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.

Maintenance works on 40m Hakvoort Yacht APOSTROPHE performed by Tankoa Yachts

October 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Based in Italy's Genoa, Tankoa Yachts had carried out some refitting works on the 40m Hakvoort superyacht Apostrophe, just in time before her participation in the 2013 Monaco Yacht Show. The vessel was re-launched on September 21. ... read full story

A very successful Monaco Yacht Show 2013 for Tankoa Yachts

October 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful Monaco Yacht Show 2013 for the Genoa-based shipyard, Tankoa Yachts. Its own custom made stand featured the models of motor yacht S70 as well as superyacht S72. ... read full story

New version of Tankoa mega yacht C102 proposed as World Premiere at MYS

October 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Based on the specific request of a possible Buyer of Arabian Origin Country, the new version of the Tankoa superyacht C102 made her World Premiere at the 2013 Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

Ron Holland-designed sailing yacht M5 (ex Mirabella V) afloat and re-rigged

October 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

After her extensive refit at Pendennis in the UK, the impressive 78-metre mega yacht M5 (ex Mirabella V) is now afloat and re-rigged. Originally penned by Ron Holland, she is expected to cruise the azure waters of the popular yacht charter destination - the South Pacific in 2014. ... read full story

First Cheoy Lee motor yacht Alpha 87 Express Sport to make her premiere at FLIBS

October 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The upcoming Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show will be marked by an official debut of the brand new Cheoy Lee superyacht Alpha 87 Express Sport. Launched in June, she features lovely accommodation for up to 8 guests. ... read full story

New 24m motor yacht Express 80 by GHI Yachts ready for delivery

October 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 24 meters in length, the brand new motor yacht Express 80 was successfully launched by GHI Yachts in South Korea in July 2013. Providing luxurious accommodation to 8 guests, she is now ready for delivery. ... read full story

Over 200 visitors for superyacht CACOS V at the MYS

October 14, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The Italian Sea Group proves its increasingly important role in the international boating industry, following the very successful official debut of the Admiral superyacht CACOS V at the recently held 2013 Monaco Yacht Show. Cacos V yacht has been officially recognised by RINA (Italian Naval Register) as the most silent yacht in the world with the comfort... ... read full story

Luxury superyacht NIRVANA awarded Robb Report’s 2013 “Best of the Best” Award

October 14, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury motor yacht NIRVANA received the prestigious 2013 Robb Report award for the 'Best of the Best' yacht in the Megayachts category. The ceremony was held on the 25th September, the first day of the Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

Oceanco’s Y708 Mega Yacht ST PRINCESS OLGA wins ‘Best Yacht Design over 50m’

October 14, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury superyacht St Princess Olga constructed by the prestigious Oceanco shipyard, based on the design by Igor Lobanov, won the renowned World Yacht Trophy in the 'Best Yacht Design over 50 Metres' category. ... read full story

Sale of Tim Heywood-designed superyacht sculpture just days after its signing on Yachting Pages stand at MYS

October 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Displayed and signed on the Yachting Pages stand at this year's Monaco Yacht Show, the first Tim Heywood-designed superyacht inspired sculpture, called 'Floating Crystal', has been successfully sold. ... read full story

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