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 Yachts
RORC Transatlantic Race is Born
The inaugural RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 was attended by an international fleet of yachts, including...
Luxury Yachts
RORC Transatlantic Race 2014 Prizegiving
The Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina, a lovley Grenada yacht holiday location, nestled in...
Luxury Yachts
The arrival of first luxury yachts to be displayed at 2015 CWM FX London Boat Show
The first luxury yachts to be displayed at the 2015 CWM FX London Boat Show...
Luxury Yachts
A very successful year for South Coast offices of the Sunseeker London Group
Over 100% increase in the number of Sunseeker yachts sold this year, compared to 2013...
Luxury Yacht Design
New 50M Vitruvius® Motor Yacht Design
New 50M Vitruvius® superyacht concept has been unveiled. This striking vessel is based on the...
Luxury Yacht Design
Video: New motor yacht Columbus Sport Oceanic 70
A video presenting the new 70-metre mega yacht Columbus Sport Oceanic 70 by Columbus Yachts....
Classic Yachts
Sarp Yacht’s CLASSIC 40m Yacht Concept nominated for IY&A Award 2015
Sarp Yacht’s CLASSIC 40m yacht concept has been shortlisted to participate in the International Yacht...
Luxury Yachts
Sea trials for Horizon E73 motor yacht JUSTUS
The all-new Horizon E73 luxury yacht Justus has recently undergone her first sea trials. The...
Charity & Fund Raising
Nominations for 2015 MDL Sail Training Awards now open
It is now possible to register for the 2015 MDL Sail Training Awards. The nominations...
Luxury Yachts
Further Shortlist Success for Luxury Projects with luxury yacht YOLO in the IY&A Awards 2015
Luxury Projects has been announced as one of the finalists for the International Yacht &...
Luxury Catamarans
Latest 130m catamaran project by Uldas Design
The all-new 130m mega yacht project has been proudly unveiled by Uldas Design from Turkey....
Luxury Yachts
Recently delivered third Asteria 108 motor yacht Jie Peng Shi Ba Hao by Heysea Yachts
This month saw the delivery of the all-new Asteria 108 super yacht Jie Peng Shi...
