2014 Riviera Festival of Boating

The 3rd annual Riviera Festival of Boating will present a cirquetacular line up of social events held over four days from May 22 to 25 that will bring a sparkle to Festival goers day and light up their night with a feast of world-class entertainment.

The Festival is 2014's ultimate boating event with 76 educational and social activities held over four days at Riviera's 14-hectare state-of-the-art Coomera River front facility - the largest boat building facility in the southern hemisphere.

Riviera owner and chairman Rodney Longhurst said Riviera was renowned for its events and high calibre Festival Gala dinner and this year would be no exception.

"Over 400 luxury power boat enthusiasts are expected to attend the Riviera Cirquetacular, which will be held under the Big Top on the Saturday night to celebrate the 3rd annual Riviera Festival of Boating," Mr Longhurst said.

"A specially selected group of artists and entertainers will deliver breathtaking and inspired performances as the Riviera family enjoys an evening of spectacular, colourful and vibrant performing arts.

"This family friendly event will entertain the young and young at heart with a three course meal with matched wines, entertainment and live show. All of the Festival's major events are family friendly and guests are encouraged to bring their children along to join in the fun of the Festival."

The social events begin on the Friday of the Festival with a special Champagne Master Class luncheon for the ladies. This fully catered lunch will be bubbling with interesting facts about champagne and cork popping fun as the experienced, effervescent and passionate host, Amanda Reboul shares her profound knowledge and enthusiasm for champagne.

Amanda will conduct champagne tastings while providing an overview of the champagne region and how it is made over lunch. Amanda will cover non-vintage, blanc de blanc, blanc de noir, a rose and a vintage to give the ladies a true insight into the different blends and an understanding of what the different grapes do to change the taste.

Riviera's director of brand and communications Stephen Milne said Friday's social activities were the perfect way to start the weekend. On Friday evening the entertainment at Riviera really gets underway.

"Friday evening begins in a relaxed environment on the marina where Festival patrons can enjoy champagne and hors d'oeuvres surrounded by a $22 million showcase of beautiful new boats. There will be an opportunity for a private undercover, red carpet viewing of the latest models and expressions of craftsmanship from the Riviera and Belize marques," Mr Milne said.

"At 7pm guests will make their way into the Riviera facility where they will enter the 'Riviera and all that Jazz' nightclub for a feast of colour, music, dancing, food and fine wine."

On Sunday, the ever-popular Master BBQ Chef Challenge will be held at the Riviera Yacht Club.

Mr Longhurst said this event was a fun and palate pleasing way to put your boat barbecue culinary skills to the test and conclude the Riviera Festival of Boating.

"Enthusiastic amateur chefs will go head to head in a fun-filled barbecue cook off in a bid to win some great Riviera prizes. This event offers a three-course meal and of course a children's menu is available," he said.

"Boating is very much a family affair and the Riviera Festival of Boating is designed to encourage all Riviera owners to come to Coomera with their children or grandchildren for four days of fun social events and boating education aimed at giving owners greater confidence and expand their friendships on the water.

"The Festival is all about helping our valued owners realise their individual boating dreams through a range of educational events as well as providing a unique environment where they can meet other like-minded Riviera and Belize owners, after all, the family who boats together stays together."

Last year's registrations were up by more than 50 per cent, which has prompted Riviera to expand the events program with a series of new seminars amongst more than 76 individual educational and social events held over the four days.

Riviera offers 15 different models from 36 to 75 feet across three model series Flybridge, Sport Yacht and the new SUV collection.

In 2012 Riviera celebrated the launch of its 5000th boat, the 445 SUV, a significant achievement in the company's rich 34-year history.

Riviera also offers the bespoke Belize Motoryachts. Inspired by classic luxury details and timeless style, Belize Motoryachts has recently released the new 54-foot Sedan and Daybridge models. 

To ensure you are seated in the R Marine Crawley VIP area contact Riahne on 07 5529 5007 oradmin@rmarinecrawley.com.au.

WHERE                                                                                                  

50 Waterway Drive, Coomera, Qld

OPEN TO                                                                                

Riviera Owners & Friends by invite

PARKING                                                                  

Riviera owners registered with VIP cards will be able to take advantage of VIP parking onsite at Riviera, be sure to show your card at the gate. If you have lost your VIP card or don't have one please contact our office to pre arrange a replacement.

LINK TO REGISTER                                                                

http://www.cvent.com/events/the-riviera-festival/custom-19-b3983ea3a60f4b4d91fceba455a4837e.aspx

COCKTAIL PARTY                                                                                  

Date - Friday 23rd May 2014                                                                

Time - 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM                                                                    

Cost - $59/Head                                                                                      

Set amongst the stunning new boat display, boasting not only the world release of the 515SUV but also a number of other popular late model releases. Relax and take in the boat show atmosphere while enjoying Canapés and drinks.

FESTIVAL DINNER                                                                                

Date - Saturday 24th May 2014                                                            

Time - 6:30 PM - 11:30 PM                                                                    

Cost - $99/Head/Adult & $30/Head/Child (under 12years of age).

A night not to be missed, this year we have something extraordinary planned for our valued clients. Bookings are essential as tickets are running out fast, to be seated in the VIP R Marine Crawley section be sure to contact Riahne to arrange your booking.

MARINA BERTH                                                                                       

VIP berthing on D Arm is set aside for R Marine Crawley clients, this can be arranged by contacting Riahne 07 5529 5007. Hurry limited berths available. For those that miss out, anchoring in the Coomera River is allowed.

FESTIVAL ADVERTISEMENT PROGRAM            

http://issuu.com/rivieraaustralia/docs/riviera_festival_of_boating_2014_pr

SANCTUARY COVE BOATSHOW                                                        

When - Thursday 22nd May - Sunday 25th May 2014                      

Where - Masthead Way, Sanctuary Cove, QLD                              

Time - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

This year similar to last year Riviera will have a small display and the option to travel there by ferry from A arm at Riviera. Travel to Sanctuary Cove via Riviera ferry is complimentary for Riviera VIP'S.  Entry to the show is $20 online or $25 at the gate, for more information visithttp://www.sanctuarycoveboatshow.com/visit/tickets/

If you are already planning to attend Sanctuary Cove first, the ferry is complimentary but you will be required to obtain a ticket from the Riviera stand.

Numbers are limited at all events and registration is essential, if you have trouble booking online and would like some help, please advise.