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.

ISA motor yacht HAPPY HOUR receives galley transformation by Wild Group International

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by ISA Yachts to a design by Andrea Vallicelli in 2005, the 36,45m super yacht Happy Hour has recently undergone the galley transformation by Wild Group International. The textured foils now add a sense of additional quality to the finish. ... read full story

Port Louis Marina ready to welcome first yachts participating in RORC Transatlantic Race 2014

December 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Port Louis Marina, a lovely Grenada yacht holiday destination, is ready to welcome the first yachts taking part in the first RORC Transatlantic Race 2014: charter yacht Lupa of London and superyacht Windfall. ... read full story

RORC Transatlantic Race 2014: Day 11

December 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Day 11 of the currently running RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 saw a lead of over 10 miles for Jeremy Pilkington's Baltic 78 charter yacht Lupa of London. ... read full story

RORC Transatlantic Race 2014: Day 10

December 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Day 10 of the currently running RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 saw Russian Southern Wind 94 sailing yacht Windfall, skippered by Fabrizio Oddone, and Jeremy Pilkington's Baltic 78 charter yacht Lupa of London, race the last few hundred miles to the finish at Camper & Nicholsons' Port Louis Marina - a lovely Grenada yacht holiday destination. ... read full story

68m motor yacht AVIVA – The largest yacht to be wrapped in new high tech Färben marine foils and films by Wild Group International

December 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The impressive 68m Abeking & Rasmussen super yacht AVIVA (ex Aviva III) is currently in the Rybovich shipyard for a major refit. Next month will see her become the largest yacht to be wrapped in the new high tech Färben marine foils and films by Wild Group International. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Wild Oats XI heading into Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014

December 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Yesterday, December 9, 2014, saw Bob Oatley’s supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI claim top honours at the SOLAS Big Boat Challenge for the eighth time. The famous supermaxi is now heading into the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2014, starting on Boxing Day. ... read full story

New 75ft sailing yacht LA NINA under construction at Metur Yachts

December 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Turkish shipyard, Metur Yachts, is currently working on the construction of the 75-foot sailing yacht La Nina, due to be delivered next year. This beautiful sloop has been superbly penned by bespoke Hoek Design. ... read full story

Video: Heesen Yachts at the 55th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS)

December 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the prestigious Dutch manufacturer, Heesen Yachts, at the 2014 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS). During the event, the 65m Heesen superyacht Galactica Star (Project Omnia, YN 16465) received the 2014 ISS Design Award in the ‘Best in Design 65+’ category. ... read full story

Ferretti Custom Line presents new motor yacht Custom Line 108’

December 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ferretti Custom Line has proudly presented their all-new super yacht Custom Line 108’. Characterised by elegance, style and a sporty character, this new project innovates the planing line, making the brand take another extraordinary step forward. ... read full story

141m motor yacht YAS under sea trials

December 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The impressive 141m mega yacht YAS (ex Swift 141) is currently undergoing sea trials off the coast of the beautiful Abu Dhabi yacht holiday destination, positioned in the Middle East. This striking vessel was built by ADM Shipyards to a design by Pierrejean Design in 2011. ... read full story

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