Whitsundays yacht charter holidays are famous in Australia for their fantastic sailing, beautiful scenery, spectacular beaches, great diving and ideal climate. There are also more and more super yachts available in the area, whether they are based in Australia year round, or stop in at this idyllic location during a World tour for the winter season which is the best time to charter there. Contact the CharterWorld team for more information on Australia, or the yachts available there. ... 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.
Superyacht TALAL a Tecnomar Nadara 43 has been Launched
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Yacht TALA is a GRP/composite 44 metre semi displacement planning luxury yacht. She has twin fixed propeller drives coupled to MTU 4000 16V M90 diesels. Her speed parameters are around 27 knots top and a respectable 24 knots cruising speed. ... read full story
Launch of 41.6 Superyacht Condor a NADAR 41 RPH by Tecnomar Yachts
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The new 41.6-metre planning yacht Condor a NADAR 41 RPH from Tecnomar will was launched in April at the port of Carrara, Italy. ... read full story
The 2010 Pendennis Cup Sailing Yacht Regatta
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On Tuesday night the large marquee on Events Square in the centre of Falmouth throw’s open its doors and gives Pendennis Cup participants their first chance of the week to rub shoulders with other competitors in the other fleets taking part in the wider regatta. ... read full story
Porsche Design Superyacht Royal Falcon Fleet Catamaran RFF135 to be Launched in Q2 2011
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After successful completion of the superyacht hull of the first RFF135, the technical installation and interior fitting out begins now. Just like the outer hull, the interior follows the functional, timeless and purist signature of the Porsche Design Studio in Zell am See (Austria), which is responsible for its exceptional appearance on the water. Completely new design opportunities arose, especially because of the catamaran platform, both for interior and exterior design. ... read full story
Luxury Motor Yacht Admiral 73 to be launched in 2010 by A.M.Y.
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One of the new exciting yachts to be launched in 2010 is the Admiral 73 motor yacht built by A.M.Y., a collaboration between Cantieri Navali Lavagna – Admiral Yachts and Mariotti Yachts as well as in collaboration with the Luca Dini Design Studio. Admiral 73 motoryacht is truly an astonishing yacht with more that 13... ... read full story
40.5 metre Motor Yacht Magnifiq Launched by Italian MondoMarine
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Motor yacht MagnifiQ was constructed is in a lightweight alloy material and she was built to satisfy the RINA and MCA stipulations. She has a contemporary styled exterior which was designed by Cor D Rover. The yacht's interior design is by Luca Dini. ... read full story
Superyacht Mari Cha III completes refit at Derecktor Shipyard.
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The Superyacht Mari Cha III recently departed the Derecktor Shipyard in Connecticut after receiving a 5 month refit. ... read full story
Dates for the 2011 Abu Dhabi Yacht Show to be released soon.
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The Abu Dhabi Yacht Show 2011 dates are expected to be released shortly and will again be hosted at the exclusive Yas Marina. ... read full story
Luxury Superyachts yet to be Launched in 2010
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By the end of 2010 the worldwide superyacht fleet is going to have changed quite markedly. The number, size and design advancements of luxury yachts to be launched (and already launched) this year has changed. This bulge in production began last year in 2009 and will continue into 2011. Some experts have suggested that we will never again see such a proliferation of new yachts being launched. It is certainly exciting times for the superyacht industry. There has been plenty of action for yacht designers, builders, managers, but also luxury yacht charters and yacht sales. Superyacht supply is for once keeping up with - and in many cases outstripping - superyacht owner demand. ... read full story