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.

Giraglia Rolex Cup 2013, June 14 – 22

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The popular Mediterranean yacht race, Giraglia Rolex Cup, will return from June 14 to 22, 2013. This year's weeklong event will not be attended by superyacht Esimit Europa 2, leaving an open field for the battle to such lovely vessels as the 72ft yacht Bella Mente. ... read full story

New 128ft Motor Yacht by Tansu Yachts and Diana Yacht Design with delivery in 2015

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Scheduled for delivery in 2015, the all-new 39m Tansu motor yacht will feature naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design. The vessel will provide comfortable accommodation in 5 well appointed cabins. ... read full story

Seakeeper completes installation of four M26000 gyros on expedition yacht LARS

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Lars

In order to offer the owners, guests, as well as crew maximum comfort while on long adventures in polar waters, the 36m charter yacht Lars (ex Zeemeeuw) has been equipped with four Seakeeper M26000 gyros. ... read full story

First sailing yacht Sunreef 80 to be launched in July 2013

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due to be launched at the beginning of July 2013, the brand-new sailing yacht Sunreef 80 is currently under constuction at Sunreef Yachts in Poland. She will make her debut at this year's Cannes International Boat Show. ... read full story

New 29m motor yacht BELLE DE JOUR delivered by Flevo Ship Holland

May 16, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Flevo Ship Holland has successfully delivered its brand new 29m superyacht Belle de Jour, providing comfortable accommodation for up to 6 guests. ... read full story

SW102DS HEVEA yacht delivered by Southern Wind Shipyard

May 15, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Southern Wind Shipyard has delivered the SW102DS yacht Hevea, with naval architecture by Farr Yacht Design and design by Nauta Yachts. ... read full story

Video of newly launched Jarrett Bay 77 motor yacht BLANK CHECK (hull 56) undergoing sea trials

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest Jarrett Bay 77 luxury yacht Blank Check (hull 56) was successfully launched earlier this year. At the moment going through her first sea trials, Blank Check will soon fish at the world's largest marlin tournament - the Big Rock, running in June 2013. ... read full story

Ghost Yachts introduces new 55m motor yacht Ghost G180F

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

All-new 55m superyacht Ghost G180F has been proudly presented by Ghost Yachts, in collaboration with prestigious Dutch builder, Feadship. The vessel features elegant and spacious accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 lovely staterooms. ... read full story

Motor yacht CONTACT design – thesis project of IED student Gabriele Teruzzi

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Designed to give her guests the sensation of being one with the outside world, luxury motor yacht Contact design is a new concept, introduced by IED student, Gabriele Teruzzi. ... read full story

Baltic Yachts presents new Baltic 175 sailing yacht PINK GIN VI with launch in 2017

May 15, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due to be launched in 2017, the new Baltic 175 superyacht Pink Gin VI is the latest luxury vessel, introduced by Baltic Yachts. She is designed by judel/vrolijk, with interior design by Design Unlimited. ... read full story

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