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 Catamarans
Videos: JFA Long Island 85 sailing yacht WindQuest
Two videos introducing the brand new JFA Long Island 85 charter yacht WindQuest, with naval...
Luxury Yachts
Bilgin 147 motor yacht ELADA now enjoying the sea
The brand new Bilgin 147 super yacht ELADA is currently enjoying the sea, following her...
Luxury Yacht Design
Additional renderings of Mondo Marine SF40 Yacht
The latest renderings of the new 41,50-metre super yacht SF40, presently in build at the...
Luxury Yacht Design
Launch of new 31,68m motor yacht SERENITAS at Mengi Yay
Turkish shipyard, Mengi Yay, has successfully launched the brand new 31,68m super yacht Serenitas (hull...
Classic Yachts
Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2014: Day 1
This year's 25th Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup officially kicked off yesterday, on September 1, 2014....
Luxury Yachts
Photos: RSB Rigging working on Alloy sailing yacht KOKOMO
Photos showing RSB Rigging while working on the majestic 58-metre Alloy charter yacht KOKOMO. Her...
Classic Yachts
Video: 35m Claasen sailing yacht FIREFLY racing in Superyacht Cup Palma 2014
A video showing the outstanding 35m Claasen super yacht Firefly while participating in the 2014...
Luxury Yachts
Video: Hargrave 101 RPH motor yacht CATERA leaving Quebec City, Canada
A video showing the Hargrave 101 RPH super yacht Catera while leaving Quebec City in...
Luxury Yachts
RSB Rigging to re-step rig of 56m Perini Navi ASAHI Yacht next month
Next month will see RSB Rigging re-step the rig of the outstanding 56m Perini Navi...
Luxury Yachts
Video: Sunseeker 80 motor yacht SEAS THE DAY cruising into Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A video showing the Sunseeker 80 super yacht 'Seas the Day' while cruising in the...
Luxury Yachts
Rolex Swan Cup 2014 to mark 30th anniversary of relationship between Rolex, Nautor’s Swan and YCCS
The 2014 edition of the upcoming Rolex Swan Cup will mark the 30th anniversary of...
Feature Superyachts
Flushline™: Flush sliding doors and windows for superyachts by Fehrmann
German company, Fehrmann, has proudly presented their new Flushline™, representing a dream design with flush...
