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.

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

95m mega yacht MALUHIA concept by Jonathan Peace

August 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring impressive 95 meters in length, Maluhia yacht concept by Johathan Peace is a breath-taking ecoyacht, partially powered by an open-hex solar cell. ... read full story

65m ILLUSION Yacht Concept by Jonathan Peace

August 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Developed for the ShowBoats Design Awards "Young Designer of the Year" 2013 competition, the beautiful and elegant 65m mega yacht Illusion concept by Jonathan Peace boasts plenty of special features, including the all glass, floating pool, that hangs out over the aft of the vessel. ... read full story

Adventurist 124 Yacht Concept by Jonathan Peace

August 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Adventurist 124 superyacht concept represents the first luxury vessel ever designed by Jonathan Peace, a student of Art Center College of Design (ACCD) in Pasadena, California, USA. Representing the future of sport yachting, the vessel has been designed for the Art of Kinetik brand. ... read full story

Motor Yacht WIDER 122 by Wider Yachts

August 19, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Wider Yachts are introducing their new WIDER 122 yacht design; an innovative luxury superyacht accommodating her guests in four spacious cabins. ... read full story

Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013: Day 2

August 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Today, August 19, 2013, saw the second day of racing at the currently running 30th anniversary Audi Hamilton Island Race Week. The day was marked by more glorious weather conditions. ... read full story

Luxury yacht Ronin left Lurssen after an extensive refit

August 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following a major 11-month refit, the 58,5-metre motor yacht Ronin left the Lurssen shipyard in Germany earlier this month. She has gone through a complete face-lift. ... read full story

Cockwells to attend MYS 2013 with two 9.5m superyacht tenders on display

August 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two 9.5m superyacht tenders by Cockwells will be displayed at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show in September. One of these is a tender to the 73m Vitruvius mega yacht Grace E, which is currently under construction at Perini Navi in Italy. ... read full story

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