What are you doing this weekend? Here is a great idea if you are headed to San Diego:

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 to 20.

Celebrating its 10th 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 10th annual 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 superyacht.”

With San Diego recently dubbed the “new super-yacht capital” by CNN, new and improved megayacht facilities, and the wave of affluence in the city –YachtFest organizers anticipate greater interest in builder, charter, fractional and brokerage yachts.

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. In addition to viewing yachts, attendees can check out the newest in yachting products and gain exclusive access to luxury goods.

YachtFest will be open Thursday through Saturday, September 17 to 19, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ticket prices vary, including:

• General Access tickets: $34. Allows guests to experience the life aboard a first-class yacht. Two Day General Admission tickets are available for $48.
• Preferred Access Badge: $64. Gives yachting enthusiasts priority when boarding all yachts, as well as a complimentary beverage.
• Two-Day Preferred Access Badge: The ultimate package for yachting connoisseurs. Available for $78, this badge enables guests to soak in the lavish lifestyle of a yachtsman.
All general admission tickets are $10 off and preferred access badges are $20 off if purchased before September 1. Children 14 and under are free with a paying adult and active or retired military will receive a 50 percent discount with I.D.

About YachtFest San Diego
YachtFest attracts visitors from around the world for an impressive exhibit of mega-sized, luxury yachts. Showcasing San Diego as one of the best destinations for boat enthusiasts, the relaxed atmosphere allows visitors to be a part of this elegant lifestyle. There will be opportunities available for builder, charter, fractional and brokerage yachts. In addition to more than 30 super yachts to tour, the latest equipment and other related luxury products will be for sale and on display.

YachtFest sponsors include San Diego Marine Exchange, Landmark Aviation, Sharp Design, Fraser Yachts Worldwide, Driscoll Boat Works, Wright & L’Estrange, Marine Group Boat Works, Bartell Hotels, Shelter Island Marina, Knight & Carver and Port of San Diego.

YachtFest 2009 will take place from September 17 to 20 at the Island Palms Hotel and Marina at 2051 Shelter Island Drive. General Admission tickets are $10 off and Preferred Access Badges are $20 if purchased before September 1, 2009. For more information on attendance, sponsorship or exhibitor opportunities, log on to http://www.yachtfest.com or call Integrated Sports Marketing at 858-836-0133.

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