Luxury Yachts Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

What is a luxury yacht? Luxury Yachts as a term generally mean private boats of ...

Luxury Yachts Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

What is a luxury yacht? Luxury Yachts as a term generally mean private boats of more than 22m or 80 feet in length, built with the aim of providing their owners and guests with ultimate luxury and comfort during their entire stay on board. Sailing yachts, motor yachts, catamarans, trimarans, gullets, superyachts, mega yachts, giga yachts, classic yachts or modern yachts with state-of-the-art amenities, technology and design all fall under the category of ‘luxury yachts’. There are numerous luxury yacht builders, designers, naval architects, interior designers, lighting designers, various product suppliers and service supplies in the industry specialising in luxury yachts, offering the highest possible standard of their services and assistance to future owners and managers of these vessels. View more on yacht builders and designers here.

Some owners prefer to keep their privacy and use their yachts for private holidays with family, friends, business partners and colleagues. Others, offer their vessels for luxury yacht charter around various destinations in the world. Two of the most important destinations from yacht rental point of view are the Mediterranean (mainly in the summer) and the Caribbean (during the Northern Hemisphere’s winter months). Other important luxury yacht charter destinations include the South Pacific, Asia, Northern Europe, with remote destinations such as Antarctica and Pacific North West being increasingly sought-after by adventure-seeking yacht charter clients.

Luxury yachts offer deluxe and luxurious accommodation in cabins, with en suite bathrooms, the finest in furnishing and linens, latest in technology, air-conditioning and various other comforts expected of these boats. There is usually one or more saloons available for entertainment, socialising and relaxation, as well as numerous dining options, including al fresco dining possibilities. Exterior deck areas tend to offer plenty of space for sunbathing, with larger yachts fitted with the very popular Jacuzzi spa or even a large swimming pool. All luxury yachts have a selection of various water toys at guests’ disposal for in-water entertainment and fun.
Below you will find the latest news and articles from the world of luxury yachts, and if you are interested in chartering one of these, don’t hesitate to contact our team of brokers here.

Asia Superyacht Rendezvous 2012: Day 1

December 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Situated in a fascinating Asian yacht charter destination - Phuket in Thailand, Angsana Laguna hosted the first day of the prestigious Asia Superyacht Rendezvous, marked by the opening cocktail party aboard charter yacht Silolona. ... read full story

Images of the Rupert 80 superyacht under construction at Rupert Marine

December 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Swedish builder, Rupert Marine, is presently working on its splenid Rupert 80 superyacht, boasting lovely interior by Nauta Design. The works on Rupert 80 are progressing as planned. ... read full story

Images of the new 19ft Rupert custom yacht tender for Wally Ace superyacht KANGA

December 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The splendid 19-foot Rupert custom yacht tender has been developed for the Wally Ace superyacht Kanga by Wally. It is powered by a Volvo Penta D3-220 engine. ... read full story

New motor yacht 335 Sportfish concept by Bakewell-White Yacht Design Ltd.

December 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of the latest designs developed by the NZ design firm Bakewell-White Yacht Design Ltd. represents the splendid 335 Sportfish superyacht concept, featuring a hidden tender stowage in the foredeck. ... read full story

Rene van der Velden designed 39m Alloy superyacht CaryAli

December 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 39 meters in LOA, CaryAli superyacht is a breathtaking expedition cruiser, launched by the prestigious NZ manufacturer Alloy Yachts in October. Designed by Rene van der Velden, CaryAli boasts beautiful interiors, created by Redman Whiteley Dixon. ... read full story

Hull and superstructure of the 50m Heesen motor yacht Project AZURO (YN 16650) joined together

December 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The hull and superstructure of the 50m Heesen superyacht Project Azuro (YN 16650) have been recently joined together. Due to be delivered in spring 2014, Project Azuro's beautiful interiors, designed by renowned Francesco Pazskowski, will comfortably sleep up to 10 guests. ... read full story

Yachtsman of the Year award for Igor Simcic

December 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Yachtsman of the Year trophy went to Igor Simčič, founder of the Esimit Europa yacht project, during the Yacht Club de Monaco 2012 Awards prize giving ceremony. ... read full story

Traditional winter cocktail for the Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) members

December 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) hosted its traditional winter cocktail. During the event, HSH Prince Albert II, the Club's President, presented the Trophée Crédit Suisse YCM Awards 2012, won by Igor Simcic on sailing yacht Esimit Europa II for the numerous records he set. ... read full story

Kusch Yacht Bau launches the hull of the 101m megayacht V853 project by Vega Yachts

December 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The German shipyard, Kusch Yachts, launched the hull of the 101m Vega Yachts V853 superyacht project, yesterday. The dramatically beautiful V853 will comfortably accommodate a number of 24 guests. ... read full story

Great success for the McConaghy built maxi yachts ICAP Leopard 3, Wild Oats X & XI and Esimit Europa

December 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful period for the McConaghy constructed luxury vessels, including charter yacht ICAP Leopard 3, Wild Oats X & XI yacht as well as Esimit Europa 2 superyacht. ... read full story

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