 exhibitors from 68 countries. January 21-29, 2023
• FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW - since 1959. The "Yachting Capital of the World" will host the 60th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show on October 26-30, 2022 .
• 62nd GENOA INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2022 - since 1962. "Wave of the future." One of the world's premier boat shows. The exhibition area comprises both on land and in water shows, with 100,000 square meters of water basin surface and more than 200,000 square meters of pavilions and outdoor areas. September 22-27, 2022 .
• 14th Hamburg Ancora Yachtfestival - "Germany's largest in-water boat show." With the start of the yachting season, 200 yachts present themselves in their natural element, the water. Discover new boat worlds, find out more in our expert lectures, workshops and demonstrations and let yourself be inspired by the exciting entertainment programme. May 12-14, 2023 .
• HAMBURG BOAT SHOW - since 1959. Has the motto "By boaters for boaters", and this is reflected in the exhibition halls. September 6-9, 2022 .
• London BOAT SHOW - since 1954. The show's cancellation from 2019 was announced in May 2018, with organisers citing the show as commercially unviable for the industry in its current format.
• MIAMI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW - annual event in February since 2009. The on-land portion of the event will take place at the newly reimagined Miami Beach Convention Center and Pride Park. The in-water components of the show will take place at Sea Isle Marina, One Herald Plaza, Museum Park Marina, and IGY Yacht Haven Grande at Island Gardens. February 15-19, 2023 .
• MIAMI YACHT SHOW - since 1988. "The city’s premier luxury yacht show, takes place from February 15-19, 2023 in its new location at One Herald Plaza between the Venetian and MacArthur causeways." The Miami International Boat Show and the Miami Yacht Show have joined forces to create the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, the largest boat and yacht event in the world. Discover everything from kayaks to superyachts!
• 33rd MONACO YACHT SHOW 2023 | MYS - since 1990. The most prestigious boat show in the world. Brings together professionals from the international luxury yachting sector; ship-builders and designers, equipment suppliers, brokers and service providers. The exhibition features 500 major companies and 125+ super and megayachts - the boats range from around 65 feet to over 250 feet in length. The MYS is held in Port Hercules, and is Europe's biggest in-water display of super and mega yachts. Port Hercules: September 27-30, 2023 .
• MOSCOW BOAT SHOW - since 2007. "International exhibition of boats and yachts." Russia’s best known exhibition for the boat and yacht industry. Features a wide range of products from the smallest accessory to world-class super yachts. March 2-5, 2023 .
• 40th Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023 | PBIBS - "The show will feature more than $1.2 billion worth of yachts and accessories, including hundreds of boats ranging from 8-foot inflatables to super yachts nearly 200 feet in length." 101 South Flagler Drive, Downtown West Palm Beach, FL 33401, U.S.A. March 23-26, 2023 .
• SINGAPORE YACHT SHOW - since 2011. "Your opportunity to discover some of the world's finest superyacht and international yacht brands in an elite and highly social setting, giving you a chance to enjoy luxury yachting at its finest." Singapore Yacht Show has become the premier boat and yacht show in Asia. April, 2023 .
• SO Dalian - since 2009. East Port Marina, Dalian, China. "Yachting in China." The first international Yachting and Lifestyle Rendezvous in the North of China.
• Southhampton Boat Show - since 1968. "Britain's biggest and best festival of boating showcases a plethora of beautifully designed boats and products from over 600 global marine brands." September 16-25, 2022 .
• TORONTO INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW - since 1959. Canada’s largest and most popular marine marketplace. January 20-29, 2023 .
• Venice Boat Show | Salone Nautico Venezia - snce 2019. "The art of shipbuilding is back home." Visitors will not only be able to admire more than 220 boats being showcased by over 160 exhibitors, but they can also see the spectacular structures of the City’s Arsenale; a symbol of the military power and authority of the Venetian Republic and the heart of its ship-building industry that made it one of the greatest maritime powers for centuries. This evocative historical backdrop in the centre of Venice consists of a water basin of 50,000 m2, over 1000 linear metres of pontoons for about 150 boats in the water, 30,000 m2 of outdoor exhibition spaces, and 5,000 m2 indoor pavilions. Arsenale, May 31 - June 4, 2023 .

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2022 boat shows in the UK and Europe

When we’re not out on the water, there’s nothing we love more than a yacht regatta, a boat trade show or any other opportunity to admire shiny new (or classic heritage) vessels in all their glory. These events are perfect for learning about the latest tech, gadgets and upgrades for your boat, as well as serving up boatloads of inspiration for your next purchase. We might be halfway through 2022, but many of the biggest boat shows of the season are still to come in the UK and around Europe. Here are our must-sees.

Boat shows in the UK

• The Southampton International Boat Show (16-25 September) at Mayflower Park in Southampton showcases everything that’s great about watercraft. Whether you’re interested in so-new-they’re-practically-futuristic superyachts, trying stand-up paddle boarding or taking your kids on a thrilling boat ride, Britain’s biggest festival of boating promises a fun day for all, from devoted boaters to their families and friends. The event is divided into four zones: “dinghies”, “classic and day boats”, “watersports” and “on the water”, with an interactive programme and much to experience at each zone.  

