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.

Eddie Jordan inspects his Sunseeker 155 Yacht BLUSH

February 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Eddie Jordan inspected his Sunseeker 155 superyacht BLUSH for the first time since she hit the water last week. She is expected to start her sea trials next week. ... read full story

Benetti Americas: New agents and sale of Benetti Vision 145′ motor yacht Hull BV019

February 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

From left Tommaso Bilotta-Fabrizio Scherch-Alberto Perrone da Zara

Benetti Americas has announced two new agency agreements for Central America, as well as sale of the Vision 145' superyacht Hull BV019, sold during the 2014 Miami Boat Show. ... read full story

RORC Caribbean 600 to kick off today

February 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The eagerly awaited RORC Caribben 600 will kick off from Antigua today, on Monday, February 24, 2014. The race will host the largest fleet of yachts ever to race offshore in the Caribbean. ... read full story

Video of Feadship Yacht OLYMPIA’s last voyage as ‘Olympia’

February 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This is a video of the 25,8m classic Feadship superyacht Olympia's last voyage as 'Olympia'. The vessel will be refitted by Feadship to its original condition and name 'Monara'. ... read full story

Royal Huisman announces launch of 48m classic sailing yacht WISP (hull 393)

February 24, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 48 meters in length over all, the beautiful classic superyacht WISP (hull 393) has been launched by the leading Dutch shipyard, Royal Huisman. ... read full story

Striking luxury yacht OCEAN EMERALD and superyacht OCEAN SAPPHIRE available for MONACO GRAND PRIX yacht charter

February 22, 2014

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury charter yachts OCEAN EMERALD and OCEAN SAPPHIRE are currently available for the upcoming Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix boat rental, to be held from 22nd to the 25th of May, 2014. ... read full story

Three-day trip of Heirlooms to Dubai Boat Show 2014

February 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Heirlooms will make a three-day visit to the 2014 Dubai International Boat Show. Gulf Craft will display motor yacht Majesty 105 and superyacht Majesty 135 during the event, both featuring exceptionally fine linens by Heirlooms. ... read full story

Yacht ULYSSES – now Motor Yacht Grand Rusalina refitted by Monaco Marine

February 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Monaco Marine has recently completed an unexpected repair of the 59m Trinity superyacht Grand Rusalina (ex Ulysses). The refit was successfully performed in less than 60 days. ... read full story

Heesen Yachts announces sale of 50m superyacht Project AZURO (YN 16650)

February 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The sale of the 50m luxury motor yacht Project AZURO (YN 16650) has been officially announced by Heesen Yachts. Due to be delivered at the end of May 2014, this superb vessel features exterior design by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects and interior design by Francesco Paszkowski. ... read full story

68m Sunrise mega yacht Project SKYFALL (N681) with naval architecture by Mulder Design

February 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Mulder Design has proudly announced that they have been chosen as the naval architect of the new 68m superyacht Project Skyfall (N681) by Sunrise Yachts. She is scheduled for delivery in 2017. ... read full story

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