The Newport Charter Yacht Show is the only trade event of its kind in the Northeast, meaning it’s a valuable tool for connecting luxury charter yachts, their agents, owners, captains and crews with those in the business of brokering unparalleled on-water vacations for discriminating clients. It all starts in Newport, R.I. with a move-in on Monday, June 23 of 16 yachts to Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard (the Show’s producer and owner) and ends three days later after a packed schedule of dockside showings and social gatherings as well as networking events, educational forums, and crew competitions. 

“The experience at Newport Charter Yacht Show is more intimate and more relaxed than some of the world’s larger charter shows, which can have over 100 yachts spread out over several different marinas,” said Sarah Egger, charter manager for Fraser Yachts. “Brokers have quality time to get to know the boats and crew, instead of jumping on and off and not remembering what they saw that day.”

Fraser will feature two motor yachts at the show, including the largest: the 170’ Lady B.

“Lady B had planned to go to the Mediterranean, but at the last minute she decided to stay here,” said Egger, explaining that this is notable news for brokers looking to match clients with chartering opportunities this summer during the high season in New England. “She has an amazing crew, and the boat itself has so many exceptional features.” Those include five state rooms; an elevator; a gym and outdoor shower; ability to show movies under the stars; a beach club at the waterline, complete with couches, mini bar, and air conditioning; and a 53-foot HCB tender with five 450 horsepower engines.

Fraser’s other participant is the 110’ motor yacht In the Zone, which is new to the show.