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.

Motor Yacht Selene 78 Ocean Explorer designed by Guido de Groot Expedition Yachts
30 August 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

Motor Yacht Selene 78 Ocean Explorer designed by Guido de Groot

Luxury yacht Selene 78 Ocean Trawler was designed by Guido de Groot, boasting impressive range...

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Next year’s RORC CARIBBEAN 600 yacht race to start on 18 February Luxury Yachts
30 August 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Next year’s RORC CARIBBEAN 600 yacht race to start on 18 February

The next edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 starts on 18 February 2013. Along with...

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MASSIVE DISCOUNT for charter yacht AQUARIUS available in FIJI CharterWorld News
30 August 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

MASSIVE DISCOUNT for charter yacht AQUARIUS available in FIJI

Luxury charter yacht Aquarius is currently running an exceptional offer, with FIJI yacht charters available...

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The new 85 Sunreef Power yacht with launch in 2013 Luxury Catamarans
30 August 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

The new 85 Sunreef Power yacht with launch in 2013

The newest 85 Sunreef Power yacht is the latest concept, developed by the Polish yard...

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The new 38m motor yacht AeroSuper 38 by Rainsford Mann Design (RMD) Luxury Yacht Design
30 August 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

The new 38m motor yacht AeroSuper 38 by Rainsford Mann Design (RMD)

One of the latest concepts developed by Rainsford Mann Design (RMD) is the 38m superyacht...

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Yachting Developments launch the 90ft superyacht SATU Luxury Yachts
30 August 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Yachting Developments launch the 90ft superyacht SATU

This week saw the successful launch of the 90-foot superyacht Satu by the Auckland-based builder...

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The new sailing yacht AC72 to be launched by ORACLE TEAM USA this week Luxury Yachts
29 August 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

The new sailing yacht AC72 to be launched by ORACLE TEAM USA this week

ORACLE TEAM USA is expected to launch their first catamaran yacht AC72 this week. This...

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The new Hargrave 125′ RPH motor yacht GIGI II on display at FLIBS Luxury Yachts
29 August 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

The new Hargrave 125′ RPH motor yacht GIGI II on display at FLIBS

The latest 125ft RPH superyacht Gigi II by Hargrace Custom Yachts will be exhibited at...

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Sunseeker Yachts move the completed hull of the first Sunseeker 155 Yacht Luxury Yachts
29 August 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunseeker Yachts move the completed hull of the first Sunseeker 155 Yacht

The first 155 Yacht by Sunseeker is currently in the 'fit out' stage of her...

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Sunreef receives third order for 60 Sunreef Power Catamaran Luxury Catamarans
29 August 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

Sunreef receives third order for 60 Sunreef Power Catamaran

Sunreef Yachts have signed an order for the third 60 Sunreef Power unit, only few...

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CRN Shipyard to attend the 2012 Cannes Boat Show with the 43m charter yacht SOFICO on display Luxury Yachts
29 August 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

CRN Shipyard to attend the 2012 Cannes Boat Show with the 43m charter yacht SOFICO on display

The Italian builder CRN Shipyard will be attending the next Cannes Boat Show, exhibiting the...

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Agnès Troublé to be honored with the 2012 SeaKeepers Award at Monaco Yacht Show Expedition Yachts
29 August 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Agnès Troublé to be honored with the 2012 SeaKeepers Award at Monaco Yacht Show

Agnès Troublé, also known as agnès b. will receive the 2012 SeaKeepers Award at the...

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