The regattas draw competitors who bring in very expensive boats along with crews who stay in downtown hotels, patronize local bars and restaurants, and support the area’s marine businesses. Frank Hefner at the College of Charleston estimates that Charleston Race Week regatta brings in $2 million of direct spending over five days. The National Sailing Hall of Fame recently held its second induction ceremony out at West End, a clear signal of the area’s potential prominence on the nation’s regatta roster.
Frank Hefner at the College of Charleston estimates that Charleston Race Week regatta brings in $2 million dollars of direct spending over five days. The National Sailing Hall of Fame recently held its second induction ceremony out at West End, a clear signal of the area’s potential prominence on the nation’s regatta roster.
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