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The world's most expensive superyachts for charter

Looking to splash some cash? We round up the world’s most expensive superyachts for charter on the market right now, for those seeking a truly memorable vacation on board a supersized luxury yacht. From fun-filled family charters packed with the latest toys to DJ booths and state-of-the-art sound systems for those looking to throw the ultimate party at sea, these multi-million-dollar charters have it all...

Lady Jorgia

Stats : 115.1 metres, Lürssen, 2022, 16 guests, 36 crew

Lady Jorgia (ex. Ahpo ) made waves when she left the shipyard at Lürssen with her striking duo-tone exterior and half-moon windows. The 115.1-metre superyacht hit the headlines earlier this year when she was sold in what was believed to be the biggest brokerage deal in history. 

If her commercial helipad and world-class gym aren't enough to tempt you on board, perhaps the yacht's two-storey owner's suite or eight-metre swimming pool might. Wellness is at the heart of a charter on board Ahpo   seen in her nature-themed spa, complete with a massage room, Himalayan salt sauna and a Turkish-style hammam finished in vibrant mosaics and ivory onyx. 

Nature is another theme that continues throughout the vessel, seen in the choice of artwork, the central staircase (which depicts an olive tree) and the grand dining room, which is themed around water lilies. She also has a full-time crew of 36, on hand to ensure that every whim is catered to.

Ahpo is managed for charter by Edmiston . 

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Stats : 126.2 metres, Lürssen, 2003, 12 guests, 45 crew

Bang for your buck : Octopus is available to charter for the first time since her delivery to the late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen in 2003. At 126 metres, Octopus is one of the largest superyachts in the world , so has plenty of space on board for amenities. She’s also well equipped for exploration, with two helipads and a hangar, storage for up to seven tenders, an ROV, Triton submarines and a fully-equipped dive centre . Across her eight decks, Octopus also boasts a glass-bottomed underwater observation lounge, a cinema, a heated freshwater swimming pool and multiple Jacuzzis, bars and al fresco entertaining areas.

Octopus is managed for charter by Camper & Nicholsons .

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Stats: 108 metres, Benetti, 2019, 12 guests, 30 crew

Bang for your buck : At 108 metres, Ije is Benetti ’s astounding flagship with exterior design by British design studio, RWD . But it's not just her elegant exterior that places her among the most expensive yacht for charter, as she features an incredible list of amenities including a gym, cinema, spa and nightclub with a DJ set up. Her interiors are bright thanks to her large windows and natural colour palette. With more than 1,000 square metres of outdoor deck space, Ije is an entertainer at heart, not to mention her large collection of water toys and swimming pools on board.

Ije is available to charter with Royal Yacht International.

Stats: 95.3 metres, Lürssen, 2019, 12 guests, 30 crew

Bang for your buck: One of the biggest launches of 2019, Madsummer is available for charter and she doesn't come at a small price. Featuring a 12-metre swimming pool and dedicated spa, there's plenty of opportunities to unwind on board. Primary charter guests can kick back in the colourful bridge deck master suite with a private aft terrace, while a foredeck helipad allows the charter party to arrive in style. There’s even a self-playing Steinway piano on board.

Madsummer is managed for charter by Moran Yacht & Ship .

Stats : 93 metres, Feadship, 2019, 12 guests, 31 crew

Bang for your buck : With a striking and well-balanced profile designed by the renowned Michael Leach, this 93-metre Feadship has long since dazzled the industry – earning her a deserved place as one of the most expensive superyachts for charter. A winner of the World Superyacht Awards 2020 , Lady S boasts a vast amount of space on board and a list of amenities that can keep you entertained at all times. 

Standout features on board Lady S include a two-deck IMAX theatre, fully certified helipad and swimming pool. The yacht is also equipped with a number of sports facilities for golf, basketball, volleyball and football. Meanwhile, her Reymond Langton interior has been likened to a "beautiful and contemporary jewellery box".

Lady S is managed for charter by Edmiston.

Stats: 90m, Oceanco , 2018, 12 guests, 31 crew

Bang for your buck : Since she was delivered in 2018, the world has looked on in awe at her extraordinary glass atrium – constructed of seamless black glass that encloses the superstructure. In fact, Dar has around 390 square metres of glass in the superstructure alone, not counting doors and hull windows. Once inside, the result is said to be like floating in mid-air, with no boundaries or distortion and complete privacy, so there is a reason that she’s up there with the very finest superyachts to charter.

Designed by Luiz De Basto, Dar’ s exteriors are inspired by that of a hammerhead shark, with a well-balanced flowing profile, shapely wing stations, representing its wide-set eyes, and dorsal fin-style mast. She remains one of the most recognisable vessels in the fleet today, turning heads wherever she goes.

Dar is available for charter with Edmiston .

Man of Steel

Stats: 86 metres, Oceanco, 2010, 12 guests, 28 crew

Bang for your buck : Iconic Oceanco superyacht Man of Steel has only recently been offered for charter, so big spenders who book will be among the first guests to enjoy her since her delivery in 2010. Guests can arrive in style thanks to the helipad, and then spend their days on deck soaking up the sunshine in her two pools surrounded by sun loungers and al fresco dining spaces. Below deck, she boasts a state-of-the-art private cinema with tiered seating, a spa centre with a gym and resident therapist and an owner’s suite overlooking its own private Jacuzzi deck. A well-stocked toybox provides the likes of e-foils, dive gear, a Hoverboard and a jet board.

Man of Steel is managed by Ocean Independence . Not available for sale or charter to US residents while in US waters.

Stats: 95.2 metres, Lürssen , 2014, 12 guests and 28 crew.

Bang for your buck: Kismet has high-end entertaining in her DNA. The expansive yacht  was built by Shahid Khan , owner of Fulham Football Club and the Jacksonville Jaguars. She stands out with a glamorous interior by Reymond Langton , but it’s her calming outdoor spaces that set her apart – snuggle into a bamboo swing on the side deck or cuddle by the on-deck fire pit.

Kismet is managed for charter by  Moran Yacht & Ship .

Tranquility

Stats:  91.5 metres, Oceanco, 2014, 22 guests, 31 crew

Bang for your buck: After a 2023 refit, Tranquility has returned to the charter fleet once more with several cosmetic upgrades. offering the best of both worlds, pairing ice-class explorer capabilities with a luxurious, oriental-inspired Winch interior finished with a showstopping Perspex piano. Able to accommodate up to 22 guests waited on by 31 crew members, she is the ultimate party yacht for those wanting to splash some cash on a special occasion. 

Features spread across her 91.5 metres include a 23-square-metre swimming pool and a top-deck hot tub, two touch-and-go helipads for seamless arrivals and departures plus an extensive 121-square-metre wellness area complete with a gym for on-the-water workouts as well as a sauna, Hammam, spa treatment room and experiential showers for unwinding after days spent underwater using the onboard scuba set-up.

Tranquility is managed by Camper & Nicholsons .

Stats: 88.5 metres, Oceanco, 2015, 12 guests and 28 crew

Bang for your buck: Cloud 9 has managed to stay under the radar, used only privately until she changed hands in 2022. Now, her circular swimming pool, onboard gym and palatial owner's suite are offered for charter. The guest journey begins with a short ride on her custom Hodgson limousine tender before ascending the grand aft staircase onto the main deck. A highly favoured spot on board is a large circular pool with a sit-up bar and sofas that hug the curve of the aft deck. For primary guests on board, a vast owner's deck is equipped with its own private outdoor Jacuzzi.

