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.

First pre-trial cruise for the new 48m motor yacht BAYTEREK developed by ProLine

September 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Launched at the Samussky ship-building and ship-repair plant, the brand new 48-metre superyacht Bayterek (Project Ulba) made her first pre-trial cruise in the open waters of the Ust-Kamenogorsk reservoir in Kazakhstan, on June 23, 2013. The vessel has been developed by ProLine Yacht Design & Engineering from Ukraine. ... read full story

A great success of Holland Jachtbouw Yacht RAINBOW at Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2013

September 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup was marked by a resounding success of the magnificent Holland Jachtbouw-built J-Class superyacht Rainbow, placing second. ... read full story

Lumotics delivers custom lighting and cabin control solutions to 1979 53m classic yacht ELISABETH F by Feadship

September 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Originally launched by Feadship in 1979, the outstanding 53-metre classic superyacht Elisabeth F has recently received the bespoke lighting and cabin control solutions by Lumotics Marine. ... read full story

Newly delivered 73m mega yacht RED SQUARE by Dunya Yachts to be displayed at MYS 2013

September 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The newly delivered 73m superyacht Red Square by Dunya Yachts will be displayed at the upcoming Monaco Yachts. Her stunning interiors by late Alberto Pinto can accommodate 12 guests in maximum comfort and style. ... read full story

Latest 60m mega yacht Project ADVENTURER by SVDesign

September 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The French design firm, SVDesign, has unveiled their latest 60-metre expedition yacht Project Adventurer. It can used as a yacht and a workboat at the same time. ... read full story

World premiere for Southern Wind’s HEVEA and WINDFALL Yachts at MYS 2013

September 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This month's Monaco Yacht Show will be marked by the world debut of two Southern Wind luxury vessels: the SW102 n°02 sailing yacht HEVEA, as well as the SW94 n°02 superyacht WINDFALL. The company has also become the first yard to have achieved the RINA RIG certification. ... read full story

South East Asia Yacht Charter – Luxury Yacht Aspiration

September 19, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Sailing yacht Aspiration is a new addition to the fleet of yachts available for South East Asia Yacht charter, boasting excellent performance, lovely accommodation and and outstanding crew. ... read full story

Moonen to build 24m motor yacht MALLORCA – first superyacht in new custom series by Nick Mezas

September 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The leading Dutch shipyard, Moonen, will build the 24-metre superyacht Mallorca, representing the first luxury vessel in a new custom-series, created in partnership with Nick Mezas. ... read full story

Debut of 48m Arzana Navi sailing yacht NATIVA at Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2013

September 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup was marked by the debut of the 48m Arzana Navi superyacht Nativa as spectactor of the event. Penned by Bill Tripp, she will make her world premiere at this month's Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

Motor yacht MAGIC starts refit at Front Street Shipyard

September 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This week, the Front Street Shipyard has started working on an extensive refit of the 130-foot charter yacht Magic, originally designed by Setzer Yacht Architects, commissioned by the vessel's owners to complete the redesign. ... read full story

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