YACHTS

If yachting is in your blood, you have to mark some important dates on your travel calendar.

Everyone who is anyone in the yacht industry will be docked at glamorous Port Hercule in Monaco from the 25^th to the 28^th of September 2024 for the illustrious Monaco Yacht Show (MYS). They include the biggest names in yachting, like Azimut, Sunseeker, Benetti, and Gulf Craft, among many others.

IN THE BEGINNING

The MYS was created by Maurice Cohen, head of Media Plus. The French entrepreneur sold the rights to the show to the Institute for International Research (IIR) in 1994.

The first MYS was held in 1991 and was broker-oriented, but it has grown over the years to include a wide range of businesses. Repair yards, designers, and fitters, among many others, visit annually. Most years, dozens of new vessels make their world debut. Some are for sale, others display, and many can be chartered. When the event began, the standard for yachts was to exceed 20 meters in length. The base standard for a craft to qualify as a superyacht has changed over the years as ever-larger vessels join the oceans. In 1991, a 47-meter yacht would have ranked in the top 100 megayachts in the world. Today, megayachts start at about 60 meters.

ONE OF THE PREMIER YACHT SHOWS IN THE WORLD

By the early 2000s, the show was seeing about 20,000 visitors each year. Vendors in 2002 would take up 300 stands. In 2016, the MYS made another massive leap forward when it included Car Deck – an exhibition space for luxury automobiles featuring only the best brands and latest luxury cars. After all, if you’re going to have a garage to bring a vehicle so you can drive around in port, then you”ll need a top-tier vehicle to place inside.

Monaco Yacht Summit

There will be many things to do at the show besides viewing all the breathtaking yachts. You may want to attend an informative panel discussion surrounding superyachting with insights from industry experts. The event is exclusive to yacht owners and charterers who want to enhance their industry knowledge, prospective end-user clients and their reps, and private wealth managers. The summit took place on November 9th 2023, while the information about the event for 2024 is yet to be announced. 

Perusing all the spectacular yachts at the show can get tiring, but when you retire at the end of the day, you will want to spend your time in someplace absolutely opulent like Villa Paradise. The glorious home is filled with Monaco sunshine and is perched on a hill overlooking the Cote d’Azur’s most dazzling stretch of coast between Saint Jean Cap Ferrat and Monaco. This 4,000 square feet of elegance can accommodate up to 10 guests and is brimming with amenities like a heated outdoor pool, tennis court, rooftop terrace, and an amazing outdoor dining area complete with BBQ. The water view is nothing less than spectacular, and you are just moments away from a pristine beach. While you’re our guest at Villa Amber, you will have full services and 24/7 support from your LVH team.

The MYS Superyacht Awards

As a VIP guest, you can also attend the MYS Superyacht Awards at the Monaco Yacht Club. The awards are presented in about a 20-minute long ceremony, and for the rest of the evening, you will be enjoying a lively cocktail party with delicious food and an open bar. A panel of yachting journalists will select winners in these categories:

• The MYS Rina Award
• The MYS Interior Design Award
• The MYS Exterior Design Award
• The MYS Finest New Superyacht Award

One Stop Yacht Shopping

As a show attendee, you will be able to find everything you need for yachting – including a yacht if you don’t yet have one or are looking to upgrade. With about 600 exhibitors on hand, you’ll have the pick of water toys and other items to outfit your home on the water.

There will also be other things to see, such as superspeedboats, helicopters, personal submarines, and limousines, to name a few. The finest hotels and the casino will fulfill all your epicurean needs while you take everything in at the MYS.

VILLA ALESSIA

After a day at the yacht show, the luxurious Villa Alessia will be a welcomed haven. Located in the enchanting Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, the exclusive residence overlooks the city of Monaco and the crystalline sea. Up to 18 guests can be accommodated in the lavish nine bedrooms. The palatial villa exudes aristocratic aesthetics, with Venetian windows filling the home with natural light and meticulously crafted ceilings enhancing the grandeur. Vibrant colors give life to the space, complete with lavish furnishings. The stunning villa offers a charming dining room, personal wine cellar, private elevator, state-of-the-art gym, and staff quarters. The open expanse is enveloped in lavish flora, creating a tranquil atmosphere. The impressive outdoor pool and jacuzzi with accompanying lounging area are the perfect spot for relaxing in the sun. The garden overlooks the sea, offering captivating vistas as you enjoy alfresco dining or other private gatherings from the nature oasis. 

COMPLETE VIP EXPERIENCE

The VIP Sapphire Experience has been a popular addition to the event since its inception and has grown stronger thanks to re-focusing on end-product users. With an exclusive lounge, bar, catering facilities, and opportunities to mix with other like-minded buyers and brokers, the Sapphire Experience is ideal for truly making the most of your time at the show.

Of course, it's hard not to notice the stunning backdrop of Monaco and Monte Carlo itself. There are abundant historical points of interest, beautiful beaches, and incredible diving hotspots. If you're looking to attend the MYS during your Monaco vacation, we will book the VIP Sapphire Experience for you; ensuring you receive the most comprehensive and refined service possible. We invite you to contact an LVH client services professional who will begin onboarding you for your Monaco vacation, including attendance at the Monaco Yacht Show. We will also create a bespoke itinerary for you alive with encounters you will thoroughly enjoy. Our happiness depends on yours, and we will do everything we can to ensure every moment of your holiday is worthy of memories that will last a lifetime.