Cloud Nine is available to charter with Burgess .

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The Top 100 Largest & Most Significant Luxury Yacht Charter Superyachts in the World by length, price, size, importance and newness:

There have been many articles written over the years about the 100 biggest superyachts in the world, by a host of authors. I think the first one was written by Power & Motor Yacht years ago. The list changes a little every year. The very large luxury yacht builders such as Lurssen or OceAnco launch another big boat, now and again (the biggest are mostly German or Dutch). For instance, the yachting community was abuzz with the launch of yacht ECLIPSE late last year. That yacht went straight to the top to displace DUBAI at the top (though by how much is not as yet clear). It should be noted that the ‘largest superyachts in the world list’ is intrinsically subjective to an extent. An author can choose tonnage, displacement or LOA (most common) as a measure of a yacht’s size. Then there is also some secrecy as to the actual size of some of the mega yachts.

Anyway, here I’m writing about the biggest charter yachts in the world because it hasn’t been done definitively yet. I think there will be some interest. Keep in mind these are boats that can actually be rented for a holiday in various worldwide locations. They represent the pinnacle of useable or available luxury in the world – I would argue more so than any other coveted luxury holiday in a resort or villa, or anything else for that matter. The benefits a yacht charter vacation offer, over and above other holidays, is well established. I don’t need to get into that here.

Needless to say, these boats are currently chartered by some of the worlds most wealthy, influential and famous people. They are definitely important people, just like the yacht’s owners. The superyachts below have been visited and enjoyed by presidents, prime ministers, movie stars, rock stars, leading entrepreneurs – the movers and shakers of the world. Obviously the people who charter the top 100 luxury yachts cannot be named but rest assured that many of them are stars in their own right, just like the yacht owners.

As with the ‘biggest yachts in the world list’, the ‘largest charter yachts list’ can vary depending on criteria. Accordingly, I’ve decided to use two different concepts for the list.  The first is simply the largest boats by LOA, or length over all. This is a traditional (if not scientifically imprecise) measure of ship size.

The second ingredient will also factor in the other considerations like displacement, or to put it another way the yachts bulk, along with the approximate charter rate or cost to rent the yacht and crew for a week. It will also factor in the newness and buzz factor created by the yacht in question. This second consideration could be termed ‘The Most Expensive Significant & Important Luxury Yacht Charters in the World’.

The price to charter the boats is the high rate before expenses like fuel, berthage and supplies are included (adding another 25 - 35 % depending and the preferences of the charter guests). Price can be subject to change and there are different prices for different seasons, so this is only historically approximate for the purpose of the list.

To recap: because all four measurements, a yacht’s length, size, price and newness are important they are all amalgamated in to create the list of the most important or most significant 100 luxury charter yachts in the world.

And lastly, (I couldn’t resist) I have created the ‘Top 100 luxury superyachts in the world in 2010’ list. This is all yachts, not just charter yachts.

Some further relevant reading you may like to visit can be found here:

- The superyacht database ordered by length , Country built , builder , & Designer . -  Biggest 100 Superyachts List by LOA, drawn up by yachting enthusiasts on Wikipedia.

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The world’s most expensive yachts for charter

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Posted by Joanna Lewis 16 Aug 2023

The luxury yacht charter market was valued at US$18.9 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach $26.5 billion by 2027. And it’s no surprise that this market is booming. According to the latest Wealth-X Ultra-Wealth Report , there are 295,450 UHNWIs globally, and their wealth is growing, with 69% of these wealthy individuals expecting their wealth to increase this year.

The boom in luxury yacht charters can also be attributed to the changing lifestyle habits of the world’s ultra-rich. These wealthy individuals are increasingly seeking exclusive and private experiences tailored to meet their precise needs. A luxury yacht charter offers a self-sufficient sanctuary, enabling UHNWIs to tailor every element of their getaway while enjoying ultra-lux amenities and world-class service that rivals the world’s most exclusive resorts – all with the utmost discretion.

Catering to this booming market and the demands of UHNWIs is a growing fleet of ultra-luxurious superyacht charter vessels, with the world’s most exclusive commanding charter fees of over 1 million Euros per week.

It’s no surprise that yachts built by the world’s most esteemed European shipbuilders, including Lurssen, Feadship, and Oceanco, dominate the list.

Relevance Yacht has been marketing the world’s most expensive mega yachts for over a decade to an international clientele of UHNWIs.

Here we look at some of the world’s most expensive yachts for charter that are re-shaping the industry in terms of technology, design, and out-of-this-world amenities. 

What are the world’s most expensive yachts for charter? 

• LADY JORGIA – from 2.6 million Euros per week 
• OCTOPUS  – from 2.2 million Euros per week 
• DREAM  – from 2 million Euros per week 
• FAITH  – from 1.6 million Euros per week 
• MADSUMMER  – from 1.6 million Euros per week 
• LADY S – from 1.6 million Euros per week 
• TRANQUILITY – from 1.6 million Euros per week
• KISMET – 1.2 million Euros per week
• MAN  OF STEEL – from 1.2 million Euros per week
• BLACK PEARL – 1.2 million Euros per week
• DAR – 1.2 million Euros per week
• PHOENIX 2 – from 1.15 million Euros per week
• SUNRAYS – from 1.15 million Euros per week
• EXCELLENCE – from 1.1 million Euros per week
• MOONLIGHT II – from 1 million Euros per week
• O’PARI – from 1 million Euros per week

1 – LADY JORGIA (EX AHPO) yacht for charter – from 2.6 million Euros per week

The 115-metre LADY JORGIA is considered the world’s most exclusive charter yacht, priced at a cool 2.6 million Euros per week. Built by Lurssen and originally called AHPO, she was recently sold by Moran Yacht & Ship (a Relevance Yacht client) in what is believed to be the largest yacht brokerage deal.

This ultra-luxurious yacht is now listed for charter with Edminston and is available for summer yacht charters in the Mediterranean. This striking yacht is best known for her two-tone colour scheme and half-moon windows, her extravagant onboard amenities, and her exquisite Nuvolari Lenard design. 

Guests can enjoy one of the world’s largest yacht spas, boasting both wet and dry areas, a two-storey owner’s apartment, a cinema room equipped with the latest sound and audio technology, a winter garden, an eight-metre swimming pool and Jacuzzi surrounded by sun pads, a vast gym filled with the latest fitness equipment, an over-sized garage brimming with the latest tenders and water toys, and a helipad.

2 – OCTOPUS yacht for charter – from 2.2 million Euros per week

M/Y OCTOPUS is a legendary 126-metre Lurssen mega yacht and is the vessel of choice for UHNWIs seeking daring off-the-beaten-track adventure. This iconic yacht was formerly owned by Microsoft’s co-founder, Paul Allen, and has been built to the most exacting standards, with her exterior by Espen Oeinno and interior by Jonathan Quinn. Her ice-class hull enables her to cruise to some of the world’s most remote regions, while her state-of-the-art facilities mean she has been a hub for oceanographic explorers seeking lost maritime artefacts and shipwrecks. Just some of the A-list guests she has reportedly welcomed include three-time Olympic gold medalist Shaun White and Formula 1’s Lewis Hamilton. 

