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.

Refit of the 30m classic sailing yacht MERRYMAID at Yacht Solutions

November 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Thailand-based refit centre, Yacht Solutions, is currently working on the 30m classic superyacht Merrymaid. After an extensive 3-month refit, this spledid vessel will continue its circumnavigation around the world. ... read full story

Project GLOBAL superyacht launched by Lurssen

November 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The voluminous 87-metre superyacht project Global has been recently launched by the prestigious German builder, Lurssen. Due to be delivered in 2014, she is designed by renowned Espen Oeino, with a lovely interior design by well known Reymond Langton. ... read full story

Ship Motion Group BV – an exclusive Authorized Dealer for the distribution of VEEM propellers in the Netherlands

November 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A new Authorized Dealer for the distribution of VEEM propellers in Holland has become Ship Motion Products BV, a subsidiary of Ship Motion Group BV. The highly innovative propulsion system by Ship Motion Group has been installed on board such outstanding vessels as the Couach 5000 Fly yacht La Pellegrina. ... read full story

New Owner for the 25m motor yacht EXCELLENCE (ex Wombat) by Lyman-Morse and Setzer Yacht Architects

November 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The splendid 25-metre superyacht Excellence, originally launched by Lyman-Morse under name 'Wombat' in 2004, has been recently purchased by a new Owner. Designed by Setzer Yacht Architects, she features beautiful, elegant and comfortable accommodation in 3 staterooms and 3 heads. ... read full story

Living Oceans Foundation founder, Prince Khaled bin Sultan, awarded the 2012 Perseus award

November 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Perseus Award has been received by HRH Prince Khaled bin Sultan, a founder of the Living Oceans Foundation. He has made his Golden Fleet's superyachts Golden Odyssey, Golden Shadow and Golden Osprey available for this foundation, assisting scientists learn more about the world's oceans. ... read full story

Works on the latest superyacht Sunreef 80 Sailing well underway

November 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The main deck of the newest superyacht Sunreef 80 Sailing, under construction at Sunreef Yachts, is already finished. The works are proceeding as planned, with launch of this splendid catamaran scheduled for spring 2013. ... read full story

Nautical Design Award for the CRN 130 luxury yacht DARLINGS DANAMA

November 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest 60m CRN 130 megayacht Darlings Danama has been recently awarded with the prominent Nautical Design Award in the category 'Interior Design - Motor Yachts'. This breathtaking vessel is able to comfortably sleep up to 12 guests in 6 well appointed cabins. ... read full story

Clear Group International and Board of Directors formally launch Ports of CauseTM with participation of motor yacht THE HIGHLANDER

November 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Formally launched by Clear Group International and a Board of Directors, Ports of CauseTM (POC) represents a program, developed especially for yacht refits, funded through corporate sponsorships as well as state-of-the-art product donations. The Flagship Vessel of this program is the 116' superyacht The Highlander. Ports of CauseTM will be also presented at the upcoming Miami Boat Show. ... read full story

Scott Henderson designed 70m motor yacht MANTA concept

November 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

MANTA yacht concept is another impressive 70-metre design by the US designer Scott Henderson, following the beautiful Priona and Quillon concepts. MANTA takes inspiration from the Manta-Ray and its swept delta wings. ... read full story

Lurssen launches motor yacht Project GLOBAL

November 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The partially-finished megayacht project Global was launched by the prestigious German builder, Lurssen, on November 9. 87 meters long, she was launched just after having delivered the 88-metre luxury vessel, superyacht Quattroelle (project Bellissimo). ... read full story

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