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.

Tankoa Yachts to present new 72m mega yacht S72 at Monaco Yacht Show 2013 Luxury Yacht Design
30 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Tankoa Yachts to present new 72m mega yacht S72 at Monaco Yacht Show 2013

The new 72-metre superyacht S72 by Tankoa Yachts will be presented in the World Preview...

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Recently delivered 34m Curvelle luxury yacht QUARANTA Luxury Catamarans
30 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Recently delivered 34m Curvelle luxury yacht QUARANTA

Currently the world's largest carbon hybrid composite power catamaran, the 34-metre charter yacht Quaranta by...

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Video of new 45m Heesen motor yacht YN 17145 with launch in 2015 Luxury Yacht Design
30 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Video of new 45m Heesen motor yacht YN 17145 with launch in 2015

This is a video introducing the all-new 45m superyacht YN 17145 by Heesen Yachts, due...

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Two outstanding Ron Holland-designed cruising superyachts visited Stockholm Luxury Yachts
29 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Two outstanding Ron Holland-designed cruising superyachts visited Stockholm

Both penned by renowned Ron Holland Design, the 143-foot Royal Huisman superyacht Juliet, as well...

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Photos of 134m luxury motor yacht SERENE Feature Superyachts
29 July 2013 by Eva Belanyiova

Photos of 134m luxury motor yacht SERENE

A selection of images taken of the 134m magnificent luxury superyacht SERENE by Victor Davare...

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Second Cerri 102′ Flying Sport Yacht MUSE sold by Rodriguez Group Luxury Yachts
29 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Second Cerri 102′ Flying Sport Yacht MUSE sold by Rodriguez Group

The Rodriguez Group has successfully sold the second Cerri 102' Flying Sport superyacht MUSE. She...

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New Vulcan 35m Trideck motor yacht JULEM I launched by Vicem Yachts Luxury Yachts
29 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New Vulcan 35m Trideck motor yacht JULEM I launched by Vicem Yachts

Turkish builder, Vicem Yachts, has successfully launched its brand new Vulcan 35m superyacht Julem I....

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Horizon to exhibit three luxury yachts at Sydney International Boat Show 2013 Luxury Yachts
29 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon to exhibit three luxury yachts at Sydney International Boat Show 2013

The upcoming Sydney International Boat Show will feature three luxury vessels built by Horizon: motor...

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All-new motor yacht Hatteras 100RPH hit the water Luxury Yachts
29 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

All-new motor yacht Hatteras 100RPH hit the water

The prestigious US builder, Hatteras, successfully launched its all-new Hatteras 100RPH yacht on Friday, July...

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Three new yacht contracts signed by Wim van der Valk in one week Luxury Yacht Design
26 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Three new yacht contracts signed by Wim van der Valk in one week

Three new orders for three luxury yachts of 34 meters, 23 meters and 20 meters...

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227ft motor yacht SALUZI under refit at Horizon to be re-launched in August Luxury Yachts
26 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

227ft motor yacht SALUZI under refit at Horizon to be re-launched in August

The impressive 227-foot superyacht Saluzi (ex Tia Moana) is currently undergoing the final stages of...

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Horizon RP105 motor yacht AGORA to embark on maiden voyage to Japan today Luxury Yachts
26 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon RP105 motor yacht AGORA to embark on maiden voyage to Japan today

Having successfully completed her sea trials this week, the brand new Horizon RP105 superyacht AGORA...

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