Sailing yacht MAXIMUS, previously known as Project 3090, made her debut in advance of the official launch. Designed as a 59m (193’6”) ketch-rigged sailing yacht with naval architecture by Germán Frers, she has been described by Vitters as a “wolf in sheep’s clothing”. She features twin rudders and a lifting keel with a draft ranging... ... 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.
35m motor yacht CONTE STEFANI available for charter in the Eastern Mediterranean
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At 35.00 m (114′ 10″) motor yacht CONTE STEFANI offers accommodation for up to twelve guests on charters around Croatia and Montenegro. Perfect for family charters, she was launched in 2006 and her opulent Evan K Marshall interiors were refitted in 2023. The classically influenced interior blends gloss wood finishes with vibrant soft furnishings and... ... read full story
CHARTER OFFER: 38m motor yacht STELLA MARIS offering discounts over the festive season
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Luxury yacht STELLA MARIS is offering two special rates for charters booked over Christmas and New Year in the Galapagos Islands. 10% discount on 10 or 14-day charters booked over Christmas & New Year 5% discount on 1-week charters booked over Christmas & New Year This beautiful and proven 37.8m (124ft) charter yacht is perfect... ... read full story
Winter special offered by 42m charter yacht KING BABY in the Bahamas
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The 42m IAG Charter Yacht KING BABY is now offering a winter special of 8 days for the price of 7 in the Bahamas. Launched in 2016, she was refitted in 2023, Hydro Tec is responsible for the naval architecture, while Evan K Marshall created her interior design. Ten charter guests are accommodated over 5... ... read full story
101m Feadship superyacht PROJECT 1013 launches
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Feadship have announced the launch of the hull and superstructure of 101m (331’4”) superyacht PROJECT 1013 from the Zwijnenburg Shipyard in the Netherlands. Construction began in 2021 and this is the first time the highly secretive project has been seen outside the shed. Images show spacious exterior decks with twin staircases connecting the aft swim... ... read full story
55m Heesen superyacht PROJECT VENUS reaches a construction milestone
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From the Netherlands, Heesen Yachts have announced that 55m (180’5”) superyacht PROJECT VENUS has had her hull and superstructure joined – a major milestone in the construction of a superyacht. She is the latest in the successful 55 Steel series with exterior design by Omega Architects and interiors from the team at Luca Dini Design... ... read full story
Countdown to the 62nd Antigua Yacht Show 2023
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CharterWorld brokers are delighted to be attending the 62nd Antigua Yacht Show from 4th-9th December 2023 at the beautiful Nelson’s Dockyard UNESCO World Heritage Site. The organisers are looking forward to welcoming yachts and their crews, brokers and agents to the 2023 show, which is already shaping up to be a memorable event. Across the... ... read full story
A spotlight on 27m motor yacht SANDRO from Lazzara Yachts’ UHV range
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At a compact 26.5m (87’), but with a volume of 170GT, motor yacht SANDRO is the first hull in the Ultra High Volume range from Lazzara Yachts. The concept has been designed to offer 50m+ volume and layout with the manoeuvrability and simpler technical crew needs of a smaller yacht. The owner was drawn to... ... read full story
75m Feadship superyacht ALVIA prepares for sea trials
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Superyacht ALVIA was launched in August 2023 at the Feadship Royal Van Lent Kaag facility in the Netherlands and is now on the move to the North Sea for her sea trials. The 75.7 m (248’3″) motor yacht began construction in 2019 and features naval architecture from de Voogt Naval Architects, exterior design by RWD... ... read full story
Feadship announce the launch of 65m superyacht FEADSHIP 711
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In the Netherlands this week, Feadship announced the launch of 65 m (213’2″) superyacht FEADSHIP 711 from their Koninklijke De Vries facility in Aalsmeer. Her hull was launched back in August 2022 in Rotterdam before being relocated to Aalsmeer for outfitting. Feadship are notoriously discrete when it comes to revealing details about their custom yachts,... ... read full story