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
Oyster Superyachts by Dubois
The prominent UK builder, Oyster Yachts, has announced that there are no plans to build...
Luxury Yachts
Mondo Marine announces launch of 41m motor yacht NAMELESS
The brand-new 41m superyacht Nameless (hull 18/8) has hit the water at the prominent Italian...
Luxury Catamarans
Sunreef Yachts launch first Sunreef 80 Carbon Line sailing yacht LEVANTE
The first Sunreef 80 Carbon Line superyacht LEVANTE has successfully hit the water at the...
Classic Yachts
Panerai British Classic Week 2013: EFG International Race Day
Today, July 8, 2013, marked the first race of the Panerai British Classic Week, which...
Feature Superyachts
55m Motor Yacht OCEAN PARADISE at the MYS
Benetti unveils the photos of the Motor Yacht OCEAN PARADISE (FB 263), which will premiere...
Luxury Yachts
ShowBoats Design Award 2013 for Reymond Langton-designed MOGAMBO Yacht
The beautiful Reymond Langton-designed mega yacht Mogambo has won the ‘Recreational Area for Guest Use...
Classic Yachts
Twelfth Edition of Camper and Nicholsons Trophee Bailli de Suffren won by LELANTINA Yacht
"The Mediterranean's Most Beautiful Yacht Race", the 12th edition of Camper and Nicholsons Trophee Bailli...
Luxury Yachts
First AB116 Yacht by AB Yachts to arrive in Hong Kong
Sold to a new Owner from Hong Kong, the lovely AB116 yacht by AB Yachts...
Luxury Yachts
Delivery of N120 luxury yacht AURORA by Nordhavn
The all-new Nordhavn flagship, the N120 superyacht Aurora, is expected to leave on her own...
Luxury Yachts
Proteksan Turquoise delivers 50m luxury yacht ILERIA
The recently launched 50m NB56 superyacht Ileria by Proteksan Turquoise has been successfully handed over...
Luxury Yachts
Southern Wind announces launch of first SW 82 sailing yacht FEELIN’ GOOD
The all-new SW82 superyacht Feelin' Good has recently hit the water at the respected South...
Classic Yachts
Fife Regatta 2013: Day 7
The last day of the Fife Regatta 2013 saw the overall victory of Latifa yacht...
