The Caribbean is calling this winter and now you can experience the ultimate in luxury chartering aboard the 95m Lurssen motor yacht WHISPER, with massive savings. Launched in 2014, she has in-house naval architecture and interior design by Reymond Langton. Up to 12 guests are accommodated over 7 spacious cabins. Her interior décor is gentlemanly... ... 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.
Experience Luxury in the Caribbean Aboard the 95m Charter Yacht WHISPER – Now with Exclusive Winter Savings
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Sailing yacht PROJECT 408 AQUARIUS II from Royal Huisman is moved for outfitting and testing
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Royal Huisman have announced that 65m (212’) sailing yacht PROJECT 408 AQUARIUS II has been moved from the construction hall ready for outfitting and extensive testing. The performance ketch is the successor to the first sailing yacht AQUARIUS built in 2018 for experienced owners, who are now looking forward to the delivery of their more... ... read full story
Feadship’s 119m fuel-cell superyacht PROJECT 821 on sea trials
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The world’s first fuel-celled superyacht PROJECT 821 from Feadship has been spotted on her sea trials near Amsterdam, after her launch earlier this year. The 118.8m (389’8”) project was designed by RWD and stores liquid hydrogen on board and uses a fuel cell source to generate electricity for the hotel load and coastal navigations. In... ... read full story
Recently refitted 47m classic luxury yacht MYSTIQUE available for charter in the Bahamas and New England
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Following a full refit in 2023-24, 46.63m (153′) Feadship motor yacht MYSTIQUE is available for charter in the Bahamas and New England. Up to ten guests will be welcomed by the seven professional crew members and will have the chance to make the most of the fabulous charter amenities on board. The yacht’s classic styling... ... read full story
Superyacht ASC57 – the world’s largest sailing catamaran – begins construction at Echo Yachts
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Australian shipyard Echo Yachts has commenced construction of their latest creation – the sailing yacht ASC57 – at their facility in the Australian Marine Complex, Western Australia. The 57m adventure sailing catamaran has been created in collaboration with Dutch sailing yacht designer Dykstra Naval Architecture and Australia’s leading aluminium multi-hull experts One2Three Naval Architects. Dykstra... ... read full story
Croatian Yacht Charter Show (CRO.Y.A.) 2024: a broker’s-eye view from Colin Srivastava
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Earlier this month the beautiful Croatian city of Split hosted the inaugural Croatian Yacht Charter Show (CRO.Y.A.) with over forty yachts lining up in the historic harbour. Attending brokers, including CharterWorld’s own Colin Srivastava, declared the show a great success! A regular visitor to Croatia, Colin was excited to see the vibrant city abuzz with... ... read full story
Codecasa 43 motor yacht GIOIA delivered to her owner
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Codecasa have announced that 43m (141’) superyacht GIOIA has been delivered to her owner following her launch earlier this year. She is a fully custom full displacement yacht with a steel hull, designed by Pierluigi Ausonio of Plana Design, and an aluminium superstructure. Guest comfort is the priority with three decks offers superior exterior spaces... ... read full story
Damen Yachting deliver superyacht 21.12, the sixth Amels 60 Limited Edition
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The 60m Amels 60 Limited Edition superyacht 21.12 has been delivered to her owners by Damen Yachting this week. She departed the shipyard in Vlissingen City bound for Dartmouth in the UK – standing out with her striking blue hull and characteristic trapezium shaped windows. Damen Yachting’s Project Manager Paul Deurloo comments, “It is always... ... read full story
Unique expedition vessel AMUNDSEN is completed by KM Yachtbuilders
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Sailing yacht AMUNDSEN is off on her maiden voyage to the Falkland Islands, named after the famous polar explorer Roald Amundsen. The yacht has an overall length of 23.5m (77’1”) and is the second hull in the Pelagic 77 range – a sistership to VINSON OF ANTARCTICA. She has been constructed with an aluminium hull... ... read full story