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.

McConaghy Boats receive the “Most Innovative Company Award” Luxury Trimarans
27 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

McConaghy Boats receive the “Most Innovative Company Award”

A builder of the spectacular 140ft trimaran yacht Adastra, McConaghy Boats, has been awarded the...

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The 2nd annual Singapore Yacht Show´s Opening Ceremony Luxury Yachts
27 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

The 2nd annual Singapore Yacht Show´s Opening Ceremony

The Singapore Yacht Show 2012 has officially kicked off today with the opening ceremony and...

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Yachting World Round Antigua Race to kick off on Saturday 28 April Luxury Yachts
27 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Yachting World Round Antigua Race to kick off on Saturday 28 April

One of the best Caribbean yacht charter destinations - Antigua - will play host to...

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Horizon EP148 motor yacht HORIZON POLARIS successfully launched Expedition Yachts
27 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon EP148 motor yacht HORIZON POLARIS successfully launched

Horizon has successfully sea trialed and launched its largest steel-hull explorer vessel ever built -...

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Your Western Mediterranean ‘Dream Come True’ Aboard Charter Yacht FOUR ACES CharterWorld News
26 April 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

Your Western Mediterranean ‘Dream Come True’ Aboard Charter Yacht FOUR ACES

Luxury motor yacht FOUR ACES belongs amongst the most striking vessels available for luxury yacht...

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Heesen Yachts to attend the Singapore Yacht Show 2012 Luxury Yachts
26 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Heesen Yachts to attend the Singapore Yacht Show 2012

Following a great success at Hainan Rendezvous as well as China (Shanghai) International Boat Show,...

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New 38m motor yacht Nadara 38 by Admiral Tecnomar Group due to be delivered in summer 2014 Luxury Yacht Design
26 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

New 38m motor yacht Nadara 38 by Admiral Tecnomar Group due to be delivered in summer 2014

The prestigious Italian shipyard Admiral Tecnomar Group is proud to reveal its latest project -...

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The latest refit by Clear Yacht Interiors – 44.7m sailing yacht MARI CHA III Interior Design
26 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

The latest refit by Clear Yacht Interiors – 44.7m sailing yacht MARI CHA III

The US studio Clear Yacht Interiors´ last project was the interior refit of the 44.7m...

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Oceania Marine Coatings expands its Paint Team Luxury Yachts
26 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Oceania Marine Coatings expands its Paint Team

New Zealand´s Oceania Marine is proud to announce that is has been recruiting new members...

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73m motor yacht Project 423 by ADM Kiel due to be launched in 2013 Luxury Yachts
26 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

73m motor yacht Project 423 by ADM Kiel due to be launched in 2013

ADM Kiel is currently working on another exciting vessel - the 73m motor yacht Project...

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30.2m Hodgdon sailing yacht WINDCREST placed third in St. Barth´s Bucket Luxury Yachts
26 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

30.2m Hodgdon sailing yacht WINDCREST placed third in St. Barth´s Bucket

The prominent US shipyard Hodgdon Yachts is proud to present its 30.2m superyacht WINDCREST, finishing...

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27.5m motor yacht SATU by Yachting Developments scheduled for launch in August 2012 Luxury Yachts
26 April 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

27.5m motor yacht SATU by Yachting Developments scheduled for launch in August 2012

27.5m motor yacht SATU by Yachting Developments nears her completion and her launch date is...

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