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 Yachts
Sailing yacht GOLDEN OPUS created by Ron Holland
Created by renowned Ron Holland as the ultimate 'family cruising yacht', the 22-metre luxury yacht...
Luxury Yachts
Horizon RP110 Yacht ANDREA VI – first yacht to benefit from new light-weight superstructure
Horizon RP110 superyacht Andrea VI has become the first luxury vessel by Horizon to benefit...
Luxury Yachts
Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013: Day 3
Today, August 20, 2013, saw Day 3 of the currently running Audi Hamilton Island Race...
Classic Yachts
Superyachts to start racing at 2013 Newport Bucket Regatta this weekend
This year's Newport Bucket Regatta is set to kick off on Saturday, August 24. The...
Luxury Yachts
Radio navigation research team spoofs 213ft WHITE ROSE OF DRACHS Yacht at sea
This summer, assistant professor Todd Humphreys from the Cockrell School of Engineering, and his research...
Luxury Yachts
Dennis Conner’s North Cove hosts CBS’s thrilling crime drama ‘Persons of Interest’
Dennis Conner's North Cove has hosted the CBS's thrilling crime drama called "Persons of Interest",...
Ecological Yachts
95m mega yacht MALUHIA concept by Jonathan Peace
Measuring impressive 95 meters in length, Maluhia yacht concept by Johathan Peace is a breath-taking...
Luxury Yacht Design
65m ILLUSION Yacht Concept by Jonathan Peace
Developed for the ShowBoats Design Awards "Young Designer of the Year" 2013 competition, the beautiful...
Luxury Yacht Design
Adventurist 124 Yacht Concept by Jonathan Peace
Adventurist 124 superyacht concept represents the first luxury vessel ever designed by Jonathan Peace, a...
Luxury Yacht Design
Motor Yacht WIDER 122 by Wider Yachts
Wider Yachts are introducing their new WIDER 122 yacht design; an innovative luxury superyacht accommodating...
Luxury Yachts
Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2013: Day 2
Today, August 19, 2013, saw the second day of racing at the currently running 30th...
Luxury Yachts
Luxury yacht Ronin left Lurssen after an extensive refit
Following a major 11-month refit, the 58,5-metre motor yacht Ronin left the Lurssen shipyard in...
