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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 by YachtVid: Party for new motor yacht Ocean Alexander 100 at FLIBS 2014

November 18, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the party hosted by Ocean Alexander, in order to celebrate the launch of the brand new super yacht Ocean Alexander 100 at this year’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS). ... read full story

Olivier van Meer Design nominated for IY&A Award 2015 with motor yacht NASSIMA

November 18, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Superbly penned by Olivier van Meer Design, the 49m Acico charter yacht NASSIMA, has been announced as one of the finalists for the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015, in the ‘Power Yacht over 40 metres’ category. ... read full story

Video: New Motor Yacht Viking 75 at full speed in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

November 18, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the all-new Viking 75 yacht running in the lovely Florida yacht rental location - Fort Lauderdale. ... read full story

Ten reasons to visit this week’s Global Superyacht Forum (GSF)

November 17, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

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Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the Global Superyacht Forum 2014 is set to kick off today, on Monday, November 17. One of the reasons to attend this prestigious event is the 'BV80 Case Study' - the final sesson of the GSF 2014, which will see Blohm & Voss and Eidsgaard Design discuss the research, creative design, marketing and presentation of mega yacht BV80. ... read full story

Video: Monte Carlo Yachts motor yacht MCY 76 returning to Fort Lauderdale, Florida

November 17, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the Monte Carlo Yachts MCY 76 yacht, while coming back to the lovely Florida yacht holiday location – Fort Lauderdale. The vessel has been superbly penned by Nuvolari & Lenard. ... read full story

Horizon Yachts announces launch of third RP110 motor yacht PARADISE

November 17, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Third RP110 super yacht Paradise by Horizon has successfully hit the water. This beautiful vessel can comfortably sleep up to 10 guests and 6 crew members. ... read full story

Videoworks participates in refit of ISA 470 motor yacht AQUAMARINA

November 17, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

ISA 470 super yacht Aquamarina has completed her refit in Australia. Italian company, Videoworks, has worked together with the shipyard to undertake the refit. ... read full story

Horizon Yachts at the 2014 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

November 14, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful 2014 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show for the prominent Taiwan-based builder Horizon, with four luxury yachts on display. The company is now preparing to attend the 2015 Miami Yacht and Brokerage Show, with a beautiful P110 superyacht on display. ... read full story

New Classic Canvas Collection launched by Coast New Zealand

November 14, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Coast New Zealand, specialists in handmade luxury luggage, textiles and furnishings for the superyacht industry, have proudly announced the launch of their all-new Classic Canvas Collection. This combines hard-wearing materials with casual elegance. ... read full story

Photos of impressive 162m motor yacht ECLIPSE by Blohm & Voss in Bermuda

November 14, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Photos of the breath-taking 162m mega yacht ECLIPSE in Bermuda. This voluminous vessel was built by Blohm & Voss to a design by Hermidas Atabeyki in 2009. ... read full story

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