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.

Exceptional French Riviera charter yacht selection for your next luxury charter holiday around the Western Mediterranean

April 04, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

A selection of exceptional charter motor and sailing yachts available for charter in the Western Mediterranean during the 2012 charter season. ... read full story

43m JFA luxury yacht AXANTHA II among the finalists for the ShowBoats Design Awards 2012

April 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

43m JFA luxury yacht AXANTHA II has been selected as finalist for the ShowBoats Design Awards 2012. This breathtaking vessel offers comfortable accommodation to 11 guests, looked after by a crew of 8. ... read full story

Gulf Craft sells the second Majesty 135 Superyacht

April 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Gulf Craft announced the sale of the Second Majesty 135 Superyacht, following her premier at the company´s 30th anniversary celebrations. ... read full story

Ferretti Yachts exhibits at four Spring International Boat Shows in the Asia Pacific Region

April 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ferretti Yachts is present at four Spring International Boat Shows in the Asia Pacific Region, including the Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX), Hainan Rendezvous, China International Boat Show as well as Qingdao International Boat Show. ... read full story

World Superyacht Awards 2012: Exclusive Invitation to explore Turkish Shipyards

April 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Superyacht owners, designers as well as VIP guests attending the World Superyacht Awards 2012 are given the unique opportunity to visit the Turkish superyacht shipyards, including Proteksan Turquoise, RMK Marine and Perini Navi. ... read full story

Riviera’s new 75 Enclosed Flybridge yacht to premier at the Riviera Boat Show in May

April 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Riviera´s new motor yacht 75 Enclosed Flybridge will be presented for the first time at the Riviera Festival and Boat Show, held from May 24 to 27 at Riviera’s state-of-the-art Coomera facility located at 50 Waterway Drive, Coomera. ... read full story

88m Fincantieri superyacht VIRAGE 88 designed by Andrew Winch

April 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Andrew Winch Designs has collaborated closely with the Italian shipyard Fincantieri to develop the 88m luxury motor yacht VIRAGE 88, a vessel which will be built by craftsmen: employing the latest construction techniques to ensure her unique profile and futuristic detailing are perfectly crafted. ... read full story

177′ Newcastle superyacht Chuggaboom by Andrew Winch Designs due to be delivered in 2013

April 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 177’ Newcastle Expedition Yacht was initially designed by Andrew Winch Designs, while the first phase of the engineering development was completed by Vripack. This magnificent vessel is currently in build at Newcastle Shipyards in Florida and is scheduled for delivery in 2013. ... read full story

20m sailing yacht DREAM 67 Shamlor by Maxi Dolphin launched

April 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

20m luxury sailing yacht DREAM 67 Shamlor by Maxi Dolphin has been successfully launched. This beautiful highly customised vessel offers two double guest cabins which share a spacious bathroom, a master’s cabin with private bathroom and finally a commander’s cabin at the centre of the hull. ... read full story

44m CMN motor yacht SCORPIO designed by Bannenberg & Rowell

April 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The renowned French shipyard CMN Yachts and the well known UK-based design studio Bannenberg & Rowell have worked closely together to create the 44m luxury motor yacht Scorpio. Facets, chamfers and muscular changes of plane combine to dynamic effect and an almost exoskeletal foredeck structure conceals the crew working area. ... read full story

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