First staged in Havana, Cuba in 1927, the event was born out of sunshine, sailing, and Bacardi’s desire to blend sport with social connection. It’s been hosted in Miami since 1962, but the spirit—pun fully intended—remains true to its Caribbean roots: warm water, warm people, and razor-sharp racing. This is Star Class country, and don’t let the elegant lines of those two-man keelboats fool you—the competition is fierce. Year after year, the world’s sailing elite converge on Biscayne Bay: America’s Cup legends, Olympic medallists, Volvo Ocean Race heroes, and world champions all line up alongside die-hard amateurs and weekend warriors.