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.

A very successful 5th UIM Awards Giving Gala

March 06, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful 5th edition of UIM Awards Giving Gala in Monaco, attended by 500 guests. During the event, the highly innovative Columbus 40s Hybrid yacht was announced as the 2013 UIM Environmental Award Winner. ... read full story

Superyacht Insurance Group (SYIG)

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Superyacht Insurance Group (SYIG), formerly Crew Insurance Services, has been providing insurance solutions for the yachting industry since 2002. The company has been established by Maria Karlsson and has offices in Fort Lauderdale as well as St Maarten. ... read full story

Re-launch of 41m Alloy sailing yacht DESTINATION at STP shipyard

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

After six months ashore, the 41m Alloy superyacht Destination was re-launched at STP shipyard yesterday, on March 4, in order to continue her extensive refit afloat. ... read full story

72ft Claasen luxury yacht LOUISE completes her maiden voyage to Rio de Janeiro

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by the prominent Dutch manufacturer Claasen Shipyards, the 72-foot luxury yacht Louise (ex Bougainville) has successfully completed her maiden voyage to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. This lovely and elegant racer/cruiser has been designed by Berret Racoupeau, with interior design by Rhoades Young. ... read full story

Video of 73m Picchiotti mega yacht GRACE E undergoing sea trials

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Perini Navi Group has released a video of the striking 73m Picchiotti superyacht GRACE E under sea trial, which she has recently completed with a great success. ... read full story

Photos of 1982 Amels motor yacht LADY GEORGINA (ex Katalina) designed by Diana Yacht Design

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

These are the photos of the 48m Amels classic yacht Lady Georgina (ex Katalina) from 1982, released by Diana Yacht Design. ... read full story

Diana Yacht Design congratulates APOSTROPHE Yacht on her win at ShowBoats Design Awards 2014

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by Hakvoort to a design by Reymond Langton, the 40-metre superyacht Apostrophe has won the ShowBoats Design Award 2014 in the category 'Exterior Design and Styling Award – Displacement Motor Yachts 30m – 59.99m'. She features naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design. ... read full story

A once in a lifetime voyage for Owners of Princess 72 motor yacht R&R

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Owners of Princess 72 luxury yacht R&R have recently started a once in a lifetime voyage aboard their yacht - a 7000 mile, seven-month cruise around the coast of Australia. ... read full story

A very successful 2014 Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show for Horizon Yachts

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show 2014 was a huge success for Horizon Yachts. The company displayed such luxury vessels as superyacht E88. ... read full story

Raphael Laloux-designed 65m explorer yacht ATLANTIC concept

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring impressive 65 meters in length, expedition yacht Atlantic concept, a finalist of the Young Designer of the Year Award at the ShowBoats Design Awards 2013, has been penned by Raphael Laloux from France. She represents a re-interpretation of the automobile universe in a yacht. ... read full story

Quick Enquiry

Share on FacebookShare on Twitter