Our flagship Day of Exploration has returned, with a welcome weekend around the Cote d’Azur, and the Yacht Club de Monaco’s historic Explorer Awards, recognizing seafaring excellence – March 21-24.
Explorers Club Welcome Brunch | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Our hosts from the Yacht Club de Monaco will first welcome us to Brunch. Meet your fellow explorers, and take-in the views along the water. For the intrepid, sign-up for the regatta later in the day.
Future of Ocean Finance Workshop | 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Curated in partnership with our World Oceans Week, the future of ocean finance blue economy workshop will bring together the top minds in ocean conservation, engineering, and business.
Featuring emergent conversations on sustainable tech in conservation and blended finance. With breakout sessions and tailored networking to follow.
Immersive Experience | 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Immersive VR cabin + headsets, allowing guests to virtually “dive” to 4,000 m, raising awareness of the invisible deep-sea world.
Captain’s Regatta | 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Crews will race the Monaco Harbor in teams of five, racing J70’s. The winning team will be awarded on the docks in front of the assembled guests after the race. Sailors of all aptitude welcome, but you will get wet, and you will be on the water competing against your peers!
Visit the Explorer Docks | 4:00 pm
Yacht Club General Secretary Bernard d’Alessandri and Explorers Club President Richard Wiese will open the Explorer Docks at the Yacht Club de Monaco, featuring some of the world’s top expedition vessels.
Welcome Party Aboard Expedition Yacht | 6:00 pm
A welcome party like only the Yacht Club de Monaco knows how. Aboard an exploration yacht, docked right in front of the the Club.
