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The Superyacht Forum - Pacific Tour

15th - 17th June 2022

The superyacht industry's key stakeholders and influencers will gather for an exclusive edition of 'The Superyacht Forum - Pacific Tour' on the 15-17th June 2022, in Victoria, British Columbia. This event will have the theme 'Change Makers' and for three days in the BC wilderness we will workshop, brainstorm and challenge our industry for the long-term future. Find out more and Register for The Superyacht Forum - Pacific Tour' below.

Key Decision-Makers

We will bring together stakeholders from around the Pacific region, with key industry leaders, influencers and advisors from across the world congregating to map out the long-term future of one of the most exciting client cruising grounds in the market.

Shape a Region

Attendees will build a strategy that will establish the region as a viable alternative to the Atlantic milk run for owners, guests and charter clients from Sydney to Tokyo, and from Seattle to Singapore and everywhere in between, over the next decade. We will raise the profile of this ‘Pacific Network’ to the wider superyacht market, from the perspective of both existing stakeholders and potential investors.

Experience the potential

This unique event will be hosted in one of the most beautiful locations in the Pacific Northwest - Victoria, British Columbia - so global stakeholders and influencers can experience the incredible potential first-hand, establishing a new group of ‘Pacific Ambassadors’.

The Programme

12:30 - 13:30
Welcome Lunch  

An informal welcome lunch at the Delta Hotel where everyone is welcome.

 

Location: Delta Marriott Ocean Pointe Resort, 100 Harbour Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 0G1
14:00 - 14:30
Registration  

Registration at Victoria International Marina

15:00 - 15:30
Welcome Address – Setting the Scene  

After lunch, The Chairman of The Superyacht Group will introduce and present the mission and objectives of the Pacific Tour, creating teams and introducing the creative and innovative ideas of how the programme will unfold and develop.

15:00 - 18:00
On Board Networking - M/Y Ascente Yacht  

All Delegates, Speakers and Partners will spend an afternoon on the water, onboard M/Y Ascente- a custom 112’ explorer yacht, locally operated. This private cruise will give all the delegates a chance to meet, greet and get to know who’s part of the Forum. While enjoying the unique environment of the waters of British Columbia. – Chatham and Discovery Islands.

Location: M/Y Ascente Yacht
15:30 - 16:00
Welcome Speech  

Welcome speech by Craig Norris and welcome on-board by Steve Sidwell.

Location: M/Y Ascente
16:30 - 18:00
The Future of the Pacific – the Ultimate Superyacht Cruising Ground  

During the cruise on board M/Y Ascente, after everyone has met and shared thoughts, ideas and discussions, an expert panel will deliver a unique and inspirational debate, designed to set the scene for the next two days, focusing on the future of the planet, the pacific and its real potential.

Location: M/Y Ascente
18:00 - 19:00
Freshen Up Time  

M/Y Ascente - Return to Victoria International Marina and the Delta Hotel - Freshen Up Time

Location: M/Y Ascente
19:00 - 21:30
The Welcome Supper  

A relaxed and informal supper that will bring everyone together and create a perfect chance to discuss superyachts, the future ownership, the next generation of clients and the life they expect on board.

Location: Delta Hotel – Harbour Lights Room
21:30 - 22:30
Night Cap Conversations  

For those delegates that want to carry on their networking, over brandies or whiskies, all delegates, speakers and partners will enjoy a relaxed fireside chat with good exchanges, including unique stories, ocean tales and personal anecdotes from this unique group of industry leaders.

Location: Victoria Marina – Lounge Area

Experience the Region

Beautiful British Columbia

June is the ideal time to visit British Columbia and The Pacific Tour presents the perfect opportunity to incorporate the trip of a lifetime. Enjoy a city break in the world-class cities of Vancouver or Seattle, or go-off grid and access over 50,000 square miles of wild terrain – the possibilities are endless!

West-Coast Wilderness

Escape the stress of everyday life and experience the tranquillity of the less-explored West Coast. Following the Pacific Tour why not visit Nimmo Bay, an exclusive wilderness resort in the heart of Canada’s Great Bear Rainforest, on the wild shores of the Pacific Ocean for a truly unique experience.

