This year's Pendennis Cup officially ended on Saturday 7 July, with a spectacular ceremony, unveiling the overall winners. Class 2 has been won by superyacht Mariette, while Class 3 by sailing yacht Firebrand. ... read full story
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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.
Pendennis Cup 2012: Day 4 – Overall victory for superyachts Mariette and Firebrand
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Pendennis Cup 2012: Ed Dubois wins class aboard sailing yacht Firebrand
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It was a great success for Ed Dubois, racing in this year's Pendennis Cup aboard superyacht Firebrand. He won in his class, competing with such beautiful vessels as Mikado superyacht as well as sailing yacht Tomahawk. ... read full story
A full rigging refit by Navtec for the 130ft charter yacht VAIMITI
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Navtec Sud Europe team has partnered with Performance Greement on the complete rigging refit for the 39.2m charter yacht Vaimiti, finished in record time. The refit of this spectacular vessel took only 14 days! ... read full story
The new Canados 120 motor yacht FAR AWAY launched
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With a world premiere at the upcoming Cannes Boat Show, the newest Canados 120 luxury yacht Far Away has been recently launched by the Canados boatyard. With a stunning, fully customized interior by well known Francesco Paszkowski, this splendid vessel is expected to cruise the fabulous Mediterranean this summer. ... read full story
78.5m megayacht HAMPSHIRE II (hull 806) by Feadship delivered
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The prominent Dutch shipyard Feadship successfully delivered its 78.5m luxury motor yacht Hampshire II (hull 806) to her new Owner on Friday 6 July. Boasting both exterior as well as interior by Redman Whiteley Dixon, this beautiful vessel can sleep 14 guests in utmost in comfort. ... read full story
Cantiere delle Marche launched the second Darwin 86 motor yacht PERCHERON
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Expected to be exhibited at this year's Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, the 26.2m luxury explorer yacht Percheron is the second Darwin 86 vessel, launched by the Italian shipyard Cantiere delle Marche. With sophisticated exterior by Sergio Cutulo, this wonderful vessel offers 4 lovely staterooms in the interiors designed by Floris ad Veglia. ... read full story
Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2012: Prix d’ Elegance, Friday 24 August
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Friday 24 August at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2012 will once again see the Prix d'Elegance event, with focus on pure entertainment and the only necessity to dress up the crew as well as the yacht. The last year's winner in the 'Best Presented Yacht' category was the 30m luxury yacht Investec Loyal. ... read full story
Riva Yachts presented its latest 63′ Virtus yacht and celebrated its 170th anniversary
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Plenty of exclusive events marked the 170th anniversary of the prominent Italian luxury yacht builder Riva Yachts, held from June 29 to July 1, along with the presentation of the largest open range boat by Riva, the 63' Virtus yacht. ... read full story
Amels 212 megayacht IMAGINE – the first superyacht in the world to be awarded a ‘Green Passport’ from Lloyds Register
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Being a nice example of how the ecological impact of superyachts can be reduced, the 65.5m Amels 212 motor yacht IMAGINE has become the first luxury vessel in the world to receive the 'Green Passport' from Lloyds Register. ... read full story