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
A five-minute talk with Philippe Briand expected to attend Singapore Yacht Show 2014
The acclaimed French designer, Philippe Briand, will be attending the 2014 Singapore Yacht Show. His...
Luxury Yacht Design
Recently launched 46m luxury yacht COMO with Feadship’s pioneering use of glass
In addition to superyachts Hampshire II, Musashi and Venus, the all-new 46m motor yacht COMO...
Classic Yachts
St Barths Bucket 2014: Day 3
Racing at the 2014 St Barths Bucket concluded today, on Sunday, March 30. The four...
Feature Superyachts
Rossinavi launch 48m Motor Yacht POLARIS
Renowned luxury yacht builder ROSSINAVI is proud to announce the launch of the Prince Shark...
Classic Yachts
St Barths Bucket 2014: Day 2
Today, March 29, was marked by Day 2 of the currently running St Barths Bucket...
Classic Yachts
St Barths Bucket 2014: Day 1
This year's St Barths Bucket Regatta has kicked off in Gustavia Harbor this morning. Mega...
Feature Superyachts
New renderings of motor yacht PRINCESS 35M
Princess Yachts International has released new renderings of the elegant Princess M Class superyacht Princess...
Luxury Yacht Design
SABDES Superyacht Design nominated for IY&A Award 2014 with 145m mega yacht ‘Project X’
Measuring impressive 145 meters in length, the breath-taking superyacht 'Project X' by SABDES Superyacht Design...
Luxury Yachts
Benetti Yacht OCEAN PARADISE among IY&A Awards 2014 Finalists
The superb 55m Benetti motor yacht Ocean Paradise (hull FB 263) has been shortlisted for...
Luxury Yachts
Benetti Delfino 93 motor yacht ZAPHIRA (BD005) to make her debut at Rio Boat Show 2014
The fifth Delfino 93’ superyacht 'Zaphira' (BD005) is set to make her premiere at the...
Classic Yachts
St Barth’s Bucket Regatta 2014 to kick off today
An extraordinary celebration of superyachts under sail, the 2014 St Barth's Bucket Regatta is set...
Luxury Yachts
Dubois-designed sailing yacht MOONBIRD takes first in class at Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta 2014
Beautifully penned by Dubois Naval Architects, luxury charter yacht Moonbird (ex Moonlight) took first place...
