On the evening of Tuesday 10 March, BOAT International hosted an exclusive sunset reception at Villa Embrace ahead of the St Barths Bucket 2026. The event brought together Owners' Club members, friends of the Bucket and industry VIPs for an evening of networking in one of the island's most spectacular settings.
Villa Embrace, generously provided by Hamaka | Knight Frank, served as the stunning backdrop for the evening. This beautiful four-story residence overlooks the Port of Gustavia and is recognised as one of St Barths' most impressive private properties. Hamaka specialises in curating exceptional luxury villa experiences in St Barths, offering clients access to the island's finest private residences with personalised concierge services.
The reception was made possible through partnerships with Port Namira, Camper & Nicholsons, Heesen and Bulgari. Port Namira, a new superyacht marina development, represents a significant addition to the Caribbean yachting infrastructure, offering state-of-the-art berthing facilities and services designed for the modern superyacht fleet.
Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed passed hors d'oeuvres and a full bar curated by Bon Appetit SBH, featuring a private chef and cocktails crafted by Shaken, a top-tier mixology specialist. A DJ provided the soundtrack to the evening as attendees gathered to celebrate the upcoming regatta against the backdrop of a Caribbean sunset.