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.

London welcomes 10 spectacular superyachts for the start of the 2012 Olympics Luxury Yachts
24 July 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

London welcomes 10 spectacular superyachts for the start of the 2012 Olympics

The Thames river is currently playing host to ten spectacular luxury vessels, present in London...

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Additional photos of the 134m SERENE yacht on the French Riviera CharterWorld News
24 July 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

Additional photos of the 134m SERENE yacht on the French Riviera

Additional images of the magnificent 134 metre luxury yacht SERENE, a 2010 launched Fincantieri superyacht...

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33rd Rolex Middle Sea Race, October 20 – 27, 2012 Luxury Yachts
24 July 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

33rd Rolex Middle Sea Race, October 20 – 27, 2012

Attended by 70 spectacular yachts last year, the 2012 Rolex Middle Sea Race will once...

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Rockport Marine completes the restoration of the 1924 William Fife   sailing yacht ADVENTURESS Classic Yachts
24 July 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Rockport Marine completes the restoration of the 1924 William Fife sailing yacht ADVENTURESS

The 83ft superyacht Adventuress has been recently relaunched by the American shipyard Rockport Marine, following...

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34m superyacht ONLY NOW by Tansu Yachts launched Luxury Yachts
24 July 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

34m superyacht ONLY NOW by Tansu Yachts launched

The Turkish shipyard Tansu Yachts has successfully launched its 34m luxury motor yacht Only Now,...

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New Mondo Marine M50 yacht project designed by HOT LAB Luxury Yacht Design
23 July 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

New Mondo Marine M50 yacht project designed by HOT LAB

Mondo Marine, in collaboration with the Italian design studio Hot Lab, is happy to announce...

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Superyacht Cup Cowes: Day 1 won by sailing yacht Unfurled Luxury Yachts
23 July 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Superyacht Cup Cowes: Day 1 won by sailing yacht Unfurled

July 23 saw the first day of the inaugural Superyacht Cup Cowes, marked by challenging...

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32m motor yacht CASTLE designed by Baris Yurek Luxury Yacht Design
23 July 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

32m motor yacht CASTLE designed by Baris Yurek

Similar to the recently presented 65m classic yacht Istanbul, the 32m superyacht Castle is the...

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2012 J Class Solent Regatta – Hundred Guinea Cup won by luxury yacht Lionheart Luxury Yachts
23 July 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

2012 J Class Solent Regatta – Hundred Guinea Cup won by luxury yacht Lionheart

Saturday 21 July saw the 2012 J Class Solent Regatta - Hundered Guinea Cup, attended...

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SPAIN YACHT CHARTER: Motor Yacht Lady Tatiana of London offering reduced charter rate CharterWorld News
23 July 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

SPAIN YACHT CHARTER: Motor Yacht Lady Tatiana of London offering reduced charter rate

Luxury superyacht Lady Tatiana of London is a beautiful and an outstanding yacht available for...

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Vicem 107 luxury yacht MONI equipped with a comprehensive suite of Raymarine electronics Luxury Yachts
23 July 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Vicem 107 luxury yacht MONI equipped with a comprehensive suite of Raymarine electronics

The Raymarine equipment has been installed aboard the Vicem 107 superyacht Moni, launched this year....

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48.7m superyacht Bilgin 160 Classic to be launched this week Luxury Yachts
23 July 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

48.7m superyacht Bilgin 160 Classic to be launched this week

Available for sale for €9,150,000, the 48.7m gentleman-styled superyacht Bilgin 160 Classic by Bilgin Yachts...

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