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.

Yachting Pages ‘Superyacht Shot’ Photography Competition Winners

January 23, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Quin Bisset and Captain Mark O’Connell were announced today as winners of the Yachting Pages ‘Superyacht Shot’ photography competition for their amazing images of sailing yacht Vertigo, motor yacht Faribana V and mega yacht Eclipse. ... read full story

Video of the 50 m luxury charter yacht BARACUDA by Perini Navi and Ron Holland

January 23, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The magnificent 2008 charter yacht Baracuda is constructed by the prominent Italian manufacturer, Perini Navi. Designed by the yard's in-house team in collaboration with Ron Holland, she features lovely accommodation for 10 guests in total. ... read full story

Sunseeker Yachts win ‘Best Luxury Yacht Brand’ award

January 23, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a double celebration for the prominent UK builder, Sunseeker International, earlier this year. The company was recognised as the 'Best Luxury Yacht Brand' during the 9th Hurun 'Best of the Best' Awards and its 28 Metre Yacht also received the "Best Motor Yacht under 30M" award. ... read full story

Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013 to be shortened by one day

January 23, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

One of Australia's most popular keelboat regattas, Audi Hamilton Island Race Week, will be shortened by one day, as recently announced by its organisers. ... read full story

2013 – another busy year for superyacht racing

January 23, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

This year's superyacht racing season will kick off with the Antigua Superyacht Challenge, that will start at the end of this month. There will once again be a highly anticipated Superyacht Cup Palma that will host such spectacular vessels as Perini Navi charter yacht P2. ... read full story

New sailing yacht VPLP 78 concept by Van Peteghem Lauriot Prevost

January 23, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The prestigious French design studio, Van Peteghem Lauriot Prevost Yacht Design, is proud to present its latest VPLP 78 yacht concept. It is a magnificent performance cruising catamaran, offering utmost in luxury and impressive speed while sailing. ... read full story

Luxury charter yacht ICAP Leopard to participate in RORC Caribbean 600

January 23, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following her great success at IMA Transatlantic Race, the 100-foot charter yacht ICAP Leopard 3 will be also competing in the next RORC Caribbean 600. The race will kick off from Antigua on February 18. ... read full story

Outstanding SEYCHELLES yacht charter special for Charter Yacht TITANIA (ex Apoise)

January 22, 2013

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Recently refitted and shortlisted for the 2013 World Superyacht Awards in Refit category, luxury superyacht TITANIA (ex APOISE) is currently running an excellent charter special in the beautiful yacht charter destination - the Seychelles. ... read full story

History making 45 m Feadship HELIX Yacht now for sale

January 22, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The leading Dutch builder, Feadship, has put its F45 Vantage yacht Helix up for sale, asking 29.8 million Euro. This beautiful vessel made history by being the first superyacht to be allowed to sail up the Pearl River in China. ... read full story

Dubois designed Oyster 100 PENELOPE Yacht among finalists for World Superyacht Awards 2013

January 22, 2013

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The second Oyster 100 yacht Penelope has been announced as a finalist in the 2013 World Superyacht Awards. This beautiful vessels is designed by well known Dubois Naval Architects. ... read full story

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