Boat shows in France

• Cannes Yachting Festival (6-11 September), the jewel in the crown of Europe’s in-water event line-up, welcomes more than 600 boats and 54,000 visitors to the Côte d’Azur. We’ll be there, blinking back tears of admiration at the most prestigious boats ever made.
• The Grand Pavois de La Rochelle (27 September-2 October) celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2022. Deemed ‘the one for real fans’, the event connects boat owners and fans from around 35 countries. Themed spaces dedicated to fishing, board sports, sustainable sailing and more are always a hit.
• The Monaco Yacht Show (27 September-1 October) places visitors among industry experts to discuss the latest in yachting. Don’t miss the ‘adventure area’ and ‘sustainability hub’ for inspiration.
• Salon Nautic Paris (3-11 December) transforms the Porte de Versailles into the largest indoor port in France. Exhibitions, talks with experts and sailing awards ceremonies make it an unmissable event.

Boat shows in Spain

• Salon Nautico (12-16 October), also known as the Barcelona International Boat Show, celebrates 60 years this year. There’s a floating exhibition of stunning yachts and catamarans and a new innovation dock that showcases future technologies and sustainable energy. 

Boat shows in Italy

• Salone Nautico (22-27 September), also known as the GenoaInternational Boat Show, is a boating event with a strong focus on the future. For the third year since it was conceived, the Design Innovation Award will be given to an innovative nautical product at the event.
• Bologna International Boat Show (30 October-7 November) is a glimpse inside the supply chain of boating with an emphasis on five- to eight-metre vessels and the art of boatbuilding. Explore breath-taking examples of construction and forward-thinking design.
• Nautilia (15-23 October) is a trade fair for used boats in Latisana, near Venice. Its exhibition halls display more than 200 power and sailboats as well as accessories.

Boat shows in the Netherlands

• Hiswa te Water (31 August-4 September) takes place at Batavia Haven in Lelystad. As the largest in-water boat show in Northern Europe, there’s much to experience – sailing for kids, live performances and DJs, trial sails and some 300 boats to look at.
• METSTRADE (15-17 November) in Amsterdam is a marine equipment trade show that celebrates industry expertise. More than 13,000 exhibitors present their very best, making it ideal for networking opportunities.

Boat shows in Germany

• Interboot (17-25 September) in Friedrichshafen is a large-scale boat show intended for anyone with an interest in boating. With a variety of exhibitors, clubs to join, and even a beach cinema and stand-up paddle board test pool, it promises a fun day out.
• International Sailors Affairs Flensburg (23-25 September, or INSA, is a trade fair for boating, yachting and watersports fans.
• Boat & Fun Berlin (24-27 November) showcases more than 600 powerboats, sailing yachts, houseboats and more. You’ll come away from the leisure fair with fishing tips, sports equipment, charter advice and more.

Boat shows in Switzerland

• Salon Nautique du Léman (11-13 November), also known as the Swiss Boat Show, in Geneva connects you with like-minded boaters, marine sports lovers and exhibitors from the world’s best brands.

After attending any one of these 2022 boating events, you’ll no doubt start thinking about what type of boat you’d like to own . Continue to be inspired by browsing through the latest sailboats , powerboats , yachts and smaller vessels that could be yours.

Image credits : Southampton International Boat Show // Cannes Yachting Festival // Salone Nautico Bologna // Mc-Clic via Monaco Yacht Show

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Unmissable yacht events and yacht shows 2024

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Posted by llze du Toit 1 Feb 2024

From Monaco to Miami, Dubai to Antigua: the yacht show calendar for 2024 is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever. This year’s most popular yacht shows will take place worldwide, boasting stunning views, incredible craftsmanship, and countless activities and amenities.

The world’s best yacht events give those in the boating industry the ideal opportunity to network, learn about the latest trends, meet existing and new clients, and showcase their products and services to a highly engaged audience.

Discover the 10 best boat shows and events that are not to be missed in 2024.

What are the 10 most popular yacht shows in 2024?

Amongst the 10 most popular yacht shows in 2024 are the Palm Beach International Boat Show, the Monaco Yacht Show, the Miami International Boat Show, and the Cannes Yachting Festival. Take a look at the top yacht shows and events 2024, as well as the highlights of this year’s superyacht calendar.

Yacht shows 2024

1 – miami international boat show 2024.

14 – 16 February, US

The Miami International Boat Show 2024 is quickly approaching, bringing boat enthusiasts and industry professionals together at the Miami Beach Convention Centre to celebrate over 1000 of the most innovative boats on the market.

The show features more than three million square feet of space and over 1500 exhibitors dedicated to the newest boats, accessories, and services. Boaters can explore hundreds of vessels of all shapes and sizes, including cruisers, sportfishers, trawlers, motor boats, sailing vessels and more.

The Miami International Boat Show 2024 is dedicated to providing the best possible educational opportunities for its attendees. There are also special events for children and families, making the show a great place for the whole family to have fun and learn about the marine lifestyle.

Plan your itinerary with the Miami International Boat Show website. 

2- DUBAI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2024

28 February – 3 March, UAE

The next event in the calendar 2024 is the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS 2024). Hosted in the sparkling Dubai Harbour, the Dubai Yacht Show has been a regular feature in the UAE every March for the past 30 years. By far the Middle East’s largest yacht and lifestyle event, the boat show welcomes over 3000 industry professionals, UHNW clients, and general visitors to be part of a vibrant on-land and on-water entertainment program.

The DIBS 2024 yacht show will host over 1,000 brands and companies and showcase a remarkable 200 yachts in the dedicated Superyacht Avenue. The yachting event will feature a variety of high-performance vessels and yachts, both for racing and leisure. However, it’s not just about the vessels when it comes to DIBS 2024. Every year the superyacht show organisers detail an exciting agenda packed with world-class entertainment, networking opportunities, and an opportunity to experience the best of the UAE.

