When we think of luxury, most of us will think of expensive cars, sprawling mansions & private jets. But for the super-rich elites, all these are pocket changes. The actual definition of high-life luxury is private yachts. It doesn't get more exclusive & luxurious than owning your very own mansion on the seas. Let us look at some of the most ridiculously expensive and indulgently luxurious yachts owned by billionaires worldwide.
1. ECLIPSE (1.7 BILLION DOLLARS)
The longest yacht is possessed by the famous Roman Abramovich, a Russian billionaire famous for his highly luxurious tastes & extreme paranoia. No wonder his boat comes equipped with a trespasser-detection system and even a missile-identification system. On the luxury front also, this yacht does not disappoint, coming fully equipped with two helipads, twenty-four guest cabins, 2 swimming pools, hot tubs & disco hall. There's even a mini-submarine on the yacht!
2. STREETS IN MONACO (1.2 BILLION DOLLARS)
The luxury yacht still under construction is rumored to contain exact to-scale replicas of landmarks such as Hotel de Paris, Monte Carlo Casino & even a beach-type swimming pool which gives us beach vibes even in the middle of the ocean. The master bedroom is rumored to be spread over 3 floors having its own private office, jacuzzi, elevators, balcony sundeck, and all the works. It even has a small waterfall on board & a bar featuring panoramic views below the ocean.
3. HISTORY SUPREME (4.8 BILLION DOLLARS)
Built out of pure gold & platinum, this yacht is the definition of luxury & indulgence. Owned by the wealthiest man of Malaysia, Robert Knok, this yacht is rumored to contain over 10000 Kg of gold adorning the dining space, staircase, rails, deck even the anchor. The master bedroom is lined with meteorite rock & decorated with a sixty-eight kg and 24-carat gold Aqua vista Panoramic Wall Aquarium & a liquor bottle which features a rare 18.5-carat diamond.
4. DUBAI (400 MILLION DOLLARS)
Standing at a staggering 531 feet, the yacht is allegedly owned by members of the United Arab Emirates royal family. It is reported to house 155 guests at a time and comes fully equipped with amenities such as swimming pools, sundecks, jacuzzi, helicopter decks & a sprawling social gathering for VIP guests.
5. AZZAM (600 MILLION DOLLARS)
Rumored to belong to one of the members of the United Arab Emirates royal family, it is nothing short of the kind of luxury we would expect from them. Conceptualized by a French interior decorated by Christophe Lenoi, its interior is breathtaking. An actual palace fit for the royalty in the middle of the ocean.
6. MOTOR YACHT (450 MILLION DOLLARS)
Owned by the infamous Russian oligarch Andrey Melnichenko the Yacht A is a pure projection of his wealth & power. The 400 feet superyacht can accommodate 14 guests and 43 crew members. Luxury amenities include a 2500sqft master bedroom with a disco, auditorium, and up to 6 luxurious guest bedrooms. The boat is also rumored to contain a helicopter hanger and 3 swimming pools.
7. AL MIRQAB (260 MILLION DOLLARS)
Owned by Hamad Al Thani, Qatar's ex-prime minister. The yacht boasts 10 super luxurious suites with living rooms, balconies & sun deck. Besides this, the boat also contains a cinema hall, indoor pool, Jacuzzi, Outdoor Bar, sundeck even a helipad.
8. AL SAID (300 MILLION DOLLARS)
The world's largest superyacht by gross tonnage & weighing a staggering 15000 tons and length of 510 feet, this yacht belongs to a member of the Omani royal family. The boat can accommodate up to 70 guests and 154 crew members and a complete 50-piece orchestra.
9. LADY MOURA (200 MILLION DOLLARS)
Reportedly owned by Saudi Billionaire businessman Nasser Al-Rashid, it houses 35 guests and up to 65 crew members & the exterior of the ship is embossed with twenty-four-carat gold. Other amenities on offer include a beautiful swimming pool, a retractable surface roof, a helipad & even a 75-foot dining table. However, the most unique feature must be the retractable sand deck which can be regulated to rest at the water level, making an artificial beach on the go. This might just be peak luxury.
10. DILBAR (250 MILLION DOLLARS)
Built for Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov, the Dilbar is well famed for having the best & largest swimming pool of all the yachts on this list. Besides the collection, it also boasts two helipads and a master bedroom spread over 3100 sqft.
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