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.

A great 2013 regatta season for Pendennis Yacht ADELA Classic Yachts
8 April 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

A great 2013 regatta season for Pendennis Yacht ADELA

Rebuilt by the prominent UK yard Pendennis in 1995, the magnificent 55,5m classic superyacht Adela...

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Second Canados 120 Yacht scheduled for delivery by Summer 2013 Luxury Yachts
8 April 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Second Canados 120 Yacht scheduled for delivery by Summer 2013

The well known Italian shipyard, Canados Yachts, is currently working on the second Canados 120...

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180m Project AZZAM Yacht launched by LURSSEN Feature Superyachts
5 April 2013 by Eva Belanyiova

180m Project AZZAM Yacht launched by LURSSEN

The largest superyacht in the world - PROJECT AZZAM YACHT - was launched this morning...

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Video of Feadship Yacht LARISA undergoing first sea trials Luxury Yachts
5 April 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Video of Feadship Yacht LARISA undergoing first sea trials

The recently launched 57,6m superyacht Larisa by Feadship has started her first sea trials this...

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Boat Asia 2013 to feature spectacular yachts line-up Expedition Yachts
5 April 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Boat Asia 2013 to feature spectacular yachts line-up

To be hosted by the fabulous Marina at Keppel Bay in the popular Asian yacht...

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Viudes motor yacht PRIDE to be showcased at Antibes Yacht Show 2013 Luxury Yachts
5 April 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Viudes motor yacht PRIDE to be showcased at Antibes Yacht Show 2013

Constructed by the Spanish builder Viudes Yachts, the magnificent 45-metre superyacht Pride will be displayed...

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Asia Boating Awards 2013 Winners Luxury Yachts
5 April 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Asia Boating Awards 2013 Winners

The winners of this year's 9th edition of Asia Boating Awards were presented at the...

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Lurssen launch mega yacht Project AZZAM – largest superyacht in the world Feature Superyachts
5 April 2013 by Eva Belanyiova

Lurssen launch mega yacht Project AZZAM – largest superyacht in the world

Lurssen launch mega yacht Project AZZAM - the largest luxury superyacht in the world, designed...

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Another success for Dubois-designed yachts in the Caribbean Classic Yachts
5 April 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Another success for Dubois-designed yachts in the Caribbean

The spectacular Dubois-designed superyachts have once again performed exceptionally well at the recent Caribbean regattas:...

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New C-Quip Service and Refit Facility in Antibes Classic Yachts
5 April 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New C-Quip Service and Refit Facility in Antibes

C-Quip, a New Zealand-based company specializing in developing and delivering the finest Superyacht equipment, has...

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Grand Banks to offer Ocean Alexander Yachts in Australia Luxury Yachts
5 April 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Grand Banks to offer Ocean Alexander Yachts in Australia

Grand Banks’ Hank Compton and his team will be offering the magnificent Ocean Alexander yachts...

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First two Mangusta 94 yachts ready for delivery this season Luxury Yacht Design
5 April 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

First two Mangusta 94 yachts ready for delivery this season

The prestigious Italian shipyard, Overmarine Group Mangusta, is currently working on construction of two new...

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