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.

World’s First SuperYacht Auction to be hosted by Mecum Auctions in May

April 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Mecum Auctions will host the world's first SuperYacht auction, set to be held in Florida's South Beach on May 2-3, 2014. Among the grand selection to be offered during the event will be such beautiful vessels as the 130-foot Hatteras motor yacht Charisma. ... read full story

Hull of WIDER 32′ superyacht tender arrives

April 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The hull of the WIDER 32' yacht tender has arrived in the WIDER shipyard at Castelvecchio di Monte Porzio in Italy earlier this week. This lovely sport cruiser, a tender to superyacht WIDER 150', which is currently under construction, is expected to undergo sea trials in June 2014. ... read full story

WIDER Yachts attending Singapore Yacht Show 2014

April 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Wider Yachts is currently present at the 2014 Singapore Yacht Show, unveiling more details on its superyacht Wider 165' as well as luxury yacht Wider 150'. ... read full story

Construction of super yacht WIDER 150′ well underway

April 10, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Construction of the new motor yacht Wider 150' is well underway at WIDER Yachts in Ancona, Italy. The yard has recently hosted visitors for a tour of the new shipyard, providing them with a possibility to see the progress that has been made on this striking vessel. ... read full story

Double debut for Princess Yachts at Rio Boat Show 2014

April 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to open its doors today, on April 9, the 2014 Rio Boat Show will be marked by the regional debut of the Princess 82 superyacht, as well as V62-S yacht. ... read full story

New Numarine 70HT motor yacht ‘Magneto’ introduced by Numarine

April 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new Numarine 70HT luxury yacht 'Magneto' has been unveiled by the Turkish shipyard, Numarine. She has been beautifully designed by Can Yalman, in partnership with Tony Castro. ... read full story

Codecasa 43 – Vintage Series motor yacht Hull F76

April 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new CODECASA 43 Full Beam - Vintage Series luxury yacht Hull F76 is currently at the early stages of construction at the Codecasa Shipyards production facility in Pisa, scheduled for launch in 2015. ... read full story

Preliminary design for a Luxury River Yacht unveiled by Dorries Yachts

April 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A preliminary design for a Luxury River Yacht has been proudly revealed by Dorries Yachts from Germany. The interior design has been developed by well known H2 Yacht Design. ... read full story

Tours of five of the world’s leading Dutch shipyards for guests of 2014 World Superyacht Awards

April 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Guests of the 2014 World Superyacht Awards will have a unique opportunity to discover all that Dutch superyacht building has to offer, thanks to the tours of five of the world's leading Dutch shipyards on the days surrounding the gala evening. ... read full story

Newly launched 50m Christensen superyacht D’NATALIN IV – latest Glasshape project

April 09, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Recently launched by the prominent US shipyard Christensen, the 50-metre Custom Series superyacht D'Natalin IV boasts unique glass, supplied by Glasshape Ltd. ... read full story

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