The Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous brings together sail and motor yachts for a four-day event organised by Boat International Media and the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS).
Top 12 photos from the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous
The Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous
Held at the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda
Based at the YCCS in the stunning North Sound of Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands (BVI’s), the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous has been growing since its inception in 2011.
Expect competitive racing
Competitors can expect some tight racing at the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous, thanks to the strong breezes found in this part of the Caribbean.
The BVI's - a stunning and exhilarating course
The BVIs is made up of more than 25 beautiful islands, with many secret experiences to discover amongst its hidden coves. A good navigator is essential for racing; the deep draught of some of the competing yachts means danger is never far away.
A range of yachts enter the regatta
Cruising superyachts share the same racecourse with brand new performance orientated racing yachts at the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous. Variations in age, type, size and shape make creating a fair handicapping system a challenging task.
Superb conditions for final day
A building breeze from the east brought superb conditions for large boat racing and after a thrilling final race _P2, a _38m Perini Navi, snuck in for victory to take Class A. She also won the 2015 Loro Piana Prize: the Boat International Media Trophy.
Illustrious past competitors
But it's not just for sailors
Motor yacht owners are invited to join in the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous event programme, on and off the water. The day can be spent enjoying the spectacle of the sailing fleet whilst motor yachts stop off at the scenic locations in the beautiful surrounding areas of the BVI’s.
Unbeatable evening entertainment
In the evenings all superyacht owners are invited to join a variety of glamorous parties and dinners, organised as part of the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous social programme. Mooring up at the Yacht Club, owners and guests are perfectly situated to enjoy the evening entertainment.
Memorable experiences had by all
The crews and owners go away with some memorable experiences of the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous, but everyone involved looks forward to returning to the azure waters of Virgin Gorda for more competitive racing.