Day 3 of this year´s Antigua Sailing Week brought another day of big breeze for competitors of this famous Caribbean race. Farr 115 luxury charter yacht Sojana was beaten today by Santa Cruz 72 sailing yacht Antipodes by less than a minute. ... 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.
Princess Yachts to attend the 2012 Beirut Boat & Super Yacht Show
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Princess Yachts will attend the 2012 Beirut Boat & Super Yacht Show, presenting five premieres, including the Princess 32M superyacht, the Princess V39 yacht, the luxury motor yacht Princess 72, as well as the Princess 64, the Princess 60, the Princess 42 and the sports yacht Princess V52. ... read full story
Company85 Global Challenge Superyacht Accomplish More to use Cerion Energy’s GO2 diesel fuel additive
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Cerion Energy’s GO2 diesel fuel additive will be used on board the Company85 Global Challenge 90´ motor yacht Accomplish More - a vessel designed and constructed by Alan Priddy to reach the fastest ever surface circumnavigation of the globe. ... read full story
Riviera Festival and Boat Show, May 24-27, 2012
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The preparations for the Riviera Festival and Boat Show, organised by the Australian yacht builder, Riviera Yachts, are well underway. Taking place from May 24 to 27, this event will host Riviera´s latest models, including the world debut of the 75 Enclosed Flybridge yacht. ... read full story
Jeanneau motor and sailing yachts on display at Sanctuary Cove Boat Show 2012
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The largest exhibitor at this year´s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show will be the prestigious French builder Jeanneau, showcasing its power and sail boats, including the sailing yacht Sun Odyssey 44DS, to be presented to the Australian public for the very first time. ... read full story
Antigua Sailing Week 2012 Day 2: Dream-like conditions
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It was another day of the perfect weather conditions for the crews competing in the Antigua Sailing Week 2012, boasting good wind as well as waves. Farr 115 charter yacht Sojana finished first today in CSA 1A. ... read full story
Charter Yacht ANNABEL II offers a 15% discount for Eastern Mediterranean charter vacation in June
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A unique opportunity to charter the beautiful Annabel II yacht aboard with her excellent and professional crew around the Easter Mediterranean for just €36,125.00 plus expenses! Accommodation is offered to 8-10 charter guests, including two twin cabins with Pullman bunks perfect for children. ... read full story
Singapore Yacht Show 2012: Bigger, better and stronger than ever before
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This year´s Singapore Yacht Show has reported a great success, attracting a larger number of high quality visitors as well as the best builders, brokers and exhibitors in the world, including such as superyacht shipyards like Feadship, Sanlorenzo, Palmer Johnson, Westport, Heesen, Princess, Mangusta and many others. The first luxury vessel sold at this popular show was the Azimut 40 yacht. ... read full story
CMN Yachts exhibited 44m superyacht SCORPIO and 65m luxury yacht PANACHE at Hainan Rendezvous 2012
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The prominent builder CMN Yachts reported a huge success at this year´s Hainan Rendezvous, exhibiting the 44m motor yacht Scorpio designed by well known Bannenberg & Rowell as well as the 65m superyacht Panache developed by Eidsgaard Design. ... read full story