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.

The Second Annual Horizon Owner Rendezvous, May 4-6, 2012

April 23, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The well known Taiwan-based builder Horizon Yachts is proud to present the 2nd edition of its annual Owner Rendezvous, running from May 4 to 6, 2012 in Key West, Florida. This year´s popular event will be attended by ten superyacht owners. ... read full story

The First Hull of the RP110 motor yacht ANDREA VI by Horizon Yachts Released from Mold

April 23, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent Taiwan-based builder Horizon Yachts has released the photo of the first hull of its RP110 motor yacht Andrea VI, which was recently released from the mold to begin construction. A sistership to the E84 superyacht Andrea V, launched by Horizon in 2006, this amazing vessel boasts exterior design by renowned J C Espinosa. ... read full story

A Chance Meeting for Owners of two Horizon Superyachts: P136 motor yacht Antithesis and E84 Debbie Lou yacht

April 23, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It was a chance meeting for owners of two luxury vessels by the prestigious Taiwan-based shipyard Horizon Yachts, the P136 superyacht Antithesis and the E84 Debbie Lou superyacht, while cruising in the popular Caribbean yacht charter location, the British Virgin Islands. ... read full story

Ben Ainslie to compete in the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race aboard the 49.5m charter yacht ELEONORA

April 23, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Saturday 30th June 2011 saw a new entry to the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race: the 49.5m charter yacht Eleonora, launched in March 2000 by the Dutch Van der Graaf shipyard. This amazing vessel will be sailed by famous Ben Ainslie, that will co-helm with the vessel´s owner, helped by the vessel´s captain Mike McMillan. ... read full story

Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec takes 7th place at Mapfre Palma Vela 2012

April 23, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Swan 60 yacht Bronenosec, from the Yacht Club of Saint Petersburg has made her debut at her first international yacht regatta of 2012 at Mapfre Palma Vela, achieving 7th place in the Overall maxi Combined Class. ... read full story

The 39m superyacht Megaway 128 successfully completes her sea trials

April 23, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Last Thursday saw successful sea trials for the 39m luxury motor yacht Megaway 128, built by Megaway Engineering & Trading, with lovely interior by Monica Gunawan. On display at this year´s Singapore Yacht Show, this fantastic vessel easily sleeps 12 guests in 6 stunning cabins and a crew of 8 in 4 crew cabins. ... read full story

The number of J-Class Superyachts attending the UK Regattas revised

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Falmouth Regatta will be finally attended only by the four J-Class superyachts and not the six as expected, without the presence of the sailing yacht Hanuman as well as the charter yacht Endeavour. The latter is supposed to race only in the Solent regattas. ... read full story

SL104 motor yacht INDIGO by Sanlorenzo scheduled for delivery in July 2012 almost completed

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

SL104 luxury motor yacht INDIGO by Sanlorenzo and Francesco Paszkowski is in the final stage of her construction. With delivery to her Russian Owner expected in July 2012, this spectacular vessel is supposed to offer 4 beautiful cabins to a total number of 8 guests. ... read full story

90m motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT by Nauta Yachts

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The well known design studio from Italy, Nauta Yachts, is proud to unveil its latest project, the 90m luxury motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT. This amazing vessel provides 12 guests with the utmost in the luxury, offering 6 lovely cabins. ... read full story

The new Audi Azzurra Sailing Team TP52 yacht making her debut at the Mapfre Palma Vela

April 20, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new Audi Azzurra Sailing Team sailing yacht TP52 was put into difficult conditions on the first day of her debut race in the Mapfre Palma Vela Regatta thanks to the challenging weather conditions, finishing in third place. ... read full story

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