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.
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Video: Heesen Yachts at Monaco Yacht Show 2014
A video showing the prestigious Dutch builder, Heesen Yachts, at last month's Monaco Yacht Show...
Expedition Yachts
New Zealand superyacht specialist Integrated Marine Group celebrating 10 years of business
Integrated Marine Group, superyacht agents and specialists in superyacht refit, service and repair in New...
Luxury Catamarans
ISS Design & Leadership Awards 2014 Winners
The International Superyacht Society (ISS) has announced the winners of its 2014 Design and Leadership...
Luxury Yacht Design
Motor yacht STARFISH concept by Stevens Lawson Architects shortlisted for IY&A Award 2015
Super yacht STARFISH concept by Stevens Lawson Architects has been nominated for the International Yacht...
Luxury Yachts
Wider 32′ superyacht tender to debut at Fort Lauderdale Int’l Boat Show 2014
This week's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will feature two Wider 32' yacht tenders, one...
Luxury Yachts
Nautor’s order book full of superyacht projects
It is a very busy period for Nautor's Swan, with an order book full of...
Luxury Yacht Design
New 32m motor yacht LIBERTY unveiled by Columbus Yachts
Currently under construction in Palumbo Group Naples Yard, the all-new 32m superyacht Liberty has been...
Classic Yachts
First ever Ibiza Rendezvous Superyacht Regatta a Huge Success
The first Ibiza Rendezvous superyacht regatta has been a huge success, firmly establishing itself in...
Luxury Yachts
Strong line-up of local and international sponsors for 2015 New Zealand Millennium Cup
Next year's New Zealand Millennium Cup will boast a strong line-up of local and international...
Luxury Yachts
Tender Shipyard working on new TS80 Classic Limousine T/T Benetti motor yacht FORMOSA
The new TS80 Classic Limousine boat - a tender to the Benetti super yacht FORMOSA...
Luxury Yacht Design
Sneak preview of new 70m sailing yacht project by Adam Voorhees
Adam Voorhees has announced his all-new 70m superyacht project, set to be fully unveiled at...
Luxury Yachts
Princess Yachts to attend FLIBS 2014 with 11 luxury yachts on display
This week's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) will feature an impressive line-up of 11...
