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.

Complete paint job for Mulder 73 Wheelhouse Yacht FLOAT at Mulder Shipyard

June 14, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Last September saw the arrival of Mulder 73 Wheelhouse yacht Float to its birthplace - the Mulder Shipyard in the Netherlands. She will go through a complete paint job of the hull as well as superstructure. ... read full story

North Atlantic Record: Francis Joyon aboard his trimaran yacht IDEC to reach halfway point this evening

June 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Francis Joyon aboard his maxi-trimaran yacht IDEC is due to reach the halfway point of his voyage between New York and The Lizard this evening. ... read full story

Swan Yachts to attend Giraglia Rolex Cup 2013

June 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Set to start this weekend, the next Giraglia Rolex Cup will be hosting an amazing fleet of Swan yachts, including Swan 80FD charter yacht Alpina. ... read full story

Replica of 1903 classic yacht INGOMAR seeking buyer to finish construction at Front Street Shipyard

June 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Replica of the 1903 classic sailing yacht Ingomar is presently searching for a buyer for completion at the Front Street Shipyard in the USA. Ingomar is a spectacular 54m schooner, designed by Nathanael Herreshoff. ... read full story

New 60m motor yacht GHOST concept by Pierrejean Design Studio

June 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest 60-metre mega yacht GHOST concept has been unveiled by the French Pierrejean Design Studio. It is both assertive as well as discreet, with neither the extravagance nor classicism, normally found on plenty of yachts. ... read full story

Endeavour Quay welcomes 1925 sailing yacht YALI

June 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

On June 12, 2013, the majestic 1925 77-foot sailing yacht YALI was lifted up by the 180-tonne boat lift at Endeavour Quay in the UK to undergo a keel inspection. ... read full story

Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2013 attended by Southern Wind’s SW 100 Yacht CAPE ARROW and SW 94 Yacht WINDFALL

June 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta was successfully concluded on June 8, hosting such majestic vessels as the SW 100 yacht Cape Arrow and the SW 94 yacht Windfall, both built by the respected South African shipyard, Southern Wind. ... read full story

First Nordhavn 120 Yacht AURORA to be delivered soon

June 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The first Nordhavn 120 superyacht Aurora will be delivered soon, being taken on her own bottom from the South Coast Factory in China to her new home in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. ... read full story

Additional images of 88m Lurssen mega yacht QUATTROELLE

June 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The outstanding 88-metre mega yacht Quattroelle (Project Bellissimo) was delivered by the premier German builder, Lurssen, in 2012. She boasts luxurious accommodation for up to 12 guests. ... read full story

Codecasa Shipyards to launch Codecasa 50s motor yacht FRAMURA 3 on Saturday, June 22, 2013

June 13, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Saturday, June 22, 2013, will see the launching of the all-new Codecasa flagship, the first Codecasa 50s superyacht Framura 3 (hull C 120). Due to be delivered at the end of July 2013, she is designed by bespoke Andrea Bacigalupo. ... read full story

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