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.
Luxury Yachts
A very successful 2012 for Andrew Winch Designs
This year has been very successful for the renowned UK design studio of Andrew Winch...
Luxury Yachts
First images of the Southern Wind SW 94 superyacht WINDFALL
December 4 in Cape Town, South Africa, was marked by the successful sea trials of...
Luxury Yachts
New Cheoy Lee Alpha 76 Flybridge yacht Hull 5033: What a ride!
The brand new Cheoy Lee Alpha 76 Flybridge yacht Hull 5033 is currently cruising the...
Expedition Yachts
Hull of the 44m Kingship luxury yacht GREEN VOYAGER tested in water
Hull of the 44m Kingship expedition yacht Green Voyager was tested in water for the...
Luxury Yachts
Asia Superyacht Rendezvous 2012 in full swing
The second day of the prestigious Asia Superyacht Rendezvous was marked by the popular Feadship...
Luxury Yachts
New Dates for Singapore Yacht Show 2013 Extended Due To Popular Demand
Due to high demand, the 2013 Singapore Yacht Show will open one day earlier. The...
Luxury Yachts
Fitzroy luxury yacht OHANA installed with Dometic Marine’s custom chilled water system
Set to be delivered this month, the magnificent 50m superyacht Ohana by Fitzroy Yachts has...
Luxury Yacht Design
New sailing yacht Gunfleet 74 with design by Tony Castro
The UK builder, Gunfleet Marine, is currently working on its flagship, the beautiful 23-metre sailing...
Luxury Yacht Design
Superyacht Miss Tor Schooner 130 to be delivered by Orucoglu Shipyard in June 2013
Available for sale at € 1,900,000, the 40-metre sailing yacht Miss Tor Schooner 130 is...
Luxury Yacht Design
Motor yacht Miss Tor Yacht 130 in build at Orucoglu Shipyard
The Turkish manufacturer, Orucoglu Shipyard, is currently working on the lovely Miss Tor Yacht 130...
Luxury Yacht Design
Motor yacht Miss Tor Trawler 130 under construction at Orucoglu Shipyard
Due to be delivered in June 2013, the magnificent Miss Tor Trawler 130 superyacht is...
Luxury Yacht Design
PS+A Palomba Serafini designed 65m motor yacht JOLLY ROGER concept for Benetti Design Innovation Project 2012
The Italian design studio, PS+A Palomba Serafini, has created the breathtaking 65m megayacht Jolly Roger...
