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.

Video: Classic sailing yacht NEORION (ex Green Seagull) designed by Olivier van Meer

February 05, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the 95 classic superyacht Neorion (ex Green Seagull), launched by Bloemsma Shipyard to a design by Olivier van Meer in 2014. ... read full story

Horizon motor yacht V80 to debut in the USA this spring

February 05, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand new Horizon super yacht V80 will make her premiere in the USA this spring. She was moved to the test tank as a part of her final build process earlier this week. ... read full story

Heesen Yachts launch 50m YN 16750 motor yacht SIBELLE

February 04, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The launch of the 50m YN 16750 super yacht SIBELLE has been proudly announced by Heesen Yachts. She offers deluxe accommodation to up to 10 guests in five lovely cabins. ... read full story

New image of Benetti superyacht VELOCE 140

February 04, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new running image of the Benetti super yacht Veloce 140', superbly penned by Stefano Righini, with interior design by Redman Whiteley Dixon. ... read full story

Bannenberg & Rowell-designed 70m motor yacht Hull 812 enters dry dock at Feadship Royal van Lent yard

February 04, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Bannenberg & Rowell-designed 70m mega yacht Hull 812 was spotted on January 31, 2015, while entering the dry dock at the Feadship Royal van Lent yard on Kaag island, the Netherlands for outfitting and completion. The vessel is due to be delivered next year. ... read full story

Oyster Yachts close two new contracts at 2015 Dusseldorf Boat Show

February 04, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful Dusseldorf Boat Show 2015 for Oyster Yachts, displaying the Oyster 825 superyacht REINA as the largest sailing yacht for the second consecutive year. The prominent British shipyard signed two new contracts during the event. ... read full story

Video: New Hatteras GT70 Yacht

February 04, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the journey on the brand new Hatteras GT70 yacht - the largest convertible ever built by the US shipyard. The vessel will be showcased at this year’s Miami Boat Show, starting in the lovely Florida yacht vacation location – Miami on February 12. ... read full story

Three Dubois superyacht designs among World Superyacht Awards 2015 Finalists

February 04, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Three Dubois designs have been announced as the World Superyacht Awards 2015 Finalists: Feadship luxury yacht Como, Alloy super yacht Mondango 3, as well as Fitzroy sailing yacht Escapade. ... read full story

Piers Wilson receives inaugural Superyacht UK Lifetime Achievement Award

February 03, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Piers Wilson is the deserving recipient of the inaugural Superyacht UK Lifetime Achievement award. The all-new prize was presented to Piers at the annual Superyacht UK (SYUK) Technical Seminar on Thursday 15 January 2015. ... read full story

Sailing yacht MALTESE FALCON with ‘DynaRig’ by MAGMA Structures

February 03, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

MAGMA Structures is a global leader in composite technology. The company’s work includes creating an advanced ‘Dynarig’ - a highly efficient, reliable, practical, easy to use and, above all, safe sailing system - for the 88m Perini Navi luxury charter yacht Maltese Falcon. ... read full story

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