I sometimes like to travel quite a ways for a regatta. I like to go to regatta's that are great in a lot of different ways that make it worth the trip. So what are some of your favorite regattas?

A couple of rules... You are not allowed to pick your local club regatta no matter how great it is. No one-time regattas. They have to be an annual event that has happened for at least three years.

Things that impact my decision in order of importance to me:
1. Location - Close/far from me. Sandy beaches a plus. Warm weather in the winter months. Size of body of water.
2. Race Committee - Solid RC with good courses.
3. Level of competition found at regatta.
4. Friendliness of folks at the regatta whether they be RC or competitors or helpers.
5. On site facilities. Bar, Bathroom, Shower, Camping, ....
6. Good value for the regatta fee. I never like to go to regattas that it seems like they are trying to turn a profit.
7. Launching facilities

Some of my favorites:
1. Racine, WI.
2. Tradewinds (Keys).
3. Steeplechase (Keys).
4. Midwinters East (Pensacola, FL)