Yachts

In Pictures: Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show

Missed the 2014 boat show in Fort Lauderdale? Never fear, Yachting's editors have you covered. Join us for a virtual walk through the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show in 121 photos.

By Yachting Staff

November 6, 2014

Updated: November 6, 2014

Marlow Yachts

Marlow Yachts introduced three new models, a 58E, 61E and a 66E, like the one seen here.

Boston Whaler 420

The largest boat in this builder’s 50-year history, say hello to the formidable Boston Whaler 420.

Viking

This enclosed-bridge Viking was home base for the promo of a new fishing show on NBC Sports called Offshore Fishing League.

Azimut

Azimut’s display was hopping all week, and the new 77 is now stateside. Look for her story in Yachting soon.

Princess Yachts

The Princess Yachts 72 was a crowd-pleaser all week.

Yachting

Yachting proudly displaying its new logo on F/G dock at the show!

Quadski

It’s a quad. No it’s a JetSki. It’s both. Meet Quadski.

Ferretti Group

From left: Ferretti Group’s chief commercial officer Stefano de Vivo and CEO Alberto Galassi discuss the new models from the Group. One of the largest was the Riva 122 Mythos.

Riva

Riva’s next big-boat project.

Necker Belle

Richard Branson’s Necker Belle.

Nisi Yachts

Nisi Yachts was busy all week and introduced boaters to its new 50GTX.

Absolute

Should call this one Absolutely, because that’s where we want to be!

Drone

Drones are all the rage these days with yacht owners, allowing them to capture video and images of their yachts never seen before.

Lady drone

This drone is all pretty in pink.

Monte Carlo

The Monte Carlo series yachts offer families a midsize cruiser with a fine European pedigree. The Monte Carlo 5 debuted at the show.

Super Rib

We don’t know the top speed on this RIB, but we bet it’s F…A…S…T!

Sub Transport

Now this is how you move your sub.

Personal Sub

This Triton submersible might be the ultimate watertoy. Who wants one?

RIB

This cockpit looks more fighter jet than boat, and it’s awesome!

Pershing

Silver and super-sleek in profile, yep, it’s a Pershing.

Sea Ray L590

Sea Ray’s L590, the smaller sibling of the L650, had her world premier at the show.

Sea Ray L590

The L590 in profile.

Sea Ray L590

The L590’s salon is finley finished and wicked spacious.

Getting Around

And to think we walked the boat show.

A look inside Delta

Delat 54’s salon. Inviting, isn’t it?

Delta helm

That flip-up bolster seat comes in handy when driving at speed.

Wider

A Wider always catches your gaze at a show, especially when she’s painted orange.

Wider

Wider, indeed.

Arcadia

The after deck of the Arcadia 85.

Arcadia

Check out the Atrium feel inside the new Arcadia 85.

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Master

Note the immense light flooding into the full-beam master.

Great Flow

Her flow is uninterrupted, making for easy interior transit.

Before the Crowds

Great weather made for busy docks, but if you hit the show early enough, you could stroll a bit.

Big Diesel

Not everyone at the show is looking for new yachts, some are looking to repower with big honkin’ diesels like this one.

Simulator

How do you break up the boat show day? Play with the Cat simulator, naturally.

Props

Big wheels keep on turnin’.

Volvo Penta

It’s been almost ten years since the boating world was introduced to Volvo Penta’s IPS.

Food Court

This is the place to eat on the fly at FLIBS.

Got Lunch?

Grouper, mahi, shrimp and more can all be found here.

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Sub

Got sub?

Intrepid

Check out the 32-foot Hybrid Intrepid CC.

Tender

Looks like this guy’s ready to head to the beach and go shellin’.

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Cruisers Yachts

Cruisers Yachts had its full lineup of Cantius and Express models on display at the show.

Intellian

Intellian is all about keeing you connected at sea.

Lowrance/Simrad

Elex companies like Lowrance and Simrad offered visitors everything from sounders to MFDs and more.

B&G

It was easy to spend a day inside the electroncis tent checking out all the new gear.

Simrad

If you wanted it, it was here.

Five Should Do It

How many outboards is enough? Looks like 5.

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Birds-eye View

The view form atop Richard Branson’s Necker Belle.

Top Floor

Looking down from the top of Necker Belle. Don’t drop your phone.

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Necker Belle Vrew

The Necker Belle crew was kind enough to go aloft to shoot from up on high. Thanks guy!

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Parking Spot

Best parking spot at the boat show.

Cheoy Lee

The Cheoy Lee Alpha Series. Bold and sleek.

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Sunseeker

A top view of the Sunseeker Manhattan.

Sunpad

Who doesn’t want to lay out here?

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Sunseeker

The Sunseeker Manhattan Series is poular with cruising families, offering a wide list of standards and voluminous interiors.

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Mercedes

What goes great with your yacht? This Mercedes, naturally.

Mercedes

Gull-wing doors are just too cool.

Lotus

We’ll take the blue one. And the red one. And…

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Jet

We really liked this Falcon. It goes with anything.

Helicopter

Now this is how you leave your yacht in style.

Helipad

When you reach yachts of a certain size, a helicopter is just about standard equipment.

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In the Details

Crews meticulously prepped the yachts each day before the show opened.

Great View

Boaters passing by get a great view of the show from the water.

Perspective

You ever feel small?

Awning

The retractable awning is just a great asset for hose who want to be in the salt air without the sun beating down too much.

Go anywhere

When we saw her, we started thinking: Inside Passage?

Magnum 51

Magnum intro’d its new 51 at the show. Stay tuned for a review of the boat in a future issue of Yachting.

Kadey-Krogen galley

There’s room for lots of help in the 55’s galley.

Kadey-Krogen 55

Check out the salon layout with the cool curved stairway leading up to the bridge on the Kadey-Krogen 55.

Ocean Alexander

Ocean Alexander debuted its 100 at the show. And she was born to travel.

Princess Yachts

The Princess Yachts S72 is ready for you.

Ferretti 960

Looking for someting bigger? The chic Ferretti 960 aims to please.

Hargrave 76 Flush Deck

A must-see if you’re into custom boatbuiding is the Hargrave 76 Flush Deck.

Southport

Southport’s CC are seakindly and m,ake great fishing or day-cruising tenders. They look great, too.

Hatteras Yachts

Hatteras Yachts’ GT70 is the biggest in this series and debuted at the show. The others include a 54-, 60-, and 63-footer.

Viking 92

Got anchor? The Viking 92 does. This is some seriously functional art too.

Bravo 36

This mini-ship looking cruiser caught our eye. It’s from a new entry called Bravo and she’s 36 feet of cool.

Beneteau

This Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 is for those want the combined benefits of long-range cruisng and comfort with a little speed when you you want it.

Dyna 60

Compeitively priced with a solid fit and finish, this Dyna 60, a new import from Taiwan, caught our eye.

Hatteras Yachts

In addition to a new convertible, Hatteras Yachts offered up to new 45-foot express boats. This is the fishing version. There’s also a cruising model.