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 first images of the 40m superyacht Columbus Sport 130’ Hybrid hull

July 03, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 40 meters in length over all, the respected Italian shipyard Palumbo has just completed the hull of its luxury motor yacht Columbus 130' Hybrid, due to be delivered in September 2013. With interior by Hot Lab, the total number of 8 guests can find the maximum comfort aboard this splendid vessel, providing 4 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Axis Group Yacht Design awarded Golden Neptune for the 70m luxury yacht NUMPTIA (now renamed to yacht HIGH POWER II)

July 02, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Axis Group Yacht Design are proud to announce that the 70m luxury yacht Numptia, now luxury yacht HIGH POWER II has won the prestigious Golden Neptune Award at the 2012 ShowBoats Awards in the Naval Architecture Motor Yacht category. ... read full story

Strand-Craft Series Super Sport Yachts – SC 133 (40m), SC 166 (50m) and SC 199 (60m) by Ned Ship Group

July 02, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Ned Ship Group is happy to announce their new Strand-Craft Series super sports yachts 40m SC 133, 50m SC 166 and 60m SC 199 that will be built by Ned Ship Group and are designed by Gray Design. ... read full story

Amazing Samui Superyacht Cruising

July 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Famous as the ‘Crown Jewel of Thailand’, the fabulous island of Koh Samui situated in the Gulf of Siam is the popular destination of the world's most amazing vessels, such as the 67.2m Alloy sailing yacht Vertigo or the 120ft superyacht Yanneke Too and many others. ... read full story

Superyachts Slojo, Endless Summer and Boo Too at Dennis Conner’s North Cove

July 02, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Among the jewels currently anchored at the fabulous marina Dennis Conner's North Cove in NYC belong luxury yacht Slojo, superyacht Endless Summer (ex Bravo Papa, Emanuel) as well as charter yacht Boo Too. ... read full story

81st J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race: Winners emerge

July 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2012 J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race yachts gradually complete the race, with around 400 teams still competing. The largest yacht ever competing in this popular race, the 162ft luxury yacht Eleonora E (ex Eleonora), took 47th place in IRC 0 class. ... read full story

2012 J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race Prizegiving

July 01, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Hosted by the Island Sailing Club, the 81st J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race prizegiving rewarded charter yacht ICAP Leopard with Observer Trophy, while Gold Roman Bowl went to Manroland Sheetfed yacht and Silver Roman Bowl to Sundowner yacht. ... read full story

J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race: 2012 Gold and Silver Roman Bowl winners

June 30, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With the official prizegiving taking place at the Island Sailing Club on Sunday 1 July, the 81st J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race has unveiled its winners. The prominent Gold Roman Bowl for first boat overall on IRC handicap went to Tony Langley’s TP52 sailing yacht Manroland Sheetfed. Charter yacht ICAP Leopard completed the race in 03hrs, 59mins and 04secs. ... read full story

The J Class Falmouth Regatta 2012 won by charter yacht Ranger

June 30, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The overall winner of the 2012 J Class Regatta in Falmouth has become the luxury charter yacht Ranger, followed by superyachts Velsheda and Lionheart, respectively. The J Class beauties are now getting ready to compete in the upcoming J Class Solent Regatta, starting on July 18. ... read full story

81st J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race started

June 30, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With the presence of over 1,600 participating yachts, the 81st edition of the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race kicked off today. The race is attended by such spectacular vessels as the 100ft charter yacht ICAP Leopard or the 162ft superyacht Eleonora E (ex Eleonora). ... read full story

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