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.

Singapore Yacht Show 2013 to feature huge choice of boats and yachts

April 10, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

To be hosted by the prestigious ONE°15 Marina Club in Sentosa Cove from April 18 - 21, the next Singapore Yacht Show will welcome an amazing selection of boats as well as yachts. ... read full story

Nauta Yachts on the largest mega yacht in the world: the 180m AZZAM YACHT

April 10, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Nauta Yacht Design comments on one of the most important and demanding projects of their career: the 180m AZZAM yacht; the largest mega yacht in the world. Luxury yacht AZZAM was launched on 5th April by Lurssen. ... read full story

Sunseeker Predator 72′ Yacht AVRORA to be exhibited at Antibes Yacht Show 2013

April 10, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The magnificent 2008 Predator 72' motor yacht Avrora by Sunseeker will be displayed at the next Antibes Yacht Show. She can comfortably sleep up to 6 guests in 3 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Les Voiles de Saint Barth 2013: Day 1

April 10, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's eagerly awaited Les Voiles de Saint Barth has successfully kicked off at Gustavia Harbor this morning. The spectacular Swan 100 superyacht Varsovie is competing in the Maxi class. ... read full story

Latest Rupert 52 Cabin Mega Yacht Tender Design by Rupert Marine

April 10, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Based on the same hull as the well known Rupert 50 Wheel House Indi Jones yacht tender for the 100ft Wally sailing yacht Indio, the all-new Rupert 52 Cabin mega yacht tender concept is the latest design, introduced by Rupert Marine. ... read full story

Derecktor’s Cimolai® 900 ton mobile boat hoist a Great Success

April 10, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The new Cimolai® 900 ton mobile boat hoist, purchased by Derecktor Shipyard in November 2012, has proved to be highly successful, having worked on plenty of 50m motorboats, including the Feadship yacht Aurora B or superyacht Kisses, and many others. ... read full story

44m Persak & Wurmfeld Yacht Concept for Derecktor: Update

April 10, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

New York-based design studio, Persak & Wurmfeld, is currently working on a new 44-metre sailing yacht concept for Derecktor to become exciting, fast, responsive as well as comfortable vessel, featuring all the performance of the leading boats in the "Bucket" fleet. ... read full story

46m Motor Yacht VULCAN now on water

April 09, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Vicem Yachts' luxury superyacht VULCAN - the 46m Vulcan Line vessel is now on water. The V46 yacht features exterior design and naval architecture by Frank Mulder and elegant, luxury interior by Art Line Interiors. ... read full story

South Pacific charter aboard 24 m luxury motor yacht Beyond Capricorn

April 09, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Luxury charter yacht Beyond Capricorn is a fabulous vessel now available for charter in Melanesia, including New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea as well as Borneo. For US$35,000 per week plus expenses 8 guests will find the utmost in comfort as well as a friendly and experienced crew onboard. ... read full story

BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival 2013: Summary

April 09, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The recently concluded BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival 2013 was another great success. The next year's edition of this popular Caribbean event will run from March 31 to April 6, 2014. ... read full story

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