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.

The first 100ft WallyCento class sailing yacht HAMILTON launched today

June 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Today 18 June saw the successful launch of the first WallyCento class superyacht Hamilton at Hythe in the UK. Built by Green Marine, this 100-foot exceptional vessel features naval architecture by Judel/Vrolijk, while her interior design is by Design Unlimited. ... read full story

TP52 class royal yacht Bribon to compete in the Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2012

June 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Currently being brought to Australia in order to compete in this year's Audi Hamilton Island Race Week, the TP52 sailing yacht Bribon has been renamed YENDYS by Australia's yachtman Geoff Ross who charters her to follow the tradition of his five previous yachts. This 2009 splendid vessel was designed by well known JudelVrolijk. ... read full story

The Giraglia Rolex Cup Record broken by 100ft superyacht Esimit Europa 2

June 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Giraglia Rolex Cup saw the McConaghy built 100ft luxury sailing yacht Esimit Europa 2 designed by well known Reichel Pugh break her record, completing the race in 14h 56' 16''. ... read full story

Palma Superyacht Cup to be filmed by Palma de Mallorca’s Nautical TV Europe (NTVE)

June 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 16 best sailing yachts in the world competing in this year's Palma Superyacht Cup (June 20-23) will be filmed by the Palma de Mallorca's Nautical TV Europe (NTVE), with a part of their coverage from onboard the superyacht Scorpione dei Mari. ... read full story

90m mega yacht ‘Open & Close’ by Cruse Naval Design

June 18, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Jens Cruse of Cruse Naval Design presents his latest project the 90m mega yacht, featuring a large amount of hatches. ... read full story

Sunrise 45 motor yacht Project Sunset (hull 182) due to be delivered in 2013

June 18, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Project Sunset superyacht is a 45m Sunrise Yachts build luxury vessel, scheduled for delivery in May, 2013. The motor yacht Hull 182 project Sunset is a sistership to the 2009 launched superyacht AFRICA. ... read full story

Lars Modin designed 26.3m motor yacht Delta 80 IPS by Delta Powerboats

June 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 26.3m luxury motor yacht Delta 80 IPS is the largest concept ever developed by the Swedish shipyard Delta Powerboats, in partnership with Lars Modin. Built in carbon reaching an impressive cruising speed of 30 knots, this amazing vessel is scheduled for launch in spring 2013. ... read full story

Intec Marine’s motor yacht Intec Marine 90 and Intec Marine 140 superyacht by Guido de Groot and Doug Sharp

June 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Dutch builder Intec Marine is currently working on the 27.5m luxury yacht Intec Marine 90 as well as the Intec Marine 140 yacht, both belonging to the 'next generation yachts' series. These expetional vessels are designed by renowned Guido de Groot, in partnership with Doug Sharp Naval Architects. ... read full story

66m Delta motor yacht Project Invader (hull 211042) due to be delivered in spring 2013

June 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Scheduled for delivery in spring 2013, the well known US shipyard Delta Marine is currently working on the 66m megayacht Project Invader (hull 211042). This exceptional vessel's steel hull is going through the final stage of fit out and construction at the moment. ... read full story

Slender but powerful 21.45m motor yacht NED 70 by Ned Yacht and Vripack

June 18, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest concept of the well known Dutch design studio Vripack Naval Architects is the 21.45m motor yacht NED 70 by Ned Yacht, developed according to the so called LDL principle (LDL stands for Low Displacement Length), boasting a length/width ratio of 3:1, concentrating on the lines of the vessel. This amazing vessel provides 3 luxurious cabins. ... read full story

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