Visitors will also be able to benefit from the knowledgeable experts who will be on hand to explain the different yacht technologies and answer any questions about the boats on display.

The impressive water sports village is also an added bonus, where visitors can try the latest water toys, from kayaks to stand-up paddleboards and hoverboards.

Plan your visit to the Dubai International Yacht Show 2024 on the show’s website. 

3 – PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2024

21 – 24 March, US 

The Palm Beach International Boat Show is one of the most popular shows, and 2024 looks to be no exception. The boating event brings together some of the best international names for four days of networking, entertainment, and viewings. With its beautiful location in Palm Beach, Florida – just moments from Relevance Yacht’s Miami office – and extensive range of activities and events, the nautical event promises to be an exciting and memorable experience for everyone involved. 

The 2024 yacht show will feature over 800 vessels and superyacht lifestyle products, including hundreds of boats ranging from 8-foot RIBs to a vast selection of powerboats, sailboats, fishing boats, and motor boats.

Attendees will have the chance to meet with boat manufacturers, brokers, and distributors from around the world to find the perfect vessel for them. You can also learn about the latest boating technology and marine products, such as fishing equipment, navigational aids, and boating accessories. 

With its beautiful beaches and incredible weather, Palm Beach will provide a memorable backdrop for the event.

Plan your visit to the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2024 on the show’s website. 

4 – MEDITERRANEAN YACHT SHOW 2024

27 April – 1 May, Greece 

Returning once again to the beautiful town of Nafplion, Greece, the Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDY’S) has revealed that it will be hosting its eighth event this spring. Regarded as the world’s largest crewed charter show, attendees can be expected to be treated to a wealth of valuable information and unparalleled insight into the world of Greek charters.

This popular boat show is expected to be as memorable as the boat show in 2023, welcoming charter brokers and boating industry professionals worldwide to witness the impressive line-up of dazzling superyachts as they prepare for a busy summer charter season ahead.

While the emphasis of the 2024 boat show is undoubtedly on the fleet of vessels on display, the social programme of the event is equally impressive, with the welcoming and farewell ceremonies presenting a great number of networking opportunities. The annual chef’s competition is certainly one to remember, showcasing the latest trends in superyacht cuisine.

Find out more about the Mediterranean Yacht Show 2024 on the event’s official website. 

5 – CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL 2024

10 – 15 September, France 

The Cannes Yachting Festival is one of the world’s most prestigious nautical events and the largest in-water Mediterranean yacht shows. Set in the heart of the French Riviera, the Cannes Yachting Festival is a six-day celebration of all things boating. The nautical event regularly attracts more than 50,000 visitors eager to explore the latest boats, tenders, and luxury lifestyles.

The vessels on display in Cannes range from 3 to 50 meters plus in length, with many prestigious brands offering daily sea trials on board some of the most exciting new launches. Some of the boat builders in Cannes over the past few years have included Baglietto, Cantiere Delle Marche (CDM), Gulf Craft, Pearl Yachts, Princess Yachts, Sanlorenzo, Sunreef Yachts and Van der Valk Yachts.

Not to be missed, the yachting festival promises to deliver a wide range of activities, including seminars, competitions, and demonstrations. Visitors can experience the latest trends in boating technology and discover the best in contemporary and vintage boats, giving attendees a chance to learn more about the industry.

Stay up to date with the latest Cannes Yachting Festival 2024 news on the Cannes yacht show website. 

6 – Monaco Yacht Show 2024

25 – 28 September 2024, Monaco 

The Monaco Yacht Show is undoubtedly the pinnacle of the yacht calendar in 2024. With the world’s largest exhibition of superyachts on display, it’s certainly not hard to see why.

Hosted in the iconic Port Hercules, considered the yachting capital of the world, the event regularly attracts industry professionals, world-class superyachts, including the industry’s latest boats, and nautical lifestyle exhibitors.

This exclusive event is set to feature more than 500 boats on display from some of the biggest names in the industry, including Benetti, Sunseeker, and Azimut. The models on display are never anything short of impressive and give a prime example of the types of vessels available to buy.

The Monaco Yacht Show 2024 will have something for everyone. Exhibitors include renowned boat designers and manufacturers and marine equipment, supplies, and services. There will also be a wide variety of luxury lifestyle brands to browse and purchase, as well as the latest water sports equipment.

As one of the best boat shows in the world, the show is the perfect place to network with other industry professionals at one of the event’s illustrious Monaco parties .

Based around the VIP Sapphire Experience, visitors with VIP tickets can make use of exclusive facilities throughout the event and relax in convivial settings with unobstructed views of the port. Complete with its own bar and waiting service, the Sapphire Lounge is the ideal hub for making new contacts, closing deals, and taking in the social scene of the nautical event.

Learn more about the show at the official Monaco Yacht Show website. 

7 – FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2024

30 October – 3 November, US

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2024 (FLIBS) is considered the largest in-water boat show in the world. The show will run from 30 October to 3 November, offering an action-packed five-day yachting extravaganza.

FLIBS is one of the most prestigious maritime events on the international circuit and is expected to draw up to 100,000 visitors this year. It is a superb opportunity for the marine industry to display its offerings, from the latest fishing boats, superyachts, and other watercraft to marine engines and accessories. It is also a great place to network and benefit from new relationships in the boating community.

The show will also host several informative seminars and demonstrations on topics such as the care and maintenance of boats, sailing instruction, and fishing techniques.

This popular boat show promises to deliver an array of activities, such as a fishing tournament, tours of the marina, live music and entertainment, as well as plenty of food and drink.

