Attended by 20 beautiful yachts built by the prestigious UK-based shipyard Oyster Yachts, the 29th Oyster Regatta in Cowes kicked off yesterday. The biggest luxury vessel to compete is the Oyster 82 superyacht Starry Night of the Caribbean. ... 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.
Ferretti Group to attend the 2012 Cannes Boat Show with five brand new yacht models on display
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The 2012 Cannes International Boat Show will host the prominent Italian shipyard Ferretti Group, attending this highly anticipated event with five latest models, comprising superyacht Ferretti 870 and Ferretti 690 yacht, Pershing 82' superyacht, Riva 63' Virtus yacht as well as the Mochi Craft's Dolphin 64' Cruiser yacht. ... read full story
Newly launched Canados 120 superyacht FAR AWAY with interior by Francesco Paszkowski
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The Italian boatbuilder Canados launched its 36m luxury yacht Far Away last Friday. With interior by Francesco Paszkowski, this spectacular Canados 120 vessel can accommodate a total number 8 guests in comfort and luxury. ... read full story
2012 annual Monaco Yacht Show Summer Party a Great Success
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June 19 saw the annual Monaco Yacht Show Summer Party at the famed Fairmont Hotel, with the presence of plenty of superyacht industry members, coming to speak about the MYS 2012. This year's event will exhibit such jewels as the Benetti's megayacht Diamonds are Forever or the sailing yacht Vertigo by Alloy and many others. ... read full story
Another 49m Rossinavi motor yacht Prince Shark (hull FR028) signed
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The prominent Italian shipyard Rossinavi has announced a new sale of another superyacht Prince Shark (hull FR028), scheduled for delivery in May 2014. Same as her sistership motor yacht Prince Shark (hull FR027), this spectacular vessel is designed by Enrico Gobbi from the Italian design studio Team 4 Design. ... read full story
Pendennis Cup 2012: Day 4 – Overall victory for superyachts Mariette and Firebrand
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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
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

















