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.

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

ShowBoats Design Awards 2014 for two French superyacht designers

March 05, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two French superyacht designers, Pascal Conq and Raphael Laloux, have been honoured with the prestigious ShowBoats Design Award 2014, as proudly announced by the French luxury yacht builder, JFA Yachts. ... read full story

Official opening of 2014 Dubai International Boat Show

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The highly anticipated Dubai International Boat Show has officially opened today, on March 4. Two of the largest vessels on display are the 88,5m Oceanco mega yacht NIRVANA and the 88m Lurssen superyacht QUATTROELLE. ... read full story

Gulf Craft displaying three superyachts at Dubai Boat Show 2014

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Officially opened today, the 2014 Dubai Boat Show features three luxury superyachts by Gulf Craft: Majesty 135, Majesty 121 and Majesty 105, as well as a special presentation of the beautiful interiors of superyacht Majesty 155, which is currently under construction. ... read full story

AITAC among IY&A Awards 2014 Finalists with motor yacht CM42 concept

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dutch company AITAC has been selected as one of the finalists for the International Yacht & Aviation Award 2014, with their superyacht CM42 concept, entering the ‘Yacht Concept Design over 30 metres‘ category. ... read full story

Video: Luxury motor yacht Soraya 46 by Soraya Yachts

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This is a video showing the enchanting 46m superyacht Soraya 46 by Soraya Yachts, built by the Turkish shipyard Gentech Yachts in 2013. She has been beautifullly penned by UNIELLE Yacht Design. ... read full story

Admiral Tecnomar attending Dubai Boat Show with motor yacht ZAHRAA on display

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Officially opened today, the 2014 Dubai International Boat Show is hosting the prestigious Italian shipyard Admiral Tecnomar, showcasing their Nadara 30m superyacht Zahraa. ... read full story

Successful sea trials for 73m Picchiotti motor yacht GRACE E sold by Perini Navi Group

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sold by Perini Navi Group as the third Vitruvius series vessel, the breath-taking 73m Picchiotti superyacht Grace E has successfully completed her sea trials. The vessel boasts elegant and contemporary interiors, designed by Remi Tessier. ... read full story

Luxury motor yacht Project Symphony by Raphael Laloux

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Young French designer, Raphael Laloux, has recently won the Young Designer of the Year Award 2014 at the ShowBoats Design Awards with his superyacht Project Symphony. This striking concept is based on unusual 60m commercial vessel SWATH. ... read full story

This year’s RORC Caribbean 600 attended by record number of 60 yachts

March 04, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A record number of 60 yachts attended the recently concluded 6th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600. The overall winner of this year's regatta has become George Sakellaris' RP72 sailing yacht Shockwave. ... read full story

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