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Yacht Haven Grande Miami at Island Gardens

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miami International Boat Show - 2026">2026 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show</a> has announced a redesigned show layout for its 85th edition, taking place across three primary locations from the 11th to 15th February 2026. The new format includes the long-awaited return of the Miami Beach Yacht Collection on Collins Avenue, bringing in-water yacht displays back to Miami Beach for the first time since 2018, and the debut of Sailor’s Cove at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3068" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Haven Grande Miami at Island Gardens (Company)">IGY Yacht Haven Grande Miami</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/379975/image/large-d6a64f15bb4feb590793a4db08248cce.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/379975">“The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/310" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Miami International Boat Show - 2026">2026 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show</a> is a significant evolution in our 85-year history. The new layout improves how visitors experience every boat category,” commented U.S. Boat Shows at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Informa (Company)">Informa</a> Markets President Andrew Doole.Doole added that their goal is to “create a more intuitive and connected footprint.” Furthermore, he explained that the updated layout is the result of years of planning and direct feedback, aimed at better connecting the show's locations and enhancing its overall value.The reinstated Miami Beach Yacht Collection will once again line Indian Creek with yachts from brands, including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Absolute Yachts (Company)">Absolute</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5318" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeon Yachts (Company)">Galeon</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Overmarine Group SPA (Company)">Mangusta</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pardo Yachts (Company)">Pardo</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7020" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prestige Yachts (Company)">Prestige</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5727" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tiara Yachts (Company)">Tiara</a>,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viking Yachts (Company)">Viking</a> and others. The relocation is paired with operational improvements designed to enhance visibility, flow and accessibility.“Bringing the in-water yacht display back to Collins Avenue delivers what our yacht exhibitors and clients have been requesting,” said International Yacht Brokers Association Chief Operating Officer Paul Flannery.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/379976/image/large-11ca985489fe97c80046c51b4eadf561.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/379976">He noted that bringing the Yacht Collection back to Collins Avenue positions leading brands in a prime, highly visible setting near the Fontainebleau and Eden Roc, creating an ideal environment for serious buyers. Additionally, Flannery added that the move improves the experience for both new and brokerage vessels and reenergises a waterfront long tied to Miami’s boating culture.Moreover, the debuting Sailor’s Cove is a new hub for sailboats, catamarans, sailing gear, education and lifestyle programming. The area will feature upgraded docks, modern marina amenities, a dedicated Park &amp; Ride system and on-site training hosted by the Annapolis School of Seamanship.“Positioning the Yacht Collection closer to the show’s main hub at the Miami Beach Convention Center and having a cohesive destination for sailing are rooted in delivering what attendees consistently ask for ease, ensuring smoother navigation and a more connected experience,” said National Marine Manufacturers Association President &amp; CEO Frank Hugelmeyer.One ticket provides access to all locations, including the Miami Beach Convention Center &amp; Pride Park, the Miami Beach Yacht Collection and SuperYacht Miami &amp; Sailor’s Cove. The show continues its charitable commitments, with proceeds supporting the Miami Cupid Splash and a $250,000 annual contribution to community initiatives in Miami Beach.

DBMIBS unveils new layout

The 2026 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show will debut a major new three-location layout.

Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show’s new layout for 85th edition unveiled

