Move over, Mexico. Sit down, Seattle. There’s a new megayacht basin in town. Bad plays on words aside, a new megayacht marina in San Diego intends to start turning yachtsmen’s attention more toward the Southern California city. The intention is to attract as much attention as its neighbors to the north and south.
Already open, this megayacht marina in San Diego includes four Med-moor slips. They accommodate yachts measuring 100 feet and larger, along the Embarcadero. If you’re not familiar with San Diego, it’s walking distance from the downtown business district, restaurants (boasting some terrific steakhouses), and hotel scene. You’re additionally minutes from Lindberg Field, the international airport. It therefore suits those of you coming to the city for business or interested in exploring someplace new.
Regardless, the slips are further in proximity to a service and repair yard. In fact, Marine Group Boat Works sits at the southern end of San Diego Bay.
Things look promising for the future, too. The Port of San Diego is committed to marketing the city as a megayacht destination, and by next year four additional Med-moor spots will be available. The Port’s Board of Commissioners realized, thanks to the efforts of companies like Knight & Carver, that the megayacht industry has made a positive economic impact on other cities around the country and that it could be equally as successful in San Diego as the cruise-ship industry is, which currently brings strong economic stimulus.
For berthing availability and rates, contact Mark Taylor, (619) 686-6371.
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