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.

WALLY CLASS performance yachts confirm 2012 racing calendar

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The largest fleet of performance yachts over 24 metres - the Wally Class - has confirmed the final racing calendar for the 2012 season. In addition to this calendar, Wallys also competitively race in other renowned regattas against yachts of other types: a strong performance was seen in March in the British Virgin Islands, with the Wally 101 sailing yacht Indio winning the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta and Rendezvous at the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Virgin Gorda. ... read full story

The 6th MOD70 one-design trimaran yacht OMAN SAIL launched

April 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 6th MOD70 one-design trimaran yacht OMAN SAIL was successfully launched yesterday. The team took ownership of its yacht yesterday, setting out on the first stage of learning and training process which over the coming weeks will lead to the inaugural event of the 2012 championship season, the KRYS OCEAN RACE, which starts in less than three months. ... read full story

New Codecasa 42 Vintage yacht hull F75 to be launched in spring 2013

April 12, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Superyacht Codecasa 42 Vintage - yacht hull F75, the 2nd in the beautiful 42m Vintage series, is scheduled to be launched in Spring 2013. ... read full story

Azimut Yachts and Atlantis open weekend in Varazze, Italy

April 12, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Azimut Yachts and Atlantis welcome their clients and guests at the Marina di Varazze to view and test their Flybridge, S, Magellano and Atlantis Open yachts. ... read full story

Princess Yachts Australia at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2012

April 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Princess Yachts Australia will exhibit at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2012. They will debut the exciting new Princess V39 yacht and the luxury yacht Princess 60. Conveniently located just outside the entry to Sanctuary Cove, at Princess' Hope Island Resort Marina office the newly arrived motor yacht Princess 72, Princess 42, V62 and V52 models will be on display alongside an array of premium brokerage listings. ... read full story

Guido de Groot designed sailing yacht AXONITE 92 by K&M Yachtbuilders

April 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Guido de Groot designed sailing yacht AXONITE 92, developed in a partnership with K&M Yachtbuilders is a beautiful mixture of the careful attention to detail with the crisp, modern, practical lines. ... read full story

Cruise around Corsica and Sardinia aboard luxury charter yachts

April 12, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

A small selection of excellent charter motor yachts and sailing yachts available for luxury cruising around Corsica and Sardinia in the Western Mediterranean this summer. ... read full story

Guido de Groot designed 31m Trimaran Motor Yacht by Mobimar

April 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Guido de Groot designed 31m Mobimar trimaran motor yacht is an amazing vessel, featuring all guest accommodation on the main deck making use of the extremely large beam. The vessel will be designed for those owners that will stay for longer periods on board and for that reason ask for the comfort they cannot get on other yachts. ... read full story

77ft yachts White Rose and Silver Rose with interior by Guido de Groot Design

April 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two 77 feet yachts White Rose and Silver Rose, both of which are currently under construction in Slovenia, boast lovely contemporary interiors by well known Dutch studio, Guido de Groot Design. The interiors are being built by Bobič Yacht Interior. ... read full story

194 yachts registered for the HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show 2012

April 12, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

194 yachts have registered for the HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show 2012 so far, which is 15% higher compared to the same time last year, showing a real increase in interest. In addition to a new location, the event will also see a new concept focused on three nautical theme worlds (luxury, recreational and active) in which the participating boats will be exhibited. ... read full story

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