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Yachts have long been seen as a symbol of luxury. Many wealthy people such as entrepreneurs, sportspeople, famous designers, and artists own yachts. If you’re a celebrity or a politician, the chances are you’ll want one for yourself. Owning even an ordinary yacht is not that cheap, and of course, what interests everyone the most is how much their favorite celebrity’s yacht costs. In this article, we’ve gathered the list of the ten most famous yacht owners. We’ll take a closer look at their yachts, the devices they’re equipped with, their interior and exterior, and, which interests some readers the most, their cost.
Tiger Woods — Privacy
The 47-meter yacht Privacy is owned by Tiger Woods, the famous golf player. Woods himself calls his yacht a “dinghy” in jest. But don’t let your guard down; he spent $20 million on this “dinghy.” For Woods, who was named the wealthiest sportsman in the world by Forbes in 2010, such an expense is perfectly reasonable. In 2004, Woods bought this boat. The yacht can develop a maximum speed of 17 knots. The boat owned by Woods includes everything for the comfort of the 17 guests that are on board at once. This boat has a gym and a theater, so there will be plenty of things to keep you busy. Of course, the bar should not be overlooked. The Jacuzzi, though, is Privacy’s standout feature. It can accommodate up to 8 people. There are always different events on the deck. As it is easy to guess, a superyacht costing 20 million dollars is luxurious. The interior of Privacy is made of cherry wood. The yacht also features a VIP cabin. The yacht owned by Woods is equipped with two 1,800-horsepower diesel engines. Those powerful devices make Privacy a combination of efficiency, style, and luxury. But by efficiency, we do not only mean technical characteristics. The yacht is full of sports equipment, which Woods uses to maintain his physique.
Giorgio Armani — Maìn
The 65-meter yacht Maìn is owned by Giorgio Armani, a famous designer. It was purchased by him in 2008. Maìn features a dark gray-green color, unusual for yachts but typical for Giorgio Armani’s designs. Maìn is a primary yacht owned by Armani and appears to be his favorite. It can be seen in the Ligurian port of La Spezia, as its owner travels between his residences in Saint-Tropez and the island of Pantelleria. Those are Maìn’s primary destinations. As the famous designer himself says, it’s a place where he can forget about work and relax. For him, Maìn almost feels like a home. What interests us the most is that Armani was personally involved in creating the design of his yacht. The yacht was built in two years. Armani’s main idea was to create a feeling of walls being absent. Therefore, even from within the yacht, Maìn’s guests may take in the panoramic views. They are not required to stand on the deck or near the windows. Armani’s yacht is undoubtedly furnished with every amenity for a pleasurable vacation. Among other things are a cinema and a gym. Fireplaces are present in a large living room. There are always some events for designer’s guests like parties. The entire decor is the definition of luxury. Even the couches and pillows are Armani, bearing this designer’s recognizable style. However, while the yacht’s interior is opulent, making this boat a superyacht full of luxury, Maìn’s exterior is quite plain. Armani has made this decision on purpose. But have no doubts – it’s still one of the fanciest superyachts in the world. The yacht’s engines are powerful devices as well.
Sergey Brin — Dragonfly
The yacht known as Dragonfly is owned by Sergey Brin, a co-founder of Google. He purchased it for $80 million. The yacht owned by Brin possesses a transatlantic range of 22 knots. Its fuel usage is only 360 gallons per hour at 18 knots, which is less than an average yacht. With such characteristics, the Dragonfly is one the quickest and most fuel-effective long-range cruising yachts in the world. The yacht allows 16 crew members and 14 guests to travel together. Among its remarkable features is a sundeck Jacuzzi that doubles as a dance floor and an outdoor movie theater. A spa and a swanky beach club are two other entertainment alternatives. So, there is no lack of entertaining events for Brin’s guests. At-anchor stabilizers guarantee constant comfort throughout an entire sail. Dragonfly is indeed a superyacht, and it certainly has its share of luxury.
Roman Abramovich — Eclipse
Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich is a very famous person among yacht enthusiasts. He owns several luxury yachts. But his “flagship” – the yacht Eclipse, which was once considered the largest in the world. It is breathtaking: the snow-white vessel of 162 meters long cannot leave anyone indifferent. The yacht has 11 cabins for guests, two swimming pools, a cinema, and a disco. Two helicopter landing pads are placed on the deck of the ship. The submarine and armament, consisting of anti-missile defense, make it possible to categorize it as a warship, especially since the ship’s portholes are made of bulletproof glass. Such a yacht costs more than $800 million, making it one of the most expensive in the world. The yacht owned by Abramovich is an entirely mysterious “world”. Only a few “chosen” journalists managed to get access to the yacht and take the actual images of Abramovich’s yacht interiors. Roman’s guests rarely share info as well. The yacht’s security makes sure no one takes a photo without permission. But have no doubts: the boat owned by Abramovich is packed with all kinds of luxury, making it a superyacht worthy of an oligarch.