Head to the show’s website for more information on the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2024 . 

8 – METSTRADE YACHT SHOW 2024

19 – 21 November, Netherlands 

The Marine Equipment Trade Show (METSTRADE 2024) is the largest international business-to-business exhibition for the marine leisure industry, bringing together some of the most prestigious yacht suppliers, shipyards, and maritime professionals for three days in November.

Hosted in the vibrant capital of Amsterdam and close to some of the boating industry’s best superyacht suppliers and shipyards, the event will be organised into three pavilions: Superyachts, Marinas and Yards, and Construction Materials.

Every year, show organisers host an engaging agenda to cultivate connection, recognition, and innovation in the marine industry. Scheduled 2024 yacht show highlights include the Global Superyacht Forum hosted by the Superyacht Group, the annual Boat Builder Awards, the Young Professionals in Yachting Club, and the DAME Design Award.

To register for your ticket to METSTRADE 2024 as a visitor or exhibitor, head to the official trade show’s website. 

9 – Abu Dhabi International Boat Show 2024

21 – 24 November, UAE

The Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) is the leading maritime and leisure event in the Middle East and North Africa region. ADIBS is held in the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre’s (ADNEC) marina and at the newly completed waterfront Marina Hall. The impressive venue is one of the few in the world with the ability to host indoor, outdoor, and nautical events simultaneously.

ADIBS spans three days and provides a unique and exciting opportunity for visitors to experience the very best of the nautical lifestyle. This includes boat shows, vessel displays, live demonstrations, and interactive events across an area over 40,000 square metres in size. It’s also an ideal platform for networking, making contacts, and discussing new business opportunities.

The marine event will feature an array of boats and luxury yachts, including the latest and most luxurious models. Boating enthusiasts can browse and compare models, take a test drive, and even purchase their dream boat.

Make sure to time your visit to ADIBS with the FI Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which takes place just four days before the popular yacht show.

Stay informed on the official 2024 Abu Dhabi International Boat Show website. 

10 – ANTIGUA YACHT SHOW 2024

4 – 9 December, Antigua 

Boasting perhaps one of the best destinations on the yachting calendar 2024, the Antigua Charter Yacht Show has been a firm favourite of superyacht captains, international charter brokers, and marine vendors since 1971. Located at the Nelson’s Dockyard UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as the Falmouth Harbour Marina and the Antigua Yacht Club Marina, the industry-only event will celebrate its 62nd anniversary.

Visitors to the show will be treated to various experiences, including more than 100 sail and motor yachts for sale and charter, competitive racing, and social events. The show will also feature a wide selection of maritime equipment, services, and accessories.

Aside from the yachting innovations, the Antigua Boat Show 2024 will also feature many exciting activities, including seminars, demonstrations, and even a chance to participate in a race. There will be several special events and activities for children, including a pirate-themed treasure hunt and a special children’s parade.

Stay updated on the latest yacht calendar 2024 news on the Antigua Yacht Show 2024 website. 

Yacht Shows 2024: FAQs

What’s the largest boat show in the world.

The largest boat show in the world is the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), held annually in the state of Florida, US. With more than 1,300 boats and exhibitions spanning more than 100 acres, it is easily the world’s largest yacht show. The yacht show 2024 spans five days and typically welcomes more than 100,000 visitors from across the globe. For yachting enthusiasts and yacht service providers, it is without question the show to be at. Relevance Yacht’s team of yacht marketing experts regularly attends the show, taking the opportunity to learn about the latest yacht trends and meet with our clients..

What are the top yacht trends 2024?

Top yacht trends for 2024 include a growth in expedition vessels, a boom in charters and new-build yachts, greener yachting solutions, new technology and emerging markets, and changing demographics, including a younger yachting clientele.

• The growth of expedition vessels is driven by yacht owners and charterers wishing to explore the world’s most remote regions. Younger yachting enthusiasts are particularly keen on exploring off the beaten path, seeking more immersive yachting adventures that require an adventure yacht.
• A boom in charters and new builds, driven by a general increase and interest in the yachting industry. According to Boat International, there were more than 1,200 superyacht projects on the global order books in 2023, a rise of 17.5% compared to previous years. This growth is expected to continue this year and beyond.
• A desire to enjoy an experiential yachting experience with custom and highly unique experiences.
• Greener yachting solutions, including hybrid and electric yachts and sustainable onboard practices. This trend is front-and-centre at the world’s leading yacht shows in 2024, with many boasting dedicated sustainability exhibitions.
• New technology is changing the yachting industry and will be a key yacht trend in 2024. Smart yachts are becoming the norm, increasing efficiency and onboard experiences. The role of AI is increasing in the yachting industry, and VR is also gaining momentum.
• Emerging markets in 2024 will see a shift in the yachting industry, driven by wealth changes and the global UHNW population. While North America and Europe remain the world’s largest yacht consumers, Asia has now overtaken Europe as the second-largest UHNW region, and by 2025 Asia-Pacific will boast almost a quarter of the global population of UHNWIs. Due to this shift in wealth, key yacht industry players are expanding to Asia. You can learn more about the latest UHNW demographics in Relevance’s UHNW whitepaper .
• The Gen Z influence will continue to increase in 2024 as younger clients enter the yachting industry, with the average age of superyacht owners now predicted to be between 35 and 45.

Which yacht show is the most prestigious?