Onboard guests can revel in an unsurpassed level of luxury. Her many amenities include a vast swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, a wellness area, a cinema, a library, an observation lounge, a fully equipped dive centre and hyperbaric chamber, and a glass-bottomed aquarium. As one of the world’s most advanced expedition vessels, she also boasts a huge toy list, including seven tenders housed in their own marina, while her two helipads ensure accessing OCTOPUS is effortless.

3 – DREAM yacht for charter – from 2 million Euros per week 

Superyacht DREAM is not only one of the world’s most expensive yachts for charter but also the world’s largest superyacht conversion. DREAM was built by Olympic Yacht Services and began life as a passenger ship in 1997. She underwent a decade-long conversion to transform her into a private mega yacht, and today she is considered one of the most iconic superyacht charters, offering every conceivable luxury across six incredible decks.

Her many amenities include a beach club, a stunning mosaic swimming pool, a movie theatre, a fully equipped dive centre, a business centre, a Jacuzzi, a gym, a helipad, and a seemingly endless roster of tenders, water toys, and sports equipment. She boasts incredible volume, with vast salons, exterior deck spaces, and a huge full-beam master stateroom that spans almost 3,000-square-feet.

4 – FAITH yacht for charter – from 1.6 million Euros per week

Superyacht FAITH is a stunning award-winning Feadship 96.9-metre yacht for charter that delivers unmatched quality and a talented, handpicked crew. Described as a ‘floating playground’, she has been designed with active charterers in mind, offering a full suite of amenities, including a large glass-bottomed swimming pool with waterfall, an oversized beach club that opens seamlessly onto the water, a games deck, a cinema, a fully equipped indoor gym,a wellness centre with a large hammam, and a snow room.

Not only is FAITH an award-winning yacht, but so are her two 10-metre custom Feadship tenders, which make up a flotilla of thrilling water toys, including jet-skis, flyboards, jet surfs, inflatables, and fishing gear. 

For gourmands, she offers multiple dining options, including a charcoal BBQ, a wood-fired pizza oven, and three talented private chefs.

5 – MADSUMMER yacht for charter – from 1.6 million Euros per week

MADSUMMER is an internationally acclaimed 95.25-metre Lurssen-built superyacht and one of the world’s most expensive charter yachts, listed with yacht brokerage Moran. She was built in 2019 with private yacht charters in mind and therefore offers an interior layout and amenities perfectly suited to luxury getaways on the water.

Her features include a helipad, a large 12-metre swimming pool with a hot tub, a private cinema room, a luxurious spa, a fully equipped gym, and multiple salons for relaxing, entertaining, and dining. She’s welcomed a roster of VIPs and celebrities, including David and Victoria Beckham, who reportedly enjoyed a summer getaway along the French Riviera. 

6 – LADY S yacht for charter – from 1.6 million Euros per week

Known for her stunning supermodel looks and top-class amenities, LADY S is one of the world’s finest superyachts for charter. Built by Feadship, this 93-metre charter yacht boasts some of the best charter yacht facilities, including the world’s first private IMAX Dolby cinema, which includes a huge screen, 17 speakers, and seven subwoofers. The voluminous proportions make her ideal for a multi-generational getaway or a holiday on the water with a group of friends.

Her interiors boast a ‘contemporary jewellery box’ feel with inviting areas for dining and entertaining. Guests can enjoy her interactive dance floor and wall, her beach club with hammam and ice plunge pool, sports court with golf tee and simulator, swimming pool with swim-up bar area, spa treatment rooms, a fully equipped gym, and the largest hidden outdoor 201″C SEED TV in the world. Her garage comes fully loaded with a superb selection of water toys and tenders, while her helipad ensures easy and discreet access.

7 – TRANQUILITY yacht for charter – from 1.6 million Euros per week

The 91.5-metre Oceanco mega yacht TRANQUILITY is new to the charter market, offering an exciting opportunity for charterers seeking to cruise aboard one of the world’s most expensive charter vessels. A World Superyacht Award holder, TRANQUILITY is built to ice-class standards and is Passenger Yacht Code compliant, enabling her to accommodate up to 26 guests.

One of the most talked-about expedition yachts to join the global superyacht charter fleet, TRANQUILITY will tap into the increasing appetite amongst UHNWIs to explore the world’s most remote regions, available for charter from December 2023 to February 2024 for expeditions to the frozen beauty of Antarctica.

Onboard, guests can retreat from the cold to Winch Design Eastern-inspired interiors, topped off with a selection of exotic materials. Guests can enjoy a myriad of amenities, including a spectacular wellness area, massive cinema-style television, a fully equipped gym, a basketball court, DJ mixing decks, a Jacuzzi, a plunge pool, two touch-and-go helipads – one with refuelling facilities – and a fantastic selection of water toys, including a complete scuba diving setup with a dedicated dive boat and qualified onboard dive master.

8 – KISMET yacht for charter – from 1.2 million Euros per week

The striking luxury 95.2-metre yacht KISMET boasts all the hallmarks of the famed shipbuilder Lurssen; a fusion of timeless beauty and new-world extravagance. Designed to offer amenities and services that rival the world’s most exclusive resorts, KISMET offers a completely unique and unforgettable experience and, as such, attracts celebrities and billionaires, including Beyonce and Jay-Z. She boasts award-winning interior and exterior design, with opulent interiors and striking naval architecture.

Her amenities include a dazzling 12-metre mosaic pool and Jacuzzi, a world-class gym and spa facilities, a private master deck with Jacuzzi, two helipads that do double duty as an expansive lounge area and sports court, an intimate cinema room, and a spacious double-height main salon.

Considered one of the world’s most expensive charter yachts, she is available for charter with yacht brokerage Moran in the Mediterranean and Caribbean.

9 – MAN OF STEEL yacht for charter – from 1.2 million Euros per week 

The 86-metre mega yacht MAN OF STEEL is an icon of the yachting world and one of the world’s most expensive charter superyachts. Built by Oceanco in 2010 and refitted in 2022, MAN OF STEEL delivers unsurpassed experiences for UHNWIs seeking exclusive getaways on the water. 

Her striking blue hull and sleek profile make her one of the most recognisable charter superyachts. MAN OF STEEL’s many amenities includes a wellness centre equipped with a gym, sauna, steam room, and massage room, two swimming pools, an expansive beach club, a private Jacuzzi deck, a cinema room with a state-of-the-art audiovisual system and tiered seating, and a helipad. With multiple interior and exterior spaces for relaxation, dining, and entertaining, she ensures unmatched experiences for a charter vacation of a lifetime.   

10 – BLACK PEARL yacht for charter – from 1.2 million Euros per week

Oceanco’s 106.7-metre BLACK PEARL is considered one of the world’s most iconic sailing vessels, with her head-turning three DynaRig masts that enable her to reach top sailing speeds of 30kn. She is the largest sailing yacht in the world, offering a thrilling yacht charter experience for sailing enthusiasts. As a World Superyacht Award winner for the world’s eco-friendliest yacht award, she will also appeal to UHNWIs wishing to holiday sustainably.

Her clever design means that her interiors rival those of a similar-sized motor yacht. Onboard guests can enjoy her many amenities, including a four-metre swimming pool on the main deck with flow jets, a beach club and large nightclub area, a large exterior cinema, a treatment room, a hot tub, and a wide selection of water toys.

