Lap of luxury: 10 mind-blowing boats only the richest people in the world can afford
BOATING is a pastime afforded to many but these 10 vessels are a privilege for few.
Ten unbelievable boats only the RICHEST can afford
TheRichest has compiled a video on YouTube of the most unbelievable yachts in the world
Many of us have spent time fantasising about how we’d spend our money if we won the lottery.
A house? A holiday? How about a luxury vessel?
TheRichest has compiled a video on YouTube of the most unbelievable yachts in the world, that only the richest can afford.
For a tiny taste of the aqua hobbies of the wealthiest one per cent, here’s a look at the 10 most mind-blowing boats on the planet.
Superyacht A
Owned by Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko, this 400ft monstrosity houses the ultimate in luxury.
Described by TheRichest as an “adult playground on water”, the giant boat has a disco and glass-bottomed pool.
It costs a staggering US$323m (£261m) and Superyacht A was moored in London’s River Thames as recently as September last year.
Luxury boats don't come better than these 10 unbelievable yachts
Epiphany
This boat is so far just a concept waiting for a super-rich owner to commission the work.
Designed by Brit Andrew Waugh, the 426ft super yacht comes with deck, jacuzzi, spa and cinema.
Chances of the yacht coming to life are 1,000 to one, and would come at a cost of US$600m (£485m).
Shaddai
Italian designer Gabriel Peruzzi has pushed the limits of yacht designs with this mammoth vessel.
It includes a master cabin perched at 125ft in the air, complete with infinity pool and bar.
The setting provides endless views from dizzying heights above the water.
Maltese Falcon
Part luxury yacht, part racing boat, the Maltese Falcon was inspired by 19th century clipper boats.
Three masts can be operated by just one person, but there’s room on board for 12 guests in six guest cabins.
The boat has its own collection of jet skis, wave runners and sea bobs.
It can be rented for the tidy fee of US$400,000 (£323,000) per week.
Luxury boats: Superyacht A is owned by a Russian billionaire and was recently moored in London
The Streets of Monaco
Another concept that’s hoping to come to fruition has a US$1.1b (£888m) price tag.
There are iconic replicas of the sights of Monaco built in on board, as well as a staggering atrium in the ship’s centre.
Azzam
This super yacht made history in 2013 by becoming the largest yacht ever built.
It’s owned by the President of the UAE and runs a length of 590ft.
Azzam has its own military defence system and fully armoured master suite.
Jazz
Fluid dynamics and underwater ecosystems inspired the design of Jazz.
Haha Hadid designed the prototype for five concepts in this stunning fleet.
Luxury boat: The Streets of Monaco is a super yacht inspired by Monaco's iconic sights
Skyback
Closer to a cruise ship in design than a yacht, the Skyback is 262ft long.
It has six decks and five guest suites, with 25 staff on board.
There’s a spa, gym, private cinema, retractable mezzanine and large conferable dance floor for entertainment.
Tropical Island Paradise
Designed to replicate your own private island, this super yacht comes with a volcano and cascading waterfall.
Five guest suite tiki huts surround the pool and there are mini ‘islands’ off the back of the boat with their own cabanas.
History Supreme
This relatively compact vessel packs a punch in the details.
There are 220,000lbs of precious metals and stones, with gold layered features throughout.
It holds the title for the world’s most expensive yacht, at a cost of US$4.5m (£3.6m).