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.

Latest 70m mega yacht concept designed by Joachim Kinder

June 04, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The all-new 70m superyacht concept has been introduced by German designer, Joachim Kinder. It features amazing glazing parts besides the stern around the generous pool. ... read full story

Lurssen to launch 85m motor yacht Project NIKI soon

June 04, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The impressive 85-metre mega yacht Project NIKI (Nicki) is presumed to be launched by the respected German shipyard, Lurssen, this week. A sister ship to superyacht ACE (ex Project ROCKY), she is designed by bespoke Espen Oeino. ... read full story

Moonen Shipyards complete refit of Moonen 84 motor yacht ETOILE D’AZUR

June 03, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The five-year major refit of the Moonen 84 superyacht Etoile d'Azur has been successfully completed by the Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands. The newly reffited vessel is currently on the way to the breath-taking yacht charter destination - Scandinavia. ... read full story

Princess Motor Yacht Sales opens new sales and service office in Mallorca’s Port Adriano

June 03, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Princess Motor Yacht Sales has recently inaugurated a new sales and service office in Port Adriano, situated in the lovely Spanish yacht charter location - Mallorca. ... read full story

Dubois Cup 2013: Day 2, Race 1

June 03, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Day of the 2013 Dubois Cup was marked by the victory of Genevieve yachts, which won the day's racing on corrected time by a margin of 12 seconds over charter yacht Nostromo. ... read full story

Andrew Winch on newly launched 62m Feadship mega yacht SEA OWL

June 03, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Entirely designed by renowned Andrew Winch Designs from London, the all-new 62m Feadship motor yacht Sea Owl hit the water on May 31, 2013. She provides her guests with both relaxing and spacious accommodation. ... read full story

Newport Charter Yacht Show 2013 to exhibit Exquisite Charter Yachts in less than one month

June 03, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Newport Charter Yacht Show will kick off in less than one month, once again hosting the world's finest charter yachts. The 151ft charter yacht Katya and the all-new 129ftt motor yacht Safira will be making their charter show premiere. ... read full story

PlanetSolar starts her “DeepWater” scientific expedition

June 03, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Saturday, June 1, 2013, saw the world's largest solar boat, PlanetSolar, reached her first 2013 American stopover - Miami, marking the launch of the “PlanetSolar DeepWater” scientific expedition. ... read full story

All-new 62m motor yacht SEA OWL (hull no. 807) launched by Feadship

June 03, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of the 2013 Feadship launches - the 57m superyacht Larisa

The brand-new 62m mega yacht Sea Owl (hull no. 807) hit the water at the Feadship facility in the Netherlands on Friday, May 31, 2013. She is designed by award-winning Andrew Winch. ... read full story

Abeking & Rasmussen delivers 82m motor yacht SECRET

June 03, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The respected German shipyard, Abeking & Rasmussen, successfully handed over its voluminous 82m mega yacht Secret (hull 6493) to her new Owner on May 30, 2013. She is designed by bespoke Sam Sorgiovanni. ... read full story

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