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.

The newly launched Pershing 82 superyacht

August 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

August 13 saw the successful launch of the newest Pershing 82 superyacht. Making her debut at the upcoming Boat Shows in Cannes and Genoa, this beautiful vessel offers a standard layout with 4 lovely guest cabins, including the master suite, a VIP cabin as well as two cabins with twin beds. ... read full story

Horizon E88 superyacht ARABELLA II to be presented at the 2012 Cannes Boat Show

August 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon Group will be one of the luxury yacht builders, present at the next Cannes International Boat Show, held next month. The yard will showcase its newest E88 superyacht Arabella II, providing 4 luxurious staterooms. ... read full story

Benetti delivers Delfino 93 motor yacht OCEAN DRIVE

August 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Benetti Shipyard has successfully handed over the luxury motor yacht Ocean Drive (hull BD003), the second Delfino 93 luxury vessel delivered this year, following the 28,5m superyacht Azul, delivered in April 2012. Ocean Drive can accommodate up to 10 guests in comfort. ... read full story

Fitzroy Yachts to attend the 2012 Monaco Yacht Show

August 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The well known NZ builder Fitzroy Yachts will be present at the next Monaco Yacht Show, running from September 19 to 22. The company is currently building the 2014 FY17 superyacht as well as the 2012 sailing yacht G50. ... read full story

Sanlorenzo to be present at three Luxury Yacht Shows this autumn

August 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sanlorenzo in Cannes

The well known Italian shipyard Sanlorenzo will participate at this year's top Show Boats in Cannes, Monaco and Genoa, exhibiting a wide range of their latest luxury vessels, such as the 40Alloy superyacht 111 or the SL108 motor yacht Regine, launched this year. ... read full story

A completely sustainable yacht construction process at Intec Marine Shipyard

August 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sustainability is the base of each construction process at the Dutch shipyard Intec Marine. The Intec Marine 90 Hybrid yacht and Intec Marine 140 Hybrid superyacht are fitted with generators that require less maintenance and are much smaller than the usual engines. ... read full story

Superyacht Esimit Europa 2 beats 9 years old world sailing record

August 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 30 meters in LOA, the luxury sailing yacht Esimit Europa 2 and her 18 crew have broken another record, following a huge success at the Giraglia Rolex Cup. Departing from Monaco, this spectacular sloop reached Porto Cervo in Sardinia in incredible 5 hours 11 minutes 17 seconds. ... read full story

Newport Bucket Regatta 2012: Class and overall honors for the 102ft superyacht INDIO by Wally and Frers

August 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The overall winner of the 2012 Newport Bucket Regatta has become the 102ft sailing yacht Indio, designed by German Frers and built by Wally. She has also won in her Gazelles class, while Sejaa yacht took first place in the Mademoiselle class. The next year's regatta will run from August 23 to 25. ... read full story

Sunrise Yachts to attend the 2012 Cannes International Boat Show

August 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent Turkish shipyard Sunrise Yachts will be present at the upcoming Cannes Boat Show. At the moment, the yard is building two 63-metre luxury vessels: Project 601 megayacht and superyacht Hull 632, both designed by Espen Oeino and due to be delivered in 2014. ... read full story

Seychelles Yacht Charter Special aboard Motor Yacht SEA STREAM

August 27, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury yacht Sea Stream is an outstanding charter yacht for up to 8 guests, currently offering 15% off her regular charter rate for holidays in the Seychelles. ... read full story

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