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.

Unstepping of 56m Perini Navi Yacht ASAHI’s mast at STP

April 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The mast of the 56m Perini Navi superyacht ASAHI has been recently unstepped at STP shipyard. At 58,8 meters in length, this represents the tallest mast that has been unstepped in Mallorca to date. ... read full story

Royal Huisman’s Huisfit to convert 42m Mari Cha IV Yacht into sailing yacht SAMURAI

April 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Royal Huisman's Huisfit will carry out the conversion of the 42m superyacht Mari Cha IV into SAMURAI yacht, adding cruising amenity to the original sailing performance. ... read full story

Second RP110 motor yacht CARNIVAL LIBERTY 3 launched by Horizon

April 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon Yachts has successfully launched the all-new RP110 superyacht CARNIVAL LIBERTY 3 - a sister ship to Andrea VI yacht. She will make her debut at the next month's Taiwan International Boat Show. ... read full story

Heesen Yachts announces launch of MONACO WOLF Yacht

April 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The launch of the brand new superyacht MONACO WOLF (YN 16650) has been proudly announced by the premier Dutch shipyard, Heesen Yachts. She is due to be delivered at the end of May 2014. ... read full story

New 43m Granturismo motor yacht PHILMI launched by ISA Yachts

April 16, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ancona-based ISA Yachts has successfully launched their all-new 43m Granturismo superyacht PHILMI, beautifully designed by Andrea Vallicelli. She is due to be delivered in June 2014 ... read full story

Rolex China Sea Race 2014 to kick off tomorrow

April 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's 27th edition of Rolex China Sea Race is set to start tomorrow, on April 16. The race will be attended by a strong fleet of 34 yachts, including such impressive vessels as the 100ft superyacht Wild Oats IX. ... read full story

Keel laying ceremony for 63m Hakvoort mega yacht Project ZEUS (YN249)

April 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The keel of the largest Hakvoort superyacht to date, the 63-metre mega yacht Project Zeus (YN249), was successfully laid last month. This impressive vessel has been beautifully designed by Rene van der Velden. ... read full story

A very successful Palm Beach Boat Show 2014 for Cheoy Lee Yachts

April 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The last month's Palm Beach Boat Show 2014 was a great success for Cheoy Lee from China. The yard exhibited its Alpha Express yachts, including the 87' Sportbridge superyacht. ... read full story

New 120m mega yacht MAZU concept by Matthew Trustam Design

April 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

UK-based Matthew Trustam Design has proudly presented its 120-metre superyacht MAZU concept, which has been developed purely as a concept to investigate the styling parameters of an ‘explorer’ type yacht. ... read full story

Video: Sunseeker 40 Metre Yacht JELANA

April 15, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A video introducing the Sunseeker 40 Metre yacht Jelana, released by Sunseeker International. This majestic vessel can comfortably sleep up to 12 guests. ... read full story

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