Team CMG at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2025

American Innovation On Display: Westport's New 150

A standout moment? Touring the brand-new Westport 150, a gleaming example of American craftsmanship by Westport Yachts out of Seattle. Thanks to Chuck Levert for the personal walkthrough—this vessel showcases the innovative design and uncompromising quality that define our local luxury marine industry.

Crew Culture & Yacht Life: Insights from M/Y Simplicity

We had a rich conversation with the crew of the Majesty 140 (M/Y Simplicity) about the realities of life aboard a private yacht. From provisioning autonomy to managing day-to-day operations, their perspective was eye-opening. Shoutout to Kelly Downey for scoring a major media win—featuring the stunning Majesty 120 on local news. Don’t miss the ice-covered bar—a must-see.

Water Toys & Wild Tech: From Flying Cars to Mini Subs

If there’s one trend making waves—water toys are leveling up. Helicopters are fast becoming the must-have accessory. We saw flying cars, ultralights, and most notably, mini submarines generating major buzz among explorer yacht owners. Expect to see these underwater marvels popping up in more garages soon.

Hospitality Meets Luxury: Sky Lounges & Vodka Tastings

Huge thanks to YATCO for hosting the Sky Lounge at 300 Banyan—a perfect midday oasis to rest, recharge, and network. And yes—vodka tastings were everywhere. We sampled at least a half dozen premium brands, many of which are now exploring the marine space as a powerful luxury marketing channel. (More on that in CMG’s End-of-Month newsletter.)

Media Presence: Yachting Radio Goes Unplugged

Great to catch Rick Thomas from Yachting International Radio, leaping from dock to dock capturing content for Yachting USA and Yachting Unplugged. The media energy here is electric—and CMG is working behind the scenes to explore what’s next for branded storytelling in this evolving luxury niche.

CMG Pro-Tip: Forget the Gym, Hit the Docks

12,000 steps per day. Over 500 calories burned. Who needs a gym when you’ve got dockside meetings, yacht tours, and sunset cocktail hours?

More to Come

With a few days still to go, we’re excited to connect with more visionary brands, explore co-branded activations, and engage with UHNWI clients seeking bespoke luxury experiences. Palm Beach has become more than a show—it’s a playground for luxury innovation, and CMG is proud to be part of it.

Stay tuned for our EOM newsletter, where we’ll dive deeper into our key conversations, partnership opportunities, and what’s next for ultra-luxury brand integration on the water.