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.

Yachting Developments diversify to provide a full service offering for yachts

May 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

After a consolidation of staff in early 2013, the well known NZ luxury yacht builder, Yachting Developments, has diversified to come out stronger, providing a full service offering for yachts. This includes refit work, survey work and haul outs, interior fittings and new build work. ... read full story

Photos from launch of new Benetti Sail Division BLUE BERRY Yacht

May 27, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Photos from the recent launch of the all-new BSD 108' RS Canoe Stern super yacht Blue Berry at Benetti Sail Division in Viareggio, Italy. ... read full story

New England Yacht Charter Special aboard 50m Mega Yacht ARIANNA this August

May 26, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The beautiful 50m mega yacht ARIANNA is currently offering a fantastic New England yacht charter special for the upcoming August. Book Arianna superyacht from August 15th to 24th and enjoy an unforgettable New England yacht vacation in America at a reduced rate of US$ 175,000 per week plus expenses! Motor yacht ARIANNA is a multi-award-winning... ... read full story

Videos of Nordhavn 86 luxury yacht Koonoona in Malaysia

May 26, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two videos showing the arrival as well as departure of the 10th Nordhavn 86 motor yacht Koonoona from the lovely Southeast yacht charter destination - Malaysia, as part of her delivery. ... read full story

Video of Vitters sailing yacht CINDERELLA IV under sea trials

May 26, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Video showing the 39m Vitters superyacht Cinderella IV under sea trials. She has recently completed a full rigging program with RSB Rigging Solutions. ... read full story

MAGIC BLUE and LIONHEART Yachts Winners of the inaugural Menorca Maxi

May 26, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The overall winners of this year's very first Menorca Maxi have become superyacht Magic Blue in the Wally Class and sailing yacht Lionheart in the J Class. ... read full story

Launch of Superyacht Vet Service

May 26, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new Superyacht Vet Service (SVS) has been recently launched, offering bespoke veterinary services to the superyacht industry. The company was founded by Dr Siobhan Brade, who worked as the veterinary advisor to a number of yachts travelling through the Asia-Pacific, including the 42m motor yacht The Big Blue, as well as the 90m sailing yacht Athena. ... read full story

Latest photos of Nordhavn 86 super yacht Koonoona from her delivery

May 26, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Photos of the 10th Nordhavn 86 superyacht Koonoona, cruising from Malaysia to Singapore, in the Southeast Asia yacht charter location, as part of her delivery. ... read full story

Sunreef 60 LOFT Yacht Range The Most Popular Amongst Sunreef Yachts Customers

May 26, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Polish builder, Sunreef Yachts, has proudly announced that their Sunreef 60 LOFT yacht range has become the most popular amongst their customers. The yard has recently launched the second Sunreef 60 LOFT sailing yacht MERI II. ... read full story

Update on construction of Hatteras GT70 Yacht

May 26, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Hatteras Yachts is making a huge progress in the construction of their new motor yacht GT70, set to make her premiere at the 2014 Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show. The 2600BHP MTU engines have been recently set for the final finish. ... read full story

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