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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.
Top 10 biggest yachts of the world
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These are the very largest private luxury yachts launched between 2015 and 2016. ... read full story
Ferrari Franchi unveils new aluminium F60 superyacht concept
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The Ferrari Franchi Studio in Italy has revealed its latest superyacht concept: a 60m all aluminium semi displacement yacht featuring a folding balcony and a touch and go helicopter landing pad. Continuing its efforts to enhance and improve maritime architecture and performance, Ferrari Franchi have modified the typical superyacht design to create larger outdoor spaces.... ... read full story
Cloudbreak completes Iceland leg of world tour
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Explorer yacht CLOUDBREAK has arrived in Iceland after departing from German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen earlier in June. The 73 metre yacht has completed her first leg of a world tour and is set to cross the North Atlantic to Greenland as her next destination. As sturdy as her appearance and fitting seamlessly into the... ... read full story
Oceanco unveils new 90m superyacht design ‘Sunny Memories’
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In collaboration with Dennis Ingemansson Design, Oceanco has recently revealed its impressive new 90m design. SUNNY MEMORIES has strong design features drawn from modern trends, including stark contrasting tones and large, rounded angles and gentle curvature. SUNNY MEMORIES is able to accommodate 14 guests over 7 cabins: 1 master suite and 6 double cabins, all... ... read full story
After 2015 refit, 112m Le Grand Bleu returns to the seas
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A familiar sight in the Mediterranean and Caribbean for the past 16 years, Le Grand Bleu was and still is one of the most resilient and versatile luxury yachts chartering the world’s oceans. Built in 2000 at Bremer Vulkan shipyard in Germany, Le Grand Bleu returned home for an extensive refit and maintenance in the... ... read full story
50m superyacht Ipanema launched by Mondomarine
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Mondomarine has recently launched the Savona shipyard’s 64th project: 50m luxury yacht IPANEMA, designed by Hot Lab in Milan. Her intense and contemporary hull colour was chosen by her owner and coupled with her angular shape and sleek curves, IPANEMA will find herself in the spotlight at any marina. Built entirely from aluminium, IPANEMA is... ... read full story
P/R: Sunseeker to recruit over 200 skilled staff in UK
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Popular luxury yacht manufacturing company Sunseeker has announced plans to increase its staff at its UK headquarters and main assembly facility in Poole, Dorset. Originally looking to recruit 100 new employees, that figure has more than doubled to ensure its future models for 2016 onwards to ensure timely delivery and outstanding quality. The following is... ... read full story
Luxury yacht Light Holic ready for Mediterranean charter
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60m/197ft superyacht LIGHT HOLIC is available for immediate charter in the Eastern and Western Mediterranean. A model example of contemporary style and functionality, LIGHT HOLIC from CRN lives up to her name both inside and out. Making use of reflective surfaces and a pale colour palette, LIGHT HOLIC employs both natural and artificial light... ... read full story
Codecasa announces launch of Hull F76 from its Vintage Series
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The first Codecassa 43 Full Beam luxury yacht from the Vintage Series – Hull F76 – has been launched from the Codecasa manufacturing yard in Viareggio, Italy. The following is a press release from Codecasa. Press Release The Codecasa Shipyards are proud to announce that they have just launched their new CODECASA 43 Full Beam –... ... read full story
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