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.

World’s first energy autonomous motor yacht concept by H2-Yachts

March 01, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Measuring 62 meters in length, the new motor yacht concept by H2-Yachts represents the first energy autonomous superyacht in the world, with a reach of over 6,000 nm at 10 knots. She is believed to be available for luxury yacht charter in 2016. ... read full story

Southern Wind launch SW 102 sailing yacht HEVEA

March 01, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

A sister ship to luxury yacht Almagores II, the second SW 102 superyacht Hevea was successfully launched by Southern Wind on February 22. Designed by Farr and Nauta Design, she will be displayed at this year's Monaco Yacht Show. ... read full story

Gill Commodore’s Cup 2013: The Kick-off to the 33rd St. Maarten Heineken Regatta

March 01, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Yesterday, February 28, was marked by the Gill Commodore's Cup 2013, the kick-off to the 33rd edition of this year's St. Maarten Heineken Regatta. The event was attended by 45 yachts, competing in four spinnaker-flying divisions. ... read full story

Stylish sailing superyachts by Danish Yachts & Infiniti Yachts

March 01, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Danish Yachts & Infiniti Yachts have partnered to produce spectacular sailing superyachts. The final stages as well as engineering is already underway for the high performance cruising yacht Infiniti 100S, set to start construction in the second quarter of 2013. ... read full story

Acico Yacht NASSIMA among finalists for IY&A Award 2013

March 01, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The magnificent 2012 superyacht Nassima has been nominated for the 'Yacht Interior Design' Award at the 2013 International Yacht & Aviation Awards. Built by Acico Yachts in the Netherlands, she can comfortably accommodate her guests in lovely interiors, designed by Maja von Dewitz from VDP Studio. ... read full story

Rondal’s rig package for new 70m Perini Navi sailing yacht SYBARIS (Hull C.2227)

March 01, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

At the moment under construction at Perini Navi in La Spezia, the all-new 70m superyacht Sybaris (Hull C.2227) will boast a complete composite rig package, to be designed and produced by Rondal. ... read full story

A very successful 4th UIM Awards Giving Gala

February 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

More than 400 guests were present at the 4th UIM Awards Giving Gala, that was held at La Salle d'Or of Fairmont Hotel - Monte Carlo on February 23. The event was a great success. ... read full story

PlanetSolar is back in the water after six months of maintenance and optimization

February 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The largest solar boat ever built, the MS Tûranor PlanetSolar was successfully re-launched in La Ciotat today, following over 6 months of maintenance and optimization. Its 2013 solar campaign will be officially launched in Monaco on March 18. ... read full story

Eco-friendly yachts and products on display at upcoming Singapore Yacht Show

February 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's Singapore Yacht Show is set to go 'green', with such spectacular eco-friendly vessels on display as the 57,5m sailing yacht Twizzle by Royal Huisman. ... read full story

New Hoek Design Pilot Classic 85 sailing yacht WINDHUNTER II delivered

February 28, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Luxury sailing yacht Windhunter II was recently handed over to her new Turkish Owner. Built by the Dutch shipyard Aluboot, this spectacular Pilot Classic 85 vessel is designed by renowned Hoek Design. ... read full story

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