SYDNEY BOAT SHOW: Last day, deal day, open at two locations
A boater's paradise at Cockle Bay Marina with a free ferry to the Glebe Island displayAustralians with a passion for the outdoors are set for a treat when the Sydney International Boat Show opens today, the final day of the 49th Sydney boat show, and deals will be on offer, boats sold, signed and delivered in coming weeks.
Run for five days from July 28 to August 1, this nautical extravaganza is the biggest boat show in the Southern Hemisphere and an annual pilgrimage that has delivered joy to generations of boaters.
Opening for the 49th time, the show began in 1968 and has become an iconic event, recognised worldwide, attracting manufacturers from all around the world to stage key new-model releases.
"Visitors to the show are set to see a tremendous array of boats, and all the equipment and gear to go with them," said Howard Glenn, Chief Executive of the Boating Industry Association."
"Recreational boating has many aspects to it, with sports like fishing, sailing, kayaking, waterskiing and wakeboarding complementing the ever popular family cruising, or just spending time on the water. Show visitors will see that the show caters to all tastes and skill levels," he said.
Those new to the lifestyle will not feel out of place either, with tens of thousands each year using the show as a learning opportunity and launch pad for their time on the water.
Boatsales.com.au and sister site BoatPoint.com.au have a stand at the show and our editor David Lockwood is talking daily at 3:30pm on the Hot Seat about affordable boating, Sydney boating secrets, Hawkesbury Holidays, as well as divulging some of his neverfail fishing spots.
The show operates across two locations. The large on-water vessels are hosted at the beautiful Darling Harbour only a few minutes' walk from Sydney’s CBD. Undercover displays are housed at the unique Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island.
The show journey starts at either location, and connecting the two is a free ferry service. The ferry shuttle gives show visitors a bonus voyage across the magnificent Sydney Harbour.
"Those who love boating know that it is a great lifestyle, and they will also tell you that safe boating is good boating. We are again delighted to team up with Transport for NSW as our Partner in Safety. Together we make sure you will find information to help make your time on the water better," Mr Glenn said.
Visitors to the show will find everything they need to know at www.sydneyboatshow.com.au.
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