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.

Ferretti Group Days 2013 to be marked by premiere of Ferretti 960 Yacht

June 21, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The upcoming weekend on the Ligurian Riviera in Italy will see the Ferretti Group Day 2013, a unique event dedicated to all enthusiasts of Italian luxury boating. The event will be marked by the official debut of the Ferretti Yachts' new flagship, superyacht Ferretti 960. ... read full story

Setzer-designed Kingship 110 Expedition Yacht RELENTLESS (ex China) sold to new Owner

June 21, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Setzer-designed Kingship 110 expedition yacht Relentless (ex China) has been recently sold to a new Owner. This lovely explorer provides comfortable accommodation to up to 11 guests. ... read full story

Sea trials for 50m Heesen motor yacht CRAZY ME (YN 16250)

June 21, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The recently launched 50m Heesen superyacht Crazy Me (YN 16250) has begun her sea trials. Featuring an aggressive and unique profile penned by Gary Grant, she is scheduled for delivery later this summer. ... read full story

World’s finest superyachts ready to attend Rendezvous in Monaco 2013

June 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Rendezvous in Monaco has started this afternoon, on Thursday, June 20, with a private luncheon at the prominent Yacht Club de Monaco. The attending yachts include such jewels as the 45m Viudes charter yacht Pride. ... read full story

Launch of 85m Lurssen motor yacht SOLANDGE (Project NIKI)

June 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The breath-taking 85m mega yacht Solandge (Project Niki) has been successfully launched by the respected German shipyard, Lurssen. This massive vessel provides generous and comfortable accommodation to up to 12 guests. ... read full story

46m Feadship yacht Hull 688 by Dubois Naval Architects

June 20, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

46m Dubois yacht hull 688 by Feadship

The new 46m Feadship superyacht hull 688 designed by Dubois Naval Architects under design number 368 is a beautiful vessel with interior by Redman Whiteley Dixon, due to be launched in 2014. ... read full story

FIPA GROUP launch all-new motor yacht AB 140

June 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Fipa Group has announced the launch of the all-new motor yacht AB 140. This beautiful vessel offers luxurious accommodation in 4 cabins. ... read full story

New Southern Wind SW 102 sailing yacht FARFALLA (hull #3) with launch in early summer 2014

June 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A sister ship to luxury yacht Almagores II as well as Hevea yacht, the third SW102 superyacht Farfalla is currently under construction at the Southern Wind Shipyard in South Africa. She is due to be launched in early summer 2014. ... read full story

Video of 180m Lurssen Yacht AZZAM undergoing sea trials

June 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The world's largest yacht, the impressive 180-metre Lurssen mega yacht Azzam has started her sea trials earlier this week. ... read full story

Christening of 33m Vitters luxury sailing yacht INOUI

June 20, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 33m superyacht Inoui by Vitters has been officially christened. This beautiful high-performance sloop is designed by Philippe Briand, with interior design by Andrew Winch. ... read full story

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