Luxist http://www.luxist.com Luxist http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/%SiteURL%/media/feedlogo.gif Luxist http://www.luxist.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[World's Most Stylish Superyachts Set Sail for Perini Navi Cup]]>http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/world-most-stylish-superyachts-set-sail-for-perini-navi-cup/http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/world-most-stylish-superyachts-set-sail-for-perini-navi-cup/http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/world-most-stylish-superyachts-set-sail-for-perini-navi-cup/#commentsFiled under: , , ,


The Perini Navi Cup, an annual super-luxe regatta in Sardinia dedicated to the world's most stylish sailing superyachts built by the famed Italian boatyard Perini Navi, is gearing up for its biggest year ever with an extra day of racing and help from some big-name sponsors.

Hundreds of millions of dollars worth of yachts, from the megabucks Maltese Falcon to the Lord Foster-designed Panthalassa and founder Fabio Perini's own Elettra are slated to make the scene and compete for the top prize under the auspices of the ultra-exclusive Yacht Club Costa Smeralda.

Set to take place September 1-4 in the waters around Porto Cervo, big ticket sponsors include Rolex, Audi and Champagne Pommery.

Want to compete in the Cup? There are six Perini Navi yachts available for sale via global online luxury marketplace JamesList, ranging from the 131-ft. Clan VI built in 1983 for $7.3 million, to the 184-ft. Salute built in 2008 for $50 million. There are also six Perini beauties for charter on JamesList, from the 110-ft. Heritage M built in 2000 for $95,000 per week to an impressive 164-ft. cruiser built in 2001 for $195,000 per week.

Gallery: The Perini Navi Cup

LuxistWorld's Most Stylish Superyachts Set Sail for Perini Navi Cup originally appeared on Luxist on Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Guido Krass Silver Zwei Superyacht

German eco-industrialist Guido Krass is offering to sell his 241-ft. Silver Zwei (above), the world's fastest long-range superyacht, for €59 million (about $85 million). Designed to the billionaire's specifications by Monaco's famed Espen Oeino, the Silver Zwei is about as an environmentally friendly as a yacht of its size and speed can be.

That means high fuel efficiency, which is quite handy when crossing the Atlantic at a cool 22 knots. The yacht's light, airy interior has accommodations for 20 guests in nine cabins including a large owner's suite with private lounge and veranda deck. Earth tones and clean white spaces with orange accents abound.

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$5 million per month TV Megayacht

Steven Spielberg's new high-tech $200 million megayacht may be the world's most expensive yacht charter, but the 257-ft. TV (pictured above) launched by Lürssen in 2008 isn't far behind.

Designed by the brilliant Espen Oeino, it's now available to well-heeled yachtsmen for a cool $5 million a month. With a stunning Alberto Pintor interior the impressive craft was built to entertain a large number of guests with plenty of space for different salons, dining and relaxation areas.

Rare woods combine with dark blue leather upholstery in a pleasing interior scheme. A dedicated spa area expands onto a large fold-down sea terrace which allows said guests to go from a swim to the sauna, on to massage treatments and inside/outside gym activities in "a matter of seconds". Chief among the TV's top drawer touches is a very large owner's deck with its own Jacuzzi and sunbathing areas, in addition to a helipad which also incorporates a fueling station. The luxe craft can accommodate 12 guests in all along with 25 crew.

Gallery: 'TV' Megayacht Charter



[via JamesList]

LuxistThe $5 Million Per Month 'TV' Megayacht Charter originally appeared on Luxist on Thu, 07 Apr 2011 14:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Netscape Billionaire $100 Million Superyacht

At 295 feet, Netscape billionaire Jim Clark's Royal Huisman yacht Athena is the second largest sailing superyacht in the world. Just behind Barry Diller's 305-ft. Eos and just ahead of the famed Maltese Falcon at 289 feet, the stunning Athena is a sight to behold wherever she sets sail.

Now Clark, who's said to have paid under $100 million for the craft back in 2004, is having her refit in New Zealand - the largest such project ever carried out in the country - at a cost of tens of million of dollars including many high-tech additions.

Upgrades are reportedly being carried out at the behest of Clark's much, much younger new wife, former Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue model Christy Hinze. He's 67, she's 31. We had dinner with the Aussie stunner once and found her charming.

Hinze apparently wants to freshen up the somewhat stodgy, old-guy interior done up in dark wood and hotel suite-type furniture. The yacht's deckplan features an open air lounge, media center, formal dining salon, library, main salon with wet bar and an alfresco dining area.

