Lürssen is thrilled to announce the successful delivery of the 122m ultra-luxurious mega yacht KISMET, setting sail from the shipyard on May 7, 2024, marking the onset of an extraordinary era in luxury yachting and bespoke luxury yacht charter. She is now available for bookings in the Mediterranean in summer or the Caribbean in the winter. Twelve guests will find the utmost comfort in 9 suites and the highest of services when catered for by a crew of 37 on board.  Luxury yacht Kismet ©Jonas Thelen Superyachtblog Crafted for a discerning client with a history of collaborations with Lür ..read more

Groundbreaking 52m (171ft) big fisher motor yacht PROJECT 402 from Royal Huisman has been christened SPECIAL ONE ahead of her sea trials in the North Sea. Six decks create a towering profile and maker her the largest and most luxurious true sportfish yacht in the world. Royal Huisman Project 406 SPECIAL ONE – by Guy Fleury Vripack Yacht Design were handed the reigns for designing the naval architecture, exterior and interiors of this prestigious project. They have created a distinctive design with long bow, high bulwarks and a clear sheer to a low and uncluttered aft cockpit. The high tower ..read more

Motor yacht MOONSHINE has been launched at the Moonen Yachts‘ shipyard in the Netherlands as the sixth 36.3m (119ft) Moonen Martinique, from the shipyard’s fast displacement steel hull series. Motor yacht MOONSHINE Christening and launch She is a collaboration between her naval architect Diana Yacht Design, exterior designer René van der Velden Yacht Design and interior designer Hallander Yacht Design. Her layout features a five-stateroom configuration which can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests with additional cabins provided for up to seven crew members. Superyacht MOONSHINE Christe ..read more

CharterWorld is delighted to announced that 52m sailing yacht SCORPIOS has been shortlisted for four awards at The International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2024, hosted by leading design publications ‘design et al’ and ‘Luxe et al’. Sailing yacht SCORPIOS Now in their 15th year, the design-focused awards celebrate the most inspirational and innovative designers, naval architects and shipyards from the yachting industry worldwide. Unique to these awards, entries are voted for by industry professionals and Luxe et al readers and clients. Sailing yacht SCORPIOS was custom built for the luxury ..read more

Heesen have announced the delivery of 50m (164ft) superyacht CINDERELLA NOEL IV – previously known as YN20150 – following her christening in December last year and subsequent successful sea trials in the North Sea. Superyacht CINDERELLA NOEL IV – image from Ruben Griffioen The yacht is the result of close collaboration between Heesen’s engineers and the Luca Dini Design and Architecture team, enabling the owners to realise their ambition to build the perfect yacht for extended cruising in the Scandinavian archipelago and Norwegian fjords for them and their family and friends. The client is a ..read more

42m sailing yacht LEGATO has been launched by Mengi Yay Yachts from the Tuzla shipyard in Istanbul, Turkey. Previously known as NB108, the shipyard collaborated with exterior designer Ginton Naval Architects and the interior design team from Wetzels Brown Partners, while keeping her naval architecture in house. Luxury yacht LEGATO launches – pictures from Mengi Yay Entertainment and relaxation were the focus for her design team and she features expansive exterior decks including an alfresco dining setting on her upper deck and a generous water’s edge beach club and swim platform. Sailing ya ..read more

Launched back in November 2023, 74m (242’7”) superyacht NOME, has now been spotted on sea trials close to Vlissingen, the Netherlands. As the eighth semi-custom Amels Limited Editions 242, she made history as one of two yachts launched on the same day from the Damen Yachting headquarters in Vlissingen City.  Superyacht NOME – images from Amels Her eye-catching Flag blue hull and Oyster white superstructure have legendary designer Tim Heywood to thank for their beautiful lines and her interior is the work of British studio Winch Design. She features vertical lines and long stretches of w ..read more

Image a morning coffee with views over the shimmering Caribbean Sea or starting the day with an energetic workout, before a well-earning dip in a jacuzzi or simply daydreaming of lunch on a secluded, white beach. All of this and more can become a reality on a luxury charter on board 43.89m (144′) superyacht CROSSED SABRE. Superyacht CROSSED SABRE Built in 2006 by US shipyard Burger, she was lavished with a refit in 2020 and now presents as one of the finest motor yachts of her size in the Caribbean in Winter, and the Bahamas in Summer. Expansive exterior decks with both sociable and intimate ..read more

Get in early on the 42m Baglietto motor yacht TIMBUKTU and enjoy 10% off all May weeks in Greece. Launched in 2009 and refitted in 2021, she accommodates 11 guests over 5 cabins and has a crew of 9. The yacht’s interiors are by Bannenberg & Rowell, while her Naval Architecture is the work of Francesco Paszkowski. TIMBUKTU aerial view with toys – Photo @ StudioReskos Her interior décor is beautifully finished in neutral tones throughout, featuring plush comfortable furnishings and plenty of natural light. An open-plan salon is situated on the main deck, with the formal dining placed forwa ..read more

With summer just a short time away, 30.5m motor yacht ANNABEL II is now offering her July and August weeks at the mid-season rate and her mid-season weeks, at the low season rate, when confirmed by April 30th 2024. Built in 2009 and refitted in 2022, she was launched by Horizon Yachts and accommodates up to 10 charter guests in 4 cabins. A crew of 5 professionals will ensure the most memorable luxury yachting experience in Croatia. Swim platform The yacht’s interior décor is elegant, with a palate of neutral fabrics and warm high gloss woods throughout. In the main salon, guests can rel ..read more