san diego boat show

Safe Harbor Sunroad, San Diego | June 11 - 14, 2026

Where San Diego’s Waterfront Meets World-Class Yachting

Expanding to the West Coast | Join Us in San Diego

Catamaran Gurus is partnering with a premier San Diego–based agency as we expand our presence on the West Coast.

We’re excited to establish a base and network in one of the most beautiful boating destinations in the U.S. — while extending our expertise into charter opportunities across some of the most sought-after cruising grounds in Mexico. This expansion also marks the growth of our exclusive Bali Catamarans dealership to the West Coast.

Join us at the San Diego Boat Show. Step aboard with intention. Ask better questions. Get clear on what’s actually possible. We’ll be at the San Diego Boat Show for private consultations, guided tours, and real conversations about yacht ownership, from first steps to long-term strategy. Because the right boat is only part of the equation. How you structure ownership is what defines the experience.

boat as a business seminar

Exclusive: Live “Boat as a Business” Seminar (Before the Show)

Date & Time: TBD

Before the San Diego Boat Show begins, join Catamaran Gurus for an informative session focused on one of the most important — and often misunderstood — aspects of yacht ownership:

How to structure your yacht so it works for you

We’ll cover key considerations around ownership strategy, charter use, and how to align your boat with your financial and lifestyle goals.

Whether you’re just starting your search or actively exploring options, this session will help you approach the boat show with greater clarity and direction.

Spots are limited. Reserve your seat below.

Most Buyers Start in the Wrong Place

They start with the boat. Layouts. Specs. Price.

They walk the docks comparing features — trying to find the “right” one. But the real question isn’t which boat to choose.

It’s: How do you want your boat to work for you?

Because depending on how it’s structured, a yacht can be:

  • A pure lifestyle expense
  • A partially offset cost
  • Or part of a broader ownership strategy

The difference isn’t the boat. It’s the structure behind it.

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What You’ll Learn

Inside the Seminar

We’ll walk through:

✔ What “Boat as a Business” actually means (and what it doesn’t)
✔ The difference between passive ownership vs active business use
✔ How charter programs really work behind the scenes
✔ What impacts tax strategy, depreciation, and compliance
✔ The biggest mistakes we see buyers make

And most importantly:

How to align your boat with your lifestyle and financial goals

Tax Advantages & Bonus Depreciation

The right ownership structure may allow qualifying buyers to leverage powerful tools like:

  • 100% Bonus Depreciation
  • Section 179 Benefits
  • Operational expense deductions
  • Strategies to help offset ordinary income

We’ll walk you through how these programs work, what qualifies, and what pitfalls to avoid.

Independent. Experienced. Strategy-First.

At Catamaran Gurus, we don’t start with boats.

We start with:

  • Your goals
  • Your usage
  • Your financial strategy

Then we guide you toward:

  • The right model
  • The right ownership structure
  • The right long-term plan

This is why our clients don’t just buy boats —
they move forward with clarity and confidence.

Meet Us at the San Diego Boat Show

After the seminar, continue the conversation in person.

✔ Step aboard featured catamarans
✔ Compare layouts and models side-by-side
✔ Get personalized guidance based on your goals
✔ Skip the overwhelm and focus on what actually fits

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

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Estelle Cockcroft Catamaran Guru Co-Founder
Estelle Cockcroft is a seasoned sailor, catamaran expert, and co-founder of Catamaran Guru. With over 70,000 NM sailed and 30+ years aboard, she empowers new cruisers with expert advice on liveaboard life, yacht ownership, and ocean adventures.

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