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 Nordhavn 120 superyacht AURORA arriving in Hong Kong Luxury Yachts
19 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New photos and video of Nordhavn 120 superyacht AURORA arriving in Hong Kong

The all-new Nordhavn flagship, N120 luxury yacht Aurora, has successfully reached Hong Kong, as part...

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Multihulls to become permanent feature at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week Luxury Yachts
19 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Multihulls to become permanent feature at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week

As a result of the recent completion of a new 40-berth marina arm in the...

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PSP Southampton Boat Show 2013 to start in just over eight weeks Luxury Yachts
19 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

PSP Southampton Boat Show 2013 to start in just over eight weeks

Set to run from September 13 to 22, 2013, the 45th edition of PSP Southampton...

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Three Azimut Yachts to make World Premiere at Autumn Boat Shows Luxury Yachts
19 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Three Azimut Yachts to make World Premiere at Autumn Boat Shows

Three Azimut Yachts will make their World Premiere at the Autumn Boat Shows, including superyacht...

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FEEBE boarding equipment for 33m Lynx luxury yacht HELIAD II Luxury Yachts
18 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

FEEBE boarding equipment for 33m Lynx luxury yacht HELIAD II

The recently launched 33-metre Lynx superyacht Heliad II (Project Jericho) has been fully equipped with...

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New sailing yacht SILENT 76 presented by Admiral Tecnomar Luxury Yacht Design
18 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New sailing yacht SILENT 76 presented by Admiral Tecnomar

The prominent Italian builder, Admiral Tecnomar, part of the Italian Sea Group, is pleased to...

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Another busy year for Royal Huisman’s Huisfit completing important superyacht refits Classic Yachts
18 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Another busy year for Royal Huisman’s Huisfit completing important superyacht refits

Royal Huisman's Huisfit in the Netherlands has completed several important refits in the first half...

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A great success of Royal Huisman’s Huisfit-refitted HEARTBEAT Yacht at Superyacht Cup Palma 2013 Classic Yachts
18 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

A great success of Royal Huisman’s Huisfit-refitted HEARTBEAT Yacht at Superyacht Cup Palma 2013

It has been a huge success for the Royal Huisman's Huisfit-refitted luxury yacht HEARTBEAT at...

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New photos of Codecasa 50s Yacht FRAMURA 3 (hull C 120) launched by Codecasa Shipyards last month Luxury Yachts
18 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New photos of Codecasa 50s Yacht FRAMURA 3 (hull C 120) launched by Codecasa Shipyards last month

Luxury superyacht Framura 3 (hull C 120) hit the water at Codecasa Shipyards in Italy...

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PlanetSolar arrives in Halix, Canada Ecological Yachts
18 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

PlanetSolar arrives in Halix, Canada

July 15, 2013, saw the world's largest solar catamaran, PlanetSolar, reach the Canadian coast and...

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Cheoy Lee to attend P1 Superstock USA Championship Race with Alpha 76 Express Yacht on display for viewing Luxury Yachts
18 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Cheoy Lee to attend P1 Superstock USA Championship Race with Alpha 76 Express Yacht on display for viewing

Set to take place in Florida's Pahokee this weekend, the next P1 Superstock USA Championship...

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MCP Yachts launch Hemisphere 140 Yacht RAFFAELLA II – Largest yacht ever built in South America Luxury Yachts
18 July 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

MCP Yachts launch Hemisphere 140 Yacht RAFFAELLA II – Largest yacht ever built in South America

The Brazilian builder, MCP Yachts, has proudly announced the launch of its 43-metre Hemisphere 140...

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