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6698" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="DIEGOLUCA Yacht Group (Company)">DIEGOLUCA</a> Miami F1 Experiencia Is returning for its second annual weekend of action-packed events, featuring &nbsp;superyachts, helicopters, seaplanes, police motorcades, the Formula 1 race, and the DIEGOLUCA Superyacht Lounge at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3068" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Haven Grande Miami at Island Gardens (Company)">Yacht Haven Grande Miami at Island Gardens</a> and Sunset Monaco party to close it all out.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/268913/image/large-cdef01bfe5b27f76717eea110d66128d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/268913">Diego Luca, the visionary behind the event, shared how he made it happen. He had the idea to bring the essence of Monaco to Miami in 2022, and the first step was to convince Sunset Monaco, "the most exclusive event following the Monaco F1," to come to Miami. After a last minute call with founder Thomas Peeters, they made it happen, and now they're back for round two. Luca is proud to say that this event is here to stay, and that Miami is a good home for them.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/268916/image/large-27273d5f0c7499053b1249f921f6ad0f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/268916"> Travel to the raceOption 1: is a police escort to and from the stadium, while Option 2: involves getting picked up from your hotel or villa and receiving a police escort to the DIEGOLUCA SeaplaneXHeliport. From there, guests can take a helicopter to Hard Rock Stadium and be escorted by an assigned host to their garage or paddock. After the race, transportation to the helicopter is provided, and guests can land at the DIEGOLUCA SeaplaneXHeliport and take a golf cart to the DIEGOLUCA Superyacht Lounge and Sunset Party.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/268918/image/large-efaf5c95dbbc0eeef17ecbbc059e0b43.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/268918">5 MayIn collaboration with GR8, Luca is hosting Formula 1's 'most exclusive dinner experience and party' with three Michelin Starred chef Massimo Bottura. 200 guests are invited to attend the event, including superyacht owners, celebrities and UHNWI all in attendance.&nbsp;GR8 is known for building experiences and events for ultra high net worth individuals around the world. The dinner will be followed by a private after party with Benny Bennasi, and limited tickets are still available for $6,000 per seat.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/119401/image/large-06418b6f58af3c4bd244b4dcf2b77336.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119401">7 MayAfter the Formula 1 Race, Sunset Monaco and <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/diego-luca" target="_blank">DIEGOLUCA</a> are partnering once again. Sunset Monaco, the most exclusive event following the Monaco F1 and the founder Thomas Peeters has been a collaborator with the event since its inauguration in 2022.&nbsp;In addition to the array of events scheduled, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6698" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="DIEGOLUCA Yacht Group (Company)">DIEGOLUCA</a> has partnered with Miami Seaplane Base x Heliflite, with his own sea plane heliport 50-metres away from the marina where clients can be collected and bought directly to the party. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/268917/image/large-d4f97e785b7957c45f38ba23692970b1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/268917">Event partnersDiego Luca is a sales broker with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5812" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FGI Yacht Group (Company)">FGI Yacht Group</a>, sales charter new builds, but he says: you are not gonna meet clients at the office. We sell yachts, we sell fun. We go where the fun is. &nbsp;"If is not fun, I dont want to do it" &nbsp;GR8, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5812" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FGI Yacht Group (Company)">FGI Yacht Group</a>, Heliflite, Sunset Monaco, Dobel Tequila and Heineken.&nbsp;

DIEGOLUCA superyacht Miami F1 event

DIEGOLUCA Superyacht and GR8 host Miami F1 event at Island Gardens Marina.

The DIEGOLUCA Miami F1 experience returns this weekend

Following on the success of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55057" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Diego Luca and the DIEGOLUCA Annual Miami Grand Prix Superyacht Lounge (2022-05-02 11:00:00 +0200)">DiegoLuca Superyacht Lounge during the Miami Grand Prix in May</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6698" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="DIEGOLUCA Yacht Group (Company)">Luca</a> is once again hosting an event at the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/yacht-haven-grande-miami-at-island-gardens" target="_blank">Yacht Haven Grand Marina Miami in Island Gardens</a>. The theme for tomorrows event is One Upon A Time in Pan Am, and will be an exclusive event for superyacht owners and their guests. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225539/image/large-5e209a96d46aff0d7648c92d662ff627.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225539">Situated just a stones throw from the heart of the city, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3068" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Haven Grande Miami at Island Gardens (Company)">Island Gardens</a> is a popular superyacht hub with 50 superyacht berths with a maximum length of 167 metres. SuperYacht Timesis once again a media partner for the event, and will be covering the lounge on social media – visitors will be able to watch SYT footage of some of the global fleet's most awesome superyachts. Luca explained;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250572/image/large-fb3a4947cd38811c868af49f7cc96db0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250572" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">"In the last eight years that I've been attending Art Basel, my superyacht clients have always complained that the quality of service is too poor. Our goal, as with the Grand Prix event, is to create a party that aligns with the expertise of service that superyacht owners know and expect." The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3068" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Haven Grande Miami at Island Gardens (Company)">Yacht Haven Grand Marina</a> is packed this week with some exceptional superyachts, including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bravo Eugenia109.0m (357'7&quot;)Oceanco2018">Bravo Eugenia</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5593" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Elysian66.0m (216'6&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2014">Elysian</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3939" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gene Machine54.86m (179'12&quot;)Amels2013">Gene Machine</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/716" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exuma35.46m (116'4&quot;)Azimut Yachts2006">Exuma</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/454" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kisses53.34m (175'0&quot;)Feadship2000">Kisses</a>.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250573/image/large-55ece761d2a91de5b20b5fc06e035dec.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250573">As many as 1,000 attendees are expected for the event, where they will be served world class caviar, as well as dinner, organised in partnership with The Deck restaurant. While the event is invitation only, all superyacht owners are welcome at the event and will be personally collected by Diego Luca.&nbsp;

Diego Luca superyacht party Art Basel

Diego Luca is hosting an event for superyacht owners at Art Basel Miami this weekend.

