The 2011 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, which in in its 52nd year will take place from October 27-31, 2011 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the “Yachting Capital of the World”. A wide variety of boats and vessels will be on display including an extraordinary range of motor yachts, sailing yachts and mega yachts. There will be approximately 200 superyachts on display this year’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show which covers six locations and over 3 million square feet of space.
Below is a summary of the top ten largest superyachts that will be at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2011.
Charter yacht Northern Star – Lurssen (2009) Length: 248′
Superyacht Northern Star - Credit Motor yacht Northern Star
Motor yacht Northern Star is one of the largest yachts on the charter market measuring 75.40m (247.37′). This Lurssen motor yacht was built in 2009 and was designed by Espen Oeino to handle worldwide cruises in all climates with limited port stops. Northern Star motor yacht can comfortably accommodate 12 guests in six luxurious cabins with a crew of 22 trained professionals. Her interior, designed by Pauline Nunns boasts a grand country house-like feeling. She boasts massive outdoor spaces across her six decks, providing plenty of space to charter guests to enjoy the outdoors.
The impressive luxury motor yacht Northern Star also boasts advanced sound and vibration features that ensure quiet running of the yacht and an ice-strengthened hull design and stabilizing system that allow for extreme comfort while running and at anchor. Northern Star’s top speed reaches 18 knots and can cruise comfortably at 15 knots. Her extensive array of yacht charter toys are also sure to impress.
Motor yacht Laurel – Delta – (2006) Length: 240′
Superyacht Laurel by Delta Marine
Luxury yacht LAUREL is a superyacht built by Delta Marine in 2006. Measuring 73,20m (240′ 1″), at the time of her launching in 2006, M/Y LAUREL was the largest yacht ever to be produced by Delta Shipyards and was also the largest yacht constructed in America since 1921. She was the first large yacht built in the world to have an entirely composite superstructure from the main deck up providing significant weight savings.
Mega yacht LAUREL was designed by Donald Starkey Design and features naval architecture and marine engineering by the Delta Design Group. The yacht has a striking exterior profile with fine entry and a gracefully shaped stern, combining chrome between her white superstructure and Royal Blue hull.
Yacht Laurel’s design boasts a clever combination of communal and intimate spaces both on the exterior and interior of the yacht making this large mega yacht still feel like a home to those who are lucky enough to charter her. The use of exotic woods, textures and glass create a comfortable yet extremely graceful atmosphere. Charter yacht Laurel has a master suite located on the main deck and 6 luxurious suites on the lower deck. Being a charter yacht she is able to accommodate a maximum of 12 guests. Her huge exterior spaces
The latest technology including a world-class entertainment system and 1200 point alarm and monitoring system is also integrated into this spectacular yacht, as well as a fine selection of water sport toys and amenities.
Superyacht Kismet – Lurssen (2007) Length: 223′
Superyacht Kismet - Credit Lurrsen
Motor yacht Kismet is a 67.92m (222′ 10″) charter yacht built in 2007 by Lurssen. This impressive motor yacht features Naval Architedcture by Espen Oeino and Interior Design by Reymond Langton Design. The Art Deco inspired superyacht Kismet was built to an extremely high standard and is a well know charter yacht with a great reputation, available in both the Caribbean and Mediterranean.
Motor yacht Kismet was designed for a passionate art-collector. Among the artistic highlights onboard is a main-deck lobby where black granite floors, a mirrored ceiling and central glass elevator create an impressive masterpiece. There are numerous social and entertaining areas on superyacht Kismet, including the Spa Pool deck with a barbeque and the open-air bed with reading lights for evening lounging. The main salon features a cinema lounge with drop-down screen and electrically operated sofas alongside a grand piano and semicircular bar.
The formal dining room is located on the bridge deck and features a large mahogany table that can seat 18 charter guests and can also be used as a conference table with its inclusion of power sockets in the woodwork. Further aft is a dance floor with overhead LED, strobe lighting and a bar for hosting parties. The upper-deck of this luxury yacht houses the gym, steam room, and a beach-style lounge.
Superyacht Kismet is able to accommodate up to 12 charter guests in 6 beautifully decorated staterooms. With a dedicated crew of 18, she is an excellent charter yacht for luxury vacations.
Motor yacht Allure Shadow – Shadow Marine (2007) Length: 220′
ALLURE SHADOW - Profile - Shadow Marine
The 67.06m (220′) Allure Shadow motor yacht is a luxury superyacht support vessel by Shadow Marine and is the only yacht of her kind exhibiting at this year’s Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show.
M/Y Allure Shadow is the perfect yacht to carry sports cars, helicopters, tenders, water sport toys and extra staff that cannot fit onto the mothership luxury charter yacht. Allure Shadow however, is also a luxury yacht in her own right and could also be used independently of another yacht.
The ALLURE yacht is a purpose built “sport utility vessel” accommodating 12 guests in first class cruise ship style. The 6 guest staterooms are inviting and spacious-each with its own private balcony. Large oval windows on the main, accommodation and skylounge decks offer fantastic vistas.
She is helicopter capable and especially suited for commercial filming/documentaries or the dockside display of cars, boats, etc.
On the motor yacht Allure it is possible to entertain large groups dockside on either the helicopter landing deck or in the climate controlled, 2 story hangar-complete with raised DJ balcony, sound system and mirrored disco ball to create the perfect festive setting!
Sailing yacht Felicita West – Perini Navi Ketch (2003) Length: 210′
Sailing yacht Felicita West - Perini Navi Ketch
Luxury sailing yacht Felicita West was built in 2003 by Perini Navi with naval architect Ron Holland, and Nuvolari Lenard interior designers. Yacht Felicita West is one of the largest and fastest aluminum sailing yachts in the world and she is available for charter throughout the Mediterranean and Caribbean.
