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.

Sailing yacht OCEANAID concept by Harun Kemali, Gurbuz Bilici and Isik Goren

February 02, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Naval architects Harun Kemali and Gürbüz Bilici, in collaboration with final year architecture student Işık Gören, have superbly penned the 45m super yacht Oceanaid concept. Environmentally friendly, high-tech and fast, the vessel is fitted with a diesel-electric propulsion system, driving two pod drives beneath the hull. ... read full story

Videos: 101m Feadship motor yacht Project 808 at launch

February 02, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two videos from the launch of the largest Feadship yacht to date: the 101,50-metre superyacht Project 808, beautifully designed by Tim Heywood. ... read full story

Motor Yacht LA BELLE concept by Lidia Bersani Luxury Design

January 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The breath-taking and imposing 80-metre super yacht LA BELLE concept has been introduced by Lidia Bersani Luxury Design from Monaco as the first Mega Yacht designed for a Lady. The vessel can sleep up to 12 guests in maximum comfort. ... read full story

Launch of 101m Feadship motor yacht Hull 808

January 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The launch of the outstanding 101,50m mega yacht Project 808 has been proudly announced by the leading Dutch shipyard, Feadship. The first Feadship to be fully compliant with the new Passenger Yacht Code regulations, this striking vessel has been beautifully designed by bespoke Tim Heywood. ... read full story

Video: 50m Heesen motor yacht SATORI

January 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video presenting the 50m super yacht SATORI (YN 152250), launched by Heesen Yachts to a design by Omega Architects in 2011. ... read full story

50m Heesen motor yacht SKY under refit at Monaco Marine’s La Ciotat shipyard

January 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Monaco Marine’s La Ciotat shipyard is currently working on a major refit of the 50m Heesen super yacht SKY, scheduled for completion in April 2015. The refit includes the exterior makeover, full paint job of the hull and superstructure, the yacht’s 5-year survey, interior refit, as well as overhaul of the main engines and generators. ... read full story

Marcelo Penna Yacht Design among IY&A Awards 2015 Finalists with sailing yacht LAMIMA

January 30, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Superyacht Lamima has been nominated for the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015 in the ‘Sailing Yacht over 30 Metres’ and the 'Interior Design Award – Sailing Yacht' categories. The vessel is an Indonesian gaff-ketch traditional phinisi, beautifully designed by Marcelo Penna Yacht Design. ... read full story

Registration for Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous to close on January 30

January 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Registration for this year's Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta & Rendezvous will close on January 30, 2015. Set to run in the beautiful Virgin Gorda yacht vacation location from March 11 to 14, the popular Caribbean regatta will host such outstanding vessels as the 60m Perini Navi charter yacht Seahawk. ... read full story

Interior images of first Sunreef 74 sailing yacht WILDBERRY

January 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The interior images of the first Sunreef 74 catamaran WildBerry, launched by Sunreef Yachts last month. The vessel can easily sleep up to 6 guests in maximum comfort. ... read full story

Princess Yachts celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year

January 29, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious British luxury yacht manufacturer, Princess Yachts, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The company is currently working on two new M class vessels: luxury yacht Princess 30M and super yacht Princess 35M, both expected to be launched this year. ... read full story

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