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VI represented @ Cowes Week on the Isle of Wight

-VI's reputation as a premier sailing & holiday destination displayed
August 9th, 2025 | Tags: VI UK sailing tourism Cowes Week
The Virgin Islands' delegation at the Cowes Week on the Isle of Wight August 2 to 4, 2025. Photo: Facebook
The Virgin Islands was represented at the Cowes Week on the Isle of Wight August 2 to 4, 2025. Photo: Facebook
The Virgin Islands was represented at the Cowes Week on the Isle of Wight August 2 to 4, 2025. Photo: Facebook
The Virgin Islands was represented at the Cowes Week on the Isle of Wight August 2 to 4, 2025. Photo: Facebook
The Virgin Islands was represented at the Cowes Week on the Isle of Wight August 2 to 4, 2025. Photo: Facebook
ISLE OF WIGHT, England, United Kingdom- The Virgin Islands (VI) had the honour of being showcased at the renowned Cowes Week on the Isle of Wight, an event celebrated as one of the United Kingdom’s (UK) most prestigious and long-standing sailing festivals, which took place from August 2 to August 8, 2025.

With nearly 40 exhilarating races taking place each day and approximately 500 diverse vessels participating, Cowes Week stands as the largest sailing regatta of its kind globally.

This vibrant event serves as an exceptional platform to highlight the BVI's reputation as a premier sailing and holiday destination.

VI Spring Regatta & Sailing Fest promoted

The annual Virgin Islands Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival was widely promoted by the UK team, actively engaging with sailing enthusiasts from around the world.

They forged exciting partnerships with Sunsail, allowing attendees to experience a taste of the Caribbean through the signature BVI Painkiller cocktail, a beloved drink known for its tropical flavours and refreshing qualities.

This collaboration not only captured the essence of the VI but also offered a delightful glimpse into the island's vibrant culture and hospitality, enticing visitors to explore all that the Territory's beautiful islands have to offer.

2 Responses to “VI represented @ Cowes Week on the Isle of Wight ”

  • you know (09/08/2025, 10:41) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    there are several sailors from the BVI actually RACING on sail yachts at Cowes Week. Please provide their names and one design yachts in your next news release concerning Cowes Week.
  • Proud (11/08/2025, 11:03) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Good News from Wight
    Mek we proud on the international scene!



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