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.

Vicem Yachts will NOT exhibit the new Vulcan 46M motor yacht CAPRICE V at MYS 2012

September 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Unfortunately, the latest Vulcan 46M superyacht Caprice V by the well known Turkish builder Vicem Yachts will NOT attend the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show. However, the newest 107 Cruiser yacht Moni will be on display. ... read full story

Newcruise to attend Monaco Yacht Show 2012

September 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Introducing three spectacular concepts, the renowned German design studio Newcruise will be attending this year's Monaco Yacht Show. The company will present the 45m luxury yacht Tug, the 138m superyacht Balaena, as well as the 75m motor yacht Cube. ... read full story

The first motor yacht Mulder 95 Voyager with delivery in 2014

September 17, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due to be delivered in 2014, the first Mulder 95 Voyager superyacht was commissioned recently by a Russian client. This highly-innovative, all-aluminium, gentleman's vessel will provide comfortable accommodation in 4 beautiful cabins. ... read full story

2012 International Design Awards Finalists announced by ISS

September 14, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The 2012 ISS Design Awards finalist have been announced today, with the winners to be announced on the 25th October at the ISS's annual International Design Awards Gala. ... read full story

Photos of 60m luxury yacht LYANA near Panarea – Aeolian Islands of Sicily

September 14, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury superyacht LYANA (ex Sofia) was photographed by one of our readers near the Sicilian group of islands, the Aeolian Islands. LYANA yacht is a spectacular Benetti vessel measuring 60 metres, accommodating 12 guests in total. ... read full story

Rolex Swan Cup 2012: Day 3 – Morning’s competition postponed due to strong winds

September 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due to strong winds caused by Mistral, the morning's competing on Day 3 of the 2012 Rolex Swan Cup was postponed untill 14:00 CEST. Day 3 victory went to charter yacht Highland Breeze (NED) in Maxi; sailing yacht Merel Four (NED) in Grand Prix; luxury yacht Shirlaf (ITA) in Classic while Earlybird (GER) took the first place in the Rolex Swan 45 World Championship. ... read full story

The “Partners Night” to be hosted by Ferretti Group at Cannes Boat Show

September 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Friday 14 September at Cannes Boat Show will see an exclusive evening in the company of the yachts of the Ferretti Group, called "Partners Night". Among luxury vessels on display will be Pershing 82' yacht or Pershing 108' New Edition superyacht. ... read full story

New Sales Manager for Amels Superyacht Refit Team

September 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A new important addition to the Amels Superyacht Refit Team is Eel Kant. He has already worked for such renowned luxury yacht builders as Feadship, Oceanco or Jongert. Among the latest Amels refits belong 74m megayacht Ilona as well as 78m luxury yacht Alwaeli. ... read full story

The new 55m motor yacht Project OXYGEN by BMT Nigel Gee and Claydon Reeves

September 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 55 meters in length, the highly innovative catamaran yacht Project Oxygen is a result of an excellent partnership between BMT Nigel Gee and Claydon Reeves. Featuring a state-of-the-art Extreme Semi-SWATH (XSS) hullform, Oxygen is a splendid dive-explorer, boasting its own submarine. ... read full story

Classic yacht HMS Pickle’s adventure in misfortune

September 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due to the challenging weather conditions in the Irish Sea as well as Bay of Biscay, the classic sailing yacht HMS Pickle got a sail damage on her way to Gibraltar's Ocean Village Marina. She is now waiting to be repaired by Northern Spain in order to participate in Trafalgar Day, held on October 21. ... read full story

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