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 photos and video of N120 luxury yacht AURORA leaving Hong Kong Luxury Yachts
25 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New photos and video of N120 luxury yacht AURORA leaving Hong Kong

As part of her maiden voyage, a sea trial by delivery of sorts, from Xiamen...

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New 58m motor yacht project by Dorries Maritime to premier at MYS 2013 Luxury Yacht Design
25 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New 58m motor yacht project by Dorries Maritime to premier at MYS 2013

Dorries Maritime Services will officially presents its special edition of luxury superyachts, varying in size...

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The Best Luxury Charter Yachts CharterWorld News
24 July 2013 by Eva Belanyiova

The Best Luxury Charter Yachts

From amongst the numerous fabulous luxury charter yachts available around the world we have selected...

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Launch of the 53m sailing yacht ZEN Luxury Yachts
24 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Launch of the 53m sailing yacht ZEN

The all-new 53m superyacht ZEN has been launched in Indonesia. This gorgeous Phinisi Schooner is...

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Princess to launch three new yacht models at PSP Southampton Boat Show 2013 Luxury Yachts
24 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Princess to launch three new yacht models at PSP Southampton Boat Show 2013

Three luxury vessels built by the prestigious UK shipyard Princess Yachts will be making their...

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Biggest ever Rolex Fastnet Race to be attended by US sailors Luxury Yachts
24 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Biggest ever Rolex Fastnet Race to be attended by US sailors

The biggest ever Rolex Fastnet Race will kick off on August 11, 2013. It will...

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Admiral Tecnomar presents first Superyacht in the ENVY yacht series developed with Vripack Luxury Yacht Design
24 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Admiral Tecnomar presents first Superyacht in the ENVY yacht series developed with Vripack

The first superyacht in the all-new ENVY yacht series has been proudly presented by Admiral...

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All-new 40m motor yacht Project GALATEA (hull 15640) by Heesen Luxury Yacht Design
24 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

All-new 40m motor yacht Project GALATEA (hull 15640) by Heesen

The leading Dutch builder, Heesen, is presently working on its all-new 40m superyacht Project Galatea...

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Interior renderings of Bilgin 164 Yacht ALFULK Luxury Yacht Design
24 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Interior renderings of Bilgin 164 Yacht ALFULK

The prominent Turkish shipyard, Bilgin Yacht, is currently working on its all-new 50m superyacht Alfulk,...

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Technical launch of the 56m Benetti motor yacht FB261 Luxury Yachts
24 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Technical launch of the 56m Benetti motor yacht FB261

The prominent Italian shipyard, Benetti, has successfully launched its brand-new 56m superyacht FB261. Her beautiful...

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Feadship delivers 62m mega yacht SEA OWL Luxury Yachts
23 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Feadship delivers 62m mega yacht SEA OWL

The brand-new 62m superyacht Sea Owl has been recently delivered by Feadship in a special...

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Motor yacht SOFIA with U-Boat’s C-Quester 3 submersible cruising the Mediterranean Luxury Yachts
23 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Motor yacht SOFIA with U-Boat’s C-Quester 3 submersible cruising the Mediterranean

Constructed by the Dutch builder Moonen Shipyards this year, the luxury superyacht Sofia is presently...

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