Through key industry partnerships, Port Stephens Council works to promote the region as a major tourism destination through events such as Sail Port Stephens.

The 2025 regatta generated an estimated $5.4 million dollars for the local economy and provides numerous benefits for individual benefits for local businesses to leverage their marketing dollar. Click through for more information on Port Stephens Council.

Pantaenius is a long-term supporter of Sail Port Stephens and one of the world’s leading specialist yacht and pleasure craft insurers.

Established in Europe, Pantaenius has decades of experience providing specialist yacht insurance and now supports more than 70,000 clients around the world. In Australia, Managing Director Jamie MacPhail and his team provide local service backed by 24/7 emergency support.

Jamie is a familiar face in eastern seaboard sailing circles and has a long association with Sail Port Stephens, having competed in the regatta and supported the event for 15 years.

Pantaenius offers specialist cover tailored to pleasure craft owners, including comprehensive all-risk policies and agreed fixed value cover.

The Pantaenius Australia team will be on the ground throughout Sail Port Stephens, assisting with logistics and available to provide insurance advice and support.

d’Albora Marinas Nelson Bay is situated in the idyllic blue waters of Port Stephens just two and a half hours north of the Sydney CBD. It is a favourite holiday destination, situated in the heart of the Nelson Bay CBD, and offers access to many local attractions including dolphin and whale watching cruises, dinner cruises, scuba diving, deep sea fishing charters and water adventure activities.

The Nelson Bay marina precinct also has an array of premium marine services and products including maintenance, repairs, electronics and detailing, experienced boat brokers and a superb selection of waterfront restaurants, cafes and bars, boutique retail shops and convenient takeaways.

D’Albora Marinas Nelson Bay also offer customer benefits such as seven day dockmaster assistance, access to fuel and water, black water pump out facilities, private shower and toilet amenities, wireless internet, access to Foxtel, security, ice and onsite parking.

Quality Marine Clothing (QMC) is an Australian-based shop for clothing and accessories for those with a passion for the water.

It was launched by a pair of marine enthusiasts who work in apparel, and thought offering products that were in stock, and suitable for our Asia Pacific region was a smart idea.

Their online catalogue is a collection of premium marine wear from leading suppliers of apparel and accessories. They’re happy to provide artist impressions of a range of gear, arrange all your decoration and embellishment needs, and will custom make if required.

Port Stephens Accommodation is a boutique agency providing specialist services in commercial, permanent and holiday property management in Port Stephens.  With origins starting as far back as 1980, the business has developed over the years to become one of the leading property management agencies in the region.

To their holiday guests and permanent and commercial tenants Port Stephens Accommodation provides a level of service second to none.  Holiday Guests have the ability to book online through our easy to navigate and comprehensive website, www.portstephensaccommodation.com and can be kept up to date on what’s happening in the area by subscribing to our mailing list. They offer services such as our Priority Check In, Welcome Packs, linen and equipment hire, tour information and discounted accommodation deals during different times of the year. Port Stephens Accommodation pride themselves on being available at all times to assist their commercial and permanent tenants and provide emergency maintenance services 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

Rolly Tasker Sails is renowned by sailors across the world for top quality, high performance sails at a highly competitive price. Did you know that there are more offshore yachts sailing the world with Rolly Tasker Sails than any other brand and our sails have won 37 World and Olympic medals?

Bannisters Port Stephens is an ode to the glamour days of luxury hotels from the 60s and 70s, with superb food offerings and a range of rooms designed for calm and relaxation. Surrounded by water and a natural koala habitat, it’s the perfect location for a secluded getaway.

Inseparable are the natural elements of Barbados, Mount Gay Rum and the sport of sailiong. Since day one in 1703, the water, cane and airborne yeast have combined to create its world-renowned rums.

The Seabreeze Hotel is located in the heart of Nelson Bay, just a step from D’Albora Marina and the many attractions of this pristine part of the world. It’s the perfect place to stay for a holiday with the family or business trip. Only 25 minutes drive from Newcastle Airport, and 2.5 hours north of Sydney.

Destination Port Stephens is a regional tourism organisation promoting the Port Stephens area in New South Wales, Australia. It supports local businesses, markets attractions like beaches, dolphin watching, and sand dunes, and drives visitor growth. Through campaigns, partnerships, and events, it enhances the region’s profile and contributes to the economy.