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.
Luxury Yacht Design
New Custom Line NAVETTA 37 Yacht signed by Zuccon International Project
Zuccon International Project has signed the internal and external design for the new superyacht Navetta...
Luxury Yacht Design
New motor yacht Bering 77 design unveiled by Bering Yachts
The Bering 77 yacht design has been proudly introduced by Bering Yachts. Two hulls have...
Feature Superyachts
72m VSY motor yacht STELLA MARIS once again promoting sustainability at sea
VSY, the builder of the impressive 72m mega yacht Stella Maris, returned to La Spezia...
Feature Superyachts
Recently launched 110m motor yacht JUBILEE (Y714) by Oceanco
March 19, 2015, saw Oceanco subcontractor Zwijnenberg launch the 110m (361’) super yacht Jubilee (Y714)....
Luxury Yacht Design
New Sailing Superyacht Line unveiled by Front Street Shipyard and Tripp Design
New line of modern sloops has been proudly unveiled by Front Street Shipyard and Tripp...
CharterWorld News
New 74m motor yacht V+A project by Alvaro Aparicio de Leon
New 74m mega yacht V+A project has been proudly revealed by Alvaro Aparicio de Leon....
Luxury Yachts
Video of Westport 112 motor yacht BOOK ENDS
A video showing the Westport 112 super yacht BOOK ENDS underway. This 2012 vessel has...
Luxury Yacht Design
Video: Motor yacht WIDER 125’ presented during Miami Boat Show 2015
A video from a press cocktail organized by Wider Yachts at the Miami Boat Show...
Charity & Fund Raising
Arrival of motor yacht DRAGONFLY in Vanuatu
The 73m Silver Yachts super yacht DRAGONFLY has arrived in Vanuatu, devastated by Cyclone Pam...
Expedition Yachts
Fincantieri Yachts to be present at London Yacht, Jet and Prestige Car Show 2015
Italian shipyard, Fincantieri Yachts, will be on stand no. A09 at the upcoming London Yacht,...
Expedition Yachts
JFA Yachts to exhibit at London Yacht Jet and Prestige Car Show
French shipyard, JFA Yachts, will be participating in next month's London Yacht Jet and Prestige...
CharterWorld News
75m Oceanco Motor Yacht ANASTASIA – The largest Superyacht ever to be showcased at Singapore Yacht Show
The outstanding 75,5m charter yacht ANASTASIA will be displayed at next week's Singapore Yacht Show...