11 – DAR yacht for charter – from 1.2 million Euros per week

The 90-metre Oceanco superyacht DAR is a unique yacht and one of the world’s largest charter yachts. She was built in 2018 and is sought-after for her elevated levels of privacy courtesy of her specially designed floor-to-ceiling glazing that ensures guests can enjoy their time on the water away from prying eyes. Dar’s designer, Luiz de Basto, stated that “the concept of the design is a completely connected interior and exterior,” an immersive effect that blurs the boundaries between inside and outside. “Glass was the main inspiration as a way to improve contact with nature,” de Basto said.

DAR has been built to impress. Beyond the 390 square metres of glass in the superstructure, there’s a superb selection of onboard amenities. On board, guests can avail themselves of a Jacuzzi, a softly curved swimming pool, a fitness centre, a spa with sauna, hammam, and treatment room, a beach club, a sky lounge with sit-up bar, a cinema, and two custom tenders and water toys.

Her beautiful interior design by Nuvolari & Lenard is designed to calm and soothe, courtesy of DAR’s cream and soft grey palette.

12 – PHOENIX 2 yacht for charter – from 1.15 million Euros per week

PHOENIX 2’s extravagant Andrew Winch Art Deco interiors offer the height of opulence with world-class amenities to match.

Built by Lurssen in 2010, the 90-metre superyacht boasts a range of standout features, including a plush indoor and outdoor cinema room, three pools, a wellness centre with a massage room, hammam, beauty salon, and fully equipped gym, and an incredible inside/outside dining area with sliding glass screens.

Guaranteeing fun on the water, PHOENIX 2 comes fully loaded with a selection of tenders and water toys.

 13 – SUNRAYS yacht for charter – from 1.15 million Euros per week

This superb Oceanco 85.5-metre mega yacht for charter has been styled by the renowned designer Terence Disdale, ensuring luxurious spaces coupled with a world-class selection of amenities. Built in 2010, she underwent a full refit in 2018 and is now a highly sought-after charter vessel, offering superb onboard features, including a swimming pool, three Jacuzzis, an approved RYA water sports centre, a lavish spa, a billiards room, a music deck DJ and speaker system, a video conference room, and a lounge that converts into a home cinema.

However, it’s SUNRAY’s superb outdoor living spaces that really elevate this superyacht, including a magnificent sundeck with a semi-enclosed air-conditioned bar and alfresco dining for 22.  

14 – EXCELLENCE yacht for charter – from 1.1 million Euros per week

The award-winning 80-metre Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht is not only one of the world’s most expensive yachts for charter but also one of the most distinctive, known for her extensive use of glass and heavily reversed bow. Indeed, EXCELLENCE is considered the most striking and technically challenging yacht to ever leave the Abeking & Rasmussen shipyard. 

Amongst her most notable features are her triple-height glass atrium, which is flooded with natural light, and her sophisticated interiors filled with a variety of woods, fine Italian leathers, and light-coloured soft furnishings and upholstery.

Her many amenities include a tiered cinema, gym, wellness spa, beach club with sea terrace, a large pool with swim-up bar, two Jacuzzis, two limo tenders, and a superb selection of water toys.

15 – MOONLIGHT II yacht for charter – from 1 million Euros per week

Superyacht MOONLIGHT II was built by Neorion Syros Shipyards and is considered one of the world’s largest and most impressive superyachts for charter, with a length of 91.4-metres and the ability to accommodate 36 guests across 18 cabins.

Her features are seemingly endless, including a 3D cinema, Jacuzzi, beach club, spa with massage, steam room, and sauna, a medical facility, a fully equipped gym, and an approved RYA training centre for guests’ use of personal watercraft.

There’s plenty of deck space too, including ones designed for full sun or those seeking shade. The Greek-themed interiors are designed to maximise space, with voluminous salons for relaxation, dining, and entertaining.   

16 – O’PARI yacht for charter – from 1 million Euros per week

The 95-metre superyacht O’PARI ensures an ultra-luxurious yacht charter holiday. As one of the world’s largest and most prestigious mega yachts for charter, she is a sought-after vessel among UHNWIs. Built by Golden Yachts in 2020, O’PARI is the Greek shipbuilder’s new flagship yacht, boasting an elegant and sleek aerodynamic look coupled with soft hull lines. She has been built specifically for the charter market, offering refined onboard amenities and flowing guest spaces guaranteed to wow.

Her many amenities include an outdoor cinema, a swimming pool surrounded by sun pads, a beach club, a four-metre-long swim platform with a louvre-style swim ladder leading directly into the ocean, a touch-and-go helipad, a Jacuzzi, and a full-service spa with a massage room and steam room. Her voluminous interiors are light and airy, with high deckheads and a neutral colour palette complemented by curved wood panelling and recessed mood lighting.

17 – SOLANDGE yacht for charter – from 1 million Euros per week 

Lurssen-built superyacht SOLANDGE is an 85-metre superyacht that is renowned for offering guests a superb onboard experience. Her gorgeous interiors are the result of a collaboration between Rodriguez Interiors and Dolker & Voges and include the use of more than 50 different marble and granite surfaces and over 30 alternative woods. A highlight of her interior design is a striking back-lit amethyst wall in her vast elegant main salon, along with gold leaf ceilings and chandeliers dripping with amethyst rose quartz crystals.

Beyond her striking design details and opulent interiors, SOLANDGE boasts a superb offering of refined amenities, including state-of-the-art audio-visual and communication systems, a hot tub, a swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, a spa treatment room, a sauna, a cinema with oversized seating, and multiple deck spaces for sunbathing, dining, and entertaining. 

18 – CLOUD 9 yacht for charter – from 1 million Euros per week 

Built in 2015 by the award-winning shipbuilder, Oceanco, the 88.5-metre superyacht CLOUD 9 offers space for every occasion. As one of the world’s most expensive charter yachts, she boasts luxury in abundance, combined with a roster of world-class onboard amenities to suit the world’s most demanding guests. 

Fresh from a recent refit, her many amenities include a 17.4-metre deck pool, two Jacuzzis, a fully equipped gym, a massage room and beauty salon, and a glass elevator providing enhanced accessibility to all decks. A custom Hodgdon yacht limo tender ensures getting ashore is easy when it comes time to explore, while her range of water toys offers something to suit everyone, from youngsters to those young at heart. 

19 – TATOOSH yacht for charter – from 950,000 Euros per week 

The 92.4-metre motor yacht TATOOSH is one of the world’s most iconic charter yachts, known for her classically elegant silhouette and timeless appeal. Built by Nobiskrug in 2000, and fully refitted in 2023, she is the ultimate superyacht for a dream charter vacation. 

Amongst her many features is a spectacular Owner’s apartment spanning two decks, an exceptional 11 stateroom layout, a heated contra-flow swimming pool, a large beach club, a cinema room, a fully equipped gym, and an elevator covering all decks. Her onboard helicopter ensures exploring remote destinations and accessing the shore is effortless, while her exceptional selection of water toys guarantees fun on the water. 

20 – BOLD yacht for charter – from 875,000 Euros per week 

Built by Silveryachts in 2019, BOLD is a striking expedition vessel that sets new standards in luxury. At 85.3-metres, she is the largest and most technologically advanced vessel built by the Australian shipyard to date and one of the most expensive charter vessels in the world. Her bold exterior is designed to instil confidence for serious remote exploration, with an overbuilt forward deck and aft cranes. 

