Sunday, August 29, 2010

Riva Aquariva Super

Riva is a synonym for luxury motor yachts which continue to impress the world of the rich and famous. The iconic Italian luxury yacht manufacturer is a symbol of quality, elegance, speed and status, while Riva yachts are intended for pure pleasure on the sea. Exceptional sense for luxury and beauty, and a perfect blend of tradition and innovation make Riva boats truly one of the kind and turning heads whenever they appear. In 2009, the company revealed its new masterpiece, the Riva Aquariva Super reflecting the brand's rich tradition and unmatched sense for aesthetics, beauty and elegance which may have been often copied but could not have been  reproduced. The Riva Aquariva Super is a homage to the legendary Aquarama that was launched in 1962. The floating beauty reflects tradition and timeless elegance while being modern at the same time. Striking elegance, precious woods and an extraordinary attention to the details can be seen everywhere you look making the Riva Aquariva Super a star in the collection of the stars and reaffirm Riva as a symbol of luxury, prestige and style. Both external and internal design of Riva Aquariva Super follow the timeless elegance, while modern materials and beautifully carved wooden decks (mahogany inlaid with maple) make it a piece of art. The Riva Aquariva Super is truly an astonishing motor yacht which is an extraordinary blend of unmatched sense for stye, exclusivity, comfort, functionality, reliability and performance.The position of the helm, the sitting area and sundeck follows the traditional layout but the lines, woodwork, lacquer work, leather, chrome and carpentry that are virtually everywhere you look make the Riva Aquariva Super one of the kind motor boat even among Riva yachts. It embodies the brand's tradition like no other ship while reflecting a modern and innovative spirit. An unique sailing experience, pure pleasure and comfort are guaranteed for up to 8 people on board. The Riva Aquariva Super is powered by two 380 horsepower/279 kW YANMAR 6 LY3/UTP engines with electronically controlled two speed gearbox providing extraordinary performance.  The floating beauty has a cruising speed of 36 knots and maximum speed of 41 knots. The range is 130 nautical miles at maximum speed and 150 nautical miles at cruising speed. It has an overall length of 33 feet (10,7 meters) and maximum beam of 9 feet and 2 inches (2,8 meters). The fuel capacity os 127 gallons (480 liters) and water capacity is 34 gallons (130 liters). The 33 feet long Italian elegance will cost you over $1 million but you can be sure that you will not go unnoticed when landing ashore with the Riva Aquariva Super.  If you´re a fan of Riva check out Riva yachts.

Riva Aquariva Super

Riva Aquariva Super

Friday, August 27, 2010

Princess Flybridge 54

The Princes Flybridge 54 reveals the excellence in engineering and performance, and an unmatched elegance and sense for luxury that make Princess Yachts International plc one of the most respected brands in the world of luxury yachts. The 54 feet and 5 inches (16,57 meters) motor yacht with a beam of 15 feet (4,57 meters) is widely regarded one one of the finest yachts of its class and size range though you could easily mistake it for a 60 feet boat. The company has proved once again why it is one of the world's most desired and renowned manufacturers of luxury yachts. The Princess Flybridge 54 is truly a seducer both outside and inside as well as on the sea. Highly elegant designed floating beauty is marked by the distinctive Princess deep V hull which is not there to underline the ship´s elegance only but enables it to achieve high speed in both comfort and safety. Its maximum speed is 30 to 32 knots or 31 to 34 knots, depending on the chosen engines and some other factors such as loading, cleanliness of the hull and sea conditions. The yacht's exterior is also marked by elegant yet dynamic lines and expansive windows which provide maximal visibility and let more natural light in the helm station as well as other accommodation areas. Below the expansive flybridge in the main deck is the main salon with an U-shaped lounge and cocktail bar leading to the dinette which is positioned opposite to the helm station. The latter has two leather seats for the driver and a companion. Its position provides maximum visibility, while the steering wheel and the instruments are placed in a comfortable reach. A staircase from the dinette leads to the fully-equipped galley in the lower deck. The accommodation below the deck provides room for six people in the master stateroom with en-suite that extends across the full beam, VIP cabin which includes en-suite as well and a twin cabin with side-by-side berths providing full headroom all the way. An optional crew cabin is positioned under the cockpit lounge. The Princess Flybridge 54 impresses in all aspects. Both its external and internal design are highly elegant yet highly functional. The motor yacht enables comfortable and safe cruising at high speeds even in the most challenging waters. It is powered by twin Volvo diesel engines. You can choose between twin Volvo D12-715 (2 x 715 mph) enabling speed range of 30 to 32 knots, and twin Volvo D12-800 (2 x 775 mph) reaching maximum speed of 31 to 34 knots. It has fuel capacity of 550 gallons (2500 liters) and water capacity of 130 gallons (592 liters). Displacement is approximately 23,5 tons. If you´re a fan of flybridge yachts take also look at the Aicon 75 .


Princess Flybridge 54

Princess Flybridge 54

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Azimut Magellano 74

The Azimut Magellano 74 is much more than just another luxury cruiser yacht. The 74 feet and 4 inches long motor yacht is designed to sail long distances both comfortable and safely even in the most challenging waters. The magnificent Azimut Magellano-Range 74 is designed for those who want to explore the horizons with their family or friends on their own without sacrificing the comfort and convenience. Despite being classed as a semi-displaced motor yacht the Azimut Magellano-Range 74 cannot be compared to any other yacht in its range.The Azimut Magellano-Range 74 is designed with focus on comfort and safety. The latter is ensured by central position of the helm station both inside and on the flybridge in order to ensure optimal visibility. Safety was also on the boat's designer mind when projecting the stern guardrail and the bulwark which are high and safe when the sea is rough, while the external walkways are 24 inches (60 centimetres) wide and have only two steps to reach the bow area.The main deck offers the comfort, functionality and exceptional sense for design and luxury for which the Azimut yachts are famous for. It is actually is a single open space extending from the wheelhouse to the cockpit. It is intended for the owner to spend time with all his/her guests on board and has virtually interrupted 360 degrees panorama windows without any tall furniture blocking the sight. The galley is positioned at the entrance of the main deck which facilitates serving both the external dining areas and the dinette inside. The flybridge features a large sitting area which is covered by a large and solid hardtop providing shade both to the helmet station and the sitting area though there is also room for sunbathing.The lower deck is reserved for accommodation of the owner and his/her family or friends. Like the main deck, the master suite is extremely spacious and equipped with large windows. The Azimut Magellano-Range 74 has a three-cabin layout in order to provide everyone on board optimal comfort and space. Besides the master suite it includes a VIP cabin with private en-suite and a semi en-suite twin-berth cabin which is quite spacious as well. An optional cabin for the crew or extra guests can be reached from the salon. Both the main deck and lower deck are fully equipped for a long time on the sea.The Azimut Magella-Range 74 is 74 feet and 4 inches (22,66 meters) long and has a beam at the main section of 20 feet and 4 inches (6,2 meters). It is powered by CAT C 18 1015 Mph (746 Kw) reaching maximum speed of 25 knots. It has fuel capacity if 1954 gallons (7400 litres) and has a range of over 1100 nautical miles.
Azimut Magellano 74

Azimut Magellano 74

Azimut Magellano 74