Diego Luca hosts superyacht event at Art Basel Miami 

Attendees to the inaugural Miami Grand Prix on Sunday May 8th can expect a particularly warm welcome at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6698" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="DIEGOLUCA Yacht Group (Company)">DIEGOLUCA</a> Grand Prix Superyacht Lounge at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3068" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Haven Grande Miami at Island Gardens (Company)">Yacht Haven Grand Marina Miami in Island Gardens</a>. Situated just a stones throw from the heart of the city, Island Gardens is a popular superyacht hub with 50 superyacht berths with a maximum length of 167 metres. SuperYacht Times is the media partner for the event, and will be covering the lounge on social media – visitors will be able to watch SYT footage and pick up the latest edition of the newspaper.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225537/image/large-c569369845a176d8f2eeeb2da7e0eafb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225537">With the berths now fully booked for the event, Diego Luca has set up the most exclusive lounge to greet superyacht owners and potential clients to provide them with an unparalleled entrance to the Miami Grand Prix. Diego Luca founded his yacht company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6698" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="DIEGOLUCA Yacht Group (Company)">DIEGOLUCA</a> eight years ago and has since been providing yacht brokerage sales and charters in Miami, Monaco and Mexico. As one of the top yachting influencers, we caught up with Diego to find out how the lounge became established and discover more about his collaboration with the founders of Sunset Monaco, the legendary F1 party in Monaco. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225539/image/large-5e209a96d46aff0d7648c92d662ff627.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225539">Where did the idea of the&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6698" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="DIEGOLUCA Yacht Group (Company)">DIEGOLUCA</a>&nbsp;Grand Prix Superyacht Lounge come from? &nbsp;When it was first announced that Miami would be hosting the Formula 1, I saw the opportunity right away and immediately contacted the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/806" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Haven Grande Marina (Company)">Yacht Haven Marina</a> and rented out the space with the idea of creating an exclusive space for superyacht owners and guests. With Formula 1 being such a popular sport in Europe and me attending the Monaco Grand Prix for the last 8 years. I knew I needed to bring an event like this for people to really experience what a Formula 1 Weekend should be like. Unlike Monaco, Miami is a major city with a lot of nightlife and places to go, more private airports to land, more Superyacht Marinas to Berth for yacht owners to really benefit from having a base from which to launch into the F1. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225534/image/large-4564c0c04060d30e95e64cfc31b63f39.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225534">How does the lounge relate to the Sunset Monaco/Miami party?As things progressed with the plans for the event, the founder of Sunset Monaco, the most exclusive event following the Monaco F1, Thomas Peeters visited the venue and realised how special it was. We both agreed our goal was to bring the best F1 party to Miami and now together will be hosting the first Sunset Miami F1 party and not the last on the 7th and 8th of May. The Island Gardens venue features a large deck with very exclusive capacity for only 800 attendees per day, guests at the marina will have exclusive access to the event, the lounge and are in perfect proximity to their vessels.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225538/image/large-bbae3dd515f56a30e308bfe3437c5303.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225538">In addition, with Miami traffic and big crowds expected for the F1, we have organised tenders to collect VIP clients directly from the marina and ferry them to the Sunset Miami party, avoiding the traffic and ensuring a smooth delivery to the event. The exclusive tender service will be offered to clients from the 5th to the 8th of May directly from the Yacht Haven Marina.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225542/image/large-1165ff34ded40dda1ec81babd8192029.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225542"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225536/image/large-9a53da3faad78ffd2c1f0ecb19e60090.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225536">What can owner’s expect when they enter the lounge?My entire goal is to provide value for my clients and guests and so the lounge will be the ideal location for them to relax in a more private setting, with all of the best amenities. Petrossian Caviar has sponsored the lounge, alongside Tommy Baldwin III of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/941" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shoreside Support (Company)">Shoreside Support</a>. Malibu Rocky Oaks Vineyard and Superyacht owner Howard Leight will be Hosting a wine tasting. The food will be provided by David Foulquier. He is a restaurateur behind We All Gotta Eat Group, most known for the Miami-based restaurant Fooq’s as well as the Michelin-starred Sushi Noz in New York City. After the Formula 1 Race, Sunset &nbsp;Monaco and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6698" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="DIEGOLUCA Yacht Group (Company)">DIEGOLUCA</a> Grand Prix Superyacht Lounge will be the hottest ticket in town with the exclusivity of only 75 guests for the lounge on Sunday May 8th. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225540/image/large-b5f7e238f7a08ec266f0cffef67c55e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225540"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/225533/image/large-72d6753246f1bc66e21cec882101e5df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/225533">

DIEGOLUCA Superyacht Lounge Miami F1

Diego Luca has set up the DIEGOLUCA Superyacht Lounge for the upcoming Miami F1.