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.

Holland Jachtbouw to start construction of 46m Tripp Design Yacht at the end of this summer

July 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Building of the spectacular 46m Tripp Design yacht will start at Holland Jachtbouw in the Netherlands at the end of this summer. She is presently in the design and engineering phase. ... read full story

Holland Jachtbouw’s YII Yacht and RAINBOW Yacht to be displayed at MYS 2013

July 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The next Monaco Yacht Show will feature two luxury vessels by Holland Jachtbouw: the Bill Dixon-designed charter yacht YII, as well as the J-Class yacht Rainbow. ... read full story

RAINBOW Yacht and Holland Jachtbouw team participated in Superyacht Cup 2013

July 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Taken place last month, this year's Superyacht Cup Palma was attended by the majestic J-Class superyacht Rainbow. Her crew included four of the Holland Jachtbouw team. ... read full story

Superyacht Cup Palma 2013 attended by Frers-designed sailing yacht REBECCA

July 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The last month's Superyacht Cup Palma featured the majestic 42-metre Pendennis superyacht Rebecca, penned by German Frers. ... read full story

SHAMOUN Yacht available for Southeast Asia Yacht Charter

July 16, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Sailing Yacht Shamoun is a lovely, modern classic vessel available for Southeast Asia yacht rental, including Phuket or the Andaman Islands. ... read full story

King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands on board Dykstra-designed STAD AMSTERDAM Yacht

July 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Designed by well known Dutch design studio Dykstra Naval Architects, the historic charter yacht Stad Amsterdam has recently hosted His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, as part of the "Saamhorigheidsdag" of the Royal Navy, celebrating the 525th anniversary of the Dutch Navy. ... read full story

Goodacre Boat Repairs and Refits repaint Moonen 94 luxury yacht INFINITY

July 16, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Goodacre Boat Repairs and Refits were chosen from a number of potential contractors to carry out a complete respray in Awlgrip / Awlcraft paint on the 29m yacht Infinity. ... read full story

Newly launched NISI 1700 EXPRESSO Yacht designed by Setzer Yacht Architects

July 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Designed by Setzer Yacht Architects, the all-new NISI 1700 XPRESSO yacht was successfully launched this week. This magnificent sport cruiser can reach an impressive top speed of 41 knots. ... read full story

New photos of Nordhavn 120 luxury yacht AURORA from her delivery

July 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The brand-new Nordhavn 120 superyacht Aurora is currently on her way from Xiamen in China to Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada - a 6,300 nm trip, marking her maiden voyage, a sea trial by delivery of sorts. ... read full story

Oxygène Yachts’ Power Catamaran AIR 77 at the 2013 Cannes Boat Show

July 15, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Oxygène Yachts will unveil its first and innovative catamaran AIR 77 at the 2013 Festival de la Plaisance de Cannes 2013, to be held this September. ... read full story

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