Luxury Yachts Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

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.

New 122′ Riva motor yacht MYTHOS with delivery scheduled for May 2014 Luxury Yacht Design
12 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New 122′ Riva motor yacht MYTHOS with delivery scheduled for May 2014

Currently in build at CRN shipyard in Ancona, Italy, the 37-metre superyacht Mythos is due...

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New 64m Benetti yacht sold Luxury Yachts
12 September 2013 by Eva Belanyiova

New 64m Benetti yacht sold

Cannes International Boat Show 2013 saw Benetti shipyard announce the sale of a new 64...

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Ron Holland-designed 40m STATE OF GRACE Yacht and 60m mega yacht SEAHAWK at next Monaco Yacht Show Luxury Yachts
12 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Ron Holland-designed 40m STATE OF GRACE Yacht and 60m mega yacht SEAHAWK at next Monaco Yacht Show

Two of the latest Perini Navi/Ron Holland Design collaborations, the 40m superyacht State of Grace,...

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Ron Holland joins 90′ sailing yacht WAVELENGTH Luxury Yachts
12 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Ron Holland joins 90′ sailing yacht WAVELENGTH

Ron Holland has recently joined the owners of his 90-foot superyacht Wavelength (ex Boo Too)....

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Participation of Ron Holland in the 2013 Perini Navi Cup Luxury Yachts
12 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Participation of Ron Holland in the 2013 Perini Navi Cup

Ron Holland has once again participated in this year's Perini Navi Cup, taking place in...

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Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup – pinnacle rendezvous of the annual Maxi yacht racing calendar Classic Yachts
12 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup – pinnacle rendezvous of the annual Maxi yacht racing calendar

Representing the pinnacle rendezvous of the annual Maxi yacht racing calendar, the Maxi Yacht Rolex...

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Nauta and Reichel Pugh-designed Baltic 112′ Yacht NILAYA wins Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2013 in the SuperMaxi category Luxury Yachts
12 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Nauta and Reichel Pugh-designed Baltic 112′ Yacht NILAYA wins Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2013 in the SuperMaxi category

This year's Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup was marked by the overall victory of the Baltic...

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Latest 36m motor yacht AB116 by Fipa Group launched Luxury Yachts
12 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Latest 36m motor yacht AB116 by Fipa Group launched

Fipa Group successfully launched its all-new 36m superyacht AB116 on August 28, 2013. At the...

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Heesen announces launch of GALACTICA STAR Yacht’s dedicated website Luxury Yachts
11 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Heesen announces launch of GALACTICA STAR Yacht’s dedicated website

The all-new Galactica Star superyacht's dedicated website has been proudly launched by Heesen Yachts today....

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Swan 90 sailing yacht Altair wins Swan Maxi Class Trophy at Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2013 Luxury Yachts
11 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Swan 90 sailing yacht Altair wins Swan Maxi Class Trophy at Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2013

The majestic Swan 90 superyacht Altair has become the winner of the 2013 Maxi Yacht...

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Esimit Sailing Team recognized for its excellent achievements Luxury Yachts
11 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Esimit Sailing Team recognized for its excellent achievements

Igor Simcic, owner of superyacht Esimit Europa 2, was awarded for a great success of...

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Princess Yachts introduces new motor yacht Princess S72 Luxury Yacht Design
11 September 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Princess Yachts introduces new motor yacht Princess S72

Princess Yachts has proudly unveiled its all-new motor yacht Princess S72. More details about this...

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