The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) announced today entries are being accepted for the 2011 International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) Innovation Awards, one of the marine industry’s most prestigious honors. The Awards presentation takes place during the show’s annual Industry Breakfast on Monday, October 17 from 7:30-9:30 a.m. IBEX Innovation Awards are judged by Boating... ... read full story
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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.
Mondo Marine launches 50m motor yacht ‘Alexander Again’
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Mondo Marine launches its second yacht of the season - a 50-metre aluminium semi-displacement 'Alexander Again' superyacht. ... read full story
Sanlorenzo launch 40m motor yacht Scorpion
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Sanlorenzo keeps on a galloping production thanks to its consolidated international clientele of owners that all along prefers strictly tailor made motor yachts. During just a week from the Viareggio boatyard of Sanlorenzo were launched three flagships that represent the highest expression of the Sanlorenzo range with the presence of their Russian owners: motor yacht Rêve d’Or (46 meters), yacht Scorpion (40 meters) and M/Y Santa Anna (38 meters). ... read full story
Sanlorenzo launch 38m motor yacht Santa Anna
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Sanlorenzo keeps on a galloping production thanks to its consolidated international clientele of owners that all along prefers strictly tailor made motor yachts. During just a week from the Viareggio boatyard of Sanlorenzo were launched three flagships that represent the highest expression of the Sanlorenzo range with the presence of their Russian owners: motor yacht Rêve d’Or (46 meters), yacht Scorpion (40 meters) and M/Y Santa Anna (38 meters). ... read full story
Sanlorenzo launch 46m motor yacht Rêve d’Or
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Sanlorenzo keeps on a galloping production thanks to its consolidated international clientele of owners that all along prefers strictly tailor made motor yachts. During just a week from the Viareggio boatyard of Sanlorenzo were launched three flagships that represent the highest expression of the Sanlorenzo range with the presence of their Russian owners: motor yacht Rêve d’Or (46 meters), yacht Scorpion (40 meters) and M/Y Santa Anna (38 meters). ... read full story
CRN Classic 52m Yacht in collaboration with Studio Zuccon International Project
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Return to the seventies and eighties style for the new mega yacht that combines informality, style and modern facilities. Welcome aboard of the new CRN Classic 52m mega yacht project created in collaboration with Studio Zuccon International Project. ... read full story
100m motor yacht Duel design by Alex McDiarmid
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British Designer Alex McDiarmid, based in the South of France, is pleased to share his latest superyacht design, the 100m motor yacht concept “Duel”. Following the international media coverage generated by 46m motor yacht Dramatic and the 85m superyacht Iwana, these new designs again push some of the boundaries in Superyacht styling. The project sees... ... read full story
56 m superyacht Fidelis delivered by Perini Navi
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The Perini Navi Group has delivered the luxury superyacht Fidelis, a 56 metre aluminium ketch sailing yacht. Sailing yacht ‘Fidelis’ is the 51st yacht launched in the Perini Navi fleet. Fidelis was completed in Viareggio, Italy on June 24, 2011. Perini Navi Group, a producer of large sailing and motor yachts, is pleased to announce... ... read full story
50 metre Superyacht ‘Ice Angel’ Yacht Launched at Heesen
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The 50 metre superyacht ‘Ice Angel’ yacht has been launched at the Heesen Shipyard in Holland. Motor Yacht ICE ANGEL is the latest luxury yacht launched by the ever successful Heesen yard, with several new yachts having been finished already in 2011. The 49.8m semi-displacement motor yacht is one of the few yachts of this... ... read full story
New 90m Oceanco DP009 yacht by Luiz De Basto
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The prestigious shipyard Oceanco teamed up with the well known designer Luiz De Basto are happy to introduce their latest DP009 Yacht project. ... read full story