FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 22, 2025

Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) — With favorable winds and stunning coastal routes, the curtains came down on the thrilling first edition of SVG’s Sailing Week held from the 13^th to 21^st April, 2025. 

Following eight days of exciting races, sailing enthusiasts witnessed the return of world class competitive sailing to the multi-island destination.

Sailing Week featured a variety of racing classes and attracted regional and international participation, reinforcing SVG’s growing reputation as a premier sailing destination.

During the first-round of sailing, the event saw the return of competitive world-class sailing to Mayreau and Canouan for the Bougainvillea Cup, while the Bequia Easter Regatta attracted participation in several categories including the popular Double-Enders and CSI Yacht Racing classes.

Tourism Minister, Carlos James, says Sailing Week 2025 again demonstrated the potential of maritime tourism to elevate our country’s profile on the world stage, adding, “The energy, passion, and participation we have seen over the past week affirm our vision for a vibrant, sustainable tourism sector that benefits communities across our islands.”

Chief Executive Officer of the SVG Tourism Authority, Annette Mark, also praised the event and its impact: “What we witnessed this week was more than just a regatta, it was a celebration of destination St Vincent and the Grenadines. The synergy between our natural environment, world-class sailing conditions, and our hospitality sector made for an unforgettable experience. We are grateful to all who made it possible and look forward to building on this momentum.”

SVG Sailing Week 2026 is officially scheduled for Sunday 29^th March to Monday 6^th April, 2026.

For more information, results and event highlights, visit at www.discoversvg.com  or www.svgsailingweek.com  

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