The Athena can currently accommodate ten guests in five cabins, with the lower deck comprised of a full-width master cabin with a Jacuzzi, study and walk-in wardrobe. Hinze will want to enlarge that, no doubt.

[via JamesList]

Gallery: Netscape Billionaire Jim Clark's Superyacht

Clark's wife Kristy Hinze

LuxistNetscape Billionaire Refits $100 Million Superyacht originally appeared on Luxist on Mon, 04 Apr 2011 16:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Luxury Toys for Men

What are the world's top luxury toys for men? Uber-luxe German publisher teNeues has the answer with its newest super-sized volume, Luxury Toys: For Men. The awesome Aston Martin One-77, so named because of its limited 77-example run and $1.7 million pricetag, appears on the cover.

Other supercars that make the cut, including the Audi R8 GT, Rolls-Royce Ghost, Jaguar XKR Special Edition, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S Awards Edition, and Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible. Quite the garage.

Covering transportation, style, accessories and dream vacations, the massive 220-page volume features 138 giant full-color photographs and text in English, German, French, Spanish, and Italian. Not based merely on price, the selections show how "emotion and finesse can be combined with spectacular aesthetic purity."

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LuxistThe World's Top Luxury Toys for Men originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 29 Mar 2011 14:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Steven Spielberg Yacht

Luxist recently reported about Steven Spielberg's amazing new $200 million megayacht the Seven Seas (pictured above). Now it seems as though the famed director wants to recoup some of his impressive investment - he's offering the ultra-luxurious yacht for charter at $1.3 million per week. That makes it the world's most expensive yacht charter, leaving the likes of P. Diddy and Simon Cowell's crafts in the dust.

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Aga Khan Superyacht

Recently we reported on the impressive racehorses owned by His Highness the Aga Khan, the immensely wealthy Muslim spiritual leader. The urbane Aga Khan, a philanthropist, Harvard graduate and stepson of Hollywood bombshell Rita Hayworth, hasn't had as much good fortune when it comes to superyachts however. A considerable portion of his $800 million fortune has gone into what is supposed to be the world's fastest superyacht, but instead is a serious snafu.

The 164-ft. Alamshar (pictured above), named after a prized racehorse, is a $200 million vessel commissioned by His Highness from the UK's Devonport, which has now been in build for twelve whole years. Designed to break the transatlantic speed record, her ultra-expensive Rolls-Royce gas turbine engines underperformed and had to be replaced. It also caught on fire a bit. However, the luxurious craft was recently spotted performing sea trials and may one day soon be ready to sail.

[via JamesList]

LuxistThe Aga Khan's $200 Million Superyacht Snafu originally appeared on Luxist on Mon, 28 Mar 2011 16:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Steven Spielberg superyacht

Famed director Steven Spielberg was recently spotted in St. Barth's and St. Maarten on his new $200 million megayacht, the Seven Seas (pictured above), a stylish 282-footer fitted with every imaginable luxury.

Built by Dutch shipyard Oceanco to the Hollywood mogul's specifications, it has a sophisticated interior design scheme with acres of walnut, teak and rosewood. Its most impressive feature is an infinity pool with a 15-ft. glass wall that doubles as a cinema screen so Spielberg and his guests can view movies while swimming or lounging poolside.

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LuxistSteven Spielberg Sets Sail on His New $200 Million Megayacht originally appeared on Luxist on Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Diamond 44 yacht

My colleague Noah Joseph recently reported on the Lamborghini yacht concept from Italy's Mauro Lecchi and exotic auto tuner Fenice Milano. Now the design duo have listed another luxe creation, the Diamond 44 superyacht, for sale via global online luxury marketplace JamesList for about $1.4 million.

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LuxistDiamond 44 by Lamborghini Yacht Designer Mauro Lecchi for Sale originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Volvo Ocean Race Special Editions

Volvo has long sponsored sailboat racing, and to celebrate its participation has launched a new series of Volvo Ocean Race Special Editions.

Available in Europe on the V60 wagon, XC60 crossover and XC70 wagon/crossover, the Ocean Race specials come with interiors highlighted by Volvo Ocean Race logos on the seat-backs, door panels and floor mats. The special editions also debut two new color options (pictured above): Ocean Blue II and Electric Silver. Volvo expects to sell around 7,500 of these special editions in such markets as the UK, Germany and Italy.

