Ocean Marina Yacht Club is set to host the second Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show, showcasing the Gulf of Thailand’s marine leisure industry and underscoring its position as a strategic yachting hub in South East Asia. To be held 22nd to 24th November at the Ocean Marina Yacht Club in Na-Jomtien, Pattaya, the event is expected to attract over 100 exhibitors and 3,000 visitors.
Following the successful inaugural event in 2012, organisers are planning for it to be even bigger and better this year. Already 60% of the in-water display area is booked and reservations for the 2,600sqm of onshore display space are strong, with marine businesses, luxury automobile brands and up-market real estate in the offerings.
Ocean Marina Yacht Club in Pattaya has been central in the development of the Gulf of Thailand becoming a South East Asia yachting hub.
“Last year was the first Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show and we received a lot of positive feedback. We are building on that success and for this year have expanded the onshore space and re-developed the layout. Bookings have been strong and we are looking forward to an exciting show for both exhibitors and visitors,” said Supatra Angkawinijwong, acting managing director, Ocean Property.
The Gulf of Thailand’s close proximity to the South China Sea opens up the area to yachts from Hong Kong and further north, and south to the Indonesian archipelago, Australia and New Zealand. The Gulf provides idyllic tropical cruising with islands dotted off the shore and the untouched waters of Cambodia and Vietnam on the region’s doorstep.
“This is a popular cruising area due in part to the stunning nearby cruising grounds and its strategic location in the region, as well as the presence of world-class marina facilities at Ocean Marina Yacht Club. The Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show will help cement the region’s strategic importance and showcase what the Gulf of Thailand has to offer, to a worldwide audience,” added Supatra.
A large turnout of Thais, expats and tourists from neighbouring regions, lifestyle-lovers, entrepreneurs, investors, boat owners and property owners, as well as targetted VIPs and media are expected at the 2013 Show to enjoy a diverse display of products and businesses, including international yacht brands, marine accessories and services, yacht charter, water sports, automobile brands, luxury real estate, lifestyle brands and much more.
There are also lots of onshore and on-water activities and entertainment planned, including free sailing trials, free kayak trials, lucky draws, luxury cocktail parties, Dragon Boat Race and a marina-side beer garden and festival with live band.
Ocean Marina Yacht Club has hosted many international events previously, including the 24th SEA Games, Top of the Gulf Regatta and large-scale concerts by Grammy, Cool FM and more.
For more information on the 2013 Boat Show, visit website: www.oceanmarina boatshow.com or facebook: www.facebook.com/oceanmarinaboatshow.
