The Miami Yacht Show, the city’s premier luxury yacht and superyacht event, is pleased to announce that renowned Swiss luxury watchmaker, Ulysse Nardin, is the show’s Official Timekeeper and sponsor of the Windward VIP Experience, where the coveted timepieces will be on display from Thursday, February 14 through Monday, February 18. Exquisite watches by Ulysse Nardin have much in common with the prestigious yachts and superyachts on display at the 31st annual Miami Yacht Show. The pioneering watch manufacturer, renowned for technical innovation, draws inspiration from its marine heritage and delivers timepieces sought by collectors around the world.
“We look forward to partnering with the Miami Yacht Show in its new location,” says François-Xavier Hotier, president of Ulysse Nardin Americas. “Ulysse Nardin has longstanding ties to the sea, dating back to our origins as the main supplier of Marine Chronometers to navies around the world. This continues to be an important part of our story, along with a drive for innovation, precision and reliability – values that are shared by the yachting community.”
Windward VIP guests will enjoy an exclusive preview of the watchmaker’s latest innovations, including the international debut of a new Haute Horlogerie timepiece that embodies the finest in nautical luxury. Watchmakers will be onsite daily to demonstrate the latest technologies.
“The extraordinary Ulysse Nardin brand captures the spirit of yachting in its nautical heritage and innovative designs,” says Andrew Doole, president of Informa U.S. Boat Shows. “This renowned watchmaker is the perfect partner for presenting the Windward VIP Experience to guests who appreciate the best of everything.”
The Windward VIP Experience is an exclusive, climate-controlled venue where guests enjoy a premium open bar, gourmet food, happy hours and private events. Priced at $200 per person per day, the VIP package includes show admission, valet parking and tender service to and from Super Yacht Miami.
About the 2019 Miami Yacht Show
The 31st annual Miami Yacht Show takes place over Presidents’ Day weekend, from Thursday, February 14 through Monday, February 18, at its new location at One Herald Plaza between the MacArthur and Venetian causeways on Biscayne Bay, next to the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts. The 60-acre display includes a massive 67,000-square-foot exhibition space and more than 500 stunning yachtsfrom the world’s foremost yacht and superyacht manufacturers and brokers.
Offering more than 3,500 parking spaces within walking distance of the show and easy access from Brightline and the Metromover, the new venue makes getting to the show more convenient than ever before. Water tender service will connect the mainland location to Super Yacht Miami, the Miami Yacht Show’s satellite display of extraordinary superyachts at Island Gardens Deep Harbour on Watson Island. Super Yacht Miami tickets are $125 for preview/opening day and $100 per day Friday through Monday. Super Yacht Miami tickets can be purchased at MiamiYachtShow.com/en/tickets.
For more information on ticket pricing, show hours, transportation options, activities and more, visit MiamiYachtShow.com.