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.

Mengi Yay starts working on new 45m Motor Yacht AQUARIUS (NB93)

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new 45-metre NB93 super yacht AQUARIUS (project name) is currently under construction at the Mengi Yay shipyard in Turkey. Designed by Oğuzhan Güler, the vessel will comfortably sleep up to 10 guests. ... read full story

All-New Hatteras 100 RPH Motor Yacht Hull No. 3 Launched

June 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

US shipyard, Hatteras Yachts, has successfully launched the third Hatteras 100 Raised Pilothouse (RPH) yacht, a sistership to superyachts Mr Loui and Magalita V. ... read full story

All-new 77m Explorer Motor Yacht YERSIN designed by Pierre J. KUBIS Designs

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This month was marked by the naming ceremony of the impressive 77-metre explorer yacht YERSIN, constructed by the Piriou Shipyard in France to a design by Pierre J. Kubis Designs. She has been built around the A.S.E. project, with three key objectives in mind as to how the vessel will be deployed: Adventure, Science and Education. ... read full story

World Premiere of New BENETTI Motor Yacht VIVACE 125’ at Cannes Yachting Festival

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new Benetti Fast Displacement super yacht VIVACE 125' is set to make her world debut at the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival 2015 in September. A sistership to VELOCE 140' yacht, she can comfortably sleep 8 guests in 4 deluxe suites and the owner's apartments. ... read full story

New Sunseeker 116 Yacht Exclusive Preview

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunseeker International is currently working on the new '116 Yacht' superyacht. Destined for entertaining in style, the vessel is scheduled for launch in Spring 2016. ... read full story

All-new Motor Yacht ‘131 Yacht’ by SUNSEEKER

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This is a video introducing the latest Sunseeker 131 Yacht, currently under construction, with launch scheduled for January 2016. ... read full story

Extensive facilities and workforce expansion at Pendennis Shipyard

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Pendennis Shipyard in UK’s Falmouth has successfully completed and christened its 7,564m² non-tidal wet basin. This has already hosted 6 superyachts from its opening in May 2015. ... read full story

All-new Superyacht Mulder 2800 RPH – Full Beam concept

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Additional renderings of the new Mulder 2800 Raised Pilot House - Full Beam concept, also featured on CharterWorld on April 7, 2015. This striking vessel has been entirely designed by Frank Laupman from Omega Architects. ... read full story

Beautiful Hargrave 101’ RPH Motor Yacht SOLO TU underway

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the Hargrave 101' Raised Pilothouse super yacht SOLO TU, while leaving the beautiful Fort Lauderdale yacht charter destination, nestled in Florida. ... read full story

Take a glimpse at New MAJESTY 155 Yacht – Gulf Craft’s largest and latest addition to Majesty Yachts brand

June 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest photos of the all-new MAJESTY 155 superyacht - the largest Gulf Craft vessel belonging to the Majesty Yachts brand. ... read full story

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