The highly anticipated Lantau Yacht Club (LYC) Boat Show– Festa Nautica 2024 commenced on a high note, captivating attendees with its grand opening ceremony today (25 October). With hundreds of visitors flocking to the event, joining the celebration of yachting excellence and luxury maritime lifestyle.
The event showcased an impressive array of yachts from prestigious brands, including Absolute, Azimut, Beneteau, Capoforte, De Antonio, Dufour, Fountaine-Pajot, Leopard, Nautique, Prestige, Saxdor, and Sunseeker, drawing attention from both local and international yachting enthusiasts. The 5 Gold Anchor Marina provided a stunning backdrop for this vibrant gathering, reinforcing Hong Kong’s status as a premier destination for yachting.
The opening ceremony featured distinguished officiating guests who rang yacht bells on stage, symbolically celebrating the start of an exciting maritime adventure. This moment marked a unified commitment to fostering the yachting community and enhancing the maritime culture in Hong Kong, setting an inspiring tone for the days to come.
Franklin Mak, Executive Vice President of Hospitality at HKR International Limited, expressed his enthusiasm: “Today’s turnout exceeds our expectations. Festa Nautica 2024 is not just about luxury vessels; it’s a catalyst for collaboration within the yachting community, highlighting Hong Kong as a key player in the global maritime industry. With the growth of yacht tourism, LYC is well positioned and ready to provide top-notch facilities and services to cater this demand.”
Lawrence Chow, Chair of the Hong Kong Boating Industry Association (HKBIA), remarked on the event: “Festa Nautica 2024 brings together industry leaders and enthusiasts, fostering collaboration that will not only drive economic growth but also enhance our maritime culture and environment, aligning perfectly with the mission of HKBIA. It is also the perfect time to host this event as the Hong Kong Government has just announced their interest in developing yachting tourism - LYC is positioned close to the Lamma ex-quarry area, Aberdeen and many other tourist hot spots are within a 60-minute cruise. In addition, the strategic location of LYC near Shenzhen, Zhuhai and Macau makes it a great destination that can bring together yachting lovers in the Greater Bay Area.”
Adam Waters, Managing Director of DCH Marine Asia Pacific, a yacht dealer, shared his thoughts, “Joining Festa Nautica 2024 provides unparalleled exposure to a diverse audience of potential buyers and industry professionals. The exceptional facilities at Lantau Yacht Club not only showcase luxury yachts beautifully but also facilitate meaningful networking opportunities that can lead to valuable partnerships and sales.”
Simon Tu, Chairman of the Lantau Development Alliance, added, “The success of today’s event reinforces the potential of Lantau Island as a hub for maritime activities. We are committed to supporting initiatives that enhance our local economy while promoting sustainable development of Lantau.”
Attendees enjoyed exclusive showcases and engaged with industry partners like Marine Service Asia, Seabob, Grandtech International Engineering, and Hostmost, who presented innovative marine technologies and services. Additionally, the event featured a variety of engaging activities, including trial rehab services by Spa Botanica of Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong, a golf putting game by Discovery Bay Golf Club, pickleball games by the Discovery Bay Recreation Club and TLP Pickleball Association, and a dedicated Kids Play Zone by Metalympics and Coxana that offered interactive experiences.
Festa Nautica received support from Chubb Life Insurance Hong Kong, enhancing luxury and lifestyle experiences. Visitors can explore offerings from brands including Lotus, KEF, Zung Fu, Caffè Napoli, Peony Chinese Restaurant, Rothschild Champagne, Only Beverages, Highland Park, and Bertie Cigar Workshop, all contributing to the festive atmosphere.
As the event continues, expect more engaging activities, networking opportunities, and luxury lifestyle experiences. The festivities will run daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM until 27 October 2024.
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About Lantau Yacht Club
Located in the northeast of Lantau Island, Lantau Yacht Club (“LYC / the Club”) is one of the four premium membership clubs in Discovery Bay, Hong Kong’s renowned international residential community and a unique leisure destination developed by Hong Kong Resort Company Limited. The predecessor first started operations in 1989 and was closed for a major renovation from early 2019. The new marina soft opened in August 2020 with a brand-new design, modern technology, and superyacht berths to meet the needs of Hong Kong’s growing sailing and pleasure boating community, and the refurbished Clubhouse opened in April 2021. The members-only club demonstrates a commitment to excellence that has earned multiple industry awards, including the prestigious 5 Gold Anchors accreditation from The Marina Industries Association in 2021, the title of Best Super Yacht Marina 2023 in Hong Kong by LUXlife Magazine, and the recognition as the Best New Marina in Asia 2024 by the renowned yachting magazine Yacht Style.
About Auberge Hospitality
Auberge Hospitality is a collection of hotel, club and leisure properties under Hong Kong Resort Company Limited offering premium hospitality services and all-round leisure facilities, events and activities to create unique resort leisure lifestyle and experiences for every taste. The Auberge Hospitality brands include Discovery Bay Golf Club, Lantau Yacht Club, Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong, Discovery Bay Recreation Club, Club Siena, DB Ice Rink and Peony Chinese Restaurant in Discovery Bay, a renowned resort-style community located just 25 minutes away from Central CBD by ferry and 20 minutes from the Hong Kong International Airport, Tung Chung and Sunny Bay by land transport.
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This press release is issued by Lantau Yacht Club.
