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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.

Rise in the use of iPad control on board Superyachts

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following the launch of super yacht Adastra in 2012, the demand for the use of iPad control on board superyachts has increased, according to Daragh O’Higgins, managing director at TechWorX - a market leader for home entertainment & IT systems aboard superyachts. ... read full story

Four luxury yachts designed by Guido de Groot showcased at three major international boat shows in September 2014

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Beautifully designed by Guido de Groot, four luxury vessels were exhibited at three prestigious international boat shows last month. These include the AB 116 superyacht MUSA that was showcased at the 2014 Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

New Ocean Alexander 112’ Tri-Level motor yacht project among IY&A Awards 2015 Finalists

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New Ocean Alexander 112’ Tri-Level super yacht project has been shortlisted to participate in the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2015, in the ‘Yacht Concept up to 40m’ category. ... read full story

Feadship directors Tom and Henk de Vries and 46m Feadship motor yacht COMO receive 2014 ISS Awards

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The annual International Superyacht Society’s Awards ceremony in Fort Lauderdale, Florida saw Feadship directors, Henk and Tom de Vries, as well as the 46m Feadship superyacht Como, receive the ISS Design & Leadership Awards 2014. ... read full story

ISS Design Award 2014 for sailing yacht INUKSHUK managed by MCM

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

MCM-managed superyacht INUKSHUK has won the prestigious International Superyacht Society Design & Leadership Award 2014 in the 'Best Sail 24-40m’ category. MCM's majestic sailing yacht MARIE is currently being showcased at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. ... read full story

ISS Design Award 2014 for Alloy sailing yacht MONDANGO 3

October 31, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's International Superyacht Society (ISS) Design Award went to the majestic 56,4-metre luxury yacht Mondango 3, built by Alloy Yachts. ... read full story

Videos showing 64m Perini Navi sailing yacht FELICITA WEST

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two videos showing the outstanding 64m Perini Navi charter yacht Felicita West, when her mast was being stepped back in and when she returned to the sea for sea trials, following her major refit. ... read full story

Video: Claasen Shipyards

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video presenting Claasen Shipyards - one of the most prominent yards in the Dutch luxury yacht building industry. ... read full story

Video from launch of first Nauta Air 90’ motor yacht NOGA at Cantiere delle Marche

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video showing the launch of the first Nauta Air 90’ super yacht NOGA, which took place at Cantiere delle Marche in Summer 2014. ... read full story

Baltic 107 sailing yacht INUKSHUK wins 2014 ISS Design Award

October 30, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The ISS Design Award 2014 in the category ‘Best sailing yacht in the 24m – 40m’ went to the majestic Baltic 107 super yacht Inukshuk, designed by German Frers. ... read full story

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