Superyacht Design Summit 2012, which will be held at Chelsea Design Centre’s SPACE on the evening of Tuesday 13 March and will be attended by Superyacht designers: Andrew Winch, Terence Disdale as well as Tim Heywood, has now sold out. And it has now been confirmed that Dick Bannenberg, the son of the late Jon Bannenberg, who presided over the fledgling careers of all three designers will be one of the delegates in attendance. ... read full story
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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.
New Yachting World Round Antigua Race, April 28, 2012
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The Yachting World Round Antigua Race, held on April 28, 2012 has been re-introduced as an optional race open to all yachts. ... read full story
Portland Port – superyacht hotspot for the 2012 Olympic Games
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Portland, the venue for this year’s Olympic and Paralympics sailing races, is ready to become a hot superyacht destination this summer with multiple deep water berths and anchorages available. ... read full story
The first 60m Perini Navi Sailing Yacht – Hull C.2193 – arrives in Viareggio
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Hull C.2193 superyacht by Perini Navi, the first one of the new 60m sailing yacht series by the well known Italian shipyard, has arrived in Viareggio and should be finished, launched and delivered in summer 2013. ... read full story
The first hull of the new 60m Perini Navi series – Sailing Yacht C.2193 arrives in Viareggio, Italy
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The first 60m sailing yacht Hull C.2193 by Perini Navi has arrived in Viareggio, Italy. Finishing, launching as well as delivery of this spectacular vessel, scheduled for summer 2013, will all be held in Viareggio. ... read full story
Sunseeker charter yacht Predator 84 attended the Grand Opening Ceremony of the Twin Sails Bridge in Poole
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Sunseeker charter yacht Predator 84 was present at the Grand Opening Ceremony of the Twin Sails Bridge in Poole, on Friday the 9th of March 2012. ... read full story
Rossi Navi launches the 45m superyacht Aslec 4 (ex hull FR024) due to be delivered this year
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Rossi Navi has launched the 45m superyacht Aslec 4 (ex hull FR024), which is due to be delivered this year. She offers luxurious and comfortable accommodation to up to 12 guests, looked after by a crew of 7. ... read full story
47m Alloy motor yacht Loretta Anne (ex hull AY43) launched
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47m Alloy motor yacht Loretta Anne (ex hull AY43) has been successfully launched. This beautiful vessel provides comfortable accommodation in 4 lovely staterooms. ... read full story
42m motor yacht Imbros by Troy Marine sold
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42m luxury motor yacht Imbros by Troy Marine, launched in 2010 has been recently sold. This spectacular vessel provides 10 guests with 5 lovely cabins. ... read full story
Experience adventurous ‘America to South Pacific’ yacht charter vacations aboard Explorer Yacht ‘SuRi’
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Getting ready for her exciting new journey, motor yacht SURI is an ideal Halter Marine expedition vessel, converted in 2007, currently under refit. She is measuring 50 metres and her refit was designed by Kirilloff & Associates and Stan Antrim of YES. At the moment located at the Bayship and Yacht Co. yard in San... ... read full story