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 Yacht Design
New 2600 Fly superyacht under construction at Couach Yachts
The prominent French shipyard, Couach Yachts, is currently working on the magnificent 2600 Fly superyacht....
CharterWorld News
Luxury Sailing Yacht LUPA OF LONDON available for Christmas charter in the BVI
The outstanding sailing charter yacht Lupa of London (ex Rusalka) is once again available for...
Luxury Yacht Design
Motor yacht Ferretti 960 Project with launch in spring 2013
Measuring 29 meters in LOA, the all new superyacht Ferretti 960 Project has been proudly...
Luxury Yacht Design
New images of the 90m Abdulbaki Senol Megayacht Concept
New images of the 90m Abdulbaki Senol superyacht design have been kindly provided by the...
Luxury Yachts
Images of the Cheoy Lee luxury yacht Alpha 76′ Express
The spectacular 2011 motor yacht Alpha 76' Express was built by the prestigious Chinese shipyard,...
Feature Superyachts
PJ 210 motor yacht Project Stimulus designed by Nuvolari Lenard due for delivery in 2013
Luxury yacht PJ210, also known as Project Stimulus, is a spectacular Nuvolari Lenard Designed superyacht...
Luxury Yachts
Yachting Pages Delivers – new hand-distribution service on the French Riviera
Yachting Pages Delivers is a new hand-distribution service, recently launched on the French Riviera by...
Expedition Yachts
Superyacht Vismara 90 by Vismara Marine
Boasting a 'clean' style as well as reverse bow, the splendid Vismara 90 yacht is...
Luxury Yacht Design
New 62m motor yacht PHILANDER concept by P.B. Behage
The dramatically beautiful 62-metre megayacht Philander concept is the latest design, presented by P.B. Behage...
Luxury Yachts
Singapore Yacht Show 2013 to start in 20 weeks
The next Singapore Yacht Show will start in 20 weeks, once again hosted by the...
Luxury Yachts
Transatlantic Superyacht & Maxi Regatta 2012: Line honours claimed by charter yacht Rán Leopard
Zennström's crew aboard the Farr 100 charter yacht Ran Leopard crossed the finish line in...
Luxury Yachts
Sailor in the Pacific rescued by the 126m Mega Yacht OCTOPUS by Lurssen
126 m luxury yacht OCTOPUS rescues a 37 year old sailor from aboard a 38ft...
