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 Yachts
Sunrise Yachts to attend the 2012 Cannes International Boat Show
The prominent Turkish shipyard Sunrise Yachts will be present at the upcoming Cannes Boat Show....
CharterWorld News
Seychelles Yacht Charter Special aboard Motor Yacht SEA STREAM
Luxury yacht Sea Stream is an outstanding charter yacht for up to 8 guests, currently...
Luxury Yachts
Motor yacht Magellano 76 by Azimut to be exhibited at the 2012 Genoa Boat Show
The respected Italian builder Azimut Yachts will present its 24m luxury yacht Magellano 76 at...
Luxury Yachts
Riviera’s luxury yachts 63 Enclosed Flybridge and 75 Enclosed Flybridge to premiere in New Zealand
Taking place from September 27 to 30, the Riviera's flagship, 75 Enclosed Flybridge yacht will...
Luxury Yachts
Video of the Feadship megayacht HAMPSHIRE II
Measuring impressive 78,5 meters in LOA, the spectacular Hampshire II superyacht by Feadship will be...
Classic Yachts
Dennis Conner’s North Cove welcomes the 157ft luxury yacht Pride of Baltimore II
Following her last visit in New York in May, the 157ft classic sailing yacht Pride...
Luxury Yachts
The second motor yacht Ferretti 881 RPH delivered by Lee Marine
Ferretti yachts' Thailand agent, Lee Marine, successfully sold the second Ferretti 881 RPH superyacht at...
Luxury Catamarans
The new 60 Sunreef Power charter yacht EWHALA by Sunreef Yachts launched
The newest 60 Sunreef Power yacht EWHALA is another successful launch of the respected Polish...
Luxury Yachts
Esimit Europa 2 superyacht to compete in the 2012 Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup
Luxury sailing yacht Esimit Europa 2 is currently getting ready to participate in the 2012...
Luxury Yachts
Newly delivered 147m Lurssen megayacht TOPAZ visits the Mediterranean
This month saw the successful delivery of the 147m luxury yacht Topaz, currently enjoying the...
Luxury Yachts
Superyacht Pershing 82 launched
Measuring 25 meters in LOA, the luxury motor yacht Pershing 82 has been recently launched....
Ecological Yachts
New 37m luxury ORSOS ISLAND concept by ORSOS Island GmbH
Founded by Gabor Orsos in 2012, the ORSOS Island GmbH has developed a spectacular, 37-metre...
