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.

Highly innovative 85 Sunreef Power Yacht nominated for IY&A Award 2013 Luxury Catamarans
27 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Highly innovative 85 Sunreef Power Yacht nominated for IY&A Award 2013

The highly innovative 85 Sunreef Power yacht has been chosen as a finalist for the...

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Hoek designed SIMBA Yacht – latest sailing yacht to reach IY&A Awards shortlist Classic Yachts
27 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Hoek designed SIMBA Yacht – latest sailing yacht to reach IY&A Awards shortlist

Hoek designed 108ft Proteksan Turquoise classic superyacht Simba has been selected as a finalist for...

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New Gulf Craft Majesty 125 Yacht launched ahead of her Middle Eastern Debut at Dubai Boat Show Luxury Yachts
27 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New Gulf Craft Majesty 125 Yacht launched ahead of her Middle Eastern Debut at Dubai Boat Show

The third Majesty 125 superyacht by Gulf Craft has been recently launched ahead of her...

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Balk Shipyard and Dream Ship Victory launch 65m sailing yacht MIKHAIL S. VORONTSOV Classic Yachts
27 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Balk Shipyard and Dream Ship Victory launch 65m sailing yacht MIKHAIL S. VORONTSOV

The Dutch manufacturer, Balk Shipyard, has successfully launched the voluminous 65m mega yacht Mikhail S....

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St. Maarten Heineken Regatta 2013: Gill Commodore’s Cup Luxury Yachts
27 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

St. Maarten Heineken Regatta 2013: Gill Commodore’s Cup

The Commodores will take in Racing Action at the Gill Commodore's Cup. The event is...

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Additional images of 33m Curvelle Yacht QUARANTA launched by Logos Marine Luxury Catamarans
27 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Additional images of 33m Curvelle Yacht QUARANTA launched by Logos Marine

Recently launched by Logos Marine, the 33m Curvelle charter yacht Quaranta is a magnificent power...

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Impressive 61m Benetti Yacht DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER nominated for IY&A Award 2013 Luxury Yachts
27 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Impressive 61m Benetti Yacht DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER nominated for IY&A Award 2013

Benetti's luxury superyacht Diamonds Are Forever has been selected as a finalist for the upcoming...

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New Casa 70 SportFly yacht concept Luxury Yacht Design
27 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New Casa 70 SportFly yacht concept

The all-new 70 SportFly yacht is the latest concept, developed by Cantieri Navali Casa. It...

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New 65m motor yacht Project RAZOR concept by Uldas Design Luxury Yacht Design
27 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

New 65m motor yacht Project RAZOR concept by Uldas Design

Measuring 65 meters in lenght, the impressive mega yacht Project Razor is the latest concept,...

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Ferretti Custom Line 124′ Hull N°4 Yacht launched Luxury Yachts
26 February 2013 by Eva Belanyiova

Ferretti Custom Line 124′ Hull N°4 Yacht launched

Ferretti Custom Line, a brand of Ferretti Group, has announced the launch of their flagship...

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Video of Vitters Yacht NIRVANA passing the Bridge of the Americas Luxury Yachts
26 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Video of Vitters Yacht NIRVANA passing the Bridge of the Americas

Having climbed the 56,8 m (186 ft) mast, videographer Edu Brownes shot a spectacular video...

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Horizon attended 2013 Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show Luxury Yachts
26 February 2013 by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon attended 2013 Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show

The well known Taiwan-based builder, Horizon, was present at this year's Miami Yacht & Brokerage...

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