Notable features include a large outdoor cinema projector with an integrated screen, helicopter certified aft deck with flush lighting for night operations, a helicopter hangar that doubles as a nightclub with a floor-to-ceiling light wall, a large winter garden with retractable glass roof, a fully equipped gym, an 8-person Jacuzzi, and a tender garage filled with the latest water toys, including a choice of three tenders. She is available for charter with yacht brokerage Moravia , part of the Hill Robinson Group, a Relevance Yacht client. 

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The World’s Most Expensive Yachts for Charter

This year has seen two of the most expensive superyachts in the world join the charter market.

By Owen Fay

The past few years have seen two of the most expensive yachts in the world join the charter market. Lana,   O’Pari and Octopus are now available for hire priced at $2.1m and $1.1m and $2.2m per week, respectively. Freshly launched, these stunning ships add to an already impressive array of superyachts on the charter market right now.

When they were first released, these ships entered an industry that is facing unprecedented challenges, with the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic still reverberating. However, as cases began to drop and travel back on the menu, chartered superyachts became the most favorable vacation option to those who could afford it, with privacy and the opportunity for splendid isolation away from crowded airports and resorts both big draws.

Here, we look at the esteemed company that Lana and O’Pari will be joining with some of the most expensive superyachts to charter.

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Rate: From $3,517,000 per week Location: Mediterranean (year-round) Built: 2019 Length: 446.2 ft Guests: 25 in 11 cabins (up to 36)

Built by Lürssen and delivered in 2019, Flying Fox (pictured above) is the most significant addition to the charter market in recent times. The weekly charter fee puts her at the most expensive yacht in the world. This means she is in reach of just a select few, with Beyoncé and Jay-Z choosing her for their summer vacation in 2021.

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We have covered Flying Fox in greater detail, but in short, this is a one-of-a-kind vessel that offers a truly unique experience. At a hulking 446 ft, space is no issue with the yacht home to two helipads, a two-story spa, a 40-ft swimming pool, which is unique for a yacht of this size, and a full gym and beauty center, among other similarly impressive features.

It is worth drawing special attention towards the vessel’s cryotherapy chamber, as it was the first to ever be installed on a private yacht and can reach -166 Fahrenheit. With 54 expert staff on board, including some former Olympians, Flying Fox is well-equipped to look after up to 36 guests, either in the West Mediterranean in the summer months, or the East Mediterranean for the rest of the year. Whichever option is chosen, this superyacht is the peak luxury experience.

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Rate: From $2,200,000 per week Location:  Central America, Europe and Pacific (summer), Central America, South America and Caribbean (winter) Built: 2003 (refurb 2021) Length: 414.1 ft Guests: 12 in 13 cabins

Arguably one of Lurssen’s most iconic yacht builds, despite being first delivered in 2003 Octopus  has only recently come to the charter following a sale. The 414.1-ft ice-class vessel isn’t short on exciting features to shout about, with two helipads, seven tenders, a swimming pool, library and even a glass-bottomed aquarium. Accommodations are suitably luxurious with a lavish master suite and two VIP apartments, as well as seven doubles and three twin rooms.

Octopus  has seen plenty of sights in her lifetime with her first owner, the late Paul Allen, frequently loaning her out for exploration projects and research missions. While her new owner remains undisclosed, it has been noted that they are keen for her to continue being used for meaningful expeditions – as well as the odd cruise around paradise, of course.

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Rate: From $2,110,500 per week Location: Middle East and The Red Sea Built: 2020 Length: 351.05 ft Guests: 12 in 8 cabins

When she was first delivered in 2020, Lana took the title of Benetti’s largest-ever build at 351 ft and a maximum beam of 50 ft. While she has now been surpassed by the likes of Luminosity and M/Y IJE, she’s still a force to be reckoned with, and the $2.1m weekly fee goes a long way with this much space. Benetti’s Italian craftsmanship is on display in the seven VIP staterooms, along with one master suite. The rooms are able to accommodate 12 guests in these eight cabins, with each room equipped with an individual color scheme and panoramic windows.

Lana is kitted out with everything we have come to expect with a superyacht of this size, featuring a spa, gym, cinema, helipad, and outdoor pool. Perhaps most striking is its Beach Club which comes with folding terraces. Currently situated in the Middle East, this impressive superyacht is well-prepared for a full season of cruising.

Rate: From $1,774,643 per week Location: Bahamas/Caribbean Built: 2019 Length: 312.66 ft Guests: 12 in 10 cabins

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Delivered 12 weeks ahead of schedule in the summer of 2019, Madsummer is a striking vessel, designed by the renowned Espen Oeino. Studio Laura Sessa furnished the interior, making use of a broad and bold color palette. Each of the 10 staterooms have a custom color scheme that is both contemporary and tastefully finished. Sessa has applied similar levels of customization throughout the ship. One notable detail of this is the custom-built dining table (a work of art in itself), which is topped off with layers of colored lacquer for a beautiful result.

For the nautically inclined, the ultra-modern bridge is situated alongside the master suite, allowing the charterer easy access to the organizational hub of the yacht. The vessel’s fundamentals are state-of-the-art, with a 125kW, lithium-ion battery pack as just one example of this. This battery means less fuel is required and helpfully retains any excess energy produced.

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Rate: From $1,635,000per week Location: Mediterranean (summer), Pacific (winter) Built: 2019 Length: 305.12 ft Guests: 12 in 7 cabins

Also a relatively new vessel, Lady S was delivered in 2019 by Dutch builder Feadship. The interior was designed by Reymond Langton and described by them as “a contemporary jewelry box”, with the glitzy white and crystal chandeliers just one detail that highlights the truth behind this statement. Such is the quality of its construction Lady S was the recipient of two awards from Boat International for both its interior and exterior design.

Beyond aesthetics, the vessel is equipped with all the amenities and facilities that any charterer could desire, making her worthy of being on any list of the most expensive yachts. This includes the very first IMAX cinema to be installed on a yacht, a basketball court and ice plunge pool, along with all else that you would expect in this price range.

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Rate: From $1,500,000 per week Location: Mediterranean (summer), Caribbean (winter) Built: 2016 Length: 301.84 ft Guests: 14 in 7 cabins

Aquarius is an eye-catching vessel. Her all-white four-deck exterior was designed by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design and built by Feadship. The company was also responsible for its interior, one of its notable features being the floor-to-ceiling windows that surround its outsides. In keeping with its ambitious glass work, there is a bar at water level underneath a glass-bottom pool, that when emptied can turn into a dance floor. Based in the Mediterranean in the summer and the Caribbean in the winter, Aquarius has six VIP cabins, with a private deck for the master suite, suitable for 14 guests in total.

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Rate: From $1,330,982 per week Location: Mediterranean (summer), Caribbean (winter) Built: 2014 Length: 312.34 ft Guests: 12 in 7 cabins

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Kismet has more than a touch of glamour about her, previously hosting Beyoncé and Jay-Z, along with other celebrities, while it has recently featured in ‘Six Underground’, Michael Bay’s $150 million film. With this level of celeb appeal, it’s no surprise that she’s one of the most expensive yacht charters on the market. The appeal is clear with the ability to hold large parties for up to 270 guests and two helipads for ease of access for the world’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals.

Owned by Shadid Khan, owner of NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, Kismet features a large silver jaguar at the bow in a nod to his team. The interior was designed by Reymond Langton, who was inspired by “champagne and caviar”.

