The Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS) Virgin Gorda, the Caribbean outpost of the famed Sardinian superyacht spot, is playing host to a four-day regatta in March open to motoryachts, single-hulled sailing yachts, and catamarans alike.
The Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous, entering its second year, is being held March 14 to 17. While motoryachts and traditional sailing yachts competed last year, this year the catamaran category is new. It’s also open to yachts as small as 60 feet, though the sail- and motoryachts are remaining in the 80-foot-plus realm. Regardless, all yachts are to be divided among three categories: performance, cruising, and catamaran.
So far there’s good interest in the regatta. To date, organizers say, 16 sailing yachts and five motoryachts may compete. The former category includes Bliss, Ganesha, Hanuman, Marie, P2, Salperton, Saudade, and Zefira. Potential motoryachts include Chanticleer, Marama, and Resolute.
Another key draw for competitors is the fact that YCCS Virgin Gorda is a relatively new marina. On the northeastern tip of Virgin Gorda, YCCS Virgin Gorda has 38 slips for megayachts to 328 feet (100 meters). Onboard provisioning, land and sea tours, helipad usage, diving, windsurfing, and other activities can all be arranged through the concierge. Members additionally enjoy use of the spa, restaurant, and other amenities at nearby Biras Creek Resort.
Also nearby, and linked to YCCS Virgin Gorda, is Oil Nut Bay, a new residential development of 88 homes on 300 acres. It, too, has slips for yachts, plus boutiques, a spa, and other amenities.
Registration is still open for the Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous. Visit the website, as well as those for Biras Creek Resort and Oil Nut Bay, for further details.
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