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St. Petersburg, FL | Jan 15 - 18, 2026

Explore Catamarans, Charter Programs & Tax-Smart Ownership Solutions

Meet with our Gurus. See the Models. Learn the Strategy. Start Your Journey.

Join Catamaran Gurus at the St. Petersburg Boat Show for an exclusive opportunity to explore today’s most exciting catamarans and to learn how smart yacht ownership can work for you. Whether you’re comparing models, researching charter programs, or evaluating tax-advantaged ownership structures, our live-aboard experienced team is here to guide you.

YOT Power Catamarans Booth

Explore the full lifestyle-forward lineup that’s turning heads in modern power cruising.

On Display: YOT 36

Come experience the sleek, stylish, and impressively spacious YOT 36 Power Catamaran — a new wave in modern power-cat design. Learn why YOT models are turning heads with their craftsmanship, performance, and turnkey owner experience.

YOT Configurator

Build your own Yot! With just a few clicks, it allows owners to visualize their boat. You choose the model, the engines, and other fun options like entertainment system, interior colors, swim platform, etc. and…voila! You get to see what your YOT will look like!

Learn how YOT blends smart design, outboard efficiency, and bold aesthetics in a sleek, easy-to-own platform.

Bali Catamarans Booth

On Display: Bali Catspace


Step aboard the innovative Bali Catspace Catamaran, known for its surprising volume, forward cockpit, signature garage door, and effortless indoor–outdoor flow. We’ll walk you through design benefits, layout options, and how Bali models perform in both private and charter ownership.

What You Can Explore With Us

Charter Management Programs

We offer curated, fully vetted charter management programs designed to fit your lifestyle, cruising goals, and financial objectives. Explore options for private use, income production, or a hybrid approach that keeps your yacht working for you.

Yacht Business Ownership Solutions

Considering putting your yacht into a true business structure?
We’ll help you understand:

  • What qualifies as an active yacht business

  • How to comply with IRS requirements

  • How to structure operations, marketing, and record-keeping

  • What’s realistic in terms of expenses and revenue

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.

Meet Our Team and Learn

Bali Catamarans & Charter Management Q&A

Or simply chat about boats! We love “talking” boats!

Make an Appointment

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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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