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.

Award-winning superyacht ‘TOLD U SO’ available for luxury charter in the Mediterranean

March 16, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Molori Design luxury charter yacht Told u So, from the excellent Benetti Vision series, is currently getting ready to be transferred across to Europe where she will be available for luxury motor yacht charters in the Mediterranean. ... read full story

2nd annual Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous, March 14-17, 2012

March 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The second edition of the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous, running from March 14 to 17, 2012 in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) is hosted by Victor International, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS) as well as Boat International Media, bringing together the world’s yacht enthusiasts to take advantage of the best cruising waters in the Caribbean. ... read full story

New Rhoades Young and Rob Humphreys designed 100´ Sailing Yacht Concept

March 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New Rhoades Young/Rob Humphreys 100´ sailing yacht is a spectacular contemporary twin deckhouse performance cruiser, featuring a ecluded aft beach accessible directly through glazed doors to the aft cabin within, whilst the sunken cockpit is inviting and sheltered, and maintains a strong and alluring link to the main deck house. ... read full story

Limited Editions 171 motor yacht hull 461 by Amels launched

March 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The launch of the Amels luxury motor yacht hull 461 - Photo by Wim Kosten

Limited Editions 171 motor yacht hull 461, a sistership to the luxury yacht Step One (ex hull 460) launched last month was launched by Amels last Saturday. ... read full story

46m motor yacht Project 12 by Cantieri di Pisa almost completed

March 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

46m motor yacht Project 12, currently in build at Cantieri di Pisa is in the final stage of her construction. This magnificent vessel will provide comfortable accommodation in a master stateroom, a VIP cabin, two double as well as two twin cabins. ... read full story

New SF Marina Pier to host Tall Ships as part of a bicentennial celebration of the War of 1812

March 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New SF Marina Pier will host Tall Ships as part of a bicentennial celebration of the War of 1812, taking place in New London, Connecticut, from July 6 to 9, 2012. ... read full story

Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous 2012: YCCS Virgin Gorda hosts the Superyacht fleet

March 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

YCCS Virgin Gorda hosts the Superyacht fleet, including such spectacular vessels as the 138´ Royal Huisman´s J-Class sailing yacht Hanuman or the 128´ charter yacht Ganesha by Fitzroy Yachts and many others. ... read full story

Fitzroy Superyachts attending the BVI and St Barths regattas

March 16, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Caribbean Regattas 2012, namely the Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous, running these days (March 14-17) and the St. Barths Bucket Regatta, taking place from March 22 to 25, are to be attended by Fitzroy built Superyachts, such as the 49.7m sailing yacht Zefira or the 38.9m charter yacht Ganesha (ex Zulu) and many others. ... read full story

Romantic 60m Sailing Dhow by Van Geest Design

March 15, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Designers at Van Geest Design have created a unique and superyacht like luxury dhow of 60 metres, expressing the romantic image of the Middle East. ... read full story

New ‘Silver’ version of the Mega-Trimaran yacht Ultraluxum CXL

March 15, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

UltraLuxum Yachting launches a new "silver" version of the UltraLuxum CXL luxury trimaran. The technical specifications and the general design remain the same. ... read full story

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