Dutch shipyard Heesen‘s fifth and final launch of 2021 was the luxury yacht PROJECT AURA (YN 19650), which hit the water outside the Oss facility on the 17th of December.

The exterior styling by Clifford Denn takes inspiration from classic cars, producing flowing designs and functional details from bow to stern of this 50m/164ft motor yacht. The round-bilge steel hull is designed for long-range cruising in comfort, with twin MTU 8V4000 M63 engines producing a top speed of 15 knots and a range of 3,800 nautical miles cruising at 13 knots.

The interior will be completed by Reymond Langton Design in close collaboration with the Owners to personalise it to their preferences and lifestyle. The overnight accommodation sleeps up to 10 guests over 5 en-suite cabins, including a Main deck master suite and the rest of the accommodation on the lower deck.

Work will continue on superyacht PROJECT AURA for the commissioning of her main systems before undergoing sea trials in the North Sea. Her delivery is scheduled for the end of April 2022.

Receive 10% off your next gorgeous Greece luxury yacht charter aboard superyacht OVAL in May 2022 if you book before the 31st of January.

Refitted in 2021, M/Y OVAL has been restored to as-new condition to provide a sensational contemporary setting for celebrations and laid-back living with loved ones. The refined setting contrasts dark natural wooden panelling with crisp white furnishings, while warm lighting and vibrant artwork add a personalised and welcoming touch.

Wake to the scenic towns around Santorini or Mykonos and savour breakfast alfresco in the shade on the main deck aft. Head into town to explore the museums, shops and galleries, then take a moment to absorb the moment at a seaside cafe. Luxury yacht OVAL has multiple sunbathing spots to rest at a quiet anchorage, and the Cyclades has several coloured sand beaches for each day of your itinerary. The Jacuzzi is a place to let your cares slip away, night or day, while your experienced crew sorts out all drinks from the wet bar and delivers exceptional meals to your table.

The selection of water toys is perfect for the crystal-clear waters throughout the Greece charter grounds, and the collection includes:

1 x Seadoo jet ski
2 x Seabob F5S
1 x kayak
1 x Stand-up paddleboard
a wakeboard
water skis
snorkelling equipment, and
towable toys

The accommodation sleeps a maximum of 10 guests across 5 en-suite cabins: 1 Master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 2 double cabins and 1 twin cabin.

The enthusiastic crew of 6 will keep everyone entertained and have everything ready for a packed and efficient itinerary.

Find out more about superyacht OVAL and secure your preferred dates for May 2022 in the lively Cyclades, the scenic Ionian Islands or the cultural Dodecanese.

Grab yourself a bargain for a Greece luxury yacht charter during any season in 2022 and charter 30.7m/100.9ft motor yacht FALCON ISLAND at 10% off, plus an additional 5% off for charters longer than 7 days.

M/Y FALCON ISLAND was refitted in 2018 and offers timeless interiors hosting plenty of entertainment and modern comforts for quality time with family and friends. Wake to pristine beaches amongst the Ionian Islands and take breakfast alfresco on the flybridge to admire the views. Visit the clifftop Paleokastritsa Monastery and snorkel in the Blue Eye Cave before finding a golden sand beach to spend the afternoon hours. Cruise around Corfu Town for impressive architecture, culture and shopping before dancing the night away.

Rest in the air-conditioned interior and pass the time with a film on the pop-up widescreen TV, and dine in style over meals prepared by the highly trained onboard chef.

Sun worshippers have a choice of sunbeds on the foredeck or flybridge, plus lounging on both decks to savour the summer weather.

The selection of water toys has something for guests who want to take life at a slower pace and adrenaline seekers alike, and the collection includes:

1 x jet ski
2 x kayaks
2 x tubes
1 x paddleboard
1 x wakeboard
a waterslide (on request at additional cost)
water skis
fishing gear, and
snorkelling equipment

The accommodation sleeps a total of 12 guests across 5 en-suite cabins: 1 Master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 1 double cabin and 2 twin cabins that both have a Pullman berth. On hand is a professional crew of 6 to provide stellar service throughout the cruise.

Start 2022 off right with a brilliant bargain in the wondrous Greece charter grounds and save up to 15% off aboard M/Y FALCON ISLAND. Bookings must be made before the 31st of January 2022.

The New Year is almost here and what better present for 2022 than a luxury yacht charter aboard motor yacht NEPHENTA to the Balearic Islands or the golden coast of Catalonia in Spain?

Refitted in 2020, this 25m/82ft charter yacht is the ideal size for extended family or friends groups looking to island-hop for culture, shopping, entertainment and beautiful beaches all in one trip. The regional capital of Barcelona is where many commence or end their charter, enjoying the convenience of the international airport coupled with the unique art nouveau architecture only to be found in this colourful city.

Savour every day in the sunshine from the foredeck sun pads or the flybridge Jacuzzi, all while your crew sorts out every meal and has the water toys ready to go and packed away again before you move on to the next striking sight.