The Monaco Yacht Show is considered the world’s most prestigious boat show, with many pedigree shipyards choosing to debut superyachts at this event. The yacht show boasts the world’s most luxurious superyachts alongside world-class yachting service providers. The show is held in Port Hercules, in the Principality of Monaco, considered the world’s most exclusive destination. Relevance Yacht, which is headquartered in Monaco, attends the show annually.

How can Relevance Yacht help with yacht show 2024 marketing? 

Relevance Yacht is a luxury yacht marketing agency that works with the biggest names in the industry. Ready to elevate your marketing strategy ahead of a busy calendar of 2024 yacht shows? Our digital marketing and content experts are here to help you make the most of every opportunity. Get in touch with our team!

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Best Boat Shows in Europe

If you’re a yachting enthusiast, you probably already know that boat shows are the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded individuals, explore the latest models and designs, and learn from industry experts. Europe is the ideal destination for anyone looking to attend a boat show, with its rich history and diverse range of events. In this article, we’ll be exploring the best boat shows in Europe, highlighting what makes each of them unique and worth experiencing.

Cannes Yachting Festival

The Cannes Yachting Festival is one of the most sought-after boat shows in Europe, attracting over 600 exhibitors and more than 50,000 visitors every year. Held in the glamorous city of Cannes, France, the festival features some of the world’s most luxurious yachts and superyachts. Visitors can expect to see a wide range of vessels, from small motorboats to enormous megayachts, all the while surrounded by the stunning Mediterranean coastline. The Cannes Yachting Festival is also known for its glamorous parties and events, making it a must-attend for anyone looking to indulge in a bit of luxury.

What to Expect

• Over 600 exhibitors showcasing the latest yachts and superyachts
• Numerous glamorous parties and events
• Beautiful backdrop of the Mediterranean coastline

Monaco Yacht Show

The Monaco Yacht Show is another highly regarded boat show in Europe, held annually in the luxurious city-state of Monaco. The show is known for its exclusive atmosphere and attracts some of the biggest names in the yachting industry. Visitors can expect to see some of the most impressive yachts and superyachts in the world, with over 120 vessels on display. The show also features a range of events and seminars, providing visitors with the opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain valuable insights into the world of yachting.

• Over 120 of the world’s most impressive yachts and superyachts
• Exclusive atmosphere attracting big names in the yachting industry
• Opportunity to attend seminars and events hosted by industry experts

Southampton Boat Show

The Southampton Boat Show is the largest boat show in the UK and one of the most significant in Europe. Held annually in the city of Southampton, the show attracts over 100,000 visitors every year. The show features a wide range of exhibitors showcasing everything from small dinghies to large yachts and superyachts. Visitors can expect to see some of the latest designs and innovations in the yachting industry, making it a must-attend for anyone looking to stay up-to-date with the latest trends.

• Over 100,000 visitors and a wide range of exhibitors
• Latest designs and innovations in the yachting industry
• Beautiful backdrop of the Southampton coastline

Genoa International Boat Show

The Genoa International Boat Show is one of the oldest and most prestigious boat shows in Europe, dating back to 1962. Held annually in the Italian city of Genoa, the show attracts over 1,000 exhibitors and 150,000 visitors every year. The show features a range of vessels, from small motorboats to large yachts and superyachts, as well as a variety of marine equipment and accessories. Visitors can expect to see some of the world’s most prestigious yachts and superyachts, making it a must-attend for anyone looking to experience the best of the yachting industry.

• Over 1,000 exhibitors and 150,000 visitors
• Range of vessels and marine equipment on display
• Opportunity to see some of the world’s most prestigious yachts and superyachts

Boot Düsseldorf

Boot Düsseldorf is the largest indoor boat show in the world, attracting over 250,000 visitors every year. Held annually in the German city of Düsseldorf, the show features over 2,000 exhibitors showcasing a wide range of vessels and marine equipment. Visitors can expect to see some of the latest designs and innovations in the yachting industry, as well as attend seminars and events hosted by industry experts. Boot Düsseldorf is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the yachting industry.

• Largest indoor boat show in the world with over 250,000 visitors
• Over 2,000 exhibitors showcasing the latest designs and innovations

Boat shows are the perfect opportunity for yachting enthusiasts to explore the latest designs and innovations, meet like-minded individuals, and learn from industry experts. Europe is home to some of the best boat shows in the world, each with its unique atmosphere and attractions. Whether you’re looking to indulge in a bit of luxury or stay up-to-date with the latest trends, Europe’s boat shows are guaranteed to deliver an unforgettable experience.

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Spring in europe means annual yacht charter shows: barcelona 2023, spring in europe is our time to attend the annual yacht charter shows and this year beautiful barcelona hosted the 2023 myba yacht charter show. barcelona will also host the 2024 america’s cup challenge so the buzz here is electric..

Our job is to visit travel destinations where you have been or you may want to go. Someone has to be your eyes, ears, nose, and tastebuds “at sea” and “on the ground” and we work hard to be your best resource.  

Last Spring in 2022, I attended the Mediterranean Charter Show in Nafplion , Greece hosted this excellent event that included more than 90 Greek-flagged yachts. Then on to Gocek, Turkey for the Turkish Yachting & Brokers Association (TYBA) yacht charter show in May 2022 which was also a great success.

This year, 2023, I attended the MYBA (The Worldwide Yachting Association)   Charter Show in Spain.  Showcasing the “super yachts” that ply the Western Mediterranean in the summers, it was held at the Marina Port Vell Barcelona.

After the charter show, I will be traveling to the most desirable Italian islands; Sicily, Sardinia, and Corsica and then sailing in Croatia. Later in this post are itineraries for these destinations that we think you’ll enjoy.

