Luxury Yachts Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

What is a luxury yacht? Luxury Yachts as a term generally mean private boats of ...

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.

Gigantic 99.95m Superyacht MOONRISE on sea trials

May 20, 2020

Written by Maria Korotaeva

99.95m motor yacht MOONRISE is currently undergoing her first sea trials. ... read full story

St Barths & Grenada are re-opening ports to welcome charter yachts

May 19, 2020

Written by Maria Korotaeva

Find out about the latest regulations on yacht charters in St Barths and Grenada, as they re-open their ports. ... read full story

Yacht charter destination update: Italy is ready for the 2020 summer season

May 19, 2020

Written by Maria Korotaeva

Italy is to open its borders to welcome luxury charter yachts. ... read full story

Striking 56m explorer yacht Blue II launched by Turquoise Yachts

May 15, 2020

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The Turkish shipyard Turquoise Yachts has announced the launch of its latest vessel, the 55.99m (183’8″) explorer yacht BLUE II, also known as the Project Lombok. She was designed by Hoek Naval Architects boasting beautiful classic exterior lines inspired by steamships, however, featuring the latest in engineering and modern-day luxury amenities. Her interiors are modern... ... read full story

34m charter yacht Princess Lona offering discounted vacations in Croatia

May 15, 2020

Written by Sally Gardner-Cochran

Luxury motor yacht Princess Lona is offering a greatly discounted charter rate in the Adriatic this summer. She has a beautiful modern design and great deck areas onboard. ... read full story

85-metre luxury yacht Project Victorious nears completion

May 15, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Long-awaited superyacht PROJECT VICTORIOUS is nearing completion after 14 years since her keel was first laid. ... read full story

2020 yacht charter holidays close to home: South Pacific edition

May 14, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

As lockdowns ease, yacht charterers based in the South Pacific can consider seeing the gorgeous South Pacific while maintaining safe practices such as social distancing on a luxury yacht charter. ... read full story

Third Tankoa superyacht S501 hull – sistership to M/Y Vertige reaches final construction phase

May 12, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

Tankoa Yachts has provided an update on the status of the third all-aluminium S501 hull as it nears completion. ... read full story

Croatia opening its borders to luxury charter yachts in summer 2020

May 12, 2020

Written by Rachael Steele

The Croatian government has cancelled the 14 day quarantine period for luxury yachts, their Owners, passengers and guests as of the 11th of May. ... read full story

Watch: 104m Mega Yacht Quantum Blue leaves Lurssen shipyard

May 12, 2020

Written by Maria Korotaeva

Watch the video of QUANTUM BLUE leaving Lurssen shipyard in Germany. ... read full story

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