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
Oyster Regatta – Cowes 2012: Day 4 – Andrew and Ann Walters 56 yacht Asante first on corrected time
Another day of exciting racing in the Oyster Regatta - Cowes 2012 brought the overall...
Classic Yachts
Pendennis Cup 2012 provided one of the best social events and some of the most challenging racing conditions
This year's Pendennis Cup in Falmouth was concluded with the overall victory of the superyacht...
CharterWorld News
Experience the mysterious Spice Islands of Indonesia chartering sailing yachts Silolona and Si Datu Bua
Traditional Yacht Si Datu Bua and Silolona, are both beautiful Phinisi vessels, available for luxury...
Luxury Yachts
The 9m Limousine yacht tender for the 77.7m superyacht Tango by Compass Tenders, Eidsgaard Design and EYOS Tenders
Recently honored to receive a ShowBoats Design Award 2012 for 'Best Tender Design 2012', the...
Luxury Yachts
ADM Kiel delivers the 73m superyacht PLAN B (Project 422)
The prestigious German shipyard ADM Kiel delivered the 73m luxury motor yacht Plan B (Project...
Luxury Yacht Design
95m motor yacht PENDENDO designed by Docq Concepts
Motivated by Walt Disney Pictures movie and the Opera House in Sydney, the impressive 95m...
Luxury Yachts
Oyster Regatta – Cowes 2012: Day 3 – The brand new Oyster 575 sailing yacht Isis first in Class 1
It was another day of exciting competing for 18 yachts participating in the Oyster Regatta...
Expedition Yachts
Kingship completes hull and superstructure of the 44m Green Voyager superyacht engineered by Axis Group Yacht Design
The impressive displacement type steel hull and aluminium superstructure of the 44m Kingship explorer yacht...
Luxury Yachts
Nautor’s Swan futher expands its Maxi Range with launch of Swan 80S superyacht I AMSTERDAM
Belonging to the successful Nautor's Swan Maxi Range, the latest Swan 80S luxury yacht I...
CharterWorld News
103ft luxury motor yacht DIAMOND GIRL charter special in the Bahamas
Available for an excellent rate of US$42,000.00 per week plus expenses and no delivery fees,...
Luxury Yachts
Images of the WallyAce superyacht KANGA by Wally Yachts
Measuring 26 meters in length, the first WallyAce motor yacht Kanga by Wally Yachts was...
Luxury Yachts
Six superyachts launched by Ferretti Custom Line in 2012
It is a very successful period for the renowned Italian shipyard Custom Line Spa, with...