Lengton has successfully combined traditional opulence with the latest technology, including state-of-the-art video walls that can switch between regular television and moving artwork. The deck is laid with black marble, while the master suite’s bathroom contains an onyx bath that oozes glamor.

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Rate: From $1,150,000 per week Location: Bahamas Built : 2019 Length: 262.5ft Guests: 12 in 7 cabins

This striking (and expensive) yacht is sure to turn heads wherever she goes. Designed by Winch Design, Excellence remains at the forefront of what a modern superyacht should look and feel like. The curved floor-to-ceiling mirrored glass is designed to reflect her surroundings. Natural light floods through the triple-height glass atrium and the full-height windows. Her striking and angular plumb bow gives her the unmistakable look of a futuristic spaceship. There is a large swimming pool with a swim-up bar on the main deck aft and an upper deck entirely dedicated to the owner. Above the owner’s deck is the substantial sun deck with a lounge area and jacuzzi. There is also a large water-level tender garage where the yacht’s limousine tenders are stored.

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Rate: From $1,112,000 per week Location: Mediterranean (summer), Caribbean (winter) Built: 2020 Length: 311.68 ft Guests: 12 in 6 cabins

At just under 312 ft, O’Pari is the largest superyacht Greek yard Golden Yachts has produced and was delivered in June of this year, quickly becoming one of the most expensive yachts in the world. Both the interior and exterior were designed by Studio Vafiadias and part of the brief was to commission a custom art collection for display onboard.

The theme chosen for this was the relationship between man and nature, a particularly apt choice given the generous outdoor space on O’Pari . This includes a huge sky lounge, with panoramic ocean views, as well as a bar with DJ booth and an alfresco dining area on the upper deck. Also on the upper deck is the master suite with all other guests suites located on the main deck. Available to charter in some of the most attractive regions in the world, the Golden Yachts flagship is an outright success and is one of the most attractive high-end options out there.

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10 Most Expensive Charter Yachts

Whether you are searching for amazing entertainment options, the best super yacht spa or a yacht that will turn heads everywhere you go, there is a super yacht built to suit every charterer. Here is the list of top 10 most expensive yachts available for charter:

Yacht Solandge

The stunning, seven cabin superyacht Solandge is one of the finest vessels currently available for charter and is the world’s largest and most iconic yachts.

The gorgeous interior for SOLANDGE is the result of collaboration between Rodriguez Interiors and Dolker&Voges with using about 50 different marble and granite surfaces and more than 30 alternative woods. Charter guests coming aboard are greeted by the vast elegant main salon, boasting two magnificent walls of back-lit amethyst.

Solandge stretches over five decks, creating a fabulous sense of space both inside and out. Her on board cinemas are located above and below deck and large multi-use areas offer formal or al-fresco dining an dancing, with a DJ booth and adds another dimension to relaxation.

Solandge charter rate: Eur 1,000,000 per week plus expenses

Yacht Savannah

Voted Motor Yacht of the Year at the 2016 World Superyacht Awards, and having won three prestigious awards at the 2016 ShowBoats Design Awards, Savannah is one of the most spectacular vessels afloat. Launched in 2015, she is Feadship first ever hybrid yacht featuring four decks and six cabins connected by a dramatic rosewood spiral staircase.

The yacht boasts an awe-inspiring underwater lounge and master suite, with its wall of glass and vast oval skylight. Other features include a nine meter (30ft) swimming pool, a full beach club, indoor cinema in the underwater lounge, private sun deck with DJ booth and BBQ, a gym, spa, and elevator. Savannah is also notable for her extensive modern art collection.

Savannah charter rate: Eur 1,000,000 per week plus expenses

Yacht Aquila

Aquila is the perfect combination of performance and luxury, featuring an interior layout which sleeps up to 12 guests in 8 cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 28 crew onboard to ensure a seamless luxury yacht experience.

Timeless styling, elegant furnishings and expansive seating featured throughout to create a refined and comfortable atmosphere. Aquila’s impressive leisure and entertainment facilities, including a sundeck Jacuzzi, gym, spa and movie theater, make her the ideal charter yacht for socializing and entertaining with family and friends.

Aquila charter rate: $945,000 – $1,000,000 per week plus expenses

Yacht Romea

Built by the German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen in 2015, Romea sleeps up up to 12 guests across a range of 6 cabins. Romea boasts a fully-equipped spa deck that allows guests to unwind in true style, either by enjoying sublime spa treatments or simply relaxing in the sauna. Guests will also enjoy a movie screen in the main salon and a sleek black grand piano in the bridge deck bar. Capable of discreetly carrying up to 23 crew, luxury yacht Romea ensures charter vacations with unforgettable premier service.

Romea charter rate: Eur 875,000 per week plus expenses

Yacht Amaryllis

Amaryllis was inspired by the Belle Epoque, Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods. Designed by Reymond Langton she was introduced in November 2011 by Abeking & Rasmussen. With accommodation for up to 12 guests across a range of six cabins, including an owners deck with private terrace, VIP suite on the main deck plus three double cabins and one twin cabin situated on the lower deck.

A Beach club with an expansive gym and spa facilities with Jacuzzi and sauna is aft allowing direct access to sea from the swim platform and the sundeck includes a 5m pool that changing colors. A piano room and children’s playroom adds to the family enjoyment on the Amaryllis.

Amaryllis charter rate: Eur 770,000 – Eur 875,000 per week plus expenses

TV’s eye-catching design and grey hull gives you a hint as to what her luxurious interior is like. Built by Lurssen in 2008, TV sleeps up to 12 guests in 10 rooms, with the upper deck owner’s suite offering panoramic views and opens on to a private oasis with Jacuzzi. A cinema room is located on the main deck and there are enough games in the common areas to keep all your guests entertained. The sun deck features a 16 person Jacuzzi, swimming pool, bar, barbecue and dining area. The lower deck boasts a health spa featuring a fully equipped fitness center, beauty salon, sauna and massage room. The dedicated spa area expands onto a large fold-down sea terrace which allows the guests to go from a swim to the sauna, on to massage treatments all in a matter of seconds.

TV charter rate: Eur 875,000 per week plus expenses

Built by Feadship in 2016, Joy sleeps up to 12 guests in 8 cabins, including a master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 5 double cabins and 1 twin cabin. The owners deck features a private lounge and games deck with basketball court. Joy boasts luxurious wellness facilities, including a well equipped fitness center and an on board masseuse. Timeless styling with beautiful furnishings welcome guests who also have access to an elevator to enjoy a BBQ and beach club/disco. Joy is capable of carrying up to 17 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Joy charter rate: Eur 700,000 – Eur 840,000 per week plus expenses

Yacht Grace E

Grace E was delivered from the Picchiotti shipyard in 2014 and features a range of luxury amenities arranged around a design which enhances both space and comfort. Grace E sleeps up to 12 guests in 7 cabins, with an attendant crew of 20. The master suite on the main deck includes his and hers bathrooms separated by a lovely limestone bath. The upper deck is completely dedicated to wellness, with a spa, massage suite, hydrotherapy bath, and even a hair salon. Sunbathers will love the custom sunpads dispersed around the decks which are able to rotate 360° and have been partnered with sun loungers with built-in biminis for instant shade. A large Jacuzzi can be enjoyed on the main deck aft and a coffee bar is on the aft deck which can be easily converted to a cocktail bar in the evenings.

