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.

Five Astondoa Yachts Sold in Six Months

April 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a busy and very exciting time at G-Marine, the exclusive distributor of Astondoa yachts for North America, as well as Central and South America. The company has retail sold 5 Astondoa yachts in only 6 months. ... read full story

Brand new Superyacht WIDER 150 to be launched in September 2015

April 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the breath-taking 46m super yacht WIDER 150, presently under construction at the Italian shipyard WIDER Yachts in Ancona. She is scheduled for launch in September 2015. ... read full story

Transport of all-new Sailing Yacht SWAN 115 by Nautor’s Swan

April 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Photos of the all-new superyacht SWAN 115 by Nautor’s Swan, being transported from her birthplace at Nautor's Swan lamination facilities in Kållby to the BTC assembly by the water in Pietarsaari. ... read full story

Refit of 90’ Palmer Johnson Motor Yacht ASHA at Front Street Shipyard

April 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Front Street Shipyard has worked on a comprehensive refit of the 90' Palmer Johnson super yacht ASHA over winter and spring. This month was marked by the re-launch of this lovely vessel. ... read full story

Gorgeous Azimut 105 Motor Yacht BABIECA spotted in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

April 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the Azimut 105 super yacht Babieca, while heading out of the beautiful Florida yacht charter destination - Fort Lauderdale. ... read full story

Beautiful 52m Superyacht JADE 959 by Jade Yachts

April 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Photos of the 51,8m super yacht Jade 959, built by the Taiwan-based shipyard Jade Yachts in 2014. Designed by Espinosa Yacht Design, the vessel can sleep up to 12 guests in utmost in luxury. ... read full story

New 50m Fast Displacement Motor Yacht NOVA unveiled by Heesen Yachts

April 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Heesen Yachts has unveiled more details on their newest 50m Fast Displacement superyacht NOVA (YN 17850). Designed by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects, she is scheduled for completion in Spring 2017. ... read full story

Refit of 172’ Feadship Superyacht GALLANT LADY at Derecktor – Florida

April 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The beautiful 174' super yacht Gallant Lady has been at Derecktor - Florida since September 2014, undergoing the replacement of her teak decks as well as a full re-paint. The vessel was originally built by Feadship to a design by De Voogt and Rick Jorden 20 years ago. ... read full story

Gorgeous 118’ Burger Motor Yacht TWILIGHT back at Derecktor

April 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The beautiful 118ft super yacht Twilight has returned to Derecktor Florida for a refit. Originally launched by Burger Boats in 1985, she visited Derecktor for the first time in the mid-1990's as Silver Cloud. ... read full story

Beautiful 46m Feadship Motor Yacht CONSTANCE (ex JANA) begins refit at Pendennis

April 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The lovely 46m Feadship charter yacht Constance (ex Jana) has started a major refit at Pendennis in the UK, scheduled for completion in Winter 2015/16. ... read full story

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