Programme 2026
Five days of exceptional events, seminars, networking, and yacht charter experiences
Daily Schedule
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6th of May, 2026
Mooring of the yachts
ShowcaseHanding over Exhibitors' stands
ShowcasePre-Registration at the reception desk
RegistrationCaptains briefing at Seminar Boat
NetworkingSeminars
Expert-led sessions covering the latest trends, insights, and innovations in yacht charter industry
Seminar 1 Destination, Türkiye
Venue and Speaker TBN
Seminar 2 - Will There be Sufficient Mooring and Berthing for All Yachts by 2050?
Venue and topic TBN
Speaker
H Serhan Cengiz, TYBA President
Seminar 3,'Maintenance & Drydocking Facilities in Türkiye'
Venue and Speaker TBN
Speaker
Tersan Shipyard
Seminar 4 - Anatolia – Asia Minor Grapes and Wine Making History
Speaker
Venue and Speaker TBN
2026 Chefs' Competition
Watch the finest yacht chefs compete in this prestigious culinary championship showcasing world-class gastronomy
THE CHALLENGE
Food fusion has existed since the beginning of time. In line with this year's theme "East Meets West", we invite our talented chefs to create dishes that bridge culinary traditions.
Some Ideas to inspire our participating chefs include:
- Kunife with Camembert cheese sprinkled with macha tea
- Levrek Wellington with mushrooms in a pastry wrap
- Soft Taco with marinated spiced meat/chicken/fish
Judging will be based on originality, technical difficulty, presentation, hygiene, and flavor.
Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place, along with an honorable mention and a special awards for the Most Welcoming Crew and Best Table Setting.
BEST COCKTAIL COMPETITION
This will be the Second Best Cocktail Competition of TYBA Yacht Charter Show.
Preparation Time
Allow competitors time to plan their cocktails, select ingredients, and set up their stations.
Mixing Stage
Provide fully stocked bars with a variety of spirits, mixers, fruits, and garnishes.
Presentation
Each competitor presents their cocktail to the judges, explaining the concept, ingredients, and inspiration.
JUDGING CRITERIA
Creativity
How innovative and original is the cocktail concept and execution?
Adherence to Theme
Does the cocktail effectively meet the specified theme or requirement?
Flavor Profile
Are the flavors well-balanced and harmonious? Does the cocktail showcase unique and interesting flavor combinations?
Presentation
Is the cocktail visually appealing? Does the presentation enhance the overall experience?
Execution
How well-crafted is the cocktail? Are the ingredients properly measured and mixed?
Competition Schedule
Competition Highlights
World-class culinary excellence on display
20+ Professional Yacht Chefs
International Cuisine Showcase
Celebrity Chef Judges Panel
Live Cooking Demonstrations
Prize Awards Ceremony