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.
Classic Yachts
The latest addition to the J-class revival – the 43m Holland Jachtbouw sailing yacht J8 designed by Hoek
Scheduled for launch in 2013, the splendid J-Class superyacht J8 was originally designed by Frank...
Luxury Yacht Design
A very busy Monaco Yacht Show 2012 for CMN Yachts
It has been a very busy Monaco Yacht Show for the prominent French luxury yacht...
Luxury Yachts
Horizon to debut new yacht models at 2012 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Horizon Group will be present at this year's Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, premiering its newest...
Ecological Yachts
Eco-friendly catamaran yacht Paracas 120 concept by Paracas Yachts
The most cost-efficient luxury vessel on the market today, the 36-metre green catamaran yacht Paracas...
Classic Yachts
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez: Passion and St Tropez go hand in hand
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez represents a great passion for sailing and for vintage yachts, in...
Luxury Yachts
This year’s Monaco Yacht Show attended by 33,000 participants
This year's Monaco Yacht Show has reported a huge success. Attended by 33,000 participants, there...
Luxury Yachts
26 Azimut Benetti yachts to be present at Genoa Boat Show
Luxury yacht builder Azimut Benetti Group has announced its presence at this year's Genoa International...
Luxury Yachts
New Website Features Added by J Class Yachts Supporters
The J Class Supporters' site now boasts a new design and additional features, such as...
Expedition Yachts
Triton Submarines to reveal a new luxury submarine charter service at the 2012 FLIBS
The world’s first luxury submarine charter service will be presented by the US company, Triton...
Expedition Yachts
Du Toit Yacht Design launch the Open Ocean 750 Luxury Sports Expedition Yacht QUO VADIS
Du Toit Yacht Design has successfully launched the Open Ocean 750 expedition yacht Quo Vadis....
Luxury Yachts
A video of the SW 100 RS luxury yacht CAPE ARROW by Southern Wind Shipyard
The splendid 2011 superyacht Cape Arrow is constructed by Southern Wind Shipyard as its third...
Luxury Yachts
Motor yacht Manhattan 73 by Sunseeker Yachts to make her US debut at the 2012 FLIBS
The well known UK shipyard, Sunseeker International, will present its newest Manhattan 73 yacht at...
