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The Top 10 Most Expensive Yachts in the World
The Top 10 Most Expensive yachts in the World with lavish features to suit the lifestyles of their owners are no less than palatial mansions floating on the vast expanse of water. With high-end configuration, state-of-the-art design, furnished interior décor and fully equipped entertainment zone, these mega yachts range from $29 to $300 million in price. A hub of yachting enthusiasts, these super yachts make their way around the globe. Here is a glimpse of the top ten yachts for your information.
UPDATE: 2010
#1 Most Expensive Yacht in the World at an Incredible $1.2 Billion M/Y Eclipse – see video at bottom of page.
#2 Most Expensive Yacht is now at $300 million dollars – "DUBIA Yacht"
#1 Katana
Katana a mega yacht is one of the most precious possessions in the bag of Larry Ellison Oracle founder. The construction cost of this 262-foot long yacht touched a height of $68 million. A gem from the estate of the late Emilio Azcarraga Mexican media tycoon, Katana has undergone some modifications. It features a two-story suite for the owner, an accommodation for 12 guests, a large plasma TV and a basketball court.
02. Constellation
A possession of the ruling family in Qatar, Constellation costs the same as Katana. This 68 million dollar yacht is 262 feet in length. It can carry 350 tons of fuel and speed at 23 knots. Known as the largest hit and run, the yacht is equipped with luxury features.
03. Virginian
With a span of 204 feet in length, Virginia looks a giant. It formerly belonged to John Werner Kluge, head of Metromedia International Group. The present British owner of the yacht changed its hue from white to blue. As pricey as $45 million, it offers luxury and lavish living.
04. Ambrosiana
Bought and sold by a European, Ambrosiana awaits a new owner in Oceanco, Holland. Though it is priced as the same as Virginian, it comes next to Oceanco’s Constellation. A waterfall tumbling over the aft lip of the sky-deck Jacuzzi is the most spectacular of what it features. It is 196 feet in length.
05. Dream
Dream another mega yacht is under construction at Feadship’s venerable yard in Holland. With a considerable stretch of 176 feet in length, it is priced at $44 million. It is considered that the construction of a custom yacht at Feadship takes a minimum of three years.
06. Giant I
Spanning for 246 feet in length, Giant I may be the yacht of your dream. The former salvage tug of the yacht features an amazing collection of toys – snowmobiles, motorcycles, two Jeep 4×4s, Mercedes, a helicopter, two sport fishing boats, a decompression chamber, an 28 Albin and a Scuba diving gear. This 38 million dollar is simply exclusive.
07. Senses
Esteemed as the ultimate exploration vessel by the yachting intelligentsia, this 37 million dollar yacht is at the zenith of the water toys hit parade. It comes with two helipads, a 39-foot RIB, a 42-foot Nelson, a 24-foot Halmatic RIB, a 28-foot sailing dinghy, the PWCs and Hobie pedal kayaks. It is an achievement of Jack Setton, a renowned champion sailor and yacht designer.
08. Ambrosia
If karaoke is your passion and piano is your interest, Ambrosia has all the ingredients to entertain you. The interior of this yacht reflects the touches of art from the Far East. It offers a sharp sense of refinement that merges the European classical with the oriental influence. This $35 million yacht is 177 feet in length.
09. Kiss The Sky
The 35 million dollar Kiss the Sky carries the signature of its Dutch builder, Amels in its make. The Terence Disdale designed interior décor of the yacht features burl reliefs, light oak paneling, beautiful lacquered furniture and marble flooring. The master stateroom of this 170-foot long yacht comprises of dressing areas and bathrooms, an open lounge area, a king-sized island berth and an adjacent twin cabin.
10. Princess Marla
The $29 million Princess Marla is a must see for all. The three deck high atrium of Princess Marla is the most spectacular attribute of its interior. Initially christened as White Rabbit II, it is designed by Andrew Winch.
Newest Update: 2009
Most Expensive Yacht in the World at an Incredible $1.2 Billion M/Y Eclipse
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June 21st, 2009 at 11:58 pm
I do not know when this piece was published, but it is amazongly outdated… The most expensive yacht in the world three years ago, in 2006, was sold for $300,000,000.00, and now even that one has been outdone by B + V’s “Eclipse”.