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.

34m motor yacht Helena by Ferretti Custom Line sold

March 15, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

34m motor yacht Helena by Ferretti Custom Line was successfully sold. This beautiful vessel easily accommodates 12 guests and a crew of 5. ... read full story

New Spirit Yachts/Sparkman & Stephens 42.4m J-Class sailing yacht CHEVEYO J1

March 15, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New Spirit Yachts/Sparkman&Stephens 42.4m sailing yacht CHEVEYO J1 will be the truest interpretation of the splendour of the J-Class for the modern age, reflecting the very close history of competition between the US and the UK during the heyday of the J-Class era, which is once again flourishing in today’s modern age. ... read full story

Freire 73.60m Megayacht PEGASO delivered

March 15, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Freire 73.60m luxury expedition yacht PEGASO was finally delivered to her Owner. This impressive vessel comfortably accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 beautiful cabins. ... read full story

First 40m Princess Yacht ‘Imperial Princess’ completes her initial sea trials

March 14, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The largest motor yacht built by the UK based Princess Yachts shipyard - the Princess 40M yacht - has completed her first sea trials with great success. ... read full story

Pendennis plans to enhance its superyacht facilities

March 14, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury yacht builder Pendennis is planning on expanding its superyacht facilities, to cater for larger yacht constructions as well as the refit market. ... read full story

2nd Westport Cup to be attended by superyachts Altair, Eleonora, Mariette and Mariquita

March 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Four glorious big class vessels will grace the squadron start line for the second running of the Westward Cup, taking place from June 11 to 16, 2012, including the 39.5m sailing yacht Altair, the 41.5m charter yacht Eleonora E (ex Eleonora), the 42m superyacht Mariette and the 38m Mariquita superyacht. Also invited, but as yet unconfirmed, are the 46m sailing yacht Lulworth and the 32m luxury yacht Moonbeam IV. ... read full story

Holland Jachtbouw 40m superyacht Rainbow – the first full hybrid pleasure sailing yacht

March 14, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Holland Jachtbouw 40m superyacht Rainbow has become the first full hybrid pleasure sailing yacht, thanks to the unique WhisperPower hybrid propulsion and power system, developed by Dutch power system's specialist WhisperPower BV. ... read full story

Gulf Craft’s motor yacht MAJESTY 105 premieres at Dubai International Boat Show

March 13, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Gulf Craft have presented their latest superyacht from the Majesty Yachts range - the Majesty 105 Yacht - at the 2012 Dubai International Boat Show opening today. ... read full story

40m superyacht Imperial Princess by Princess Yachts launched

March 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

40m superyacht Imperial Princess by Princess Yachts has been successfully launched from Plymouth´s historic South Yard. The longest production vessel ever made in Britain will offer luxurious accommodation to up to 12 guests. ... read full story

RMK Marine´s New 56m Sailing Yacht Concept based on the 52m Superyacht Nazenin V designed by Sparkman & Stephens

March 13, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

RMK Marine has presented a new 56m sailing yacht concept based on the 52m Superyacht Nazenin V, which received the Judges Special Commendation prize at the prominent World Superyacht Awards in 2010. The new 56m RMK superyacht will offer luxurious accommodation to 8 guests in 4 lovely staterooms. ... read full story

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