This year's prestigious Dubai International Boat Show will start on March 5. The event will host 30 new exhibitors from all sectors, as well as 19 of the world's most spectacular superyachts, that will be displayed in the Superyacht Pavilion. ... read full story
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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.
Heesen Yachts announces sale of the first 55m motor yacht YN 17255
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The respected Dutch shipyard, Heesen Yachts, has recently sold its all-new 55m superyacht YN 17255. Designed by Frank Laupman from Omega Architects, she features a highly innovative fast displacement hull form, developed by Van Oossanen Naval Architects. ... read full story
RORC Caribbean 600 Yacht Race 2013: First yachts to finish tomorrow morning
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Tomorrow morning, Wednesday, February 20, is expected to see the first finishers of the 2013 RORC Caribbean 600 yacht race. One or two records will be presumably broken. ... read full story
Central Yacht appointed as Owner’s representative for the build of 56m Benetti motor yacht FB266
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Central Yacht has become owner's representative for the build of the new 56-metre Benetti superyacht FB266. She is a sister ship to the FB260 yacht Lady Candy. Her delivery is scheduled for April 2015. ... read full story
RORC Caribbean 600 Yacht Race: Day 2
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The second day of the 2013 RORC Caribbean 600 yacht race was marked by sleigh ride. The yachts competing in this popular race have reached the breathtaking island of St. Kitts. ... read full story
New 75m motor yacht XHIBITIONIST concept by Eduard Gray of Gray Design
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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