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.

Heesen Yachts deliver SERENITY superyacht

January 25, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Superyacht Serenity is the latest and the largest displacement motor yacht built by the prestigious Dutch shipyard, Heesen Yachts. After a series of successful sea trials in the rough North Sea, Serenity yacht has been delivered to her Owner. ... read full story

70m Motor Yacht PRIONA by Scott Henderson

January 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Scott Henderson, an American product designer working in New York City presents his first super yacht concept, the 70m motor yacht PRIONA, featuring sleek and powerful form. ... read full story

New Heesen 65m Motor Yacht due to be launched in 2013 with the Seakeeper M21000 Gyros

January 25, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New Heesen 65m motor yacht, the world´s first fast displacement yacht due to be launched in 2013 will be fitted with the Seakeeper M21000 Gyros as standard equipment. ... read full story

Gerard Dijkstra Bestevaer 53ST sailing yacht Bestevaer II by Dykstra Naval Architects and K&M Yachtbuilders

January 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Gerard Dijkstra, Dykstra Naval Architects and K&M Yachtbuilders continue to work together on the Gerard Dijkstra Bestevaer 53ST sailing yacht Bestevaer II, designed as a robust, practical ship with a traditional look. ... read full story

Motor Yacht TERRACED by the Italian designer Francesco Corda

January 24, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Superyacht Terraced is the latest 50m vessel design by Francesco Corda with absolute innovation in mind. ... read full story

Additional Images of the 60m Super Yacht Darlings Danama by CRN Yachts

January 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 60m luxury motor yacht Darlings Danama was launched by the Italian CRN shipyard in 2011. She sleeps 12 guests in 6 beautiful cabins. ... read full story

Pure Superyacht Refit completes 2011 with a Success

January 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Pure Superyacht Refit has completed the 2011 on high note thanks to the successful completion of a number of exciting superyacht projects, and the return of previous clients for refit work over the winter period, including the 43m CMN motor yacht Paramour. ... read full story

Extensive support for Superyachts in the UK in 2012 offered by Burgess Marine

January 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The UK based ship repairer, Burgess Marine Ltd. offers its services, including both planned works and emergency support to Superyachts in the UK in 2012. Recently Burgess Marine has worked onboard the motor yacht Bystander, the sailing yacht Velsheda, the Hetairos superyacht, and the charter yacht Infinity as well as a 44m Feadship and a 64m Classic Motor Yacht. ... read full story

Overmarine Group at Dusseldorf Boat Show with Mangusta 92, Mangusta 130, Mangusta 165 and Mangusta 148 Oceano Yachts on display

January 24, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

For the first time in its history Overmarine Group is exhibiting in Düsseldorf in Hall 7A Stand B25 through the exposition of some scale Models: the motor yacht Mangusta 92, besides being equipped with new engines, also has new features; Mangusta 130 superyacht, this splendor yacht can reach a top speed up to 40 knots; the luxury yacht Mangusta 165, at present the fastest built Maxi-Open vessel in the world and the super yacht Mangusta 148 Oceano, the new tri-deck displacement vessel allowing Overmarine to enter a different market segment. ... read full story

Popular charter Yacht VvS1 available in the Mediterranean after 5 years in the Pacific

January 24, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The stunning and elegant charter yacht VvS1 is heading over to Europe after five very successful years of luxury yacht charter in the Pacific. She will now be available for charter in the Western Med and the Eastern Med. ... read full story

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