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Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2025: Highlights, Winners & Event Recap
by Clara Ponce on Dec 22, 2025
Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2025: A Celebration of Luxury, Creativity & Culinary Talent
The Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2025 once again brought together the global yachting community for a spectacular week of luxury, innovation, and friendly competition. Held from December 4–9 across Antigua’s iconic marinas — including the historic Nelson’s Dockyard UNESCO World Heritage Site, Antigua Yacht Club Marina, and Falmouth Harbour Marina — the event marked another milestone in the Caribbean yachting calendar.
Celebrating its long-standing tradition as the ultimate industry-only gathering, this year’s show showcased more than 50 extraordinary yachts — ranging from sleek motor yachts to elegant sailing vessels — and offered attendees unrivaled access to the latest charter offerings for the upcoming winter season.
But beyond the stunning fleet on display, one of the most anticipated highlights of the week was the Concours de Chef & Yacht Table Design and Service Competitions — a signature feature of the Antigua show that shines a spotlight on the onboard talent and creativity of yacht chefs and crew.
A Feast for the Senses: Competitions with a Twist
The Antigua Charter Yacht Show isn’t just about beautiful yachts — it’s also a stage for culinary excellence and masterful tablescaping. This year’s competitions challenged participating crews to bring a wellness-inspired theme to life both on the plate and at the table. The Yacht Table Design and Service Competition invited stewards and stewardesses to curate immersive table settings that reflected serenity, balance, and refined natural beauty — incorporating natural elements, textured details, aromatics, and luxurious service to complement the cuisine. Meanwhile, chefs faced the pressure of presenting elegant, flavorful dishes within a strict 30-minute service window — all while incorporating mystery ingredients assigned just before judging began.
The Antigua Charter Yacht Show continues to stand as one of the most important events in the charter calendar, bringing together the very best of the industry in one inspiring setting. Beyond the impressive fleet on display, the show highlights the creativity, dedication, and professionalism of the crews who define the guest experience at sea. Through its culinary competitions, service showcases, and strong sense of community, the event reinforces Antigua’s role as a cornerstone of the Caribbean charter world and sets a high standard for the season ahead.
