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.
CharterWorld News
Bahamas and New England Yacht Charter Special aboard 47m Luxury Yacht RHINO
Don't miss the opportunity to charter yacht RHINO for 8 nights for the price of...
Luxury Yachts
Re-launch of Majestic 65m Mega Yacht ADIX after refit at PENDENNIS
May 2015 saw Pendennis successfully re-launch the 65-metre sailing superyacht ADIX, following her comprehensive 8-month...
Feature Superyachts
Delivery of new unique Limousine Tender to 68m Lurssen Mega Yacht GLOBAL (ex Kismet)
Built by Xtenders to a design by Vripack, the new 8m Limousine Tender to the...
Luxury Yachts
Striking Sunseeker Predator 82 Motor Yacht MAORO sold and delivered
The sale and delivery of the Sunseeker Predator 82 yacht MAORO has been proudly announced...
Luxury Yachts
Ferretti Group’s New Luxury Yacht Models to be displayed at the 2015 Autumn Boat Shows
Ferretti Group will be present at this year's Autumn Boat Shows in Cannes and Monaco,...
Luxury Yachts
Mengi Yay starts working on new 45m Motor Yacht AQUARIUS (NB93)
The new 45-metre NB93 super yacht AQUARIUS (project name) is currently under construction at the...
Luxury Yachts
All-New Hatteras 100 RPH Motor Yacht Hull No. 3 Launched
US shipyard, Hatteras Yachts, has successfully launched the third Hatteras 100 Raised Pilothouse (RPH) yacht,...
Expedition Yachts
All-new 77m Explorer Motor Yacht YERSIN designed by Pierre J. KUBIS Designs
This month was marked by the naming ceremony of the impressive 77-metre explorer yacht YERSIN,...
Luxury Yachts
World Premiere of New BENETTI Motor Yacht VIVACE 125’ at Cannes Yachting Festival
The all-new Benetti Fast Displacement super yacht VIVACE 125' is set to make her world...
Luxury Yacht Design
New Sunseeker 116 Yacht Exclusive Preview
Sunseeker International is currently working on the new '116 Yacht' superyacht. Destined for entertaining in...
Luxury Yacht Design
All-new Motor Yacht ‘131 Yacht’ by SUNSEEKER
This is a video introducing the latest Sunseeker 131 Yacht, currently under construction, with launch...
Classic Yachts
Extensive facilities and workforce expansion at Pendennis Shipyard
Pendennis Shipyard in UK’s Falmouth has successfully completed and christened its 7,564m² non-tidal wet basin....
