YACHTFEST CELEBRATES ITS 10th ANNIVERSARY San Diego, CA September 17 th to 20 th, 2009

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YACHTFEST CELEBRATES ITS 10th ANNIVERSARY San Diego, CA September 17 th to 20 th, 2009

YACHTFEST CELEBRATES ITS 10th ANNIVERSARY
Event to Showcase the World’s Most Luxurious Yachts

Recognized as the West Coast’s premier boutique yacht show, YachtFest 2009 will open the international yacht show season at San Diego’s Shelter Island From September 17 th to 20 th. Attracting visitors from around the world, YachtFest is an impressive showcase of mega-sized, luxurious yachts.

Celebrating its 10 th anniversary, YachtFest San Diego presented by San Diego Marine Exchange, offers what larger shows don’t – a close glimpse inside some of the world’s most luxurious floating vessels that range in size from 60 to over 155 feet.

“Our tenth anniversary event will entice yachting enthusiasts to sail toward America’s Finest City,” said Doug Sharp, of Sharp Design and YachtFest Board Chair. “YachtFest is the foremost place in the Western United States to buy, sell or charter one of these premium yachts; not to mention one of the classiest venues to step aboard a glamorous first-class super yacht.”

After an extremely successful 2008 event, YachtFest ’09 promises to be even better! With San Diego recently dubbed the “new super-yacht capital” by CNN, new and improved mega yacht facilities, and the wave of affluence in the city – YachtFest organizers anticipate record-breaking attendance and a tidal wave of interest in builder, charter, fractional and brokerage yachts for the 10 th anniversary show.

YachtFest provides a rare opportunity to experience the world’s finest luxuries up close and personal. More than $60 million worth of boats, yachts, super yachts, luxury cars and other accessories will be on display and for sale during the show at Shelter Island’s Island Palms Hotel and Marina. Visitors will be able to board exquisite yachts, check out the newest in yachting products and gain exclusive access to numerous exhibits embodying the luxury lifestyle.

Get your tickets now to gain access to the newest luxury lifestyle products in a first-class VIP hospitality environment. Come experience San Diego and the elegant lifestyle at its best.
10 th Annual YachtFest
September 17-20, 2009
San Diego, California— Shelter Island Marina

General Admission* tickets are priced at $34 and allow guests to experience the life aboard a first-class yacht. Two Day General Admission tickets are also available for $48.

The Preferred Access** Badge is available for $64 and gives yachting enthusiasts priority when boarding all yachts, as well as a complimentary beverage

The Two-Day Preferred Access** Badge is the ultimate package for yachting connoisseurs. Available for an amazing price of $78 this badge enables guests to soak in the lavish lifestyle of a yachtsman. Experience all YachtFest offers by expanding your experience into two days worth of intimate yacht viewing.
Active or retired military receive 50% off with I.D.

Take $10 off any General Admission ticket or $20 off any Preferred Access badge if purchased before 9/1/09
*General admission tickets provide access to docks; limited access to tour yachts General admission ticket holders are not guaranteed access to all superyachts

**Preferred access tickets provide access to docks; preferred access/priority boarding to tour yachts, complimentary non-alcoholic beverage

SHOW POLICIES
All ticketholders & badgeholders must have daily wristband for dock access.
Access to superyachts is based on availability. Ticketholders are not guaranteed access to every superyacht. Superyacht access is at the discretion of the individual superyacht.
No animals allowed aboard superyachts.

Special for Marine Professionals :
For the incredible price of $50, along with proof of marine trade affiliation, Marine Professionals can receive a Four-Day Marine Professional Pass to YachtFest and gain access to four days of elaborate yacht viewing.
Industry professionals looking for the ultimate YachFest experience can purchase the All-Access Evening Package priced at $250. This package includes admission to the Opening Night Party, Captain’s & Crew Party and Sunset Rendezvous. This incredible opportunity to network with various marine professionals and yacht owners is priceless.

*Available for those in the yachting industry, must have proof of trade association
*Provides general admission access for all four days of show

All Decked Out Fashion Show:
The fourth annual "All Decked Out” Fashion Show will be held on Thursday, September 17 on the docks of YachtFest at Shelter Island Marina. This one of a kind event will provide attendees the opportunity to watch the models from Simple Glam Girls take a stroll down the red carpeted docks in the backdrop of luxurious superyachts with fashions by Saks Fifth Avenue. Tickets to this event are $35, which includes: fashion show & reception, general admission access to Yachtfest. The Fashion show features a pre-event reception with hors d’ oeuvres by Concept Catering by CK, drinks and raffle as well as a gift bag for attendees. The Fashion Show is a benefit for the San Diego Armed Services YMCA, an organization that supports San Diego’s military service men and women and helping military families stress less and connect more with absolutely free family bonding, social networking and youth development. Visit www.militaryymca.org to learn more .

SCHEDULE
From Thursday, September 17, through Sunday, September 20, guests can get up close and explore a spectacular selection of some of the world’s largest and most luxurious superyachts. Enjoy the relaxed and intimate atmosphere of this unique event while experiencing many aspects of the yachting lifestyle.
Show Hours: Open from 11a.m. - 6p.m. Thursday-Saturday and Sunday from 11a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tour over 30 spectacular superyachts available for sale or charter Enjoy music & VIP hospitality Exclusive access to luxury goods & yachting products Meet with sales and charter brokers

DIRECTIONS

Directions:

Coming from 8-East or 15-North

* Take the 8-West
* Merge onto CA-209 South (Towards Rosecrans Street) (Approximately 3.5 miles)
* Turn left onto Shelter Island Drive
* Pass through 1 roundabout (Approximately .7 miles)
* End at Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Coming from 5-North

* Take the 5-South
* Merge onto CA-209 South (Via exit 20 towards Rosecrans Street)
* Turn left onto Shelter Island Drive
* Pass through 1 roundabout (Approximately .7 miles)
* End at Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Coming from 5-South

* Take the 5-North
* Merge onto CA-209 (Via exit 20 towards Rosecrans Street)
* Turn left onto Shelter Island Drive
* Pass through 1 roundabout (Approximately .7 miles)
* End at Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Click here for a map

PARKING
Complimentary Parking is available across the street from the Island Palms, on Shelter Island Drive. Additional Parking lots and shuttles may be available at peak hours.

EVENT MANAGEMENT
Integrated Sports Marketing
9606 Aero Drive - Suite 1100
San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: (858) 836-0133
Fax: (858) 836-0134

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