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.

Dubois-designed superyachts performing exceptionally well at this year´s yacht regattas

May 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxurious vessels designed by renowned UK-based studio, Dubois Naval Architects, have performed very well at this year´s regattas, including the 2012 NZ Millennium Cup, won by the 34m superyacht Silvertip, followed by the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta and Rendezvous as well as St. Barths Bucket. Four Dubois designs are expected to compete in the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta and the Palma Superyacht Cup this summer. ... read full story

70ft sailing yacht Maserati leaves Dennis Conner´s North Cove to challenge Trans-Atlantic Record

May 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 70ft race yacht Maserati, skippered by Italian Giovanni Soldini, left the Dennis Conner´s North Cove superyacht marina in NYC to break the Trans-Atlantic Record, set by the 43m sailing yacht Senso One (ex Mari Cha IV) in 2003. ... read full story

Mel Interiors, now Superyacht Interiors Mallorca working on the 44.5m Heesen 4400 charter yacht BLISS

May 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The interiors of the 44.5m Heesen 4400 charter yacht Bliss are currently under refit at the Palma de Mallorca based yacht interior and exterior soft furnishings refit company, Mel Interiors, recently re-branded, becoming Superyacht Interiors Mallorca. ... read full story

New 110-foot René Van Der Velden Yacht

May 09, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

René Van Der Velden presents its new 110 foot motor yacht perfect for economy-minded families, designed to offer fun, pleasure and relaxation as well as more economical building costs as well as lower running costs. ... read full story

Sanlorenzo launch motor yacht 111 – the 7th 40Alloy superyacht

May 09, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The Tuscany-based Sanlorenzo shipyard is proud to announce the launch of the 7th 40 Alloy superyacht '111'. Motor yacht 111 measures 133 feet and has a beam of 25 feet. ... read full story

Sunreef Yachts Strenghtens Its Interests In the Adriatic

May 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The respected luxury catamaran yachts manufacturer, Sunreef Yachts, has reported a great success at this year´s both Croatia Boat Show as well as the 30th Nautic Show in Porto Montenegro, with the newest Sunreef 58 catamaran yacht FREESTYLE on display. ... read full story

More images of the 75m megayacht M5 (ex Mirabella V)

May 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious UK-based shipyard Pendennis has sent through some additional images of the Ron Holland designed 75m superyacht M5 (ex Mirabella V), launched in 2004. She is currently going through a one-year refit at Pedennis. ... read full story

62ft Swan charter yacht Glisse arrives at Dennis Conner’s North Cove

May 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 62ft charter yacht Glisse has just arrived at Dennis Conner's North Cove superyacht marina in NYC. This splendid vessel comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests and a crew of 2 professionals. ... read full story

134m Fincantieri megayacht SERENE receives World Superyacht Award

May 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The respected Italian shipyard, Fincantieri Yachts, is proud to present its 134m superyacht Serene as one of the winners of the World Superyacht Awards 2012. This impressive vessel won as the best new yacht in 2011 in the category “displacement motor yacht 3000gt and above”. ... read full story

Just a few places remain available for the Superyacht Cup Palma 2012

May 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year´s Superyacht Cup Palma has only a few last places available for superyachts wishing to take part in this famous race. The recent entries include such splendid vessels as the last year´s winner, the 24m superyacht Drumfire or the winner of this year´s St Barths Bucket Regatta, the 43m charter yacht This is Us. ... read full story

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