Virgin Islands Boating Expo
Open to the General Public.
This "destination" boat show offers an exclusive boutique vibe in America's Caribbean paradise. Join industry leaders like Lagoon, Bali, Azimut and Fountaine Pajot, and set sail for a weekend of luxury and yachts.
All VIBE passes provide access to board and tour the yachts, then cool down in the air-conditioned Harbor360 Vendor Expo where you'll be offered two complimentary drinks at the terrace bar while enjoying all-day live music and cultural performances.
Kick-off the weekend at the Opening Ceremony Champagne Reception on Thursday, May 9, 5pm - 7pm in an exclusive opportunity to meet VIBE's exhibitors.
Add lunch to any VIBE ticket at Cutlass & Cane's "Food & Wine Experience" with complimentary wine pairings from May 10-12.
Residents of the U.S. Virgin Islands can apply ticket discount Promo Codes: "VIRESIDENT" / Student: "VISTUDENT" / 65+ years: "VISENIOR"
Yachting Capital of the Caribbean
The USVI is the #1 destination for crewed yacht charter businesses owners, bareboat charter yacht business owners and private cruisers, all looked after by a non-profit association, the Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association (VIPCA) whose purpose is to protect and further marine businesses in the USVI.
VIBE is directed by VIPCA, with their track record of success in marine events directing the annual USVI Charter Yacht Show. VIPCA offers year-round non-profit membership benefits boosting and supporting yacht charter and marine business every step of the way.
Why should you attend VIBE?
Yachting Capital of the Caribbean
The USVI is the #1 destination for crewed yacht charter businesses owners, bareboat charter yacht business owners and private cruisers.
Tax Free
Purchasing a yacht in the USVI is tax free in the USA’s duty-free zone.
Unbeatable Charter Destination
Attendees of VIBE will be able to test sail exhibiting yachts straight from their show-berths directly into beautiful Caribbean cruising grounds.
Yacht Charter Management
Purchasing a yacht in the USVI means you can meet the charter company professionals not only in-person, but at their own base-of operation, to learn about charter management in a charter setting.
Vendors
Meet the vendors who support yacht systems and maintenance in the Caribbean and capitalise on show discounts.
America's Paradise
The ultimate 'destination show' with a wide range of cutting-edge sail and power yachts available for sale and charter.
Passport Free Accessibility to The First Yacht Sales Show in the Caribbean
As a U.S. territory, U.S. citizens can enter without a passport, and there are direct flights from major U.S. gateway cities. Just a 15-minute drive from the airport, IGY’s Yacht Haven Grande Marina St. Thomas is the perfect venue.
World Class Marina
VIBE's venue is the four times winner of the Yacht Harbour Association's Superyacht Marina of the year, Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas. This exceptional marina is a second-home to some of the largest yachts in the world with its high class dockage faciclites including a multitude of restaurants, shops, services, and amenities on a chic waterfront park-like setting.
Caribbean Hospitality
VIBE brings luxury yachts to prospect buyers in rhythm with Virgin Islands roots. Live music concerts with steel pan, soca, reggae will be accompanied by dance performances and rum cocktails sweeping you away from your busy life with the added benefit of sun and Caribbean culture.
“The U.S. Virgin Islands enjoys a vibrant marine tourism sector and is eager to build on this with the first Virgin Islands Boating Exhibition. Our territory offers benefits such as tax free yacht sales, EDC (Economic Development Commission) incentives, a strong financial infrastructure, and reliable airlift and marine repair services to support the boating industry. We take pride in providing an environment that fosters business growth and development, and we welcome all those interested in investing in our thriving maritime economy.”
U.S. Virgin Islands Governor Albert Bryan Jr.,