Set against the spectacular backdrop of Nelson’s Dockyard — a UNESCO World Heritage site nestled in English Harbour, Antigua — the Antigua Charter Yacht Show returns from 4 to 9 December 2025, anchoring the start of the Caribbean charter-season in style.
A show steeped in history
The show is firmly established as the premier industry-only gathering for charter brokers, captains, crew and luxury-yacht professionals. This year’s edition spans three marinas — Nelson’s Dockyard, Falmouth Harbour Marina and Antigua Yacht Club Marina — offering attendees the chance to tour superyachts, join seminars, network and experience Caribbean hospitality at its finest.
The legacy of Nicholson Yacht Charters
The history of the show is intimately tied to the pioneering work of the Nicholson family. (See How It All Started). After arriving in Antigua in 1949, they pioneered the first ‘Nicholson Charter Yacht Show’ in 1961! Initially established to allow brokers to inspect the growing fleet and confidently book charters for their clients, the “Nicholson Charter Yacht Show” quickly became the definitive launchpad for the Caribbean season. It’s an honour we carry forward today, through the involvement of our President, Karen Kelly Shea.
Notably:
- The Nicholsons are credited with founding one of the first “Agent’s Week” gatherings in Antigua — the precursor to what today has become the Antigua Charter Yacht Show. Hear our story on Yatco
- Our company, Nicholson Yachts, continues this legacy and remains a respected name in luxury yacht charter, sales and management. nicholsonyachts.com
- Their influence has been formally recognised: the family is among the inaugural inductees of the Charter Yacht Brokers Association Hall of Fame www.cyba.net/charter-yachting-hall-of-fame
We look forward to welcoming you in Antigua, sharing our unique charter-heritage story, and exploring how we can make the most of the 2025 season together. If you’d like to pre-arrange a meeting or conversation during the show, just let us know and we’ll secure a suitable slot.
Warm regards,
The team at Nicholson Yachts.
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