Grace E charter rate: Eur 749,000 – Eur 805,000 per week plus expenses

Yacht Indian Empress

Indian Empress charter rate: Eur 650,000 – Eur 750,000 per week plus expenses

Air, which has an exceptionally sleek and elegant exterior with modern lines and unique matt black steel hull gives you a hint as to what her luxurious interior is like. The largest Feadship available for charter, Air sleeps up to 12 guests in seven cabins, including an impressive split level owner’s suite, two guest cabins on the upper deck, one on the main deck and three on the lower deck. The owner’s observation lounge boasts a breath-taking view over the eight-meter long pool on the vast main deck forward area. The magnificent sun deck offers a well-equipped gym, lounging areas aft and forward with Jacuzzi, and a 102” pop-up television screen for outdoor movie viewing. AIR also features a fully certified commercial helicopter pad. Other amenities of the yacht include an elevator to all decks, massage and steam rooms and a large foldable swimming platform with bar.

Air charter rate: Eur 700,000 – Eur 750,000 per week plus expenses

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£3 million a week to rent the Flying Fox floating palace

By Annabel Sampson

Billionaires seeking an alternative playground for the summer, might want to consider the world’s most expensive six-storey charter yacht, the Flying Fox. The elaborate – and expansive – boat stretches to 450ft and is rentable at £3 million a week, or if you drill it down, £18,000 an hour.

The exceptionally luxurious yacht is built with a futuristic cryotherapy chamber, a 400 square metre pool, a balcony exclusively devoted to the practice of yoga and even a medical centre. Hire it and entertain your closest friends and even your extended family, after all it sleeps 25 but can entertain up to 34 during the daytime.

Construction of the Flying Fox began in 2017 in Germany, and, once complete came in at a cost of around £500 million. It was finished last year before being put up for rental earlier this month. To be fully operational, it needs 54 crew members, from bar staff to gym instructors and waiters.

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Enter in any number of ways; by helicopter or, if you prefer, by mini-submarine station for those seeking a more covert passage. Those missing their gardens on land, can also bask in the tranquility of their indoor gardens, complete with trees and even a dedicated water garden.

The interiors have been done up by lead superyacht designer, Mark Berryman, with 11 cabins, each with private sea view terraces. The superyacht really is enough to make the likes of Roman Abramovich and Sir Philip Green do a double take, the ultimate in floating palaces.

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Between The 10 World’s Most Expensive Luxury Yachts… There’s Not A Sailboat

Decades on since the emergence of the Yuppy back in the 1980s, Superyachts and Megayachts are still the  benchmark of wealth and extravagance amongst the sailing elite. Luxury yachts are far more than just a sailboat; in fact, many of these high-priced vessels resemble a luxury mansion more than they do a usable boat.  Even though you’re unlikely to get many, if any, exciting transatlantic adventures hauling one of these floating pleasure palaces around, they nevertheless remain the ultimate goal for many a multi-millionaire looking for something to spend their pocket money on. Featuring all manner of extras including helipads, basketball courts, concert halls and numerous swimming pools, let’s take a look at ten of the world’s most expensive and extravagant luxury yachts.

10. Radiant – $240 million

At a modest $240 million, the Radiant may be the cheapest yacht on our list, but it’s the most well-protected. Now owned by the Emirati billionaire Abdulla Al Futtaim, in addition to the standard multi-billionaire fare of hot tubs, an onboard gym and luxury suites, the Radiant is also equipped with water cannons and sonic guns. 

9. Al Said – $300 million

Another bargain at just $300 million, this Lurssen masterpiece measures 508 feet long. It features a concert hall, handy for the orchestras, theatre and ballet companies you often meet seeking work on the high seas. It’s also the most powerful yacht in the world, thanks to its 16,500kW engines.

8. Serene – $330 million 

Unlike the other boats on our list, this 439-footer, which belongs to Russian billionaire Yuri Scheffler, is available to rent. The catch? It’ll set you back a cool $4.25 million per week. Gulp! The most expensive yacht rental on the Yacht Charter Fleet, it’ll come as no surprise to hear that this beauty was once hired by Bill Gates.

7. Motor Yacht A – $440 million

Whether making a spectacle at major  events in cities like Monte Carlo , or out on the Baltic Sea,  Motor Yacht A and its sister, Sailing Yacht A, draw attention like no other boat on this list thanks to their unique Philippe Starsk designs. Reportedly owned by Andre Melnichenko, Motor Yacht A crams 3 swimming pools, a helicopter hanger, a disco, a 2500-square foot master bedroom, six guest suites and a 30 foot speedboat into its 400 foot shell. 

6. Luna – $500 million

No stranger to the tabloids, this 377-foot megayacht (once owned by Russian Oligarch and yacht lover, Roman Abramovich) was at the centre of a pretty hefty divorce scandal. Even though owners Farkhad Akhmedov and Tatiana Akhmedov have been undergoing divorce proceedings since 2000, the decision to grant Tatiana Luna as part of the divorce settlement has only recently been made. 

5. Topaz – $527 million

Sheikh Mansour’s 482-foot frippery comes with a movie theatre, jacuzzi and helipad as standard and was once chartered by wannabe eco-warrior, Leonardo di Caprio.

4. Azzam – $600 million

This 590 foot, $600 million megayacht is currently the largest of its kind in the world, but the world still doesn’t know who owns it. Likely to be part of the Royal Family of Abu Dhabi’s fleet,  the Azzam reportedly even has its own submarine complete with a missile defense system. 

3. Admiral X Force 145 – $1 billion 

Unlike the other boats on this list, the Admiral X Force 145 remains, at this point in time anyway, still just a design (albeit a fully engineered one). So, what will spending the equivalent of the GDP of Pakistan get you? How about marble and crystal chandelier filled state rooms, two movie theaters, two helipads and a bilevel swimming pool? 

2. Eclipse – $1.9 billion

It will come as no surprise to learn that the Eclipse belongs to Roman Abramovich, who took delivery of it back in 2010. According to the tabloids, this megayacht features 24 guest cabins, two swimming pools, a disco, countless hot tubs and two helicopter pads. Great value for money! 

1. History Supreme – $4.8 billion

And taking the top spot is the History Supreme with its almost hysterically funny price tag of $4.8 billion. Reportedly belonging to the richest man in Malaysia, Robert Knok, she may be a dwarf in comparison (measuring only 100 foot long) but the Supreme took three years and 10,000 kilograms of gold and platinum to build. Solid gold. Literally. It also comes with a T-Rex. 

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The 9 Most Expensive Charter Yachts

Updated on: February 13, 2023

Indulge in the ultimate luxury experience with a private yacht charter. We look at the most expensive charter yachts, with prices ranging from $1.75M to $3.25M per week, offer exclusivity and privacy along with personalized onboard amenities.

Learn about the rising popularity of yacht charters and the numerous benefits they offer, such as access to stunning destinations and top-notch service. In this blog post, we take you on a tour of nine of the most sought-after and most expensive charter yachts, each promising an unforgettable getaway.

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Most Expensive Charter Yacht: Flying Fox – $3,250,000 per week

The Flying Fox is the world’s most luxurious and exclusive charter yacht . This remarkable vessel, measuring 446 feet in length, was built by Lürssen in Germany and offers a stunning modern design for a price tag of $3.25 million per week.

