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.

Oceanco participated in the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2014

November 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The recently concluded Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show featured the scale models of the latest 86m-to-120m mega yacht projects by Oceanco. The model of the 86m superyacht Seven Seas, delivered in 2010, was also showcased during the event. ... read full story

Operation Cruise – A not-for-profit charitable program founded by Owner of motor yacht ONE MORE TOY Gary Markel

November 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Operation Cruise is a not-for-profit charitable programme, founded by the Owner of the 155' Christensen charter yacht One More Toy in January 2011. It offers wounded soldiers from the Special Operation Forces (SOF) the chance for mental and physical rehabilitation by sending them on a luxury cruise. ... read full story

Sailing catamaran Sunreef 156 ULTIMATE – Best Sailing Boat of the Year 2014 at Robb Report’s Best of the Best

November 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sailing superyacht Sunreef 156 ULTIMATE by Sunreef Yachts has been selected as the Best Sailing Boat of the Year 2014 at Robb Report's Best of the Best. The prize was handed over at the Peninsula Hotel in Shanghai on October 27, 2014. ... read full story

Hodgdon sailing yacht COMANCHE on the way to Sydney

November 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

launched by the US shipyard Hodgdon Yachts just a few weeks ago, the 100-foot pre-preg carbon racing yacht COMANCHE has set sail for the lovely Australia yacht holiday location - Sydney. ... read full story

Videos from refit of 64m Perini Navi sailing yacht FELICITA WEST

November 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two videos showing the recent extensive refit of the 64m Perini Navi charter yacht Felicita West, available for rent in the Caribbean and Mediterranean yacht holiday destinations. ... read full story

Philippe Briand presents 46m sailing yacht PS46 at the Monaco Yacht Show 2014

November 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Monaco Yacht Show was marked by the introduction of the 46m super yacht PS46 by Philippe Briand and Alloy Yachts. She represents a fully engineered turnkey project, ready to start construction immediately. ... read full story

Rossinavi signs contract for new 62m motor yacht Hull FR031

November 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Italian manufacturer, Rossinavi, has signed the new 62-metre semi-displacement superyacht Hull FR031 for build. The new order was announced during the 2014 Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show. ... read full story

Successful sea trials for 60m Feadship motor yacht ROCK.IT (hull 687)

November 03, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The outstanding 60m Feadship super yacht ROCK.IT (hull 687) has completed her first sea trials with a great success. Designed by Sinot Yacht Design, this striking vessel offers deluxe accommodation to 10 guests in total. ... read full story

Mulder 98 Flybridge Yacht YN1391 successfully completes technical sea trials

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Mulder 98 Flybridge super yacht YN1391 has recently completed her technical sea trials with a great success, achieving a maximum speed of 22 knots; two knots more than expected. The vessel made its world debut at last month's HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show. ... read full story

NZ Marine announces strong entries for 2015 New Zealand Millennium Cup

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Next year's NZ Millennium Cup will boast a strong line-up of luxury vessels, including Yachting Developments charter yacht BLISS, as well as Perini Navi superyacht Silencio. ... read full story

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