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.

Stephens Waring Yacht Design: Design, Life and Jazz

March 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

US-based luxury yacht design firm, Stephens Waring, has served the yachting community for over 20 years, having created such loely vessels as their flagship 91-foot superyacht Bequia. Their studio is located in a gorgeous 1885 brick building in downtown Belfast, Maine. ... read full story

Dubai Boat Show 2014: Swift yacht sales within hours of the show opening

March 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Dubai Boat Show has been marked by swift yacht sales, with Sunseeker Middle East reporting the 48m superyacht SS 155 sale worth more than AED 153 million on day one and Bilgin Yachts Shipyard reporting the sale of the 50m superyacht Bilgin 164 worth AED 114 million on day three. ... read full story

Cantiere delle Marche signs new contract for sale of explorer yacht Darwin Class 86′

March 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Cantiere delle Marche has proudly announced the sale of the new superyacht Darwin Class 86'. It is the third sale in the last 4 months. ... read full story

Video from construction of Hatteras GT70 Yacht

March 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This is a video showing the all-new GT70 yacht, currently under construction at Hatteras Yachts in the USA. She is expected to be launched at this year's Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show. ... read full story

A very successful 2014 Miami Boat Show for Hatteras Yachts

March 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful 2014 Miami Boat Show for Hatteras Yachts. The company sold two new 100 Raised Pilot House yachts during the event. ... read full story

Ivan Erdevicki announces further development of catamaran motor yacht KingCAT80 design

March 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Ivan Erdevicki has proudly announced the further development of their catamaran superyacht KingCAT80 design, commissioned by Kingship Marine from Hong Kong. It is now available in two versions, first with an open fly bridge and a sundeck aft, and second with a fully enclosed, air-conditioned fly bridge. ... read full story

Amels announces sale of new motor yacht AMELS 180

March 07, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The leading Dutch shipyard, Amels, has proudly announced the sale of the new superyacht AMELS 180, with exterior design by Tim Heywood and interior design by Christian Liaigre. She will be delivered in just 16 months. ... read full story

Dubai Boat Show 2014: 42 global and regional yacht premieres

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The currently running 22nd edition of Dubai International Boat Show is hosting an amazing number of 42 global and regional premieres, including such lovely vessels as the AS Marine 88 superyacht. ... read full story

Dubai International Boat Show 2014 hosting thousands of visitors

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

So far, this year's 22nd Dubai International Boat Show has been attended by thousands of visitors from 70 countries around the world, with more expected to come this weekend. ... read full story

Superyacht Cup Palma: New Partnership with St Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Superyacht Cup Palma has proudly announced the new partnership with St Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort. The event will host some of the world's finest superyachts, including the 2013 winner - the Claasen superyacht Heartbeat. ... read full story

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