Those of us who spend our winters in chilly northern Europe have a warm heart for the Dubai International Boat Show for obvious reasons. And whether you'll be joining the Van der Valk team in escaping to the sun this March or already live in the Middle East, we have some treats in store for you at this premium lifestyle event.

Make a beeline for berth A-A19 where we'll be showcasing the BeachClub 660 Flybridge yacht Alvali. From her lovely exterior lines to a plethora of al fresco pleasures, this 20.50-metre beauty encapsulates the renowned Van der Valk qualities of design, construction, performance and comfort. Her metallic paint livery is sure to glisten in the Dubai rays and we look forward to giving you a tour of the first-class interior and the technical assets that give Alvali a top speed of 26 knots.

This first major yacht show of the year is will a great place to meet face to face again without a screen and share news of other innovations such as the Meteor platform, which would be an ideal weekender for locations like the UAE. You might also wish to discuss your plans for a custom motoryacht between 20 and 35 metres. Let us know if you'd like to make an appointment in advance and we hope to see you in Dubai from 9 to 13 March.