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.

RMK-refitted motor yacht KEYLA with new interior design by Hot Lab wins World Superyacht Award 2014

May 08, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Originally launched by Trinity Yachts in 2003, the beautifully refitted 45-metre superyacht Keyla has won the World Superyacht Award 2014 for the rebuild superyacht category. She has been refitted by RMK Marine, with new interior design by Hot Lab – Yacht & Design studio. ... read full story

72m VSY mega yacht STELLA MARIS featured in popular award-winning soap opera

May 08, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The lovely Western Mediterranean yacht charter destination - Monaco has recently hosted the breath-taking 72-metre VSY superyacht Stella Maris, which was a star of a few episodes of 'The Bold and The Beautiful', a popular award-winning soap opera. ... read full story

UK premiere for Princess S72 Yacht at 2014 British Motor Yacht Show

May 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to run at Premier's Swanwick Marina from May 16 to 18, this year's 2nd edition of British Motor Yacht Show will be marked by the UK premiere of the new Princess S72 yacht. ... read full story

New look Rolex Capri Sailing Week

May 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to run in the lovely Western Mediterranean yacht charter location - Italy from May 19 to 24, this year's Rolex Capri Sailing Week will host the international grand prix 52 fleet, in addition to the Maxi yacht fleet. ... read full story

Videos of Abeking & Rasmussen mega yacht KIBO under sea trials

May 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Videos showing the 81,8-metre Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht KIBO (hull 6497) under sea trials in Germany's Wilhelmshaven. She is due to be delivered next month. ... read full story

Baltic 107 Yacht INUKSHUK wins at World Superyacht Awards 2014

May 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

During the recent World Superyacht Awards 2014, the striking Baltic 107 superyacht Inukshuk has been announced as Winner of the Sailing Yacht Award in the 30-40m category as well as Sailing Yacht of the Year. The 32,6-metre sloop was designed by Frers and sports a beautiful interior by Adam Lay Studio. ... read full story

JFA expedition yacht ZEEPAARD Winner of Voyager’s Award at WSA 2014

May 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Originally built by JFA Yachts to a design by Vripack in 2003, luxury explorer yacht Zeepaard (ex Axantha I) has been honoured with the Voyager's Award 2014 at the recent World Superyacht Awards. ... read full story

Videos showing 180m Lurssen mega yacht AZZAM underway

May 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Videos showing the world's largest luxury yacht - the 180-metre Lurssen mega yacht AZZAM - cruising on the river Weser near Berne-Farge in Germany. ... read full story

ISA Yachts announces launch of 216ft motor yacht ISA66M GRANTURISMO

May 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The launch of the all-new 216ft mega yacht ISA66M GRANTURISMO has been proudly announced by ISA Yachts from Italy. Designed by Andrea Vallicelli with interior design by Alberto Pinto, she will undergo the final commissioning phase in the next coming weeks. ... read full story

MDL Sail Training Awards 2014 Winners enjoy trip of a lifetime aboard John Laing Yacht

May 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

April 16, 2014, at MDL's Ocean Village Marina saw six young winners of the 2014 MDL Sail Training Awards set sail on board John Laing yacht for six days at sea. ... read full story

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