Hoping to capitalise on the expanding interest in powerboats, a group of young people is organising a boat show on May 24 designed to draw visitors from across the region.
The first-ever BVI Exquisite Boat Show will be held at Scrub Island Resort, where boat owners will compete for more than $8,500 in cash prizes, Meslyn Allen, one of the organisers, said Tuesday.
Organisers hope the event will attract at least 40 boats from Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, the United States and across the Virgin Islands, Ms. Allen said.
In addition to a prize competition, the show will include a section of featured boats with participation from the Puerto Rico Offshore Race Series and a showcase of boats for sale.
“They get an opportunity to showcase their boat: If you really think your boat is really nice, your paint job is really beautiful, your interior is colour-coordinated,” Ms. Allen said.
See the Feb. 27, 2014 edition for full coverage.
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