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.

AURORA – Exclusive dining furniture for luxury charter yachts by Aeronautiq and The Composite Studio

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

AURORA represents a new, limited edition set of dining furniture for luxury charter yachts, proudly introduced by Aeronautiq, in partnership with The Composite Studio. ... read full story

Jongert sailing yacht TAMER II returns home for refit

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Built by the prominent Dutch manufacturer Jongert, the 36-metre superyacht Tamer II has recently returned home to undergo a comprehensive refit. It will last 10 months. ... read full story

Vitters luxury yacht INOUI designed by Philippe Briand

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Beautifully penned by Philippe Briand, the 33-metre superyacht INOUI represents the fourth carbon composite sloop, built at Vitters Shipyard in the Netherlands. Hull and superstructure are fully carbon composite, constructed at Vitters sister company, Green Marine, based in the UK. ... read full story

Two Riviera 75 Enclosed Flybridge Yachts under construction

January 21, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The well-known Australian luxury yacht builder, Riviera Yachts, is currently working on two 75 Enclosed Flybridge yachts, destined for owners from Asia and Dubai. ... read full story

Auckland-based Titan Marine preparing for upcoming superyacht season

January 20, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Auckland-based superyacht refit facility, Titan Marine, is currently preparing for the upcoming season. The company has worked on such oustanding vessels as charter yacht Big Fish, charter yacht Unbridled, and many others. ... read full story

Launch of new Amels Limited Editions 180 motor yacht Hull 465

January 20, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent Dutch builder, Amels, has launched the latest Limited Editions 180 series vessel - the 55-metre superyacht Hull 456. More details are still to be released by the yard. ... read full story

Feadship motor yacht HIGHLANDER relaunched after refit at Derecktor

January 20, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The iconic Feadship superyacht HIGHLANDER has been recently re-launched, following her comprehensive refit at Derecktor Florida, fully respecting the groundbreaking exterior lines of the yacht's designer, Jon Bannenberg. ... read full story

New 24m sailing yacht Bd80 by beiderbeck designs in build at Cyrus Yachts

January 20, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The German design studio, beiderbeck designs, has developed the all-new 24m superyacht Bd80, featuring a deck saloon below deck. Currently in build at Cyrus Yachts in Turkey, she is due to be launched this spring. ... read full story

Exclusive tour of Oceanco’s facilities for Young Designer of the Year Award 2013 Finalists

January 20, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

December 3, 2013, saw the prestigious Dutch luxury yacht manufacturer, Oceanco, host the Young Designer of the Year Award 2013 Finalists for an exclusive tour of its facilities in Alblasserdam, the Netherlands. ... read full story

Luxury motor yacht AZURO (YN 16650) under construction at Heesen Yachts

January 20, 2014

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The leading Dutch shipyard, Heesen Yachts, is currently working on their fourth 50-metre semi-displacement all-aluminium vessel - superyacht AZURO (YN 16650). She is expected to be delivered to her new Owner on May 30, 2014. ... read full story

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