That’s A Wrap! X-402 MYXY and Leopard 45 Spellbound Earn Most Worthy Performance Honors to Conclude 40th Anniversary Edition of The St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten (March 8, 2020) After four sensational days of racing, parties and entertainment—and some of the closest competition ever seen in the long history of this storied Caribbean event—the 40th Anniversary Edition of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta concluded today in the same fine fashion with which it started, […]
Moving Day! The Fleet Jockeys for Podium Positions on Penultimate Day of Racing in 40th St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten (March 7, 2020): There comes a point in every regatta, after several races have been recorded and the top contenders have begun to establish their supremacy, when the competition becomes especially critical. For the crews jockeying for the podium, it’s time to put it on the line and make their move, hopefully […]
40th Anniversary St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Saturday March 7 – GREEN ENERGY: From New Emerging Sounds to Reggae Legends
St. Maarten Heineken Regatta 40 years strong and it just keeps getting better. Four days of world-class racing with some of the world’s most seasoned sailors, from more than 35 countries, sailing Maxis, Monohulls and Performance Multihulls to holiday-makers on chartered Bareboats and live-aboard families cruising the Caribbean. Crystal clear waters and cooling northeast trade winds give the pristine conditions […]
Local Knowledge Leads the Way on Classic Round-the-Island Race in 40th Anniversary St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten (March 6, 2020): It’s an annual highlight not only of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, but of the entire Caribbean yacht-racing circuit. The point-to-point round-St. Maarten race has something for everything: challenging currents and geographical features; wildly varying wind speeds and directions; inshore and offshore seaways; and this year, 148 competing yachts, […]
With Ideal Champagne-Sailing Conditions, the 40th Anniversary Edition of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Begins in Spectacular Fashion
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten (March 5, 2020): On a picture-perfect day for yacht racing, with bright sunshine and 14- to- 20-knot easterly tradewinds coursing over the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, the 40th Anniversary Edition of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta commenced today with a pair of races for all competitors in the racing, bareboat […]
Let the Games Begin! With 149 Entrants, the 40th Anniversary Edition of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Is Ready to Set Sail
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten (March 4, 2020): The practice sails are over, the crews have assembled on the island from all around the globe. The race committee has made final preparations, the army of volunteers all have their assignments. Registration is complete, the media know when and where to board the press boats. In the race village at Port […]
40th Anniversary St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Schedule for Wednesday March 4th
St. Maarten Heineken Regatta 40 years strong and it just keeps getting better. Four days of world-class racing with some of the world’s most seasoned sailors, from more than 35 countries, sailing Maxis, Monohulls and Performance Multihulls to holiday-makers on chartered Bareboats and live-aboard families cruising the Caribbean. Crystal clear waters and cooling northeast trade winds give the pristine […]
PUB QUIZ NIGHT
On Tuesday 3 March The Sint Maarten Yacht Club is hosting a special edition of their monthly Pub Quiz at the Regatta Village, Yacht Club Port de Plaisance! We will have live music, food stands and nice prizes. Walk-in at 6:30pm, Pub Quiz will start at 7pm Cost is $20 per team Minimum 3 and […]
Logistic support from local businesses during the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
The 40th St Maarten Heineken Regatta is taking place from March 5 – 8, 2020 and receiving much support from local businesses. Including Winair, who donated a number of office containers to use at the Regatta Village and future regattas. Regatta Organizers are grateful for the support as logistics have been complicated after hurricane Irma. This […]
Calling All Cruisers! The Island Time Class is the Coolest, Mellowest Way to Sail the 40th St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten: February 24th, 2020 The St. Maarten Heineken Regatta is well-known among racing sailors for its close and intense competition. But the 40th Anniversary Edition of the event, scheduled for March 5-8, is also an island-wide festival of sailing, parties, and music. And if you’re a cruising sailor visiting the islands, the best […]
