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.

Wider Yachts to attend Cannes Boat Show 2013

August 21, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The upcoming Cannes International Boat Show will be attended by Wider Yachts, displaying its Wider 42’ Côte d’Azur Edition yacht and revealing luxury yacht Wider 150 evolutions. ... read full story

Photos of the 56m Benetti superyacht FB261 damaged in fire

August 21, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Additional images of the Benetti luxury superyacht FB261 caught on fire on the morning of 20th August. ... read full story

Swan 80 sailing yacht Plis Play wins Swan Challenge Trophy at Rolex Fastnet Race 2013

August 21, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The coveted Swan North European Challenge Trophy went to the Swan 80 superyacht Plis Play. She has become the first Swan to cross the finish line at the Rolex Fastnet Race. ... read full story

Moonen luxury yacht SOFIA to make her premiere at Monaco Yacht Show 2013

August 21, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The upcoming Monaco Yacht Show will feature the all-new Moonen superyacht Sofia, designed by Rene van der Velden. She is presently enjoying the azure waters of the lovely summer yacht charter destination - the Mediterranean. ... read full story

Sailing yacht GOLDEN OPUS created by Ron Holland

August 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Created by renowned Ron Holland as the ultimate 'family cruising yacht', the 22-metre luxury yacht Golden Opus has been captured in the fabulous yacht charter location - Indonesia. ... read full story

Horizon RP110 Yacht ANDREA VI – first yacht to benefit from new light-weight superstructure

August 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon RP110 superyacht Andrea VI has become the first luxury vessel by Horizon to benefit from the new light-weight superstructure, developed by the Horizon R&D department. She now boasts reduced weight and draft, increased speed, as well as a lower center of gravity for high speed cruising and comfort. ... read full story

Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013: Day 3

August 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Today, August 20, 2013, saw Day 3 of the currently running Audi Hamilton Island Race Week. Superyacht Wild Oats XI won against luxury yacht Wild Thing. ... read full story

Superyachts to start racing at 2013 Newport Bucket Regatta this weekend

August 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Newport Bucket Regatta is set to kick off on Saturday, August 24. The largest luxury vessel to compete will be the 180-foot Vitters classic mega yacht Marie. ... read full story

Radio navigation research team spoofs 213ft WHITE ROSE OF DRACHS Yacht at sea

August 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This summer, assistant professor Todd Humphreys from the Cockrell School of Engineering, and his research team, graduate students Jahshan Bhatti and Ken Pesyna, spent time aboard the 213-foot mega yacht White Rose of Drachs, successfully performing GPS spoofing attacks on the superyacht, while she traveled on the Mediterranean Sea. ... read full story

Dennis Conner’s North Cove hosts CBS’s thrilling crime drama ‘Persons of Interest’

August 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dennis Conner's North Cove has hosted the CBS's thrilling crime drama called "Persons of Interest", filming part of an episode at this popular New York City superyacht marina, using the charter yacht Justine. ... read full story

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