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.

A great success of Claasen Superyachts at Superyacht Cup Palma 2013

June 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It was a very successful edition of the Superyacht Cup Palma for four Claasen superyachts, including the majestic J Class yacht Lionheart, the Truly Classic 78 yacht Heartbeat, charter yacht Atalante, as well as superyacht Firefly. ... read full story

Canados 120 Yacht FAR AWAY named ‘Best of the Best Honoree’ by Robb Report

June 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 25th annual “Best of the Best” special issue of Robb Report has named the Canados 120 superyacht Far Away 'Best of the Best Honoree' for the category of Semi-custom Yachts. ... read full story

Codecasa 42 Vintage Yacht Hull F 75 launched by Codecasa Shipyards

June 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The second Codecasa 42 Vintage superyacht Hull F 75 was successfully launched by Codecasa Shipyards in Viareggio, Italy, yesterday, on June 27, 2013. ... read full story

NB56 motor yacht ILERIA launched by Proteksan Turquoise

June 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Proteksan Turquoise in Turkey launched its brand-new 50m superyacht Ileria in April, 2013. She can sleep up to 12 guests and a 12-member crew. ... read full story

J Class Yacht HANUMAN with Rondal Rig wins 7 out of 8 races

June 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year, the majestic J Class superyacht Hanuman has triumphed in both the St Barths Bucket Regatta, as well as the Superyacht Cup Palma. The vessel is fitted with a continuous standing rigging, supplied by Rondal. ... read full story

Jet-Tern Marine – builder of Selene Trawler Yachts

June 27, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Jet-Tern Marine, a Taiwanese company with production base in China, is a builder of Selene Trawler Yachts. The yard is currently working on Selene 78 yacht, superyacht Selene 92, as well as Selene 128 yacht, due to be delivered in 2013 and 2014. ... read full story

Dubois Naval Architects win ShowBoats Design Award 2013 for LORETTA ANNE Yacht

June 27, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious UK design firm, Dubois Naval Architects, has been honoured with the ShowBoats Design Award 2013 for the spectacular 47m Alloy superyacht Loretta Anne. ... read full story

Lewmar equip newly launched sailing yacht ZENITH

June 27, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The newly launched sailing yacht Zenith has chosen Lewmar equipment for the vast majority of its systems. Zenith yacht was designed by Dykstra Naval Architects and launched by Ada Turizm in Turkey. ... read full story

Images of MUSASHI yacht by Feadship

June 27, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Yacht spotter Kees Torn has provided us with a selection of images of the Feadship XL MUSASHI yacht launched in 2010 and delivered in 2011. Musashi superyacht is private luxury vessel, accommodating 18 guests on board. ... read full story

Monaco Yacht Show 2013 to feature 86m Lurssen mega yacht QUATTROELLE

June 27, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The upcoming Monaco Yacht Show will be marked by the world debut of the brand-new 86m superyacht Quattroelle, built by Lurssen to a design by Nuvolari-Lenard. ... read full story

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