Visitors and exhibitors to the newest boat show in the
region draws plenty of positive response during the four-day event
ANACORTES –
The new Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show held on May 17-20 at the Port of
Anacortes’ Cap Sante Marina exceeded expectations with an attendance of 5,214,
and those in attendance and the boating industry are already looking forward to
2019!
With 263 boats on display at
Cap Sante Marina and nearby boatyards plus 60 marine businesses filling the 10,000-square
foot tent – the Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA), Anacortes Chamber of
Commerce and Port of Anacortes – teamed up to provide a very successful show at
the heart of a beautiful waterfront community and gem of all marinas.
“The show exceeded our
wildest expectations,” said Stephanie Hamilton, the Anacortes Chamber of
Commerce president. “Working with the staff of (NMTA) has been wonderful – they
are true professionals with warm hearts. We were blessed with perfect weather
to showcase the boats and accessories – and all the guests were happy. Looking
forward to next year!”
Boat dealers and brokers
were very happy with boat sales and turnout at the show. E-tickets were purchased
in 15 different U.S. states and Canada, including Alaska, Arizona, California,
Colorado, Washington D.C., Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Louisiana, Massachusetts,
Michigan, Montana, Oregon, Texas, Washington and British Columbia.
“The Anacortes Boat and
Yacht show was fantastic right out of the gate,” said Kelly Hawley, owner of
Tom-n-Jerry’s Boat Center and Master Marine in Mount Vernon. “Good weather,
great attendance and most importantly strong sales. For the first attempt at a
show of this magnitude in Anacortes I was pleasantly surprised and already
planning for next year.”
“All told, this was the
most professionally organized and run and promoted show we have ever seen in
Anacortes,” said Matthew Thornton, general manager and certified yacht broker at
BananaBelt Boats & Yachts in Anacortes. “Anacortes
is indeed a splendid destination and a worthwhile show venue.”
Anacortes is conveniently located
between Seattle and Vancouver B.C. The Anacortes area has more than 40 marine-related
businesses to cover every boater’s wants and needs.
About the
Northwest Marine Trade Association
The NMTA is the nation’s
largest regional marine association. It represents more than 700 companies in
the recreational boating industry, including boat dealers, boat brokers,
marinas, boatyards, manufacturers, retailers and suppliers of boating
accessories and services. The NMTA’s mission is to promote the growth of
recreational boating and members’ businesses. The NMTA produces the Seattle Boat
Show, the West Coast’s largest boat show and the Northwest Paddling Festival. Details:
http://www.nmta.net/
About the
Anacortes Chamber of Commerce
The Anacortes Chamber of
Commerce is a member-based organization representing 500 businesses, community
organizations and interested individuals. Its mission is to promote economic
prosperity through innovative leadership, advocacy and collaborative community
engagement. The Anacortes Chamber of Commerce also acts as the Destination
Marketing Organization promoting to the travelling public and greeting guests
to encourage them to Experience Anacortes…your island getaway. Details: https://anacortes.org/
