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.

Dubois-designed 37,5m Fitzroy sailing yacht ESCAPADE

August 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Delivered to her owners earlier this year, the beautiful 37,5-metre super yacht Escapade was built by Fitzroy Yachts to a design by Dubois Naval Architects. Her striking interiors have been designed by Design Unlimited. ... read full story

Launch and delivery of 58m Benetti motor yacht ILLUSION I (FB257)

August 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Italian shipyard, Benetti, has recently launched and delivered the brand new super yacht Illusion I (FB257). Set to make her World Debut at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show, she can comfortably sleep up to 12 guests. ... read full story

Wider Yachts unveils WIDER 32’ superyacht tender

August 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Italian shipyard, Wider Yachts, has recently unveiled their all-new Wider 32' luxury yacht tender to the Press and the public during a three day event, which was held in Italy's Ancona. ... read full story

Wider partners with Emerson on Wider 150’ and 165’ superyachts

August 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Wider Yachts have partnered with Emerson to develop the drive technology and Power Management System that will make the WIDER 150 and WIDER 165 superyachts truly unique. ... read full story

Extensive refit on 56m motor yacht ALUCIA completed by Diverse Projects

August 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Diverse Projects has recently completed an extensive refit of the 56m explorer yacht Alucia. This unique 40-year old vessel has been refitted in order to continue its commercial SOLAS standards and stay in survey for its multi-faceted operational requirements. ... read full story

KRM Yacht completes refit of motorsailer yacht SEA BEAUTY

August 11, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 32 meters in LOA, luxury charter yacht Sea Beauty was successfully re-launched at KRM Yacht in Turkey on July 26, following her extensive refit. ... read full story

Doyle Sailmakers fit magnificent 60m Perseus^3 Yacht with sails

August 08, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Doyle Sailmakers has fit the imposing 60m Perini Navi Sailing Yacht PERSEUS 3 with sails, following over two years of design, engineering and construction. ... read full story

First images of new 68m motor yacht concept by Tony Castro Design

August 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 68m superyacht concept has been proudly announced by Tony Castro Design. This offers deluxe accommodation in 6 beautiful cabins. ... read full story

The new propulsion system on ninth Mangusta 165 motor yacht PUMPKIN by Overmarine Group

August 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Super yacht Pumpkin by Overmarine Group is the latest Mangusta 165 vessel, boasting a number of important technological innovations as well as improvements in performance. These include a new propulsion system with 4 MTU 16V 2000 M94 2600hp engines. ... read full story

Horizon Yachts announces launch and delivery of first V80 motor yacht THE ONE

August 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Taiwan-based shipyard, Horizon Yachts, has successfully launched and delivered the first V80 Cockpit super yacht 'The One', built for first-time yacht owner. ... read full story

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