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.

RMK Marine to attend Monaco Yacht Show 2013

August 29, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prominent Turkish builder, RMK Marine, will be once again attending the Monaco Yacht Show, unveiling the concept and a scale-model of its new 50-metre RMK 5000 Explorer yacht. The 45-metre motor yacht Karia, one of the latest builds of the yard, will be available for inspection aboard. ... read full story

Rondal extending its workshop to length of 78 meters

August 29, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Rondal is currently extending its composite workshop to a length of 78 meters. The first project to be built in the enlarged facility is already in build. It is the 73m main mast for the 70m Perini Navi superyacht Sybaris (Project C.2227). ... read full story

PlanetSolar arrives in Europe stopping in Oostende, Belgium

August 29, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Yesterday, August 28, 2013, saw the world's largest solar boat, PlanetSolar, reach Europe. Currently being moored in Oostende, Belgium, until August 30, PlanetSolar will then set sail for London for its inaugural UK visit. ... read full story

Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2013 expected to host 37 international crews

August 29, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The next 24th edition of the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup is set to kick off on September 1, being hosted by the spectacular Italian yacht charter location - Porto Cervo in Sardinia. ... read full story

Piet Brouwer to attend MYS 2013 to discuss its latest superyacht projects

August 29, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Piet Brouwer Electrotechnology will be present at the next Monaco Yacht Show, discussing its latest superyacht projects. ... read full story

New photos of Couach 2600 Fly Yacht OCRAM DOS

August 29, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand new Couach 2600 Fly superyacht Ocram Dos will be presented at the next month's Cannes International Boat Show. This beautiful vessel was launched on June 24, 2013. ... read full story

New photos of N120 Yacht AURORA due to arrive in Vancouver tomorrow

August 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Currently being on her maiden voyage, a sea trial by delivery of sorts, from Xiamen in China to Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada, the all-new N120 luxury yacht Aurora by Nordhavn Yachts is due to arrive in Vancouver tomorrow, on August 29, 2013, at about 6 a.m. ... read full story

Newport Bucket Regatta 2013: Awards Ceremony

August 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The final day of the 2013 Newport Bucket Regatta was marked by yet another perfect late summer weather. The overall winner of this year's regatta has become charter yacht Bristolian. ... read full story

Swan yachts to compete for the Swan Maxi Trophy at Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2013

August 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup will be once again hosting a fleet of Maxi Swan yachts, competing for the Swan Maxi Trophy. The event will run in the lovely Italian yacht charter location - Porto Cervo in Sardinia from September 1 to 7, 2013. ... read full story

Videos showing transport of first Storm S-78 Yacht Hull

August 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The two videos showing the transport of the hull of the first Storm S-78 yacht have been released by Storm Yacht from the Netherlands. ... read full story

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