The collection of water toys is ideal for family groups and friends to explore the beautiful beaches and coasts of the Balearic Islands, and the selection includes:

1 x Jetski Seadoo Spark
2 x Paddleboards
1 x Kayak
1 x Donut, and
snorkelling equipment

There is room for up to 9 guests while cruising, and the overnight accommodation sleeps a total of 8 guests in 4 cabins: 1 Master suite, 1 VIP stateroom and 2 twin cabins that share a bathroom. The professional crew of 3 will provide fast and discreet service throughout the cruise.

Choose luxury yacht NEPHENTA for your next cruise in the Spanish charter grounds and discover the modern and ancient cultural wonders that entice visitors back year after year.

Turkish shipyard Bodrum Oguz Marin has officially launched the 34m/111.6ft luxury sailing yacht MiTi ONE. Launched from the facilities in Bodrum, the gulet features in-house design and naval architecture.

S/Y MiTi ONE is constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, created for long-range cruising. Solar panels assist in autonomy, and twin Baudouin engines of 450 HP produce a cruising speed of 9 knots and a distance of 2,000 nautical miles under power. A sail plan of 540m2/5,812ft2 harnesses the wind for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly cruising.

The accommodation sleeps up to 12 guests across 5 en-suite cabins, with a crew of 7 for professional service throughout every cruise.

Luxury sailing yacht MiTi ONE is currently for sale with an asking price of €6,750,000, and Bodrum Oguz Marin is now constructing a 50m/164ft sailing yacht named MiTi K at the same facility in Bodrum, Turkey.

Celebrate the coming of a new year and start off right with a luxury yacht charter in the Bahamas or Caribbean Leeward Islands aboard the beautiful 55m/180.5ft Heesen superyacht LADY JJ (ex.ABBARACCI).

The renowned Omega Architects styled the interiors, creating bright and tranquil spaces that are equally matched for everyday living as well as celebrating a special occasion in style: Pale wooden panelling is matched by cream furnishings and white accents, while the warm glow of the overhead lighting will easily illuminate the space after sundown. A formal dining area is a choice place for intimate family meals, and the main salon and sky lounge provide a place for the kids to watch a film while the adults catch up over drinks from the wet bar.

Enjoy the rich colours of sunset over the peaceful Inagua Islands from the comfort of the main deck alfresco lounge, which is perfect for a nightcap or morning coffee. The upper deck offers a grand alfresco dining area to take in the sights and sounds of Caribbean destinations such as the US Virgin Islands, and once you’re done exploring the natural wonders and history of the region, the sundeck sun pads or Jacuzzi are the perfect place to rest and savour the moment.

There is a great collection of water toys on board, with just some of the available selection including:

4 x Waverunners
3 x Seabobs
fishing gear, and
inflatable toys

In addition to the above selection the comprehensive sundeck gym will ensure that guest can stay fit and active even when on the move.

The accommodation sleeps a total of 12 guests over 6 en-suite cabins: 1 Master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 2 double cabins and 2 twin cabins. All guests will be looked after by a professional crew of 13, who will use their knowledge of the region to find spectacular anchorages and have everything ready and waiting on your adventures.

Learn more about luxury yacht LADY JJ and make plans for a spectacular winter holiday in the warm and wild Bahamas.

Italian shipyard Wally has released photography showcasing the first brand new unit of its luxury yacht WHY200 model after she made her public debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2021.

The 45.1m/148ft WHY200 was designed to combine the speed and performance of a semi-displacement hull with spacious social areas that guests are more used to on larger vessels. She was created jointly by the Wally design team led by Luca Bassani, while the Ferretti Group Engineering Department and Laurent Giles NA Ltd. produced the naval architecture.

The wide-body and 200 GT volume essentially offer the stability and space of a catamaran in a monohull, challenging the established expectations of the typical motor yachting experience.

The exteriors

Life outdoors is designed to be cherished and the large social areas are kitted out for making memories with family and friends, all the while having excellent views of the anchorage. The main deck aft is designed for an almost seamless transition from the interior salon into the natural world, and features an alfresco dining area along the starboard gunwales, leaving plenty of room for a generous sofa-fringed double sun pad on both sides and a walkway down the centre to the beach club.

The beach club/lower deck swim platform is exactly where guests want to watch the world go by, in close connection to the water: A large sofa/sunbed is set into both sides, while the terrace leaves room for even more seating or for sun loungers. A fold-down terrace on both sides further extends the space to 32m2/344ft2. The two tender garages grant storage space unprecedented on luxury yachts of this size, with capacity for a 4m/13ft jet tender, Waverunner, Seabob, paddleboard and much more.

For elevated views, the upper deck aft delivers along with effortless comfort and style: The extended coachroof covers the main alfresco dining area, while sun-exposed sofa seating and sun loungers provide an area to soak up the afternoon sun or witness New Year celebrations unimpeded. The bow, meanwhile, offers a cosy spot for private conversation or somewhere to curl up with a good book for an uninterrupted reading session.

