Events
FLIBS 2025: Highlights, Superyachts and a Glimpse at the Future
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2025 is Off the Hook and On the Radar with Luxury, Adventure and Hands-On Experiences.
October 29th – November 2, 2025
Fort Lauderdale sparkled with horsepower, luxury, and Florida sun as the 66th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show returned from October 29 through November 2. Known as the world’s largest in-water boat show, FLIBS sprawled across seven locations from Superyacht Village at Pier South to Bahia Mar and debuted the newly reimagined Pier Sixty-Six Hotel and Marina. The reopening of Pier Sixty-Six marked the show’s 66th anniversary with a fully occupied marina and vessels that impressed with size, design, and innovation.
Pier Sixty-Six and Superyacht Spectacle
The Pier Sixty-Six Marina offered visitors a front-row seat to some of the world’s most luxurious vessels. Superyacht Village returned in style, with massive yachts, custom tenders, and elegant hospitality. Walking from one vessel to the next felt like stepping into a floating gallery where technology, craftsmanship, and opulence met at every deck.

FLIBS. Photo Credit: Informa Markets
Windward VIP Experience
This year the Windward VIP Experience expanded to include a second location at Hall of Fame Marina, offering a cabana club with shaded seating, light bites, and uninterrupted views of the water. VIP guests enjoyed premium food and drinks, early access to Superyacht Village, and curated luxury experiences that elevated the show to a whole new level of indulgence.
Family and Community Programming
FLIBS offered plenty for newcomers and families. Seminars focused on women in boating, kids’ fishing clinics, and Boating to the Bahamas sessions at the Broward County Convention Center created interactive experiences that were educational and fun. The Convention Center also served as the hub for shuttles, water taxis, and golf carts that connected all show locations, making it easy to explore the sprawling event.
FLIBS Spotlight: Lightship’s Fully Electric RV

Not everything at FLIBS floats. One of the most talked-about attractions was Lightship’s fully electric RV. Based in Broomfield, Colorado, this 27-foot pop-up vehicle runs entirely on electricity, with solar panels generating 1.8 kilowatts and a 77-kilowatt battery pack powering all systems. A rear-axle propulsion system assists while driving, and charging at an NACS supercharger takes just 48 minutes. Depending on usage, the RV can stay off-grid for five to ten days.

Inside, it feels surprisingly luxurious. The RV has a full kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and freezer. The front area converts into a queen-size bed, while a full bathroom completes the setup. Wraparound windows provide nearly 280 degrees of views, connecting occupants with the outdoors. Lightship is showcasing this RV at events like FLIBS and soon the LA Auto Show, offering a glimpse into the future of self-contained electric travel.

Gear, Gadgets, and Waterborne Drama
From cutting-edge helm electronics to compact electric outboards, the show had something for every type of boater. Sea trials and launches brought real-time excitement, while brokers, captains, and enthusiasts traded insights along the docks. Smaller builders stood out with clever demos and hands-on experiences, proving that boutique craftsmanship can leave just as lasting an impression as mega-yachts.

