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
Esimit Europa 2 Yacht attending Swedish AF Offshore Race
Yesterday, June 30, saw the official start of the largest Scandinavian regatta - the AF...
Luxury Yachts
Photos of 67m Feadship DRIZZLE yacht
Luxury superyacht Drizzle, built by Feadship and launched in 2012, was spotted in the port...
Luxury Yachts
Video from launch of Codecasa 42 Vintage Yacht Hull F 75
This is a video from the launch of the second Codecasa 42 Vintage superyacht Hull...
Luxury Yacht Design
MCP Yachts to launch 42m motor yacht HEMISPHERE 140 on July 6
Saturday, July 6, 2013, is expected to see the official launch of the MCP superyacht...
Luxury Yachts
Preparations for 2013 Newport Bucket Regatta well underway
Preparations for the upcoming Newport Bucket Regatta are well underway. Set to kick off on...
Luxury Yachts
Perini Navi sailing yacht FIDELIS at Dennis Conner’s North Cove
Launched by the prestigious Italian builder Perini Navi in 2011, the majestic 184-foot superyacht Fidelis...
Classic Yachts
Fife Regatta 2013 kicks off
Saturday, June 29, saw the official start of the 2013 Fife Regatta. The Class 1...
Feature Superyachts
Feadship Mega Yacht UTOPIA relaunched after refit
Feadship built luxury charter yacht UTOPIA of 71metres has been refitted and launched by the...
Classic Yachts
Vitters Yachts to feature in Discovery Channel Documentary ‘SuperYachts’
Three luxurious vessels by Vitters, including superyacht Marie, Inoui yacht, as well Dubois-designed 46m yacht...
Luxury Yachts
Endeavour Quay being busy with 2013 Rolex Fastnet Race yachts
Set to kick off on August 11, the 2013 Rolex Fastnet Race will be once...
Luxury Yachts
Infiniti 100S Yacht by Danish Yachts completes tank testing
The spectacular Infiniti 100S superyacht by Danish Yachts has successfully completed her tank testing. She...
Luxury Yachts
Royal Huisman appoints Regional Liaisons in Hong Kong and China
As part of its expansion strategy in Asia, the leading Dutch superyacht builder, Royal Huisman,...
