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.

Pendennis plans to enhance its superyacht facilities Luxury Yachts
14 March 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

Pendennis plans to enhance its superyacht facilities

Luxury yacht builder Pendennis is planning on expanding its superyacht facilities, to cater for larger...

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2nd Westport Cup to be attended by superyachts Altair, Eleonora, Mariette and Mariquita Luxury Yachts
14 March 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

2nd Westport Cup to be attended by superyachts Altair, Eleonora, Mariette and Mariquita

Four glorious big class vessels will grace the squadron start line for the second running...

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Holland Jachtbouw 40m superyacht Rainbow – the first full hybrid pleasure sailing yacht Luxury Yachts
14 March 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Holland Jachtbouw 40m superyacht Rainbow – the first full hybrid pleasure sailing yacht

Holland Jachtbouw 40m superyacht Rainbow has become the first full hybrid pleasure sailing yacht, thanks...

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Gulf Craft’s motor yacht MAJESTY 105 premieres at Dubai International Boat Show Luxury Yacht Design
13 March 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

Gulf Craft’s motor yacht MAJESTY 105 premieres at Dubai International Boat Show

Gulf Craft have presented their latest superyacht from the Majesty Yachts range - the Majesty...

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40m superyacht Imperial Princess by Princess Yachts launched Luxury Yachts
13 March 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

40m superyacht Imperial Princess by Princess Yachts launched

40m superyacht Imperial Princess by Princess Yachts has been successfully launched from Plymouth´s historic South...

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RMK Marine´s New 56m Sailing Yacht Concept based on the 52m Superyacht Nazenin V designed by Sparkman & Stephens Luxury Yachts
13 March 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

RMK Marine´s New 56m Sailing Yacht Concept based on the 52m Superyacht Nazenin V designed by Sparkman & Stephens

RMK Marine has presented a new 56m sailing yacht concept based on the 52m Superyacht...

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Superyacht Design Summit 2012 to be attended by Andrew Winch, Terence Disdale and Tim Heywood sold out Luxury Yachts
13 March 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Superyacht Design Summit 2012 to be attended by Andrew Winch, Terence Disdale and Tim Heywood sold out

Superyacht Design Summit 2012, which will be held at Chelsea Design Centre’s SPACE on the...

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New Yachting World Round Antigua Race, April 28, 2012 Luxury Yachts
13 March 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

New Yachting World Round Antigua Race, April 28, 2012

The Yachting World Round Antigua Race, held on April 28, 2012 has been re-introduced as...

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Portland Port – superyacht hotspot for the 2012 Olympic Games Luxury Yachts
12 March 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

Portland Port – superyacht hotspot for the 2012 Olympic Games

Portland, the venue for this year’s Olympic and Paralympics sailing races, is ready to become...

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The first 60m Perini Navi Sailing Yacht – Hull C.2193 – arrives in Viareggio Luxury Yachts
12 March 2012 by Eva Belanyiova

The first 60m Perini Navi Sailing Yacht – Hull C.2193 – arrives in Viareggio

Hull C.2193 superyacht by Perini Navi, the first one of the new 60m sailing yacht...

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The first hull of the new 60m Perini Navi series – Sailing Yacht C.2193 arrives in Viareggio, Italy Luxury Yachts
12 March 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

The first hull of the new 60m Perini Navi series – Sailing Yacht C.2193 arrives in Viareggio, Italy

The first 60m sailing yacht Hull C.2193 by Perini Navi has arrived in Viareggio, Italy....

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Sunseeker charter yacht Predator 84 attended the Grand Opening Ceremony of the Twin Sails Bridge in Poole Luxury Yachts
12 March 2012 by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunseeker charter yacht Predator 84 attended the Grand Opening Ceremony of the Twin Sails Bridge in Poole

Sunseeker charter yacht Predator 84 was present at the Grand Opening Ceremony of the Twin...

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