LuxistVolvo Ocean Race Special Editions originally appeared on Luxist on Fri, 11 Mar 2011 08:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Latest Must-Have Luxury Item from LVMH: An $11 Million Yacht
Last summer my colleague Noah Joseph reported that LVMH planned to bring its recently-acquired Princess Yachts brand to the U.S. Now the luxury goods conglomerate, owner of blue-chip brands ranging from Louis Vuitton to Dom Pérignon, has unveiled its new M Class range of super-stylish superyachts that places Princess on a firm footing with the rest of the LVMH stable. First into production is the 105-ft. 32M (above), with a base price of about $11 million. LVMH brought in some of its other brands including Fendi, De Beers and Moet to help celebrate its debut at the London International Boat Show.

The UK-built 32M, a long range cruising yacht boasting a huge saloon among other amenities, is available with a choice of four or five cabins including a master suite with a split level bathroom, two or three double bedrooms and a twin room. Several lavish interior design schemes from the likes of fashion houses Fendi and Armani Casa are available. The finishing touches like carrara marble baths are worthy of any luxury hotel. Next up the company plans to launch a 132-ft. version in 2012 with luxe options like a matching set of Louis Vuitton luggage.

[via JamesList]

Gallery: Princess Yachts 32M from LVMH

LuxistThe Latest Must-Have Luxury Item from LVMH: An $11 Million Yacht originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 08 Mar 2011 08:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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World's Fastest Open Superyacht for $40 Million
The awesome $50 million Mangusta 165 superyacht that Sting was spotting playing around on the other day is currently the world's largest open yacht as well as one of the fastest. By 2013 however Italy's AB Yachts plans to produce one just as big that's not only less expensive but a hell of a lot faster. The AB166 (above), which has been listed for sale via global online luxury marketplace JamesList for about $40 million, will be capable of a neck-snapping 48 knots. The 166 gets its eye-popping power from not two but three engines - MTU M93L's delivering 4,600 hp each for a total of 13,800 hp, along with AB's signature water jet propulsion system. The spacious, ingeniously-arranged interior offers five luxurious en suite guest cabins with the owner's suite lording over all with two balconies and exclusive access to a private pool area at the front of the yacht. Five crew cabins make up the service accommodation. Check out the gallery for renderings.

Gallery: AB 166 Superyacht

LuxistWorld's Fastest Open Superyacht for $40 Million originally appeared on Luxist on Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Food writer/personality Mark Bittman is among the culinary draws announced for Crystal Cruises' 15th annual Wine & Food Experiences of Discovery series in 2011. The NY Times writer and frequent food reality show judge will be part of an October 1 cruise in the Mediterranean.

Six luxury cruises will host celebrated chefs, wine experts and mixologists that reflects each itinerary's geographical region. Other culinary cruisers include recent 2011 Bocuse d'Or winner Rasmus Kofoed who will take part in the June 13 North Cape Cruise along with 2003 Bocuse d'Or winner Charles Tjessem, Master of Wine Philip Goodband and U.S. Bartenders Guild President Dave Nepove.

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LuxistMark Bittman To Take Part In Crystal Cruises Voyage originally appeared on Luxist on Wed, 23 Feb 2011 02:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 02:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Sen. John Kerry's Sailing Yacht for Charter]]>http://www.luxist.com/2011/02/21/sen-john-kerrys-sailing-yacht-for-charter/http://www.luxist.com/2011/02/21/sen-john-kerrys-sailing-yacht-for-charter/http://www.luxist.com/2011/02/21/sen-john-kerrys-sailing-yacht-for-charter/#commentsFiled under:

Sen. John Kerry's Sailing Yacht for Charter
Earlier this month we reported that Sen. John Kerry had joined the superyacht set in St. Barth's aboard his 75-ft. sailboat Isabel (above). Now the classic yacht is available for charter with rates beginning at about $45,000 per week. The sleek $7 million craft built by Friendship in New Zealand last year features plenty of luxe touches including a wet bar and wine storage in the pilothouse. The Edwardian-style interior is finished in glossy varnished teak, and the yacht can accommodate four guests in two VIP main staterooms with en-suite baths. Tenders and toys include a 13.5-ft. Zodiac and on board there are all the bells and whistles a busy politico needs, from satellite communications to Wifi. In the past Kerry caught flack for dodging a big tax bill on the yacht by mooring her in Newport, R.I.

[via JustLuxe]

Gallery: John Kerry's Yacht 'Isabel'

LuxistSen. John Kerry's Sailing Yacht for Charter originally appeared on Luxist on Mon, 21 Feb 2011 08:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Cigarette 42X Ducati Edition

Ducati, AMG and Cigarette all attract a similar clientele, albeit with wildly different products. Ducati make motorbikes. AMG makes performance-oriented Mercedes. And Cigarette makes speedboats. But the obsession with speed is what binds them together.