Crowd, Culture, and Commerce
FLIBS blends trade, lifestyle, and entertainment. Attendees ranged from buyers hunting for their next vessel to locals and design enthusiasts curious about maritime trends. Despite its polished and professional atmosphere, the event kept a breezy South Florida energy with sunglasses, coffee breaks, and conversations on the docks.
Why You Should Go
Whether you want to explore cutting-edge marine technology, experience luxury vessels up close, or simply enjoy a weekend immersed in maritime culture, FLIBS offers it all. From intimate boat demos to extravagant superyachts and innovative highlights like Lightship’s electric RV, the show gives every visitor a chance to see the future of boating and travel.
Final Take
FLIBS 2025 proved that after 66 years, the show continues to set the standard. With the Pier Sixty-Six reopening, expanded VIP experiences, engaging family programs, and glimpses of sustainable innovation, it reminded everyone why Fort Lauderdale is the yachting capital of the world. The event is not just about boats. It’s about horsepower, high design, human ingenuity, and the thrill of maritime adventure all in one place.
Returns October 28 to November 1, 2026
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Luli Fama celebrates its Paradise Found Cruise ’27 swimwear and resortwear collection with a luxury Miami launch at its Dadeland Mall boutique.
August 20, 2026
Miami swimwear favorite Luli Fama is stepping into Cruise ’27 with Paradise Found, a new swimwear and resortwear collection inspired by tropical escapes, exotic prints and effortless vacation glamour.
South Florida Insider has already taken a closer look at the Luli Fama Paradise Found collection, and it feels made for Miami.
The new Cruise ’27 collection combines the bold, body-confident swimwear Luli Fama is known for with elevated resort pieces designed to move effortlessly from the beach and pool to cocktails and dinner.
On Thursday, August 20, Luli Fama will celebrate Paradise Found with an exclusive evening at its newest Dadeland Mall boutique in Miami, complete with fashion, light bites, personalized surprises, and a luxe espresso martini bar.
Inside Luli Fama’s Paradise Found Cruise ’27 Collection
Paradise Found is inspired by the feeling of discovering a hidden tropical retreat.
Think lush landscapes, warm golden hour light, exotic patterns, and silhouettes made for somewhere beautiful.
The collection features Luli Fama signatures, including flattering ruched details, seamless construction, adjustable fits, and statement swimwear, alongside an expanded selection of resortwear.
We especially love the pieces that blur the line between swim and ready-to-wear.
Flowing dresses, sleek coverups, and body-skimming silhouettes make it easy to transition from a sun-drenched afternoon to an evening out without losing that relaxed resort feeling.
It is sensual, polished, and unmistakably Miami.
Luli Fama Brings Luxury Resort Style to Miami
There is a reason Paradise Found feels so natural in South Florida.
In Miami, resortwear is not reserved for vacation.
A swimsuit can become part of an outfit. A coverup can take you to lunch. A flowing resort dress can carry you from an afternoon by the water straight into cocktails and dinner.
Luli Fama has always understood that lifestyle.
Paradise Found takes it a step further, creating a Cruise ’27 wardrobe that feels as appropriate for a tropical getaway as it does for a weekend in Miami.
The campaign captures that mood beautifully, pairing the collection with palms, lush greenery, tropical architecture and the kind of sun soaked setting that makes you want to extend your vacation indefinitely.
Paradise Found Comes to Luli Fama at Dadeland Mall
Luli Fama will bring the world of Paradise Found to life on Thursday, August 20 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at its newest boutique at Dadeland Mall in Miami.
The intimate celebration will bring together invited guests, influencers, celebrities and media for an early look at Cruise ’27.
Luli Fama is also dressing invited guests in pieces from the brand, allowing the new collection to be experienced the way it was designed to be worn: in motion, styled and out for the evening.
Luli After Hours Espresso Martini Bar
Fashion is only part of the experience.
For the Paradise Found celebration, Luli Fama is introducing Luli After Hours, an Espresso Martini Bar inspired by the glamour of the collection.
Guests will be able to sip three specialty espresso martinis created for the evening.
The Luli Babe puts a polished spin on the classic espresso martini, while Golden Hour pairs salted caramel with edible gold shimmer. Miami After Dark takes a richer approach with chocolate hazelnut and a cocoa dust finish.
Along with cocktails, guests can expect light bites, curated details and a special personalized surprise.
The result feels less like a traditional retail event and more like checking into a private resort for the evening.
A Miami Swimwear Brand Celebrates at Home
For a brand with such a strong connection to South Florida, launching Paradise Found in Miami feels especially fitting.
Luli Fama has built its identity around colorful, confident swimwear and resort fashion with a distinctly tropical point of view.
Paradise Found carries that identity into Cruise ’27 while giving it a more elevated, escapist mood.
And with Luli Fama’s newest boutique now at Dadeland Mall, Miami shoppers have another destination to experience the brand in person.
After getting our own closer look at Luli Fama’s Paradise Found Cruise ’27 collection, we can safely say the name fits.
Paradise has officially been found, and this time, it is in Miami.
Check out the collection HERE
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