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.

French navy tugboat LE LUTTEUR converted into a superyacht by Cobra Yacht

August 26, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Originally constructed in 1963, the 30-metre French navy tugboat Le Lutteur has been beautifully converted into a superyacht by Cobra Yacht from Turkey. ... read full story

A very successful ‘Friends of NZ Marine’ programme

August 26, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Supported by such prestigious superyacht designers as Ed Dubois and Ron Holland, the Friends of NZ Marine programme, an initiative launched by New Zealand Marine Industry Association (NZ Marine) earlier this year, represents a huge success. ... read full story

Vitters launch 46m sailing yacht GANESHA (hull 3067) designed by Dubois

August 26, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Vitters has successfully launched its all-new 46m superyacht Ganesha, previously known as hull 3067. Penned by Dubois Naval Architects, she features interior design by Newcruise. ... read full story

Cantiere delle Marche to present Darwin Class 96 Yacht STELLA DI MARE at Cannes Boat Show 2013

August 26, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Italian shipyard, Cantiere delle Marche, will be attending the upcoming Cannes International Boat Show, exhibiting its all-new Darwin Class 96' superyacht Stella di Mare, designed by Sergio Cutolo of Hydro Tec. ... read full story

Newport Bucket Regatta 2013 kicks off

August 26, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's highly anticipated Newport Bucket Regatta kicked off on Saturday, August 24. The fleet of eight superyachts are competing in two classes: Grandes Dames des Mers and Gazelles des Mers. ... read full story

Video of Jongert 3200P Yacht

August 26, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This is a video showing the all-new Jongert 3200P superyacht. Measuring 32 meters in LOA, she is entirely designed by Rhoades Young, with the hull lines drawn by Doug Peterson. ... read full story

Second round of sea trials for 180m Lurssen mega yacht AZZAM

August 26, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The largest superyacht in the world, the breath-taking 180m Lurssen mega yacht AZZAM has started the second round of her sea trials in the North Sea. She is expected to reach a top speed of up to 30 knots. ... read full story

Video of Viking 92 Convertible Yacht under construction at Viking Yachts

August 26, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This is a video showing the tooling process to construct the all-new Viking flagship - the 28-metre sportfish motor yacht Viking 92 Convertible. She is due to be launched in Summer 2014. ... read full story

Second Dashew Offshore FPB 78′ Yacht sold

August 26, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The Dashew Offshore FPB 78' luxury yacht Hull no. 2 has been successfully sold to a UK buyer. She will be built by the NZ-based shipyard Circa Marine, just like her sistership, FPB 78' yacht Hull no. 1. ... read full story

Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013: IRC Final Results

August 24, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The overall winner of the IRC Racing division at this year's Audi Hamilton Island Race Week has become the Marcus Blackmore’s Sydney-based TP52 sailing yacht Hooligan. ... read full story

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