Atlantic Yacht And Ship Archive Category: Events

With the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show wrapping up yesterday, the next large boat show to look forward to in South Florida is the Miami International Boat Show coming up in February. The annual yacht show in Miami Beach features the world's most extraordinary and unique yachts and superyachts from international yacht brokers on over more than 2.5 million square feet of exhibit space.  Visitors can explore every type of boat from luxury yacht builders, including catamarans, fishing boats, house boats, sailboats, schooners, motor yachts for sale... Read More

There are only two more days until the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show kicks off, so be sure to plan ahead to figure out what attractions you most wish to visit. Announced this week, legendary fly fishing gurus Flip Pallot and Chico Fernandez will be making a rare appearance together courtesy of Hell's Bay Boatworks of Titusville. To catch the famed anglers, visit Hell's Bay Boatworks' booth Friday and Saturday, number 2040 located in the Broward Convention Center. Chico Fernandez is considered to be one of the... Read More

The annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the largest boat show in the world, and expects to be even stronger this year with a list of new features and firsts. From Thursday, October 28 to Monday, November 1, 2010, the 51st Annual Boat Show will hold more than $3 billion worth of yachts, superyachts, electronics, engines and boating accessories from all the major manufacturers and boat builders worldwide. Why this year's show will be even bigger and better than ever: Florida's sales tax cap on boats... Read More

This year, the Newport International Boat Show celebrates its 40th Anniversary from September 16-19, 2010. The show will take place along America's Cup Avenue in Newport, Rhode Island, featuring new sailboats and motor yachts for sale, thousands of products and services from domestic and international exhibitors. A highlight of the show this year is the reunion of The America's Cup 12 Metre Legends. A panel of some of the most famous names in the race's history, with the likes of Ted Turner, Buddy Melges, Bruno Bich, Halsey... Read More

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the city's biggest nautical event of the year, coming up October 28 to November 1. Efrem “Skip” Zimbalist, president and CEO of Show Management, the company sponsoring the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, says he expects the event to be stronger this year than last. Yacht brokerage is leading the way in the marine industry's economic recovery, with more realistic asking prices, which are generating higher sales volume, says Zimbalist. The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will be the key... Read More

The 20th Annual Monaco Yacht Show will run from September 22 to 25, 2010 at Port Hercules in the Principality of Monaco. To keep up with technological advances, the globally renowned event has launched a new, enhanced website. The Monaco Yacht Show has ensured the simplicity and interactivity of their website aids exhibitors, press and visitors. On the new website, visitors can get full lists of exhibitors and yachts, check out the Monaco Yacht Show official sponsors, read the latest press releases and access the stunning photo... Read More

Europe's leading in-water yacht exhibition will be held in Cannes, France at Vieux Port and Port Pierre Canto from September 8 to 13, 2010. The Cannes International Boat & Yacht Show offers yacht owners and buyers the opportunity to preview the world's finest vessels and accessories. The event will feature over 500 boats in the water. New models will be shown in Vieux Port and some of the world's finest pre-owned yachts will be found at Port Pierre Canto less than one nautical mile away. Exhibition halls... Read More

For a fun summertime marine event, head out to the Indian River Nautical Flea Market and Seafood Fest this Saturday and Sunday in Vero Beach, Florida. At the festival, held at Indian River Fairgrounds, you'll find “sizzling summer marine bargains” among over 200 nautical vendor booths. The booths will be selling fishing rods, reels, lures and lines, antique collectibles and maps, teak furniture, tournament gear, nautical art, crafts and jewelry, marine artifacts, boating apparel, taxidermy and fish reproductions, diving equipment, marine accessories parts and more! There will... Read More

Jessica Watson, the 17-year-old Australian sailor who claims the title as the youngest person to sail around the world solo, is officially confirmed to be the special guest speaker at the Sydney International Boat Show that runs from July 29 to August 2, 2010. Known as the “darling of the high seas”, Jessica will share her amazing story and her highly anticipated book launch with the public at the boat show. The Sydney International Boat Show is expecting over 70,000 attendees, making it the largest boat show... Read More

Smack dab between Memorial Day and Labor Day, July 4th is the mid-summer holiday that calls for a big celebration. No matter where in the country you are spending this Independence Day, be sure to catch a fantastic fireworks show on this patriotic occasion. Here are some great Fourth of July events happening in Florida! Independence Day celebrations will kick off at Miami Beach on July 4th .This free beach party will also celebrate the area's diverse cultural heritage. Soak up the atmosphere of Latin and tropical... Read More