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.

46m Rossinavi superyacht 2 Ladies (hull FR025) launched

May 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

May 26 saw the launch of the 46m Rossinavi luxury motor yacht 2 Ladies (hull FR025) from its Viareggio shipyard. This wonderful vessel comfortably accommodates 12 guests in 10 beautiful cabins. ... read full story

H2 Yacht Designed 71m Motor yacht ‘AGAT’ in build by Sevmash

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Motor yacht AGAT is a 71m project currently under way by the well known design studio H2 Yacht Design and under build at the Russian shipyard Sevmash, due to be launched in 2012. ... read full story

82m motor yacht Project Graceful by Blohm and Voss

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

One other project currently under construction at Sevmash is the 71m superyacht AGAT - Image courtesy of her designer H2 Yacht Design

Project Graceful superyacht is a 82m luxury vessel currently under construction at Blohm + Voss in Germany with interior and exterior by H2 Yacht Design. ... read full story

Motor Yacht 2 Ladies to be launched by Rossinavi tomorrow

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Rossinavi is ready launch their 46 m luxury motor yacht 2 Ladies (Two Ladies), accommodating 12 guests in utmost in luxury and comfort, with interior designed by Tommaso Spadolini. ... read full story

Images of the new 46m Vulcan yacht by Vicem Yachts

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Photos of the new Vicem motor yacht Vulcan 46 currently under construction at the Turkish shipyard with the launch due next month. The 46m Vulcan superyacht will also be present at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show in September. ... read full story

180m motor yacht Project Azzam by Lurssen

May 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Presumed to be 180 metres and called mega yacht Project AZZAM, the Lurssen yacht will be the world's largest luxury yacht when launched. ... read full story

Luxury yacht Wider 42’ Cote D’Azur Edition on display at the 70° Grand Prix of Formula 1 in Monaco

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The well known Italian builder Wider Yachts is currently attending the Monaco Grand Prix of Formula with its luxury motor yacht Wider 42’ Cote D’Azur Edition. This wonderful vessel boasts a special steering wheel, inspired by the world of formula. ... read full story

49m sailing yacht BLUENOSE II by Smith & Rhuland to be fitted with a new C12500 Capstan by Seaway Powell Marine

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 49m classic superyacht Bluenose II, launched by the Canadian builder Smith & Rhuland in 1963, will be fitted with a new C12500 Capstan developed by Seaway Powell Marine. This extraordinary vessel easily sleeps 12 guests, looked after a crew of 18 professionals. ... read full story

IAG Yachts sold the first 100ft superyacht launched in China – motor yacht Electra

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A private sea trial organised by the well known Chinese shipyard IAG Yachts for its 100ft luxury motor yacht Electra during the 2012 Hainan Rendezvous was completed with a huge success, receiving a new order for this magnificent vessel. ... read full story

Final Chapter for the 2012 Rolex Volcano Race

May 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Leg Two of the 2012 Rolex Volcano Cup was completed with the Yacht Club of St Petersburg's sailing yacht Bronenosec taking 6th place overall as well as 3rd in the mini-maxi category. This lovely Swan yacht is now preparing for the Giraglia Rolex Cup. ... read full story

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