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.

Antigua Sailing Week 2012: Day 1 – King Viv to attend the imobile Dockyard Festival

April 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first day of the Antigua Sailing Week 2012 will see the famous West Indian cricket legend, Sir Vivian Richards, also called ´King Viv´, to participate at tonight´s imobile Dockyard Festival. ... read full story

Dramatic Yachting World Round Antigua Race 2012

April 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

April 28 brought very difficult weather conditions for sailors competing in the 2012 Yachting World Round Antigua Race. Due to strong winds, there were several retirements, including Allyn Salomon's Beneteau Oceanis 473 sailing yacht Hermosita as well as South African Jan Rupert entry, Tripp 75 Blackbird yacht. Farr 115 charter yacht Sojana has received the Yachting World Trophy for the fastest monohull around the course, finishing the race in 4 hours, 50 mins and 46 seconds. ... read full story

Antigua Sailing Week 2012: The forecasted big breeze arrives

April 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Strong winds arrived today in the fabulous Caribbean yacht charter location - Antigua - playing host to this year´s Antigua Sailing Week. Today´s Guadeloupe to Antigua Race has been won by Verlarde's NM92 sailing yacht Locura, followed by Stephen Schmidt's Santa Cruz 70 yacht Hotel California Too, taking second place and the Dufour 45 yacht Triskell placing 3rd. Ross Applebey's Oyster 48 yacht Scarlet Oyster has won the Racing Division of the ARC. ... read full story

The world’s largest 89m mast of the 75.2m superyacht M5 (ex Mirabella V) removed

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent UK-based shipyard Pendennis removed the Ron Holland designed sailing yacht M5 (ex Mirabella 5)´s main mast in advance of her 13 month refit. She boasts the world´s largest mast, measuring 89 metres, destepping of which was coordinated by Marine Results, with the lift needing 4 cranes, 40 staff as well as more than 8 hours to finish the operation. ... read full story

Princess Yachts exhibited at the Croatia Boat Show 2012

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Princess Yachts recorded a huge success at this year´s Croatia Boat Show, exhibiting the largest vessels present at the Show, including the Princess 72 yacht. ... read full story

Swan yachts attended the Mapfre PalmaVela yacht regatta

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Swan yachts, including the Swan 60 sailing yacht Emma, the Yacht Club of St. Petersburg´s Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec, as well as the Swan 80 superyacht Alpina were present at this year´s Mapfre PalmaVela regatta. Emma took 3rd place, Bronenosec came 7th, while Alpina 9th. ... read full story

McConaghy Boats receive the “Most Innovative Company Award”

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A builder of the spectacular 140ft trimaran yacht Adastra, McConaghy Boats, has been awarded the "Most Innovative Company" at this year´s China (Shanghai) International Boat Show for the 3rd year running. ... read full story

The 2nd annual Singapore Yacht Show´s Opening Ceremony

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Singapore Yacht Show 2012 has officially kicked off today with the opening ceremony and ribbon cutting. There will be the top luxury vessels on display, such as the 45m Feadship motor yacht Helix, the 35.5m Sanlorenzo superyacht Onyx, and many others, along with other smaller luxury vessels, boats and tenders. ... read full story

Yachting World Round Antigua Race to kick off on Saturday 28 April

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of the best Caribbean yacht charter destinations - Antigua - will play host to the Yachting World Round Antigua Race, starting this Saturday 28 April. The 43 spectacular vessels competing in this popular race include the 63ft trimaran yacht Paradox, the Farr 115 charter yacht Sojana, as well as the Tripp 75 yacht Blackbird. ... read full story

Horizon EP148 motor yacht HORIZON POLARIS successfully launched

April 27, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon has successfully sea trialed and launched its largest steel-hull explorer vessel ever built - the EP148 luxury motor yacht HORIZON POLARIS. On display at this year´s Monaco as well as Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, this wonderful vessel provides luxurious accommodation in 5 beautiful en-suite staterooms and is managed by a crew of 8 professionals. ... read full story

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