Sponsors

De Wilgen Vastgoed, Main Sponsor of the Golden Rock Regatta from it's inception, designs, develops and builds medium to large property developments in the public and private sector.
The realization of complex inner city projects has become it's specialty. As project developers, with in-house design and engineering capabilities, De Wilgen Vastgoed specializes in the management, control and exploitation of the properties under their control.

The island of St. Eustatius lies in the Leeward island group and together with Saba and Bonaire plan to leave the Dutch Antilles to revert back to full Dutch control with municipal powers. The 21 km2 island is dominated by the "Quill", a 600 meter dormant volcano on the South-East side and has a population of some 3.300 souls. Statia, as the island is locally known, is both a botanical paradise and a popular destination for Scuba fanatics. The friendly inhabitants, authentic Caribbean atmosphere and tropical climate make a visit worthwhile.

The products and services offered by WIB are highly appreciated, as for the 5th year running, the reader's survey of the "Daily Herald" voted WIB as being "The Best Bank". WIB's is committed to serving the community since 1960 having donated a total of NAF 407.000 to numerous institutions, foundations and organizations involved in social, cultural and youth activities. Consequently WIB is proud to support the Golden Rock Regatta Foundation in it's striving to increase Tourism to the region and Statia in particular.

Presidente Cerveza is an icon of the Dominican Republic since its creation in 1935. It is the beer people think of when they think of this island in the Caribbean. It is always served cold, very cold (best served at -2° C) which is why it has the nick name "vestida de la novia" (dress of the bride) because of the coating of white frost covering the bottle. Enter any establishment and ask for a beer or a bien fria (cold beer) you will automatically be given a Presidente in the green bottle.

Situated in Philipsburg between the historical Pasanggrahan Hotel and the St. Rose Arcade right on the Boardwalk on Great Bay Beach. The St. Rose Bar is a "Crew Friendly" bar and is frequented by crews from the 12 meter regatta, Golden Eagle, Lord Sheffield, Dive Safaris and by Cruise Ship and Mega Yacht crews. They come for the great food and welcoming service! On Fridays the house-band rocks with numerous old favorites. Drop in and experience the gorgeous sunsets from the relaxing patio while sipping your favorite drink!

With more than 25 years experience in successfully developing and realizing creative concepts for marketing-communications, Henk Ligthart has been involved with promoting the Golden Rock Regatta from the beginning. Ligthart Communication creates cross-media communication concepts, utilizing all possible medias. From brochure or printed advertising campaigns to direct mail, website, webshop, interactive presentations, RTV-commercials, exhibitions etc. For the most distinctive and effective marketing-communications.

 

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Windward Adventures has some 20 years experience in Regatta Charters specializing in the Caribbean and bringing some 500 sailors annually to compete in regattas from Grenada to Puerto Rico. The Golden Rock Regatta is a Windward Adventures initiative. A number of yachts  are on offer for charter from thoroughbreds like the 61ft Nix. the Classic Yacht Kate to a large selection of bareboat yachts from Moorings, Sunsail and other yacht charter companies.

Latest News

  • The Golden Rock grows up!

    The Golden Rock grows up! Last November 2011 the 7th annual Golden Rock Regatta took place between the islands of St. Maarten, St. Barths and St. Eustatius.
    During a small ceremony in the “Bottoms Up” restaurant, foundation chairman Juul Hermsen was handed the official CSA flag by Petra Gilders, club manager of the St. Maarten Yacht Club. She was welcoming the Golden Rock Regatta as a new member of the Caribbean Sailing Association.
    The event took place in ideal sailing weather and the competition was tight as can be seen by the protests (three!) handed to the race committee! A first time in 7 years showing that the event is growing-up.


  • Sailing Magazine to cover the GRR 2012

    Sailing Magazine to cover the GRR 2012

    We are happy to announce that the well known yachting photographer, Bob Grieser, has been invited to cover next year's Golden Rock Regatta. He will be joined by Betsy Crowfoot, contributing editor of Sailing Magazine  and together they will produce a 6 - 8 page spread of the regatta. Due to unforseen circumstances Bob will not be able to join us this year however he has assured us to be at the start in 2012!

     

    Both Bob and Betsy are well known faces on St. Maarten and Bob has been photographing the Heineken Regatta for about 20 years now. They are putting together a sailing team and will take part in the regatta giving them a personal slant on our event. We hope they enjoy the week with us and look forward to their article.

     

    Juul Hermsen.