Doors open for the 2024 Antigua Charter Yacht Show

By Katie Scott 4 December 2024

Opening its doors for a highly anticipated 63rd edition, the Antigua Charter Yacht Show welcomes yachting industry professionals for an exclusive look at this season's hottest Caribbean yacht charters.

Anticipating a strong fleet of 60 superyacht charters, plus more at anchor, the 2024 Antigua Charter Yacht Show has an impressive 40 debuts with an average length of 165.97ft (50.59m).

Hosting the largest number of motor yacht charters since the 2018 edition, attending industry professionals and brokers can expect to see an enticing collection of the latest luxury yacht rentals, and enjoy plenty of opportunities to experience guided tours and speak with relative captains and crew.

Superyacht charters berthed in Antigua Yacht Club Marina

Covering three marinas, namely the Nelson's Dockyard Marina, Falmouth Harbor Marina, and the Antigua Yacht Club Marina, the show boasts a clearly defined layout with each zone showcasing an incredible selection of motor and sailing yacht charters.

Home to some of the largest attending yachts, the Superyacht Dock can be found at Nelson's Dockyard.

Deck Jacuzzi onboard charter yacht BLACK PEARL

Overview of the main salon onboard charter yacht BLACK PEARL

Among the attending fleet of Antigua and St Barts yacht charters, a key highlight for the 2024 Antigua Charter Yacht Show is the debut of 344.6ft (105m) superyacht charter BLACK PEARL. The largest superyacht to attend the show in over a decade, this striking Oceanco charter yacht is ready to embark on her inaugural charter season and features captivating interiors inspired by King Louis XVI.

Charter yacht CC-SUMMER at anchor with an island in the background

Other noteworthy luxury yacht charters attending the Antigua Charter Yacht Show include 266.8ft (81.28m) super yacht charter ALFA NERO, who makes her majestic return to the yacht charter fleet after being released from sanctions, the iconic 311.8ft (95m) luxury charter yacht CC-SUMMER, previously known as MADSUMMER, and 181.9ft (55.4m) motor yacht charter HOLDIN' MY OWN.

In addition to the plethora of yacht rentals around the docks, the Antigua Charter Yacht Show is also hosting the popular Chef's Competition with this year's theme being 'The Art of Charter', plus a busy social calendar for networking and an insightful introduction to Antigua and her mix of inviting attractions.

Antigua yacht charters: At a glance

The beautiful island of Antigua offers bountiful opportunities to experience an authentic taste of the Caribbean. Laden with soft, sandy beaches and abundant secret caves for enticing diving sessions, there are plenty of reasons to include Antigua in a Caribbean or Leeward Islands yacht charter.

For those wanting to explore more of the island, Hermitage Bay and Jumby Bay Spa are key highlights.

Elevated view looking down on Nelson's Dockyard

To find out more about exploring the region, read our complete guide to Antigua yacht charters and view some sample Antigua yacht charter itineraries for ideas on how to incorporate the island into an unforgettable family yacht charter.

If you're interested in any of the luxury yacht charters on display at the Antigua Charter Yacht Show and would like to arrange for an industry professional to attend the show on your behalf, contact your preferred yacht charter broker today for more details.

Alternatively, find more inspiration by viewing the entire fleet of luxury yacht charters.