March 26th, 2008
Larry Ellison (the founder of Oracle) has a “yacht” so big that he has to dock it where they dock the big ocean liners.
He can no longer cruise into the Harbor at Cannes or Monte Carlo - he’s off in the area where the freighters and tankers are.
To cope with this issue, the people who own these huge yachts, often have a separate yacht they use to get into smaller harbors. They also have helipads as well as other vehicles to use when they are on shore.
March 21st, 2008
Monaco-based Wally Yachts has designed the ultimate in luxury yachts; the WallyIsland a 99 meter (325 feet) “gigayacht”. This super cool waterbaby can be fitted with pools, tennis courts, mini soccer fields, or the gardens and have space to house 40 crew members and 24 guests. A helipad and two 45-foot speedboats are deployed at the back.
March 9th, 2008
A leading builder and of luxury yachts in aluminium and steel since 1963, CRN shipyard also produces yachts in composite materials.One of its two lines of semi-custom vessels in composite materials is the Ferretti Group’s Emerald Star.
No deviant from distinction, the Emerald Star bears the characteristic bow of CRN yachts and signature sumptuous details of the Ferretti Group that has become synonymous with exclusiveness and prestige.
At 43 metres in length with a three-deck structure, this yacht is an impressive hub of entertainment slicing through the emerald waves.dffd
With four VIP rooms and an owner’s suite that even has its own terrace, there is room for up to 10 guests to enjoy the spacious sundeck equipped with a Jacuzzi and bar area; a fitness room that looks out on the ocean; and barbecue pit and lounge areas near the stern.
Via goldarths / crn-yacht
March 4th, 2008
The rich and famous of Mumbai have discovered a new hobby, and the success of the second International Boat Show goes to show that this port city’s marina front will soon be undergoing a transformation.
The three-day event was held in a closed hall as well as the marina front where many international players showed off their exclusive range. Important names in the Exhibitor list included Ferretti, Gulfcraft, Azimut, Princess Yachts and Bayliner. Brokers, charters, marina planners, water inflatable and kayaks were all there.
March 1st, 2008
Built with disabled individuals in mind but offering far more than expected, the Stability 60 is a yacht combined with a catamaran and SWATH technology delivering a stable ride in all depth of waters and all weather conditions. Employing multiple push-button options for raising and lowering the anchor as well as the entire yacht it is accessible and easily enjoyed. There is a long list of exciting additions to the boat that couldn’t possibly all be mentioned here but its safe to say this boat is party ready, fishing friendly, easy to maintain and incredibly changeable to suit the conditions or your wishes for $700,000.
February 18th, 2008
At the Dubai boat show, March 11-15, Edmiston will be showing the Sheleila for sale. The yacht was built by Guy Couach and has a high quality military hull.
The interior was designed by Frank Relynaud and Elsa Van Loo and has a sleek and contemporary interior.The 120-foot yacht has four guest cabins and accommodations for seven crew members. The yacht has the central Audio Svideo matrix with control LCD panel.
There are AMX touch panels and Plasma Screens in all Cabins. There is also a Home Cinema Theatre with 50” Plasma Screen and THX surround sound. The yacht comes with a Zodiac Fortura S Mk11 4.2m with Control console and bench seating for 5 fitted with 40hp Yamaha outboard motor.
The yacht is listed at $8.5 million.