Barcelona is a gorgeous, thriving historical city. She will be hosting the 37th America’s Cup Challenge in 2024 !

The incredible Costa de Sol coastline is where I stayed for cruising and for its short flights from Barcelona to The Balearics. The 33rd MYBA (Mediterranean Yacht Brokers Association) Charter Show put on a fabulous week of meeting crews, gaining insights into itineraries, and overall getting to know our partners.

SICILY and the AEOLIAN ISLANDS, ITALY

From Barcelona to Palermo is only a 2-hour flight.

Sicily may be on your radar after all the fuss about the show WHITE LOTUS on HBO. Filming took place in Palermo, Sicily’s capital, the San Domenico Palace (a Four Seasons Hotel) in Taormina, and La Cambusa, a ristorante in Giardini Naxos.

Popular ports are Palermo, Capo d’ Orlando, Milazzo, a jumping-off point to the Aeolian islands (also known as the Lipari Islands) including volcanic Stromboli.

There are seven volcanic islands, Lipari being the largest. I will be staying on Salina, one of the most serene and peaceful of this island cluster. Ferry-hopping will be an adventure.

Returning to the mainland, traveling east of the island, Taormina is one of the most popular ports with Mt. Etna in view.  It is perched on a rocky headland high above the sea.

Sample Itinerary for Sicily and the Aeolian Islands

Sardinia and Corsica

SARDINIA, Italy – Flights out of Catania are easy for a short jaunt to Olbia, Sardinia.  Unlike her sister Sicily, she is much more of a “high-end” tourist area, especially with ports of call such as Porto Cervo, Porto Rotundo (where I will be staying), and the protected La Maddalena Archipelago National Park islands. Porto Teresa Gallura is an easy ferry transport to Bonifacio, Corsica.

CORSICA, France – Coming from Sardinia through the Straits of Bonifacio Harbor, this city is situated on the cliffs.  The beauty is natural and boasts Romanesque, Gothic or neo-Byzantine architecture.

Sample Itinerary for Sardinia and Corsica

The 150′ Motor Sail Yacht OMNIA will host us charter professionals sailing out of Split from May 10-14. She is based in Croatia and accommodates up to 12 guests with 2 Kings, 2 Queens, and 2 Twins (which can convert into Queens) all with ensuite bathrooms.   Her toys are extensive:  Tenders & Toys: 2 x Tenders: 6m (20ft) with 130hp outboard motor / 5 m (16ft) dinghy with 35hp outboard motor, 2 x Seadoo Spark Trixx Jetskis 90hp (2 people), 2 x F5 Seabobs, 2 x Stand up paddle boards, 2 x Inflatable kayaks (2 people), 1 x Wakeboard, adult, 1 x Water skis, adult, 1 x Water skis, children, 1 x Towable Jobe tube (1 person), 1 x Towable Soinera tube (3 people), 12 x Snorkelling equipment, (8 adults, 4 children), Water shoes (all sizes), Fishing equipment (2 spin fishing rods, jigs for fish, octopus, squids, etc.).

Sample Itinerary for Croatia 

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World boat show calendar for 2024

Palm Beach International Boat Show

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Shanghai International Boat Show

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London Luxury Afloat

Bay Bridge Boat Show

Eriksberg Boat Show

Oriental Boat Show

Lake Havasu Boat Show

Sarasota Suncoast Boat Show

South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2024

Palma International Boat Show

La Napoule Boat Show

Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show

Keels & Wheels Concours D’Elegance

Jersey Boat Show

Internautica International Boat Show

The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

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Salone Nautico Venezia

Hamburg Ancora Yachtfestival

Top Marques Monaco

Bay Harbor In-Water Boat Show

Newport Charter Yacht Show

Wooden Boat Show

West Palm Beach Boat Show

Polboat Yachting Festival

August 2024.

Sydney International Boat Show

Uiva 2024 Flytande

Orust Sailboat Show

Marstrand Motor Boatshow

Hiswa Te Water

Allt at Sea In Gustavberg

September 2024.

Atlantic City In Water Boat Show

Wooden Boat Festival

Cannes Yachting Festival

Newport International Boat Show

Metro Boat Show

Southampton Boat Show

International Sailors Affairs Flensburg (Insa)

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Genoa International Boat Show

Monaco Yacht Show

October 2024.

Annapolis US Powerboat Show

Olympic Yacht Show

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November 2024.

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A look at the most expensive superyachts at the Palm Beach yacht show and their insane features, from basketball courts on deck to ice baths and saunas

• The Palm Beach International Boat Show kicks off later this week.
• Eight megayachts are expected to be on display for would-be buyers and charter customers.
• These are the show's biggest yachts — and how many millions of dollars they are going for.

The Palm Beach International Boat Show — the yacht world's flashiest event stateside — is returning this year with over 800 boats for both deep-pocked potential owners and window shoppers to peruse.

While it's impossible to know what exactly will be on display until the show begins on Thursday, it's expected that eight megayachts — generally defined as ships over 60 meters long — will be docked at the show and at nearby marinas like the Rybovich Marina in the ritzy Florida town.

Some of these are for sale at eye-popping prices, but others are available to if in case you fancy living like a billionaire for a week or two this summer (and if you have six figures to spare on a vacation).

These are the eight biggest yachts that will be at the Palm Beach International Boat Show and nearby marinas, in size order.

Nero: 90.1 meters

Price: From $497,000 a week (charter) Standout features: Pizza ovens, beauty salon, massage room, resistance pool

Reportedly owned by Irish billionaire Denis O'Brien, Nero is modeled after J.P. Morgan's 1930s ship , and was built in 2007 and updated in 2021.

