The Holland Jachtbouw yacht Rainbow’s crossing of the Atlantic to reach the popular yacht charter destination – Caribbean, was her first opportunity to test the last component of the Hybrid Power System; power regeneration from sailing.
Attended by 19 Oyster yachts varied in size from 45ft to 82ft, this year’s Oyster Caribbean Regatta concluded on April 13. The event was hosted by the Camper & Nicholsons’ Port Louis Marina, situated in the beautiful Caribbean yacht charter location – Grenada.
Yesterday, April 17, was marked by a race to decide who will compete against the 79ft classic sailing yacht Mariella for The Inn Challenge Trophy, taking place in Antigua today, on April 18. Luxury yacht Vagabundo II has become today’s winner.
In order to respond to great success of the inaugural event, the second Oyster World Rally has been announced by the prestigious UK luxury yacht builder, Oyster Yachts. It will start in January 2016.
The first Inn Challenge Trophy Race will be hosted by the Inn at English Harbour and its owner Enzo Addari, starting on Thursday, April 18, 2013. This inaugural Caribbean event will be attended by an amazing array of classic yachts, including the 79ft William Fife yacht Mariella.
To be hosted by the lovely yacht charter location – Antigua, the 2013 Antigus Sailing Week will begin in less than two weeks. So far, 103 yachts have registered for this popular Caribbean event.
Sunday, April 14, saw the final day of this year’s Oyster Regatta Grenada, concluded with an amazing awards ceremony.
After the yesterday’s lay day, today, April 13, saw the Oyster fleet return to the race course at the Oyster Regatta Grenada 2013. Tomorrow will be marked by the last two races.