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.

Double Triumph for Azimut Benetti Group at Asia Boating Awards 2014

May 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Azimut Benetti Group has proudly announced that during the recent 10th Asia Boating Awards ceremony, Azimut Yachts has been awarded in the "Best Brand Presence in Asia" category, while the superb 56-meter Benetti motor yacht "Lady Candy" has won in the category "Best Worldwide Custom Built Yacht". ... read full story

Claasen Shipyards – Official ‘industry partner’ of Superyacht Cup Palma

May 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Claasen Shipyards has become an official ‘industry partner’ of this year's Superyacht Cup Palma, running in the lovely Spain yacht charter location - Palma de Mallorca from June 18 to 21. ... read full story

Princess Yachts confirms UK premiere of S72 Yacht at British Motor Yacht Show

May 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand new motor yacht S72 will make her UK premiere at this week's British Motor Yacht Show, as confirmed by Princess Yachts International. She will be exhibited alongside such lovely vessels as Sunseeker superyacht Predator 80. ... read full story

Duo of awards for sailing yacht INUKSHUK with interior design by Adam Lay at WSA 2014

May 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Boasting beautiful interior design by Adam Lay Studio, the Baltic superyacht Inukshuk has been awarded the 'Best Sailing Yacht in her class (30m to 39.99m)' as well as 'Sailing Yacht of the Year' at the 2014 World Superyacht Awards. ... read full story

WSA 2014 for Motor Yacht ENIGMA XK converted into superyacht by Atlantic Refit Center

May 12, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Beautifully converted into a superb luxury yacht by Atlantic Refit Center in 2013, the breath-taking 72m mega yacht Enigma XK (ex Norna) has received the 2014 World Superyacht Award in the 'Best Yacht Conversion' category. ... read full story

Ferretti Group attending Hong Kong Gold Coast Boat Show 2014

May 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ferretti Group is currently participating in the Hong Kong Gold Coast Boat Show 2014, which has officially started today, on May 9. The company is displaying the largest array of Ferretti Group yachts ever seen in Hong Kong, including the Asia Pacific premiere of the special edition Ferretti Altura 840 superyacht “Tai He Ban by Ferretti”. ... read full story

Impressive 90m mega yacht ARCTIC SUN concept by Dennis Ingemansson

May 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring impressive 90 meters in LOA, superyacht ARCTIC SUN concept is the result of a collaboration of the Swedish designer Dennis Ingemansson with Pendennis shipyard UK and Rolls Royce naval engineering. This superb vessel can comfortably sleep 12 guests. ... read full story

Official unveiling of WIDER 32′ yacht tender

May 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

WIDER Yachts has proudly announced the world premiere of their all-new WIDER 32' superyacht tender, set for June 13 to 15, 2014. This lovely boat is available as a custom tender to the superyacht WIDER 150’ or as a modern and stylish sport cruiser. ... read full story

New WIDER 165′ Yacht by WIDER Yachts taking shape

May 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set for completion in 2016, the new WIDER 165' superyacht starts taking shape at the WIDER shipyard in Italy's Ancona. The first plates of this striking vessel were cut earlier this week. ... read full story

Sanlorenzo motor yacht SL96 Special Edition reaches Hong Kong

May 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sanlorenzo China has proudly announced that the all-new Sanlorenzo SL96 Special Edition superyacht has just arrived in Hong Kong. She represents the first yacht to be specially designed for Chinese yacht-owners and their unique preferences. ... read full story

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