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.

Seattle Boat Show 2015 to open its doors next week

January 13, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Seattle Boat Show (Indoors +Afloat) will kick off next week, running from January 23 to February 1. The 2015 event will boast the biggest and most expensive yacht in the Show's 68-year history: the 164' Westport superyacht Evviva. ... read full story

New CEO for Blohm+Voss

January 13, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Fred van Beers has been appointed as new Chief Executive Officer Management Board (CEO) of the leading German superyacht shipyard, Blohm+Voss. He will start leading the company's growth strategy as of 1 March 2015. ... read full story

KRM Yacht starts working on refit of 31m Bilgin motor yacht APRIL

January 13, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

KRM Yacht in Turkey is currently working on the refit of the 31m luxury yacht April, expected to last 6 months. The vessel was originally built by Bilgin Yachts in 2006. ... read full story

The recent sale of three yachts announced by Cheoy Lee

January 13, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Cheoy Lee has proudly announced the recent sale of three vessels: Alpha 76 Express yacht, Alpha 76 Flybridge yacht, as well as Global 104 superyacht. The new 104 is already in build, and is the result of a collaboration between naval architect Overing Yacht Designs, Cheoy Lee, and interior designer Sylvia Bolton Design. ... read full story

Sea trials for 101m motor yacht I DYNASTY (V853)

January 13, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 101m mega yacht I DYNASTY (V853) is currently going through sea trials. Built by Kusch Yachts to a design by The A group, this striking vessel has been developed by Vega Yachts. ... read full story

Motor yacht LE LUTTEUR refitted by Cobra Yacht

January 12, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxury motor yacht Le Lutteur is a tugboat-type vessel, beautifully refitted by Cobra Yacht to a design by Scaro Design. This lovely 30m vessel provides comfortable accommodation in 3 cabins. ... read full story

Dominator motor yacht Ilumen to be brought to life by virtual reality at Dusseldorf Boat Show 2015

January 12, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This Saturday, January 17, 5 pm at the Düsseldorf Boat Show 2015, will be marked by the world premiere of the Dominator virtual reality experience. During the event, the Dominator D26M super yacht Ilumen will be brought to life by virtual reality. ... read full story

New photos of Royal Huisman sailing yacht BLUE PAPILLON

January 12, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Royal Huisman has released a series of beautiful photos of their 43m super yacht Blue Papillon, under sail in the lovely Mediterranean yacht rental locations. The 2013 sloop features naval architecture by German Frers and interior design by Rhoades Young. ... read full story

Video: Princess 35M motor yacht Hull #1 entering next phase of her construction

January 12, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the Princess Yachts team while fitting the powerful twin MTU V16 2,637mhp engines of the first Princess 35M superyacht. ... read full story

Video: Maiden voyage of 46m Feadship motor yacht NORTHERN LIGHT

January 12, 2015

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the 46m Feadship charter yacht Northern Light during her 2001 maiden voyage from IJmuiden in Holland to Puerto Banus in Marbella. ... read full story

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