Inspired Adventure

Where else can you Ride Waves, Climb the Bugaboos, go on a 10,000 year-old glacier hike, see a Grizzly, Spot Orcas and spend the night in a Rainforest? British Columbia is the very definition of adventure where forests rise against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains, whilst you’re in the area be sure to plan unrivalled adventures in Nature’s playground – you won’t regret it!

Hotel Information

As part of the event, we have a special partnership with the Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort.

“Discover a seamless blend of modern comfort and convenience at the Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort. Ideally located on Victoria's vibrant Inner Harbour, the hotel features outstanding amenities and an unbeatable location- offering the very best views of the city. The hotel features versatile meeting space, a full fitness centre and LURE Restaurant & Bar, with Victoria’s hottest patio!  Located only 750 meters away from Victoria International marina it is a beautiful waterfront walk of less than 10 minutes” 

To book your hotel stay during The Superyacht Forum - Pacific Tour click here

   

 

COVID-19 Information

UPDATE: Effective April 1, 2022 at 12:01 AM EDT, Fully vaccinated travellers will no longer need to provide a pre-entry COVID-19 test result to enter Canada by air, land or water.


For more information on visas and travel restrictions, please visit the Canadian Government website.

 

Travel

How to get to Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

For commercial jets there are three major airports in close vicinity host numerous national and international air carriers.

Victoria International Airport (YYJ) British Columbia, Canada is 30min by ground transport to the marina.

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) British Columbia, Canada.

Seattle International Airport (SEA) Washington, USA.

Below are the options for private jets including hangarage or charter. 

VIH Execujet based at the Victoria International Airport, conveniently located to serve Victoria, Vancouver and all of British Columbia, providing charter flights anywhere in the world, with no geographical limitations.

London Air located at Vancouver International Airport, providing executive private jet and helicopter charters.

To arrive by helicopter there are daily non-stop direct flights to Victoria, Nanaimo and Vancouver, as well as private charters and sightseeing tours.

Helijet competitive rates and kids fly free.

London Air located at Vancouver International Airport, providing executive private jet and helicopter charters.

West Coast Helicopters heli adventures in British Columbia; enjoy breath taking views, experience the finest wildlife in the world and fish, hike or ski until you’re exhausted.

VIH Execujet based at the Victoria International Airport, VIH is conveniently located to service Victoria, Vancouver and all of British Columbia, as well as provide a direct connection from Seattle to Victoria. Charter flights are available anywhere in British Columbia.

For arrival by seaplanes the marina is just across the harbour from the seaplane terminal.

Harbour Air Seaplanes connect to one of 9 destinations in British Columbia with frequent service between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. 

Harbour Air will be offering an exclusive 15% discount on Go Flex and Go Gold, and their scenic Harbour Air tours for bookings between 8th - 22nd June for delegates attending The Pacific Tour. Just use code PSFEXPLORE15

Kenmore Air offer a floatplane service between Vancouver, Victoria, Seattle, San Jan Islands, and the Inside Passage.

For a ferry service the marina is located across the harbour from local and international ferries.

Victoria Clipper offer a high-speed, passenger-only ferry ride through Puget Sound, between Victoria’s Inner Harbour and Seattle, Washington

Black Ball Ferry Line M.V. Coho is a vehicle and passenger ferry crossing the Strait of Juan de Fuca between Victoria’s Inner Harbour and the city of Port Angeles in Washington State.

BC Ferries provides all major passenger and vehicle ferry services for coastal and island communities in British Columbia.

 

Wi-Fi Details

To access wi-fi while at Victoria International Marina please use the below details:

Network:   VIMarina

Password:  VI_Moorage!

Headline Partners

Awlgrip Camper & Nicholsons Millstream Underwriting Limited Monaco Marine MTU RINA

Local Partners

Arksen Limited Destination Greater Victoria Marine Group Boat Works Phantom Creek Estates White Glacier
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