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.

Latest 65m NEDSHIP superyacht SEA BULL concept featuring the C-Explorer 3 submersible by U-Boat Worx

November 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

NEDSHIP has recently presented its newest 65-metre megayacht SEA BULL concept, fitted with such amazing water toys as the unique C-Explorer 3 submersible by U-Boat Worx. ... read full story

Curvelle catamaran yacht QUARANTA boasting the C-Quester 2 submarine by U-Boat Worx

November 09, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

U-Boat Worx has teamed up with the 34m Curvelle superyacht Quaranta. The goal of this strategic partnership is to promote the unique six meter hydraulic powered aluminium stern platform of 'quaranta' that is able to launch the C-Quester 2 submarine by U-Boat Worx. ... read full story

CdM Yachts premieres Darwin Class 86′ yacht PERCHERON at FLIBS and launches the yacht’s new blog

November 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The second Darwin Class 86' superyacht Percheron by Cantiere delle Marche made her premiere at this year's Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. Available for visits and inspections, this magnificent explorer will stay in Palm Beach until December and will be exhibited at the Miami Boat Show in February. ... read full story

Marble Automation products aboard Gulf Craft Majesty 135 and Majesty 125 superyachts

November 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Two luxury vessels by Gulf Craft, including Majesty 135 superyacht as well as Majesty 125 yacht, will boast products by Piet Brouwer Electrotechnology's subsidiary Marble Automation. ... read full story

First WallyAce 26m superyacht KANGA on display at the upcoming Antigua Charter Yacht Show

November 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The next month's Antigua Charter Yacht Show will feature the first WallyAce 26m charter yacht Kanga. This highly innovative vessel is able to sleep up to 10 guests in style and comfort. ... read full story

Piet Brouwer’s load test for generators for maximum operational safety aboard Acico superyacht NASSIMA

November 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Piet Brouwer Electrotechnology has recently carried out a load test for generators aboard the freshly delivered 49m Acico luxury yacht Nassima. It is part of the test protocol that is commonly performed before a yacht is delivered. ... read full story

New ‘Seaboater 787 Kiteboat’ Yacht Concept by Seaboater Yachts

November 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Designed by Goran Pinjusic, the 24-metre 'Seaboater 787 Kiteboat' yacht concept is a new design, presented by Seaboater Yachts. This eco-friendly vessel is run by fully electrical engines with electricity collected from a kite. ... read full story

Solent Refit works on the 58m charter yacht LADY K II

November 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Launched by the UK shipyard Austin & Pickersgill in 1961, the 58m luxury charter yacht Lady K II (ex Radiant I, Princess Tanya) has arrived at Solent Refit to undergo a major refit. This beautiful, classic vessel can comfortably sleep up to 18 charter guests. ... read full story

Luxury yacht Star Fish for sale and completion by McMullen & Wing

November 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Due for launch in March 2013, the 75% complete 50m expedition yacht Star Fish was damaged by fire at McMullen & Wing three months ago. Now available for sale for completion by this renowned Auckland-based shipyard, she could be completed in 18 months. ... read full story

Expedition yacht STAR FISH damaged by fire at McMullen & Wing now for sale

November 08, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Following a devastating fire at the Auckland-based McMullen & Wing shipyard three months ago, the owner of the 50m superyacht Star Fish, that was badly damaged by fire, has decided to put her up for sale. ... read full story

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