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.

New 75m motor yacht XHIBITIONIST concept by Eduard Gray of Gray Design

February 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Latest 75-metre superyacht Xhibitionist concept has been designed by Swedish designer Eduard Gray of Gray Design. Eduard is also a designer of supercars. One of these, the Xhibit-G, has been specially created to complement the vessel. ... read full story

Veritais completes sophisticated installation aboard 43 m Vitters Yacht KOO

February 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The fully integrated, ship-wide AV system, comprising an outdoor cinema, as well as on board Wi-Fi and lighting control have been recently installed aboard 43-metre Vitters superyacht KOO by the leading UK audio-visual / IT integrator, Veritais. ... read full story

Night Photo of Steve Jobs’ ‘iYacht’ VENUS entering the Pacific Ocean

February 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following her passage through the Panama Canal last week, the 78 m Feadship mega yacht Venus (Project Aqua) is presently heading to La Paz in Baja California. ... read full story

RORC Caribbean 2013 Yacht Race: Update

February 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Peter Aschenbrenner's American trimaran yacht Paradox and Mike Slade's British Maxi charter yacht ICAP Leopard covered the first 100 miles of the RORC Caribbean 600's course in an astonishing seven and a half hours at 1700 local time. ... read full story

Sanlorenzo SL 94 Yacht becomes the 2012 UIM Environmental Award Winner

February 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sanlorenzo's luxury motor yacht SL 94 has won the 2012 UIM Environmental Award. For the 2012 edition, there is a Winner as well as three Special Mentions. The trophies will be handed over at the annual UIM Awards Giving Gala which will be held on February 23. ... read full story

Photo and filming opportunities for Sunseeker Manhattan 73 Yacht ahead of the 2013 Brit Awards

February 19, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

All-new Sunseeker Manhattan 73 yacht has been recently captured by society favourite photographer Sam Pelly in central London. The vessel has been kept at St. Katharine’s Dock since mid-January but is set to leave for the Mediterranean at the end of this week, after being showcased during the Brit Awards which will be held tomorrow. ... read full story

RORC Caribbean 600 Yacht Race kicks off

February 18, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Being attended by 53 luxury yachts, this year's RORC Caribbean 600 yacht race has seen its start. A number of outstanding vessels, such as charter yacht ICAP Leopard as well as superyachts Athos and Adela, are also participating. ... read full story

Luxury yachts by Nautor’s Swan to compete in the RORC Caribbean 600

February 18, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The only offshore race in a popular yacht charter destination - the Caribbean, the popular RORC Caribbean 600 is set to start today. It will be attended by eight luxury yachts built by Nautor's Swan, that will compete for the first of six Swan Challenge Trophies. ... read full story

Live the fascinating Andaman Sea, Borneo and Palawan yacht charter aboard traditional schooner ‘RAJA LAUT Yacht’

February 18, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Discover the wonderful and secluded nature of the Andaman Sea, Borneo or Palawan aboard the traditional gaff schooner sailing yacht RAJA LAUT, accommodating 12 charter guests in 6 comfortable cabins. ... read full story

NZ Millennium Cup 2013 Day 3: A battle in silver and pink

February 18, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The NZ Millennium Cup has once again provided three days of fantastic racing, proving the fierce competitive spirit of the event. The overall victory went to superyacht Zefiro. ... read full story

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