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.

Line Honours Victory for Baltic 78 sailing yacht LUPA OF LONDON at RORC Transatlantic Race 2014

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The inaugural RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 was marked by the Line Honours Victory of Jeremy Pilkington's British Baltic 78 charter yacht Lupa of London. She completed the race in an elapsed time of 11 days, 01 hour, 38 minutes and 55 seconds. ... read full story

Video: Highlights from SeaKeepers 2014 DISCOVERY Yacht expeditions

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video with the highlights from the 2014 DISCOVERY Yacht expeditions, released by The International Seakeepers Society. ... read full story

The International SeaKeepers Society returns from successful shark tagging expedition aboard motor yacht FUGITIVE and super yacht QING

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Last month, The International SeaKeepers Society returned from a successful shark tagging expedition aboard the 125' Northcoast super yacht Fugitive and the 150' Cheoy Lee motor yacht Qing, supporting the University of Miami and National Geographic. The expedition took place at Tiger Beach, a lovely Bahamas yacht charter destination. ... read full story

Excellent performance of Southern Wind SW 94 sailing yacht WINDFALL at inaugural RORC Transatlantic Race 2014

December 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 was a great success for the Southern Wind SW 94 super yacht Windfall. She completed the race scoring a second position in elapsed time and first in IRC Zero Class. ... read full story

New 56m sailing yacht AQUARIUS by Dykstra Naval Architects and Royal Huisman

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dykstra Naval Architects and Royal Huisman have proudly announced a new order for the 56m super yacht Aquarius, due to be delivered in the autumn of 2017. This beautiful classic ketch boasts elegant interiors by Mark Whiteley Design. ... read full story

Experience the presence of the Dominator D26M motor yacht Ilumen at Dusseldorf Boat Show 2015

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Next year's Dusseldorf Yacht Show will see Dominator Yachts offer its clients to walk through the 26M super yacht Ilumen that is not yet built, but is "sensed" as though she is thanks to virtual reality. ... read full story

69m trimaran motor yacht Project SUBSEE by Sylvain Viau Design (SVDesign)

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sylvain Viau Design (SVDesign) is currently working on the development of the all-new 69m motor yacht Project Subsee. This striking trimaran is especially dedicated to operate between 2 and 4 leisure submarines. ... read full story

Guide to the biggest 101 luxury yachts in the world

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Today, on December 11, 2014, the definitive guide to the world's biggest superyachts will go on sale in the January 2015 issue of Boat International magazine. The biggest yacht in the world remains the breath-taking 180 metre mega yacht Azzam, built by Lurssen to a design by Nauta Yachts. ... read full story

Asia Superyacht Rendezvous to celebrate its 14th anniversary this month

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Asia Superyacht Rendezvous will celebrate its 14th anniversary this month. The prominent event will once again host the world's finest yachts, including the 72m custom charter yacht Titania, which underwent a major refit in 2012. ... read full story

Motor yacht DOUBLE TROUBLE Interior Refresh by Wild Group International

December 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This month saw the 50m super yacht Double Trouble (ex Turquoise, La Naturalle Dee) undergo the interior refresh, performed by Wild Group International. ... read full story

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