Last year AMG teamed up with Cigarette and did the same with Ducati. This year it's Ducati and Cigarette's turn to have the fun, and this is what they came up with: the Cigarette 42X Ducati Edition. The 42-foot speedboat packs a pair of 1,100-horsepower Mercury Racing engines, and is being unveiled at the Miami International Boat Show.

Gallery: Cigarette Racing 42X Ducati Edition

LuxistCigarette Racing 42X Ducati Edition originally appeared on Luxist on Sun, 20 Feb 2011 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Love Love from julien berthier on Vimeo.
Artist Julien Berthier has created a yacht that attracts attention no matter where it goes. The French artist's "Love Love" sculpture is a work of art that is also a functioning boat, albeit one that appears to be sinking beneath the water. Berthier created the sculpture by cutting a boat in half and adding a motor and keel that allow it to stay above water and travel around. He created the sculpture in 2007 and since then has taken it on European waterways including the English Channel.

Luxist"Love Love": The Sinking Ship Sculpture That Stays Afloat originally appeared on Luxist on Sat, 19 Feb 2011 16:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sting Hangs Out on Billionaire's Superyacht in Sydney
Gracefully aging pop star Sting was just spotted having fun with bikini-clad babes aboard a superyacht belonging to a billionaire pal in Sydney, Australia. The yacht in question, Z Sydney, is a $50 million Overmarine Mangusta 165, the world's largest open yacht, owned by media mogul James Packer. In December, Packer entertained Anne Hathaway and Jake Gyllenhaal on the yacht, while his old friend Tom Cruise regularly enjoys a trip on the vessel during his annual trips Down Under. The sleek craft can hit a top speed of 33 knots with its twin MTU 16V 4000 M93 engines producing 4,556 hp.

The interior of the yacht, first shown at the Salon Nautique in Cannes, features five staterooms and is finished in a luxurious, elegant combination of neutral fabrics and dark woodwork. The 165's interior includes an expansive main salon with cocktail tables, a long bar, and a surfeit of seating. Two pop-up, back-to-back flat-screen televisions face the main salon and the adjacent dining room. The craft's aft deck covers a garage that contains tenders and toys and opens hydraulically at the push of a button. The bikini-clad babes are extra.

Gallery: Overmarine Mangusta 165

LuxistSting Hangs Out on Billionaire's Superyacht in Sydney originally appeared on Luxist on Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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stephen colbertStephen Colbert is full of intriguing moves lately. We mentioned recently that one of his infamous portraits is being sold at auction in March. Next he's trying his hand at being a yachtsman. Colbert will take part in the biennial OnDeck Charleston Bermuda Race on May 21. He will command a crew sailing a 65-foot racing yacht from Charleston, South Carolina to Bermuda and he's bringing his show along for the ride. The race organizers have appointed him the Honorary Captain of the Fleet. Colbert said in a statement: "The ocean has had a free ride too long. Well, it has to deal with me now. Brace yourself, Atlantic!"

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When we first saw images of Mauro Lecchi's design for a Lamborghini motoryacht, we were suitably impressed, but we didn't think it would ever grace the water. Turns out we were mistaken, because the first example has been commissioned and is currently under construction.

The design takes its cues from Lamborghini sportscars and translates them into a 50-foot express power yacht - and an impressive one at that - made out of lightweight carbon-Kevlar. Fenice Milano - the same outfit responsible for those guilded Fiats and Rolls-Royces - has been brought in to work the interior, so you know it will be as outlandish as the exterior is menacing. We've updated the image gallery below with additional renderings as well as pictures of the vessel under construction, so why not take a look for yourself.

Gallery: Lamborghini poweryacht concept by Mauro Lecchi

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When we wrote about all the delays, snafus and spiraling costs surrounding Roman Abramovich's gigayacht Eclipse, many people had a good chuckle over the hundreds of millions of dollars in overages the oligarch incurred in his quest for the world's largest yacht. Now it turns out he's having the last laugh, because the yacht's German builders Blohm + Voss got stuck with the bill. That's because six years ago they rather foolishly signed an ironclad contract to complete the project for €340 million (about $485 million) according to a new report, whereas the actual cost turned out to be closer to €570 million, or about $785 million - meaning B+V took a bath to the tune of $300 million, enough for a whole other megayacht. Now Blohm + Voss' competitors at Lürssen are indulging in a good dose of schadenfreude over the incident while building an even bigger yacht for an Arab sheik.

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