The interiors

Strong contrasts in colour, curves and angles characterise the interiors onboard the first Wally WHY200, which were designed by Studio A. Vallicelli & C. Open-pore teak is used for the furniture, and the flooring in the main guest areas on the main deck and lower deck is also teak. The minimalist setting in the 61m2/656ft2 main salon provides all the essentials for successful parties or languid afternoons where there is no timetable: The bar is ready to serve plenty of refreshments to the group seated on the sofas or watching a film, and the centrepiece laminated carbon stairway travels down to the spacious guest accommodation and up to the pilothouse and sky lounge.

The accommodation layout of the first Wally WHY200 sleeps up to 8 guests over 4 en-suite cabins: 1 Master suite on the main deck with two en-suite bathrooms, a lower deck VIP stateroom and 2 further guests cabins that are also on the lower deck. Of particular note is the Master Suite, which provides its occupants with 37m2/398ft2 of space within the 4.7m/15.5ft glazed bow that allows for 270-degree views of the surroundings. The engine room is at the other end of the vessel, granting a peaceful night’s rest.

The helm station and sky lounge are covered by a futuristic glass and carbon dome, which has no supporting pillars and is an exceptional example of the engineering and design that provide unnoticed stability and strength.

The latest technology for connectivity and entertainment can be found onboard, where a 5G wireless network connection with home automation control makes accessing the AV systems a breeze, both inside and out. The first unit is installed with a 5.1 Premium sound system on the main and upper decks, and a 55-inch widescreen TV in the sky lounge.

When it comes to power, quadruple Volvo Penta D-13 IPS 1350 engines of 1,000 HP each produce a top speed of 23 knots. 

The WHY200 motor yacht is pushing the boundaries of what we expect of luxury yachts, creating a tantalising choice for Owners in 2022 and beyond.

The Asia Pacific Superyacht Association has announced that the process for Japan luxury yacht charters has been significantly simplified, making cruising through the region easier than ever before.

Previously, luxury yacht charters in Japanese waters took place under rules more closely aligned with commercial shipping:  A Crew Pass only lasted 14 days, and vessels had to complete full customs, immigration and other clearance declarations for every leg of a cruise.

Now, privately owned and commercially registered superyachts have no time limit for staying in Japan, and crews will be issued with a Multiple Landing Permit (also known as a Crew Pass) which only expires when the crewmember leaves on the yacht or by flight. Certain nationalities are also eligible for the benefit of a 90-day ‘tourist visa waiver’ which will allow them to travel and see the country on their own time.

Moreover, luxury yachts can apply for and receive a ‘Naikosen’, which is essentially a cruising permit that allows the vessel to operate as if a domestic Japanese vessel, cruising from one port to the next in Japan without going through the cumbersome customs and immigration clearances of the past.

To receive these benefits, luxury yachts will need to use the services of a recognised yachting agent that has the experience and government permissions to apply for yacht entry into Japan. For the country’s accelerated post-pandemic economic recovery, private jets and luxury domestic travel such as private limousines also have fewer restrictions.

The relaxation of restrictions has already had a positive effect on cruising in the region and Super Yacht Logistics Japan (SYL Japan) has declared that a number of luxury yachts are already planning to cruise there in 2022.

Luxury Feadship yacht KASSANDRA (ex.ANASTASIA VE) has received an extensive refit for 2022 and is available for winter charters across the Eastern Mediterranean and the South of Italy.

Cruise from the Turkish Riviera to Sicily and the Aeolian Islands aboard this spectacular 46.5m/152.7ft Feadship, built in 1989 and given a new lease of life in 2022. The pale interiors and spacious living areas make a spectacular setting for social events, with a separate formal dining area to make celebratory meals feel even more magical.

The main deck aft is covered for use even in less clement weather, and guests can still enjoy sweeping views of the destination. The sundeck offers the best views on board and has plenty of seating and sunbeds to unwind under the warm sunshine amongst the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia, or the Cyclades in Greece.

The accommodation sleeps up to 12 guests over 7 en-suite cabins: 1 Master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 3 twin cabins and 2 single cabins. Throughout the cruise, the professional crew of 12 will ensure that all guests onboard receive first-class service.

Discover more about luxury yacht KASSANDRA and plan your incredible Eastern Mediterranean adventure in 2022.

The delivery of 55m/180ft Royal Huisman luxury yacht PHI was celebrated in style with a laser light show using the onboard exterior lighting.

Laser lighting is the latest innovation for exterior lighting, being more maintenance-friendly than commonly used LEDs, which leave gaps and can fail.

Superyacht PHI is the longest motor yacht in the under 500 GT category and boasts a sinuous design by Cor D. Rover with naval architecture from Van Oossanen Naval Architects. The fast displacement hull will provide efficient cruising with speeds of up to 22 knots, and she will be joined by recently launched 36m/118.1ft shadow vessel PHI PHANTOM from Turkish shipyard Alia Yachts.

PHI has interior styling from Lawson Robb which was produced to a strong vision from the Owner: The complex interiors flow with a narrative that is uncovered as guests walkthrough.

M/Y PHI and shadow vessel PHI PHANTOM are now ready for cruising across the world to see the greatest sights in comfort and style.