She now boasts a gym on her sundeck with multiple cardio machines and a beauty salon, and has an on-board beautician for manicure, pedicure, hair, and massage needs. There's also an upgraded movie theater, two new pizza ovens, and both a pool and a jacuzzi.

For those who want to go overboard, she has more than a dozen toys, including a waterslide, Jet Ski, and flyboard.

Victorious: 85 meters

Price: From $876,600 a week in the summer and $950,000 a week in the winter Standout features: Hammam (Turkish bath), wine cellar, wood-burning fireplace, children's playroom

Victorious brings a party vibe to the yacht show. With a beach club on board, a wine cellar, a cigar clubroom , multiple bars, and a lounge with a piano, the vessel is made for entertaining. Plus, there's a playroom and movie theater to entertain the kids.

For tamer charter clients, Victorious has a suite of wellness features such as a gym, massage room, beauty salon and hammam, or Turkish bath — perhaps a custom request of her owner, Turkish businessman Vural Ak.

She also boasts a treasure trove of water toys, including Jet Skis, jetsurfs, inflatable kayaks, and scuba equipment.

Casino Royale: 72 meters

Price: TBD Special Features: Infinity pool, helipad, private jacuzzi

Purchased and refitted by car dealer magnate John Staluppi last year, Casino Royale is the latest of his James Bond-inspired yachts (he's also owned an Octopussy and a Skyfall, among others).

Casino Royale has a helipad that turns into a dancefloor, an infinity pool, and a wellness center with a gym and sauna. The owner's cabin has its own deck, which features a private bar and jacuzzi.

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However, the boat's price isn't listed, and while she's not necessarily officially for sale, that might change depending on who's prepared to buy, Mr. Bond.

Talisman C: 70.6 meters

Price: $60 million (or from $567,000 a week to charter) Special features: Massage and beauty room, private library

Likely the largest yacht for sale (not just charter) at the show, the Talisman C is a 2011 six-bedroom boat. The owner's cabin comes with an en suite bathroom, dressing room, private library, and crystal chandeliers.

Amenities include a gym, a beauty room, oversized jacuzzi, and a fully equipped bar. Her crew of 19 includes a trained masseuse, and the toy room comes equipped with a wakeboard, eFoil , and WaveRunners.

Joy: 70 meters

Price: From $650,000 a week Special features: Disco club, basketball court, onboard fitness instructor

Superyacht Joy testifies to the fact that owners want as many on-board experiences as they can get.

There's an expansive suite of fitness features, including a basketball court (don't shoot that hoop too hard!), a personal trainer on staff, boxing equipment, and a handful of machines. For post-workout winddowns, there's a spa with a steam room and onboard masseuse. And for entertainment, there's both an outdoor and indoor cinema, and a disco club.

Triumph: 65.4 meters

Price: From $707,600 a week in the summer and $650,000 a week in the winter Special features: Sauna, helipad, banana boat

This 2021 superyacht is named after Triumph motorcycles — a reported favorite of her rumored owner, British businessman Chris Dawson — and even has one on display as an art piece in the upper deck's lounge. The primary suite is 1,400 square feet and has its own study , and there's a sauna, an indoor-outdoor gym, a helipad, and a massage room spread among her six decks.

She boasts an "armada of water toys," including two kinds of Jet Skis, electric water bikes, and a banana boat.

Seanna: 64.5 meters

Price: $54,000,000 (or from $462,000 a week to charter) Special features: marble foyer, movie room, sundeck pool

The recently refurbished Seanna is available for sale and charter.

Her indoor-outdoor gym is on sea level so that passengers can take a dip after a session with the onboard personal trainer. There's also a sundeck pool, a helipad, a two-room massage facility, and, for the more cerebral guests, a library with an electric fireplace.

There are a number of toys on board, including a popular water trampoline and two WaveRunners.

Come Together: 60 meters

Price: $65,000,000 Special Features: DJ and videographer on board, ice bath, sauna

Next-to-new yacht Come Together is looking for a new owner after doing charters during the 2023 season.

The Beatles' influence is evident beyond the yacht's name, with guitars dotting the sky lounge and a crewmember who doubles as a DJ. There's also an outdoor cinema and bar for entertainment and an ice bath and sauna for the day after the party. The owner's suite has a private study and lounge, and each guest cabin has its own ensuite.

The sale includes a number of toys, like Jet Skis, kayaks, and Seabobs.

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Why has Leo Varadkar suddenly resigned as Irish prime minister?

A disastrous referendum result on modernising definitions of ‘family’ and women’s roles was a major factor.

Leo Varadkar’s decision to step down as prime minister of Ireland was so surprising that, according to reports, not even colleagues from his centre-right party, Fine Gael, saw it coming.

The Republic of Ireland’s taoiseach (the Irish Gaelic word for “chief” or “leader”), who will resign his post as prime minister as soon as a successor is chosen by his party and then approved by the Irish parliament, cut an emotional figure as he made his announcement on the steps of government buildings in Dublin on Wednesday after serving two terms as Irish premier – the first from 2017 to 2020 and the second since 2022. He will step down as his party’s leader with immediate effect.

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With his party floundering in the polls, the 45-year-old said that another leader – and therefore another prime minister – would be “better placed” to tackle the next Irish general election, which must be held no later than March 2025.

