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.
Luxury Yachts
90ft McConaughy superyacht Genuine Risk leads the way at Rolex China Sea Race 2012
90ft McConaughy Dubois 90 sailing yacht Genuine Risk leads the way at Rolex China Sea...
Luxury Yachts
Gulf Craft makes its debut at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012 with the Majesty 70 yacht on display
Gulf Craft will make its premiere at this year´s Hainan Rendezvous, exhibiting its new motor...
Classic Yachts
First Bilgin 160 Classic superyacht to be launched this spring
Two beautiful gentlemen's motor yachts Bilgin 160 Classic are currently under construction at the Bilgin...
Classic Yachts
Peter Craig Appointed as Principle Race Officer for the Pendennis Cup
Pendennis has appointed for the first time this year a professional race officer to take...
Luxury Yachts
St. Barths Bucket Regatta 2012: Great Success for Hoek Design Superyachts
This year´s St Barths Bucket Regatta was a huge success for the four Hoek Design...
Interior Design
First interior renderings of the superyacht Sunreef 82 DD due to be launched in July 2012
Sunreef 82 Double Decker superyacht, currently in build by the Polish yard Sunreef Yachts is...
Luxury Yachts
Rolex China Sea Race 2012: Day 2 – 1700hrs
Several yachts were sailing well south of the rhumb line, with Jelik V throwing in...
Luxury Yachts
Les Voiles de St. Barth 2012: Tight at the top
There was a better breeze today at the Les Voiles de St. Barth yacht race,...
Luxury Yachts
Cockwells’ 9.5m tender for the new Perini Navi 73m Vitruvius Superyacht
New 9.5 metre Owner's yacht tender created by Cockwells for the 73m Perini Navi Vitruvius...
CharterWorld News
Exceptional French Riviera charter yacht selection for your next luxury charter holiday around the Western Mediterranean
A selection of exceptional charter motor and sailing yachts available for charter in the Western...
Luxury Yachts
43m JFA luxury yacht AXANTHA II among the finalists for the ShowBoats Design Awards 2012
43m JFA luxury yacht AXANTHA II has been selected as finalist for the ShowBoats Design...
Luxury Yachts
Gulf Craft sells the second Majesty 135 Superyacht
Gulf Craft announced the sale of the Second Majesty 135 Superyacht, following her premier at...
