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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.

Recently delivered 47m Alloy luxury yacht LORETTA ANNE designed by Dubois

June 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

With the originally situated galley on the main deck, the timeless-looking 47m Alloy superyacht Loretta Anne designed by Dubois Naval Architects, recently delivered to her new Owner, is an exceptional two and a half deck vessel, with lovely interior by Donald Starkey, providing five beautiful cabins. ... read full story

Benetti Vision 145′ motor yacht CHECKMATE (hull BV018) successfully launched

June 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Another jewel of the Benetti Vision 145' series, the 44m superyacht Checkmate (hull BV018) was successfully launched on June 9. Accommdoation aboard this wonderful vessel is offered to 10 guests and a crew of 9 professionals. ... read full story

43m CMN motor yacht PARAMOUR refitted by PURE Superyacht Refit

June 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Delivered six days ahead of the original schedule by the Palma de Mallorca's refit specialist PURE Superyacht Refit, the 43m CMN luxury yacht Paramour now boasts a new design, following her 6-month refit. ... read full story

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup: The idea to put Russian sailing back on the map

June 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Yacht Club of Saint-Petersburg's Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec, with Russian as well as Italian crew aboard, is trying to bring the Russian sailing back on the map. Supported by Gazprom, this splendid vessel is currently racing in the 60th edition of the Giraglia Rolex Cup from St Tropez, France to Sanremo, Italy, leaving St Tropez for Genoa today. ... read full story

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup: 170 yachts left St Tropez today

June 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Today 13 June saw the departure of 170 yachts racing in this year's Giraglia Rolex Cup from St Tropez, France heading to Sanremo, Italy. The absolure favourite of the race is the 100ft superyacht Esimit Europa 2, closely followed by the 62ft sailing yacht Jethou. ... read full story

Esimit Europa teams up with BMW

June 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Based on a long-term partnership, the Esimit Europa project will team up with the BMW Group Central Eastern Europe, becoming an official partner of the Esimit Europa project, which symbol is the 100ft luxury yacht Esimit Europa 2, currently competing in the 60th Giraglia Rolex Cup. ... read full story

A huge success for Swan yachts at Giraglia Rolex Cup

June 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Three days of inshore competition at this year's Giraglia Rolex Cup brought a great success for a high number of Swan yachts, competing in this popular race from St Tropez, France to Sanremo, Italy. The Swan 53 sailing yacht Ondine placed first in the IRC B fleet, while the Swan 45 luxury yacht Mandolino took second place in the ORC A fleet, along with the Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec, placing third in the IRC o fleet. ... read full story

Additional images of the 40m luxury yacht M (Project M) by Bilgin Yachts

June 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Launched last month, the Bilgin 132 superyacht M (Project M) is a modern vessel, featuring its typical reverse bow and comfortably sleeping 8 guests in 4 lovely cabins. ... read full story

2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup: Three days of dramatic inshore competition concluded today

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2012 Giraglia Rolex Cup from St Tropez, France to Sanremo, Italy drew to a close its three days of inshore racing, with Sir Peter Ogden’s 62-foot Mini Maxi luxury yacht Jethou (GBR) taking the title of the fastest yacht on the water. ... read full story

The world’s Big Class yachts started the 2nd Westward Cup today

June 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Day 1 of this year's Westward Cup in Cowes, UK saw the 42m superyacht Mariette take the top position, followed by the 38m luxury yacht Mariquita and the 41.5m charter yacht Eleonora E (ex Eleonora) respectively. ... read full story

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