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.

MCM and sailing yacht WISP to attend Monaco Yacht Show 2014

July 08, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by Royal Huisman to a design by Andre Hoek, the new 48-metre MCM #163 superyacht WISP (hull 393) will be displayed at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show in September. ... read full story

Esenyacht among IY&A Awards 2015 Finalists with GLORIOUS Yacht

July 08, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by Esenyacht, the luxurious sailing yacht GLORIOUS has been shortlisted for the International Yacht & Aviation Award 2015. This beautiful cruising ketch has entered the 'Sailing Yacht over 30 metres’ and the 'Sailing Yacht Interior Design' categories. ... read full story

Babcock’s Devonport Royal Dockyard facility completes and delivers unique motor yacht ALAMSHAR

July 08, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited, under the management of Babcock International Group PLC, has recently completed and handed over the 50-metre superyacht Alamshar (Project 305). This outstanding vessel features a unique all-gas-turbine propulsion system. ... read full story

Hull Lifting of Riviera 75 Enclosed Flybridge motor yacht Hull #3

July 08, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Riviera Yachts is currently working on the construction of their 75 Enclosed Flybridge motor yacht Hull #3, destined for Dubai owner. She will make her international premiere at the 2015 Dubai International Boat Show. ... read full story

Video: Superyacht Cup Palma 2014 attended by Claasen yachts

July 08, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Video showing the majestic Claasen yachts during the Superyacht Cup Palma 2014, which was hosted by the lovely Mallorca yacht holiday destination, positioned in the Mediterranean. ... read full story

Christensen Shipyards announces delivery of 50m D’NATALIN IV Yacht

July 08, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Delivery of the 160' Custom Series superyacht D'Natalin Iv (Project C-2014) has been proudly announced by Christensen Shipyards. Boasting a beautiful dark blue hull, this elegant vessel has been designed by the yard's in-house team, with interior design by Carol Williamson. ... read full story

Refitted 26m Feadship motor yacht Olympia (ex Monara) with items by FEEBE

July 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The outstanding 26m superyacht Olympia (ex Monara) has been beautifully refitted by her home yard, Feadship. She now boasts the new items supplied by FEEBE, including the deck crane, passerelle, balcony with boarding ladder as well as the central hydraulic powerpack for all systems. ... read full story

First AYSS PacificNet – Tahiti a Resounding Success

July 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The very first AYSS PacificNet – Tahiti, hosted by Asia Pacific Superyachts Tahiti, has been a great success. The event took place in the fantastic South Pacific yacht holiday destination – Tahiti at Marina Taina in Papeete on June 26, 2014. ... read full story

Classic 90-year-old sailing yacht CONDESA DEL MAR to make her debut at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2014

July 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Originally launched by the US builder Wilmington Shipyard to a design by L. Francis Herreshoff in 1990, the classic 23-metre sailing yacht Condesa del Mar will make her premiere at the 2014 Audi Hamilton Island Race Week. The race will run from August 16 to 23. ... read full story

Doyle sailing yacht SHOCKWAVE takes line honours and division win in Newport Bermuda Race

July 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Newport Bermuda Race has been marked by a great victory of Doyle sailing yacht Shockwave. Head of Design at Doyle Sails NZ sailed on board the yacht for the race, together with tactician Robbie Doyle. ... read full story

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