BVI cements status as world’s sailing capital
The BVI has officially anchored its place as the globe’s premier sailing destination, proudly securing three new trademarks that will fuel its reputation as the “Sailing Capital of the World.” The...
The BVI has officially anchored its place as the globe’s premier sailing destination, proudly securing three new trademarks that will fuel its reputation as the “Sailing Capital of the World.” The BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission announced that under the Territory of the Virgin Islands Trade Marks Act, 2013, it has successfully registered: • The British Virgin Islands – Sailing Capital of the World • British Virgin Islands – The Undisputed Sailing Capital of the Caribbean • The British Virgin Islands – Sailing Capital of the Caribbean Each of these marks has been formally registered for 10 years beginning May 7, 2024, underscoring the territory’s unmatched sailing culture and leadership in the global yachting community.
Director of Tourism Clive McCoy said the achievement was a milestone for the Territory’s brand. “The British Virgin Islands has long been recognised as one of the best sailing destinations in the world, thanks to our steady trade winds, navigable channels, manageable currents, multiple islands and protected bays.
Securing these trademarks is a powerful step in protecting our identity, strengthening our position in the international market and ensuring that travellers, sailors and partners alike associate the BVI with sailing excellence.” The announcement comes as the BVI continues to outshine rivals such as Antigua, the Grenadines and the US Virgin Islands as the most sought-after yachting hub in the Caribbean.
With hundreds of charter yachts based in Tortola alone, the territory consistently ranks as the region’s top destination for sailors, offering everything from short line-of-sight voyages to secluded anchorages. Yachting remains one of the BVI’s strongest cultural traditions and a vital driver of its tourism economy.
From world-class regattas to youth sailing programmes and vibrant beach culture, the territory continues to showcase an identity deeply intertwined with life on the water.
Primary source: BVI News