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.

Sailing yacht Sea Lion rebuilt at Southampton Yacht Services Luxury Yachts
19 August 2011 by Chelsea Smith

Sailing yacht Sea Lion rebuilt at Southampton Yacht Services

Sailing yacht Sea Lion, a 21m (67ft) Abeking & Rasmussen yawl, that was built in...

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Superyacht ‘Why Worry’ getting close to completion and ready for her debut at the 2011 MYS Luxury Yachts
18 August 2011 by Eva Belanyiova

Superyacht ‘Why Worry’ getting close to completion and ready for her debut at the 2011 MYS

The Rossi Navi launched Baglietto superyacht ‘WHY WORRY’ is stunning 42.75-metre vessel from the spacious...

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54.9m (180’) motor yacht Harbour Island launched by Newcastle Shipyards Luxury Yacht Design
18 August 2011 by Chelsea Smith

54.9m (180’) motor yacht Harbour Island launched by Newcastle Shipyards

Newcastle Shipyards, LLC (Newcastle) is proud to announce the successful launch of its largest build-to-date,...

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The 67m Hetairos superyacht delivered by Baltic Yachts Feature Superyachts
16 August 2011 by Eva Belanyiova

The 67m Hetairos superyacht delivered by Baltic Yachts

Yesterday, on the 15th of August 2011, Baltic Yachts have successfully delivered their recently launched...

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Christensen Motor Yacht Remember When at Dennis Conner’s North Cove, Manhattan Feature Superyachts
15 August 2011 by Chelsea Smith

Christensen Motor Yacht Remember When at Dennis Conner’s North Cove, Manhattan

Motor Yacht REMEMBER WHEN, a 49.38m (162′) superyacht built by the Christensen Shipyard, Vancouver in...

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2011 Shipyard Cup: Sailing yacht Whisper Wins Day One Luxury Yachts
14 August 2011 by Chelsea Smith

2011 Shipyard Cup: Sailing yacht Whisper Wins Day One

Under a beautiful Maine sky and fair breezes the 2011 Shipyard Cup fleet saw a...

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New 65m Spadolini superyacht concept for Rossi Navi Luxury Yacht Design
12 August 2011 by Eva Belanyiova

New 65m Spadolini superyacht concept for Rossi Navi

Rossi Navi has recently announced a new 65-metre motor yacht concept design by the renowned...

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Motor Yacht Galeon 780 Crystal launched by Galeon Luxury Yachts
12 August 2011 by Eva Belanyiova

Motor Yacht Galeon 780 Crystal launched by Galeon

Galeon shipyard in Poland are very happy to announce the launch of their flagship superyacht...

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Princess 32M yacht at the 2011 Cannes Boat Show Luxury Yachts
5 August 2011 by Eva Belanyiova

Princess 32M yacht at the 2011 Cannes Boat Show

Princess Yachts International will have another impressive display of boats at this year’s Cannes Boat...

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Heesen Yachts deliver four stunning yachts this summer Luxury Yachts
5 August 2011 by Eva Belanyiova

Heesen Yachts deliver four stunning yachts this summer

Heesen Yachts are very proud to announce the delivery of four impressive and beautiful motor...

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Strand-Craft’s motor yachts SC 122 and SC 166 to be constructed by Ned Ship Group Luxury Yacht Design
4 August 2011 by Eva Belanyiova

Strand-Craft’s motor yachts SC 122 and SC 166 to be constructed by Ned Ship Group

Ned Ship Group are very proud to announce that they have been selected by Strand-Craft...

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More information on the exciting launch of the Picchiotti Ice Class superyacht Galileo G in the Vitruvius series by Perini Navi Group Luxury Yachts
4 August 2011 by Eva Belanyiova

More information on the exciting launch of the Picchiotti Ice Class superyacht Galileo G in the Vitruvius series by Perini Navi Group

Just a year after Exuma, the 50m Picchiotti M/Y, was consigned the Perini Navi Group...

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