New Zealand Luxury Yacht Charter & Superyacht News

Sailing yacht Lion New Zealand completes two-year refit

March 13, 2019

Written by Rachael Steele

Classic 1980s sailing yacht LION NEW ZEALAND has completed her multi-million dollar two-year refit and will undergo sea trials before being returned to service with the NZ Sailing Trust. ... read full story

Brand-New 40m South Pacific Explorer Charter Yacht THE BEAST hits water

March 11, 2019

Written by Eva Belanyiova

THE BEAST, a 40m luxury explorer yacht designed by New Zealand’s LOMOcean naval architects hit the water, ready for sea trials and final outfitting stage. With accommodation for up to 12 guests over 5 staterooms with a flexible layout, THE BEAST is promising to be a successful charter yacht, available around the various destinations of... ... read full story

New Zealand superyacht ‘The Beast’ due for delivery in March

February 11, 2019

Written by Rachael Steele

New Zealand-built luxury yacht THE BEAST is nearing completion at Foxton Beach and is due for launch later this month before joining the New Zealand and South Pacific charter market in June 2019. ... read full story

Winners announced for the New Zealand Millennium Cup 2019

February 06, 2019

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The results are in for the 11th edition of the Millennium Cup, and sailing yacht TAWERA has been crowned the winner. ... read full story

Millennium Cup, a Certified ‘Clean Regatta’ kicks off 2019 superyacht regattas in New Zealand

January 23, 2019

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The Millennium Cup will be the first superyacht regatta in 2019 and is set to take place in the beautiful Bay of Islands in New Zealand. ... read full story

In pictures: HMAS Flinders – The past life of superyacht Plan B

November 12, 2018

Written by Rachael Steele

Superyacht PLAN B is one of the most original superyachts cruising the South Pacific, beginning life as an Australian naval ship in 1973 before being converted in 2011. Now, one of the previous sailors who has worked aboard has provided photos of her original appearance for an incredible comparison of her extensive changes. ... read full story

Asia Pacific Superyacht Association a strong presence at the Monaco Yacht Show

November 12, 2018

Written by Rachael Steele

The Asia Pacific Superyacht Association promotes Asia and the South Pacific as fully-functional luxury yachting destinations, and their recent attendance and success with 'Asia Superyacht Night' at the Monaco Yacht Show has led to a similar event planned for the Singapore Yacht Show 2019. ... read full story

Luxury yachts cruising Australia & New Zealand charter grounds to suit your group this 2018/19 winter season

November 07, 2018

Written by Rachael Steele

The Australia and New Zealand charter grounds are filled with amazing discoveries to be made on land and beneath the water, and there is an amazing selection of luxury yachts out there perfectly suited to your budget, group variety in ages and interests. ... read full story

Heading South: How to make the most of the Winter 2018/19 Luxury Yacht Charter season

October 31, 2018

Written by Rachael Steele

Make the best of the winter 2018/19 luxury yacht charter season with expert advice on what to do, what to avoid and what the differing charter grounds have to offer. ... read full story