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.
Expedition Yachts
Cantiere delle Marche to compete with motor yacht NOGA in IY&A Awards 2015
Luxury motor yacht NOGA by Cantiere delle Marche has been announced as one of the...
Luxury Yachts
Luxury yacht builder Baglietto today – a bespoke Italian leadership
Established by Pietro Baglietto in 1854, Baglietto represents one of the most prestigious luxury yacht...
Luxury Catamarans
Sea trials aboard the 70 Sunreef Power Yacht DAMRAK II
Sea trials aboard the 70 Sunreef Power charter yacht DAMRAK II have been organized by...
Luxury Yacht Design
Tansu Yachts signs order for 38,4m motor yacht Project TIGERSHARK ONE
The order for the all-new 38,4m super yacht Project Tigershark One has been recently signed...
Luxury Yachts
Atlantic Record broken by 100ft Maxi superyacht LEOPARD 3
December 3, 2014, saw the 100ft Maxi charter yacht Leopard 3 set a new record...
Luxury Catamarans
New 115’ Power Catamaran Concept by JFA Yachts & Peugeot Design Lab
New 115’ motor yacht concept has been proudly presented by JFA Yachts and Peugeot Design...
Luxury Yachts
Launch of sailing yacht Rambler 88
This month in Newport, Rhode Island, USA saw the launch of the 88-foot racing yacht...
Luxury Yachts
Video: Sanlorenzo 108 motor yacht ALEGHI heading to Miami, Florida
A video showing Sanlorenzo 108 super yacht Aleghi, while heading to the lovely Florida yacht...
Feature Superyachts
Video: Launch of 73m motor yacht YALLA (CRN 132)
A video showing the launch of the impressive 73m mega yacht YALLA (CRN 132) at...
Luxury Yachts
Sailing yacht WILD OATS XI Crew preparing for next week’s Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
The highly experienced crew of the 30m Supermaxi yacht Wild Oats XI is currently preparing...
Luxury Yachts
Princess Yachts to be present at boot Dusseldorf 2015 with seven yacht display
Princess Yachts will be attending the 2015 Dusseldorf Boat Show, showcasing seven luxury vessels. These...
Luxury Yacht Design
Update on construction of motor yacht WIDER 150’
Wider Yachts from Ancona, Italy has shared exciting news: the transom of luxury super yacht...
