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.

New 98m motor yacht SEA ARROW design by Verme Projects

October 17, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 98 meters in length, super yacht Sea Arrow design is a striking concept, proudly introduced by Verme Projects from Italy. The vessel is available in multiple interior layouts and with a helipad. ... read full story

Video: FDHF motor yacht ALIVE (YN17042) by Heesen Yachts

October 17, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video presenting the 42m Heesen super yacht ALIVE (YN17042). She represents the first luxury motor yacht equipped with Hull Vane, as well as the Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF), developed by Van Oossanen Naval Architects. ... read full story

Arrival of 75,80m motor yacht ICON 250 hull at ICON Yachts

October 17, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The hull of the impressive 75,80m mega yacht ICON 250 has recently arrived at ICON Yachts in the Netherlands. Due to be completed in early 2017, this striking vessel has been beautifully designed by Tim Heywood, with interior design by Studio Massari. ... read full story

Launch of new Horizon RP110 motor yacht PARADISE

October 17, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Taiwan-based shipyard, Horizon Yachts, has successfully launched the brand new Horizon RP110 super yacht Paradise. Designed by JC Espinosa, she is currently going through sea trials, before her delivery to Australia. ... read full story

100-foot limit lifted for 2015 Rolex Fastnet and Rolex Middle Sea Races

October 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 100-foot (30,47m) LOA monohull limit has been raised for the 2015 editions of the Rolex Fastnet Race as well as the Rolex Middle Sea Race. This will entice yachts over 100ft to compete. ... read full story

A very successful Monaco Yacht Show 2014

October 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Monaco Yacht Show was a huge success. The event hosted an amazing number of 115 superyachts afloat and 510 companies. ... read full story

30m Sarp sailing yacht THE GEM with interior design by Stephen Huish

October 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

UK-based yacht interior design studio, Stephen Huish Design, has proudly unveiled the interior for the 30m sailing yacht THE GEM. The vessel has been designed by Tanju Kalaycioglu of Taka Yacht Design, with engineering by Sarp Yachts. ... read full story

Delivery of 20,25m Bestevaer 66ST sailing yacht ANABEL

October 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The lovely 20,25m Bestevaer 66ST sailing yacht ANABEL has been successfully handed over to her Owner, following her participation in the 2014 HISWA in-water Boat Show in Amsterdam. The vessel was built by KM Yachtbuilders to a design by Dykstra Naval Architects. ... read full story

Asia Pacific Superyachts reports arrival of Sunseeker 40M superyacht TANVAS at Wave Master shipyard

October 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Wave Master superyacht shipyard is currently hosting the Sunseeker 40M motor yacht Tanvas for the fifth time, as reported by Asia Pacific Superyachts. Other yachts visiting the facility this year also include charter yacht Shamoun. ... read full story

Additional renderings of 44m Spirit of Tradition sailing yacht ANTHEM concept by Stephens Waring Yacht Design

October 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The additional renderings of the 44m super yacht Anthem concept has been proudly unveiled by Stephens Waring Yacht Design. This beautiful Spirit of Tradition maxi ketch has been optimized for family cruising and professionally crewed luxury yacht charters. ... read full story

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