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
Impressive 98-metre motor yacht ORBIS concept designed by Adam Lay Studio
Measuring impressive 98 meters in length, the breathtaking motor yacht Orbis concept, designed by well...
Expedition Yachts
Superyacht FAR FAR AWAY by Inace Yachts to be delivered soon
The Brazilian company, Inace Yachts, is to deliver its 37m expedition yacht Far Far Away...
Luxury Yachts
Pershing fleet’s new yacht models on display at the upcoming Genoa Boat Show
Spectacular Pershing vessels, including Pershing 82' yacht as well as Pershing 108' New Edition, will...
Luxury Yachts
Royal Huisman – a new Official Contributing Sponsor of the 12th Asia Superyacht Rendezvous
Taking place on the beautiful island of Phuket in Thailand from December 16 to 18,...
Luxury Yacht Design
HISWA Symposium On Yacht Design & Yacht Construction Programme
Rediscovery of the wooden yacht building will be the main focus of this year's HISWA...
Luxury Yacht Design
Luxury motor yacht ReSeadence 50 concept by Benjamin Julian Toth
Young and talented designer, Benjamin Julian Toth, is a winner of this year's ShowBoats Design...
Luxury Yachts
Recently launched 39m sailing yacht RENAISSANCE by CNT – Castagnola to be delivered soon
Measuring 39 meters in LOA, the classic superyacht Renaissance (ex Loop I) by Costruzioni Navali...
Classic Yachts
Régates Royales – Trophée Panerai – Grande Finale
This year's 34th edition of the Régates Royales - Trophée Panerai brought a week of...
Classic Yachts
Régates Royales – Trophée Panerai – Day 5
The exciting Day 5 of the 2012 Régates Royales - Trophée Panerai was marked by...
Luxury Yachts
Oyster Palma Regatta 2012: Day 2
Oyster yachts competing in the 2012 Oyster Palma Regatta enjoyed spectacular sailing conditions on Day...
Luxury Yachts
SOFIA yacht launched by Moonen Shipyards
The largest to date luxury yacht built by Moonen Shipyards, SOFIA superyacht, has been launched...
Luxury Yachts
Oyster Palma Regatta 2012: Day 1
Oyster yachts competing in this year's Oyster Palma Regatta enjoyed the first day of racing,...
