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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.

Twenty Sailing Yachts by Nautor Swan to compete in the 27th Atlantic Rally for Cruiser (ACR)

April 11, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Twenty spectacular sailing yachts by Nautor Swan, spanning 40 to 82 feet will compete in this year´s 27th Atlantic Rally for Cruiser (ARC), held on 25th November in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. ... read full story

Swan Rally 2012 in Sydney

April 11, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Swan Rally 2012, running the last weekend in March, started perfect with Veuve Clicquot opening the proceedings at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia with each Swan crew in matching branded Swan Shirts, provided by Vicsail. ... read full story

Rolex China Sea Race 2012: South China Sea Brings True Offshore Challenge

April 11, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The sole participating Maxi, Geoff Hill’s sailing yacht Genuine Risk, won the Sunday Telegraph Trophy for Line Honours as well as a Rolex Yacht-Master timepiece at the 50th Rolex China Sea Race. The Overall title on corrected time went to the Singaporean entry Zanzibar, who also laid claim to a Rolex Yacht-Master timepiece in addition to inscribing their victory in the record books of Rolex China Sea Race history. ... read full story

Yacht charter aboard world’s largest catamaran HEMISPHERE as prize in Christie’s “Bid to Save the Earth” Green Auction

April 10, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

7 day charter in Croatia or the Caribbean aboard luxury catamaran Hemisphere is one of the prices at the Christie's Green Auction: A Bid to Save the Earth. ... read full story

41m Heesen luxury charter yacht SEVEN SINS to undergo refit at Icon Yachts

April 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 42m (135ft) luxury charter yacht Seven Sins by Heesen is to undergo an extensive refit at ICON Yachts, starting this month. Heesen superyacht Seven Sins will be receiving a full hull paint job by Bonsink Jachtschilders, as well as a new MOB crane. ... read full story

Delta´s newest 50m custom superyacht ARIANNA launched

April 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The newest 50m custom superyacht ARIANNA recently launched by Delta Marine is the largest all composite 50m full-displacement motor yacht in the world. Aside from her large interior volume, a design element of particular note is the large owner’s suite located on the upper deck, including a stately lounge, private outdoor deck, dining area, and a customized room for children or family members. ... read full story

Princess Yachts Brasil welcome the Motor Yacht Fendi Casa Princess 85

April 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Princess Yachts Brasil hosted an amazing evening at the beautiful beachside Hotel do Frade & Golf Resort to welcome the Princess 85 Motor Yacht - the largest Princess craft in Brazilian waters to date. The arrival of the Princess 85 Motor Yacht was extra special as she is also the first in the region with an interior designed in collaboration with one of the world’s most luxurious fashion houses and fellow LVMH brand, Fendi Casa. ... read full story

Oceanco Yachts attended the 2012 Hainan Rendez-Vous

April 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Oceanco Yachts attended the 2012 Hainan Rendez-Vous with the Sam Sorgiovanni designed 110m/361ft motor yacht PA104 and the 119m/390.5ft PA146 superyacht as well as the 92m/301.8ft Remi Tessier superyacht DP016 on display. Other models exhibited at the Show were: the existing 86.01m/282.19ft Nuvolari & Lenard designed megayacht Seven Seas and Oceanco’s 90m/295.3ft vertical bow yacht PA076. ... read full story

Icon 110m motor yacht FAMILY DAY designed by Joachim Kinder

April 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Icon 110m luxury explorer yacht FAMILY DAY designed by Joachim Kinder represents unique styling as well as design elements, featuring the ultra-modern well-proven axe-bow, mixed up with the stainless-steel shield. ... read full story

24m sailing yacht Grande Estime 78´ Classic designed by Olivier van Meer

April 10, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

24m sailing yacht Grande Estime 78´ Classic designed by Olivier van Meer is a spectacular vessel, representing classical appearance with minimum maintenance. It can be easily navigated by two persons. ... read full story

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