“It was a feeling of belonging,” said Helen Scarlis. “Like being part of a family”.
CAPTURE A FAVOURITE RIVIERA MOMENT AND BE IN THE DRAW TO WIN THIS FABULOUS PRIZE
We’re thrilled to announce that entries are open for our latest Riviera photo competition, and we have a fabulous prize to be awarded to the winner with a his and hers Garmin Watch set!
Already, we’ve received a great array of photos showcasing special moments aboard your Riviera luxury yachts, in beautiful locations across the globe. It’s a joy to see our Riviera family creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Set sail on a visual journey around the world, from the turquoise waters of the Bahamas to the enchanting islands of Awakiriapa Bay, New Zealand, as you explore our entries received so far.
(1) ‘Misty Sunrise’, Spencer, Hawkesbury, Australia by Philip Marina.
“Under anchor on R Marine Crawley Hawkesbury experience with the sun rising behind TARMAC.”
(2) ‘Floating on Molten Glass,’ Eleuthera, Bahamas by Stephan Maeder.
“Cruising the gin-clear waters of the Bahamas aboard Achilles. The waters the Bahamas is best known for – crystal clear and teeming with vibrant marine life.”
(3) ‘Start them young’, Port Stephens, Australia by Brad McDonell.
“My grandson wearing his Riviera hat, with my mate Nigel’s 5400 perfectly pictured in the background.”
(4) ‘Catch of the Day,’ Sandhills Moreton Island, Queensland, Australia by Jemma Breitfuss.
“Easter weekend at Moreton Island, where Lola was the cutest catch.”
(5) ‘Great Start to the Day,’ Straits of Mackinac, USA by Dan DeVisser.
“Cruising with a buddy boat through the Straits of Mackinac, the sun was too good to resist taking photos. They are so lucky to be able to enjoy these beautiful boats in the stunning northern Michigan landscape.”
(6) ‘Full Moon Rising from Awakiriapa Bay’, Waiheke Island, New Zealand by Phil Norman.
“A stunning shot of the full moon rising on a perfect evening, looking towards Rotoroa Island from Awakiriapa Bay, Waiheke Island, New Zealand.”
(7) ‘Fishing in San Blas Islands,’ Panama by Felipe De La Espriella.
“A serene fishing moment in the San Blas Islands aboard, Mikaela. The area is famous for its exceptional fishing opportunities, with abundant marine life, including tuna, snapper, and bonefish.”
(8) ‘The smallest captain’, South Bruny, Tasmania, Australia by Jason Klop.
“My 8-month-old son Luka and I cruising down the D’Entrecasteaux Channel heading for South Bruny.”
(9) ‘A Good Friday on Good Friday,’ Wedge Spit, Port Phillip Bay, Victoria, Australia by Jim Pascoe.
“A great day out sharing Rum Jungle with Jim’s sister and her family on Good Friday. The kids enjoy jumping off the boat for a swim and a bit of fishing on the way back, while the girls relax with a couple of bottles of champagne. Then it’s back to the marina for a barbecue dinner.”
(10) ‘Sunset Serenity’, Wave Break Island, Australia by Melissa Bryer.
“Riviera Raft up – Trinket 40, Realistic 48, Malolo 48 and Murphys Law 36. What a line-up!”
(11) ‘Cruising Home,’ Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts, USA by Joe Schmidt.
“A perfect morning cruising to their home port after a great vacation trip to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Joe’s wife and kids are inside getting some much-needed sleep, made easy with the smooth, quiet ride of their Riviera 40, Plane Jealous.”
(12) ‘In a dream at Rottnest Island’, Rottnest Island, Western Australia by Kyle Smith.
“Time out at Parker Point, Rottnest Island on a calm spring day. This photo highlights the emerald waters and rampart reefs surrounding the island. On this day we caught fresh crayfish, squid and whiting and enjoyed a small banquet under the stars that evening. All done on our much-loved Riviera.”
(13) ‘Sundown in Thomson’, Rottnest Island, Western Australia by Kyle Smith.
“Sundown in the bay after another epic day shared with family and friends. Photo taken during a two-week adventure to Rottnest Island during the Christmas holidays. My partner was 36 weeks pregnant and still managing to ‘waddle around’ the boat with ease. What a trooper. My 5-year-old son loves our Riviera and lists it as his favourite thing. We feel very lucky to be a part of the Riviera family.”
(14) ‘Skipper Owen’, Mount Martha, Mornington Peninsula, Australia by Kim Bremner.
“Our grandson Owen’s first day on the boat as skipper, what wonderful memories. We are so proud of him.”
(15) ‘Sun Setting After a Day of Game Fishing,’ Whangaruru Harbour, New Zealand by Stephen Morrison.
“A stunning sunset after a day of game fishing in the beautiful far north of New Zealand. It’s evenings like this that they really stop and appreciate the time spent on their boat, Euro.”
(16) ‘Family Fun,’ Port Hacking, New South Wales, Australia by Greg McConnell.
“Greg McConnell’s daughter and their pup’s first ride on their first Riviera boat, Zephyr.”
(17) ‘Australia Day Long Weekend’, Botany Bay, Sydney, Australia by Steve Zdravko.
“This photo was taken on a beautiful Australia Day long weekend. We spent the whole weekend on board and enjoyed every moment. We are proud owners of the Riviera family.”
Riviera owners – this is your exclusive invitation to capture and share the essence of life on the water. We are thrilled to announce that our photo winners could win a his and hers Garmin watch set, designed to elevate your lifestyle both on and off the water.
From the elegance of your motor yacht cutting through the swell, to the breathtaking sunsets only seen from your private deck, we’d love to see the moments that make owning a Riviera truly extraordinary. Your image could reflect the unrivalled luxury, freedom, and adventure that comes with life aboard one of the world’s finest yachts or be simply a happy snap of your friends and family enjoying the Riviera life.
The grand prize:
His – Garmin Ultimate Marine Smartwatch Quatix 7. This advanced waterproof smartwatch seamlessly integrates with Garmin chart plotters, offering autopilot control, tide data, alarms for situational awareness, and more. This watch is designed for the ultimate boating experience.
Hers – Garmin Health & Fitness GPS Smartwatch Venu 3S. This stylish and powerful waterproof smartwatch supports your health and fitness journey with over 30 built-in sports apps, animated workouts, smart connectivity, and even Garmin Pay™ for contactless payments.
How to Enter:
Over the coming months, every submitted photo will enter the competition for the chance to win the exclusive prize. The winner will be determined by our readers voting for their favourite image from the submission gallery that we will publish in our August issue. The winner will be announced in our September issue.
Terms & Conditions:
- The winner will be determined by the most votes received from readers of our Experience magazine.
- The winner will be contacted via email and must respond within 30 days. In the event that the winner does not respond, the prize will be awarded to the runner-up as determined by the readers’ choice voting process.
- This competition is not affiliated with Facebook, Instagram or any other platform. It is a Riviera exclusive promotion.
- Riviera employees, contractors, or Riviera dealership staff, are not eligible to participate.
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