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.
Classic Yachts
The Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge 2011 Calendar Announced
The classic yacht season kicks off again with a schedule that promises to be bigger...
Feature Superyachts
The Largest Sailing Yacht in the World – 141 m Superyacht Dream Symphony
The largest privately owned sailing yacht Dream Symphony is scheduled to start her construction this...
Luxury Yachts
Vripack the Movie
Since 1961 Vripack evolved itself into a full-service organization, dealing with the entire building process...
Luxury Yachts
Oceanco starts outfitting 85.6m superyacht Y708
Oceanco begins the outfitting of the custom 85.6m superyacht, known as motor yacht project Y708....
Luxury Yachts
56m Sailing yacht Regina launched by Pruva Yachting
Superyacht Regina, a 56m Gullet sailing yacht was launched on the 11th of February 2011...
Feature Superyachts
Eclipse Yacht Charter – the largest in the world
The largest private boat in the world, Superyacht ECLIPSE, is now available for select luxury...
Luxury Yachts
K&M Yachtbuilders Open Day
On Saturday 16 April K&M Yachtbuilders, builder of aluminium custom-built sailing yachts, will be opening...
Luxury Yachts
Destination UK promote the UK to visiting Superyachts
“Destination UK” is a new initiative designed to promote the UK’s cruising grounds to visiting...
Luxury Yacht Design
73m Motor Yacht Sapphire Completes Sea Trials
Motor yacht Sapphire built by the German superyacht builder Nobiskrug has successfully completed her seatrials....
Luxury Yachts
The New Hatteras GT Series
The never-ending quest for perfection has brought the Hatteras fleet to new heights and given...
Luxury Yachts
Island Global Yachting presents the IGY Anchor Club for Superyacht Captains.
Island Global Yachting announces exciting new enhancements to its customer loyalty program, the IGY Anchor...
Luxury Yachts
Marina at Keppel Bay meets rising demand for superyacht berths in Singapore
With Singapore fast gaining repute as the destination for luxury superyachts, Marina at Keppel Bay...
