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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.

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

Lantic’s innovative reconditioning for AV system of 46m Palmer Johnson motor yacht CLIFFORD II

June 12, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Lantic Entertainment Systems has recently transformed the AV system aboard the 46m Palmer Johnson superyacht Clifford II with innovative reconditioning. ... read full story

MCM present at re-launch of newly refitted sailing yacht WAVELENGTH (ex BooToo)

June 12, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

MCM attended the re-launch of the newly refitted 27,5m charter yacht Wavelength (ex BooToo) at Holland Jachtbouw in the Netherlands. This year marks the 25th anniversary of MCM that will be also present at the 2013 Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

MCM present at launch of Baltic sailing yacht INUKSHUK

June 12, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The launch of the brand-new Baltic superyacht Inukshuk was attended by MCM, acting as owner's representative. Designed by German Frers, this beautiful sloop will be displayed at this year's Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

New yacht building facility for Dorries Maritime Services in Northern Germany

June 12, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dorries Maritime Services (DMS) has identified a new yacht building facility in Northern Germany. The company is currently working on the magnificent Graceful yacht. The all-new Project 90 Dorries yacht concept is also under development at H2 Yacht Design. ... read full story

Sunreef 82 Yacht HOUBARA Selected in Robb Report’s ‘Best of the Best’ issue as ‘Best Semi-Custom Yacht 2013’

June 12, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Constructed by the respected Polish catamaran builder Sunreef Yachts, the magnificent Sunreef 82 yacht HOUBARA has been named as the 'Best Semi-Custom Yacht 2013' in the Robb Report's 'Best of the Best' issue. ... read full story

Francis Joyon aboard his maxi-trimaran yacht IDEC sets off on the North Atlantic Record

June 11, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Francis Joyon aboard his maxi-trimaran yacht IDEC has set off on the North Atlantic Record from New York to the Lizard this morning. ... read full story

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