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.

Special Charter Rate offered by 37m Benetti superyacht EDESIA in Italy

July 02, 2018

Written by Sally Gardner-Cochran

The 37m Benetti motor yacht EDESIA with a launch in 2014 is offering a reduced rate for a week’s charter between July 9th and 18th from Porto Cervo in Sardinia to Bonifacio in Corsica, with no repositioning fees. Her naval architecture is by Stefano Righini, while her interior styling is the work of Francois Zuretti. Up to... ... read full story

Dominator 28M Ilumen Motor Yacht ZALANKA Touches Water

July 02, 2018

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury yacht builder, Dominator Yachts, has announced the launch of its Ilumen 28m motor yacht ZALANKA, a sister ship to Cadet V, which has taken place this past Saturday. ... read full story

Feadship 74m superyacht SHERPA

July 02, 2018

Written by Maria Korotaeva

Feadship superyacht Sherpa. Photo credit Instagram:@robbie_reewijk

Sherpa was spotted in Holland before the final outfitting stage and sea trials. ... read full story

Project Virtus enters final stages at Mengi-Yay shipyard

July 02, 2018

Written by Rachael Steele

Motor yacht PROJECT VIRTUS has move to a second hangar at the Mengi-Yay shipyard in Turkey in preparation for her launch date around the summer of 2019. ... read full story

Mengi-Yay launches sailing yacht Extreme

July 02, 2018

Written by Rachael Steele

Turkish shipyard Mengi-Yay has launched the 40m/131ft sailing yacht EXTREME, designed by Ginton with interior styling from Guido de Groot. ... read full story

Benetti launches M/Y Zehra, third hull in the Delfino 95′ series

June 28, 2018

Written by Rachael Steele

Benetti has announced the launch of 29m/95ft superyacht ZEHRA, the third hull in the Delfino 95' series. ... read full story

Princess Yachts to debut M/Y Bandazul at Cannes Yachting Festival and Monaco Yacht Show

June 28, 2018

Written by Rachael Steele

Princess Yachts has announced the attendance of 30m/100ft motor yacht BANDAZUL, which was launched earlier this year, at the Cannes Yachting Festival and the Monaco Yacht Show in September. ... read full story

Azimut Grande 32 Metri to attend Cannes Yachting Festival this September

June 26, 2018

Written by Maria Korotaeva

The AZIMUT GRANDE METRI 32, due to debut at the Cannes yachting Festival this September, is sure to attract interest with styling from internationally recognised Stefano Righini and Achille Salvagni and high performance using a D2P hull configuration and engines capable of up to 26.5 knots. ... read full story

Yacht Video: 74m Abeking & Rasmussen ELANDESS on sea trials

June 26, 2018

Written by Maria Korotaeva

Yet another luxury superyacht has completed her sea trials and is ready to be delivered to her owner for the Mediterranean yachting season. The imposing 74m Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht ELANDESS was launched in May 2018. She was designed by Harrison Eidsgaard, who created her plumb bow and beautiful exterior lines.  Accommodation onboard is for up... ... read full story

Mega Yacht Delivered: 88.5m ILUSSION PLUS

June 25, 2018

Written by Maria Korotaeva

Luxury mega yacht ILUSSION PLUS has been delivered. She is the largest yachts ever built in China. More info here. ... read full story

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