The Edge — Cyan
Since Bono, the frontman of U2, is frequently spotted traveling on this yacht’s board, those who follow every move of their favorite celebrity and believe all rumors could assume that he is its owner. But the yacht is owned by Edge of U2, though. The Cyan, one of the most well-known celebrity yachts in the world, was initially built in 1997 and can be immediately recognized by its black hull. The sailboat, which is 48.7 meters long, features six opulent staterooms that can accommodate up to 12 people. The main deck is where the owner’s bedroom is. On the boat, there are many options for amusement and leisure. A three-meter outdoor movie screen and a collection of more than 1,500 films are two of them. Cyan is a boat where every celebrity might want to have a vacation.
David Geffen — Rising Sun
Celebrities often buy yachts, which are all great. But even among those expensive superyachts, there are some noteworthy examples. One of them is a billionaire and a producer David Geffen, who owns the largest private yacht in the world. The yacht owned by him resembles a floating palace, and cost its owner more than $250,000,000. Rising Sun has 5 decks and as many as 82 staterooms, with a total living area of over 8,000 square meters. The interiors of this superyacht are made of onyx, a rather expensive material. Naturally, the yacht has everything for the comfort of the guests, sports fields, jacuzzis, spas, and, of course, a huge cinema. The yacht even has a wine cellar, often visited by celebrities. But the main feature of the yacht is a basketball court, which is transformed into a helipad. “Rising Sun is not the only world’s largest and most luxurious yacht owned by a celebrity, but also one of the most powerful – the engines are 50,000 horsepower. The maximum speed of the yacht is 28 knots.
Diane von Furstenberg and Barry Diller — Eos
One of the most extravagant yachts owned by a celebrity is indeed Eos. Eos may not be the largest yacht featured in this list, at 93 meters in length, but it is its design that makes it stand out from the rest. The yacht is owned by media mogul Barry Diller and famous designer Diane von Furstenberg, who used to be called the “Queen of Fashion”. It is said that Diane von Furstenberg was personally involved in creating the interior design. The rumors seem to be true – the entire collection of furniture from the forties and many fur blankets stylized for that era can be seen on the board. But what interests the witnesses the most is the bow of the yacht. On the bow is the figure of Diane herself, which was created for her by her friend, the famous sculptor and designer Anh Duong. In almost every part of the yacht, you can see pictures of family and friends of the owners, which adds a more personal vibe to the yacht. This creates an even stronger association with the owners. Eos is undoubtedly a superyacht that combines unusual design and fashion.
Rafael Nadal — Great White
The yacht Great White is owned by Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal. Great White is perfect for long cruises with maximum comfort due to the huge interior space. The living area of the yacht is 372 square meters. This is one of the largest for a yacht of this class. Such space makes this boat feel like a proper, fully-functioning home. From absolutely any point of the yacht, you can have a good view of the sea. This was Nadal’s fundamental requirement, and the yacht was built to match it. The salon was divided into two areas, the living and dining room, and a “TV wall” separates them. Two 77-inch plasma screens allow you to enjoy movies or tennis matches while you sit on one of the two large sofas or at the dining table. It is a huge space for a yacht, where a table tennis table can easily be placed between pieces of furniture – which is exactly what Nadal did. There are a total of four guest cabins on Great White – the master and standard guest stateroom on the right float, the VIP and single berth stateroom on the left. The staterooms are made in a modern minimalist style. After all, the main thing on this yacht is its guest areas. Great White owned by Nadal is indeed a floating home.
David and Victoria Beckham — Seven
Yacht Seven is owned by David Beckham and his wife Victoria. At 28.5 meters, their yacht is not the largest on this list, but it is enough for a celebrity yacht. But its main advantages lie not in its size or its beauty, but in its efficiency. Given that David was directly involved in creating the project, it is specifically built to match the demands of the owners and their frequent guests. The yacht can comfortably hold up to 10 guests in five staterooms, together with four crew members. Despite its plain look on the exterior, Seven is extremely speedy because of its asymmetrically tinted windows and steel-colored hull. Its 2400 horsepower engines are powerful devices that allow the yacht to cruise at 30 knots with ease. The main destination is regularly the US coastline. The yacht’s interior is also not unduly opulent; it is straightforward yet has a unique style. Of course, the boat is equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Jeff Bezos — Y721
Y721 is owned by Jeff Bezos, one of the richest men in the world. Unlike other superyachts featured in this list, Bezos’s yacht is a sailboat. It is not surprising that Bezos chose a sailing boat – the yachting industry, like other businesses, is eager to become “greener” and reduce its impact on the environment. To do so, the Y721 was equipped with such devices as hybrid engines and solar panels. The yacht owned by Amazon’s CEO has an exterior made of aluminum and steel and three masts. Y721’s hull is black, in a classic style. However, the presence of sails has also created certain inconveniences. For example, it turned out to be impossible to install a helipad on the yacht. But Bezos quickly found a way out. Y721 is accompanied by an additional yacht, which has everything that the main yacht lacks, including a helipad. But the unusual design and technological solutions pale in comparison to the price of the yacht. It cost its owner at least $500 million, making it one of the most expensive yachts in the world.