“I believe this government can be re-elected,” he said. “I believe a new taoiseach will be better placed than me to achieve that – to renew and strengthen the top team, to refocus our message and policies, and to drive implementation. After seven years in office, I am no longer the best person for that job.”

Who is Leo Varadkar?

As the dramatic manner of his resignation suggests, Varadkar has not shied away from making political waves during his time as a front-line politician.

Indeed, when the former medical doctor became taoiseach in 2017 at the age of just 38, he immediately made history as the youngest, the first mixed-race and the first openly gay politician to occupy the premiership of Ireland, a European Union member state steeped in Catholic heritage.

Varadkar, who was born in Dublin to an Indian immigrant father and Irish mother in 1979, first went public with his sexuality during a radio interview with Ireland’s RTE Radio 1 in 2015 while serving as Irish health minister.

“I am a gay man. It’s not a secret, but not something that everyone would necessarily know but isn’t something I’ve spoken publicly about before,” he told listeners.

“It’s not something that defines me,” he added. “I’m not a half-Indian politician, or a doctor politician or a gay politician for that matter. It’s just part of who I am … it is part of my character I suppose.”

Why is he stepping down now?

Varadkar’s attempt to modernise references to family and women in the country’s 87-year-old constitution in a dual referendum earlier this month resulted in a humiliating and heavy defeat for the taoiseach and his political allies.

The first question in the referendum asked Irish voters for permission to widen the definition of family by amending wording so it read that families can be established “on marriage or on other durable relationships”.

The second question asked citizens whether the clause – “mothers shall not be obliged by economic necessity to engage in labour to the neglect of their duties in the home” – should be deleted and another – “The state recognises that the provision of care, by members of a family to one another by reason of the bonds that exist among them, gives to society a support without which the common good cannot be achieved, and shall strive to support such provision” – added.

Varadkar had described the polls, which deliberately fell on International Women’s Day on March 8, as a chance to do away with “very old-fashioned, very sexist language about women”.

In the end, however, the nation disagreed with him and, while Ireland’s main political parties all campaigned for a “Yes, Yes” vote, Varadkar was particularly criticised for leading a “gimmicky” and “confusing” campaign.

“There are a lot of people who got this wrong and I am certainly one of them,” he said after the referendum results were announced.

Tom McTague, political editor of the UK’s UnHerd, summed up Varadkar’s immediate legacy by writing that he “resigned as all political leaders do: dispirited and unpopular, the sheen of his early years long since wiped away by the grinding realities of government. His party, Fine Gael, now trails badly in the polls. Ireland’s housing crisis borders on the obscene”.

What were his career highlights as Irish taoiseach?

Varadkar’s time at the top of government saw him serve five years as Irish prime minister and two as deputy prime minister (between 2020 and 2022).

When he first became taoiseach in 2017, Ireland’s nearest neighbour, the United Kingdom, had recently voted to quit the European Union in its so-called Brexit referendum of 2016 – which also triggered the resignation of a prime minister, the UK’s David Cameron.

But after then-UK Prime Minister Theresa May declared that Britain’s departure from the EU would also mean its withdrawal from the bloc’s single market and customs union, the spectre of a hard border between EU member the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, which is part of the UK, loomed large.

Northern Ireland’s sensitive political history of sectarian conflict known as the Troubles – which lasted for nearly 30 years and ended in May 1998 with the Good Friday Agreement – became a major issue for Varadkar, who wanted to keep the flow of goods moving between the two jurisdictions without the need for security cameras or border posts dividing the island of Ireland.

Varadkar was at the centre of negotiations between the UK, the EU and Ireland on this issue, which saw a deal finalised after Northern Ireland was made to align with EU trading rules.

Varadkar namechecked this deal, which was recently modified as part of a deal to resume Northern Ireland’s devolved power-sharing government in February, as one of his main successes in his resignation speech.

“We prevented a hard border between north and south and protected our place in Europe,” he stated.

Varadkar oversaw the lifting of a near-total ban on abortion in 2018 when the country voted overwhelmingly in favour of reform of the country’s strict laws.

In recent months, Varadkar has publicly criticised Israel’s ongoing military campaign against the Gaza Strip.

Following the Hamas attack on southern Israel on October 7 last year, the physically imposing premier (he stands 1.9m or 6ft 4in tall) departed from the Western narrative when he criticised the Israeli state’s military motives in the face of the rising Palestinian death toll, which has since surpassed 31,000.

“What I’m seeing unfolding at the moment isn’t just self-defence. It looks, resembles something more approaching revenge,” he said during a visit to South Korea in November 2023. “That’s not where we should be. And I don’t think that’s how Israel will guarantee future freedom and future security.”

When multiple nation donors suspended funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) after Israel accused it of employing members of Hamas, Varadkar was among the few leaders who pledged to continue sending money in February.

On March 15, just five days before he announced his resignation, Varadkar urged US President Joe Biden to work towards an “immediate humanitarian ceasefire” in Gaza during a St Patrick’s Day meeting in Washington with the American leader, who frequently refers to his own Irish heritage.

Who will succeed Varadkar as Irish PM?

Ireland’s minister for higher education and former health minister, Simon Harris, is being widely touted as the favourite to succeed Varadkar as leader of Fine Gael, and become Irish prime minister.

At just 37, a victory for Harris would see him trump Varadkar as the youngest-ever Irish taoiseach if Fine Gael declare him as its new party leader on April 6, and he is voted in by the Irish Parliament after the Easter break.

Others initially seen as possible contenders, including enterprise minister Simon Coveney, minister for justice Helen McEntee and minister for public expenditure Paschal Donohoe, have ruled themselves out.