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.

New Cheoy Lee luxury yachts on display at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale Boat Show

October 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Fort Lauderdale Boat Show will boast four new luxury models by Cheoy Lee, including Alpha 76 Express yacht, Alpha 76 Flybridge Express yacht, motor yacht Bravo 88 as well as the 151' Marco Polo superyacht MAZU. The yard is currently working on the latest Alpha 87 Express Sport that will make her premiere at the next year's FLIBS. ... read full story

New 115-foot Horizon Expedition Yacht EP115 Sold

October 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Making her World Premiere at the 2013 Boat Asia, the spectacular EP115 superyacht by Horizon has been successfully sold to a customer in Singapore as the first luxury vessel built by this well known Taiwan-based shipyard for this market. She is currently under construction with delivery scheduled for March 2013. ... read full story

Superyacht HEMISPHERE and HEAVENLY DAZE yacht nominated for ISS Awards

October 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two spectacular vessels, including the 2011 Pendennis superyacht Hemisphere as well as the 1972 Feadship luxury yacht Heavenly Daze refitted by Pendennis in 2011/12, have been confirmed as nominated for this year's ISS Design and Leadership Awards. ... read full story

Sailing Yacht Manitou shines at the Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez

October 05, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Sailing yacht Manitou could be described as the vessel encapsulating the fabled allure of the 2012 Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez taking place on the southern coast of France these days. ... read full story

Luxury Gullet CARPE DIEM IV ready for CARIBBEAN YACHT CHARTER bookings

October 05, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The outstanding classic Turkish gulet Carpe Diem IV, able to accommodate up to 12 guests in luxury and elegance, is ready to take on charter bookings for the 2012/2013 Caribbean charter season. ... read full story

Interior images of the 30m WallyCento superyacht HAMILTON

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The outstanding 2012 superyacht Hamilton is the first WallyCento luxury vessel, launched by Wally Yachts this summer. Hamilton offers lovely accommodation to up to 8 guests in 3 beautiful cabins. ... read full story

Azimut Yachts and Atlantis to attend the 2012 Genoa Boat Show with 24 yachts on display

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The total number of 24 luxury yachts will be exhibited by Azimut Yachts and Atlantis at the upcoming Genoa International Boat Show, starting this Saturday. These include the Azimut 84 superyacht as well as Azimut Magellano 76 yacht. ... read full story

Yachting Pages gets feedback from captains and crew

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The recent feedback from captains and crew, organized by Yachting Pages along the Cote d'Azur during the Cannes and Monaco shows, had very interesting results. This top superyacht directory and its new website are very popular among the superyachts' staff. ... read full story

The 52nd Genoa International Boat Show to start on Saturday

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Starting this Saturday, this year's Genoa International Boat Show will host around 900 exhibitors. The largest luxury vessel on display will be the 72-metre superyacht Stella Maris by Viareggio Superyachts. ... read full story

Northern Marine marketing its expedition yachts and superyachts through video by YachtVid

October 05, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

Northern Marine has hired YachtVid to assist in video marketing of its long range expedition yachts and luxury yachts.  Initial projects include a listing for the Northern Marine 80′ motor yacht Atlas, promotional video for the 65′ Aquila yacht and progressive construction footage of the new 85′ yacht Blood Baron. YachtVid’s website showcases listings, while... ... read full story

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