Antigua and Barbuda Yachting Industry Set for Big Year 

By: - September 10th, 2023
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Photo: Antigua Sailing Week.

It’s already a major Caribbean yachting powerhouse, but Antigua and Barbuda is projecting a significant year ahead. 

Franklyn Brathwaite, president of the Antigua and Barbuda Yachting and Marine Association, says “all indications are that business is strong and that the yachting industry will have a strong year in Antigua and Barbuda.”

Antigua has long been one of the region’s headquarters for yachting, from its popular charter yacht show to its super yacht regatta and several top sport fishing events, among others. 

Antigua is also the destination for the World’s Toughest Row race, which is fully subscribed again this year. 

It’s part of a jam-packed yachting calendar in the twin-island destination this year. 

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