Yacht Felicita West measures an impressive 64m or 209’11” and offers a superb sailing, capable of high hull speeds under sail while offering the highest levels of luxury and comfort. Her generously wide beam of 12.7m or 41’72” means she provides very spacious internal volume, sweeping decks (and side decks) and a very stable cruising motion.
S/Y Felicita West’s fly bridge is also very large and a full 12 charter guests can sit, relax, eat, enjoy the view and be entertained in either sun or shade. This deck includes a second alfresco dining area and bar. Guests tend to enjoy most alfresco meals in the fantastic dining area in the shaded sunken aft cockpit where the professional crew transforms the scene from informal breakfast through buffet lunch to a sumptuous dinner.
The style and comfort continues indoors with endless spaces for entertaining or relaxing in privacy. Her interior décor is warm, homely and very comfortable and no doubt guests will feel immediately at ease on this magnificent charter yacht.
A large swimming platform can fold down from her aft deck giving great water access or a landing for the yacht’s jet tenders or small sail boats.
Yacht Unbridled – Trinity – (2009) – Length: 191′
Motor yacht Unbridled
Motor yacht UNBRIDLED is a 58,20m (190′ 11″) superyacht, built by Trinity Yachts in 2009. M/Y UNBRIDLED cruises in the Mediterranean and can accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 cabins.
The yacht Unbrdidled features exterior styling by Geoff Van Aller and interior design by Patrick Knowles. M/Y Unbridled has an aluminium hull and superstructure and is a spacious yacht with a beam of 10.40m (34.12ft), she has a 2.80m (9.19ft) draft and 3 spans decks.
This displacement yacht Unbridled boasts an ultra-modern stabilization system which reduces roll motion effect, resulting in a smoother more enjoyable cruising experience for her charter guests. Unbridled was built to comply with MCA and ABS standards.
Superyacht Mi Sueno – Trinity Motor Yacht – (2010) Length: 190′
Superyacht Mi Sueno Exterior - Photo Courtesy of Patrick Knowles Designs.
Motor yacht Mi Sueno is a 57.92m (190′) superyacht built by Trinity Yachts in 2010. Yacht Mi Sueno represents a modern combination of the latest marine technology and exquisite styling. The 58 metre MI SUENO motor yacht can accommodate up to 10 guests in five beautifully luxurious staterooms and has the added benefit of handicap access. Interior design of the Mi Sueno luxury motor yacht was designed by Patrick Knowles.
Luxury charter yacht Mi Sueno’s efficient hull designs, propulsion and stabilising systems for the best performance, seaworthiness and structural integrity; noise and vibration reducing materials for a maximum comfort or sophisticated engineering systems such as fresh air replenishment and black and grey water treatments are some of the results of Trinity Yachts Engineering excellence.
Motor yacht EXCELLENCE III – Abeking & Rasmussen – (2001) Length: 188′
Motor yacht EXCELLENCE III - Abeking & Rasmussen
Luxury motor yacht Excellence III is a 57.30m (187′ 11″) charter yacht built in 2001 by Abeking & Rasmussen. The luxury superyacht is well known in the charter industry and is able to accommodate up to 12 guests. M/Y Excellence III features Interior Design by Donald Starky and boasts an interior which utilises a luxurious blend of mahogany woodwork which has been complemented expertly by some lovely myrtle and honey onyx.
Yacht Excellence III can sleep 12 charter guests in her four king-sized cabins and two additional cabins. This luxury charter yacht features a comprehensive selection of water toys and internal entertainment including, a gymnasium, and a sky lounge which converts to a movie theatre with excellent surround sound. The yacht was built and designed to the latest of Lloyds SSC and also MCA standards.
Superyacht Four Aces – Benetti Motor Yacht – (2005/08) Length: 183′
Superyacht Four Aces - Benetti Motor Yacht
Charter yacht FOUR ACES (previously Allegro) is a 55.78m (183′) Benetti superyacht built in 2005 with interior design by Francois Zuretti and naval architecture by Stefano Natucci.
Yacht FOUR ACES is a beamy and high volume motor yacht that provides large outdoor dining areas and a superb sundeck with sunbathing areas and a spa pool. She was refitted and renewed in 2008 the mega yacht has a stylish interior design with quality wooden trim, and large aft swimming deck, zero speed stabilisers and a gym.
Superyacht FOUR ACES accommodates up to 12 charter guests overnight in 5 double and one twin cabin and she is available for luxury yacht charters in the Mediterranean and Caribbean seas.
M/Y Harbour Island – Newcastle Motor Yacht (2011) Length: 180′
54.9m (180’) motor yacht Harbour Island launched by Newcastle Shipyards
Luxury motor yacht Harbour Island’, measures 54.87m (180′) in length and launched in 2010, built by Newcastle Shipyard. This Newcastle 5500 yacht features interior design created by Claudette Bonville, with naval architecture is by Murray & Associates. The ‘Harbour Island’ superyacht is a large full displacement steel luxury yacht which is one the 10 largest private yachts built in the United States of America over the past 50 years.
One of the very unique features onboard motor yacht Harbour Island is her generous infinity pool which is positioned on the split level sundeck facing aft towards the water. She also boasts a raised “veranda” on her main aft deck and on her sky lounge aft deck is an expansive built in custom seating aft of the alfresco dining area.
M/Y Harbour Island is able to accommodate 12 yacht charter guests overnight, in 6 staterooms, in a two king master suite format. The two king masters are located on the vessel’s main deck and she also has a sky lounge deck, to forward, as well as a VIP king guest suite situated on the lower deck.
Contact the CharterWorld team here for further information in the luxury charter yachts described above.