Featuring 11 opulent suites that can accommodate up to 22 guests, it provides an unforgettable experience with its two helipads, 12-meter swimming pool, split-level spa, jacuzzi area with easy access to the sea lounge, and scuba-diving room, three stately master bedrooms, five luxurious guest staterooms, fully-equipped gym and upper deck jacuzzi pool.

The interior of the Flying Fox exudes luxury with its immense sundeck featuring numerous seating areas for alfresco dining and spectacular views from every angle.

The spa area and cinema room offer the perfect place to relax after a long day of exploring remote islands that only a superyacht like the Flying Fox can reach. Step aboard this unique vessel for the ultimate experience in luxury on the high seas.

Ahpo – $3,000,000 Per Week

The 115.1m/377’7″ yacht Ahpo is a luxurious superyacht and the second most expensive charter yacht. Built for comfort and entertainment by German shipyard Lürssen and featuring breathtaking interior styling by Nuvolari Lenard.

Accommodating up to 16 guests in 8 lavish cabins, it offers a range of amenities such as a beauty salon, dancefloor, cinema, spa, elevator, underwater lights, beach club, and gym.

Ahpo can reach a maximum speed of 18 knots and boast an impressive range of up to 8,500 nautical miles. At-anchor stabilizers provide exceptional comfort levels and make the journey smooth and enjoyable.

An array of toys are available onboard for your leisure activities including sailboats, Jet Skis, WaveRunners, waterskis, seabob, kayaks, and WindSurfers as well as fishing equipment. There is also a 12m IC yacht Limo Tender that can be used for transportation.

Each one of the eight guest suites on Ahpo is served by 36 crew members and offers access to entertainment amenities like movie theater experiences and saunas with Wi-Fi allowing you to stay connected wherever you go.

Guests can relax with a workout in the gym or a soak in the pool jacuzzi whilst admiring stunning views from the decks – Ahpo guarantees an unparalleled experience while cruising on the high seas!

Octopus – $2,400,000 Per Week

Octopus is a 126.2m/414’1″ explorer yacht built by German shipyard Lurssen and available for charter for up to 12 guests in 13 cabins.

It features interiors by Jonathan Quinn Barnett, a dancefloor, helipad, movie theater, spa, elevator, underwater lights, and more. The master suite has a his-and-her bathroom and the yacht is equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity.

Built in 2003 with a steel hull and superstructure, Octopus offers stability and a full-displacement hull for more onboard space. It’s powered by 8 MTU engines and reaches 19 knots with a 12,500 nautical mile range from 1,034,000 liters of fuel. An advanced stabilization system provides exceptional comfort levels at anchor or underway.

Onboard water toys include Jet Skis, WaveRunners, towable toys, waterskis, kite surfers, kayaks, WindSurfers, and fishing equipment with five tenders including an 18.1m Delta Powerboat Tender. With 42 crew members, guests can relax knowing every need will be taken care of during their charter experience on Octopus!

Dream – $2,400,000 Per Week

Dream is a 106.5m/349’5″ luxury motor yacht, formerly known as Poseidonos, and is one of the most expensive charter yachts available.

This yacht is capable of accommodating up to 36 guests in 22 luxurious cabins. It has been converted from a cruise ship to a luxury yacht by Olympic Yacht Services in 2018 and boasts interiors by CQStudio with spacious living areas.

Offering amenities such as a beauty salon, movie theater, spa, elevator, beach club, and gym – it promises an unforgettable experience while cruising on the high seas.

This impressive vessel features accommodations including a master suite, two VIP cabins, six double cabins, and nine cabins that can be used as twins or doubles.

The yacht is also equipped with 9 staff cabins and staffed by up to 32 crew members ensuring every need will be taken care of onboard. Entertainment options include a movie theater and beauty salon while comfort comes in the form of air conditioning throughout the vessel with Wi-Fi connectivity too!

Dream offers impressive performance powered by her twin Wartsila engines that allow for cruising at 15 knots with a maximum speed of 17 knots.

Stabilizers provide greater stability at anchor or underway whilst on water toy enthusiasts are catered for with Laser sailboats, Yamaha WaveRunners, F5S SEABOBs, kayaks, scuba diving gear, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear available on board.

IJE – $1,950,000 Per Week

The IJE is a luxurious 108m/354’4″ motor yacht, built by Italian shipyard Benetti in 2019 and available for charter for up to 12 guests.

The interior is designed by Italian designer Benetti and boasts several decks for indoor/outdoor living with amenities including a dancefloor, beauty salon, movie theater, elevator, beach club, and gym.

Guest accommodation includes 11 suites; the master suite features a study and his-and-her bathroom while 10 cabins can be used as twins or doubles.

28 crew members are present to provide exceptional service. There is an elevator for easy accessibility and air conditioning onboard. A fireplace adds to the feeling of relaxation and comfort on board.

Built with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure, IJE has twin MTU engines that allow it to cruise at 16 knots and reach a maximum speed of 20 knots with a range of up to 6,500 nautical miles from its 345,000-liter fuel tanks at 14 knots. An advanced stabilization system reduces side-to-side roll so guests can enjoy the voyage in complete comfort.

Lana – $1,950,000 Per Week

Award-winning super yacht LANA is the sixth most expensive charter yacht on our list. It’s a 107m/351ft motor yacht offering luxury and flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 8 cabins.

Interiors feature a beautiful blend of pared-back minimalism and subtle luxuries, with prominent use of the popular blond wood and clever lighting.

The vast 110 square meter main suite has sea terraces, walk-in dressing rooms, and sleek themes. There is a spa, elevator, beach club, gym, and all the latest amenities to ensure comfort and entertainment onboard.

Built in 2020, LANA is designed for exquisite indoor/outdoor living with voluminous interior and exterior spaces spread across several decks. She has a full displacement hull made of steel and aluminum adding both stability at anchor and great onboard space.

Twin Rolls-Royce Marine engines provide power allowing her to cruise comfortably at 16 knots with a maximum speed of 18 knots – plus a range of up to 5500 nautical miles.

LANA comes equipped with an array of water toys including Jet Skis, towable toys, Jobe waterskis, seabob, wakeboards, WindSurfers, fishing equipment as well as scuba diving gear; there are also three tenders including a luxurious 14m/45’11” Limo Tender for stylish transportation around your desired destination. All this makes LANA one of the largest and most expensive charter yachts in the world.

Faith – $1,750,000 Per Week

With accommodation for up to 12 guests in 7 cabins, the 96.55m yacht “Faith” is available for charter and comes with a range of luxurious amenities.

These include a movie theater, spa, elevator, beach club, and gym, as well as being wheelchair accessible. A crew of 31 provides exceptional service ensuring an unforgettable experience on board.

Features include a stunning fireplace, library, and piano for entertainment; steam room, spa, and gym for relaxation; and pool and beach club for outdoor activities – there’s something to suit everyone’s taste!

The underwater lighting system adds to Faith’s glamour while Wi-Fi and air conditioning offer comfort throughout your stay.

The yacht is powered by twin MTU engines that allow it to cruise at 15 knots with a maximum speed of 17 knots plus at-anchor stabilizers for added comfort.

Faith also has a wide range of water toys available including Flyboard, Jet Skis, and tenders. It’s no wonder why this is one of the most expensive charter yachts in the world!

MadSummer – $1,750,000 Per Week

Boasting a luxurious charter experience with flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 10 cabins, the 95m/311’8″ motor yacht ‘Madsummer’ is built by the German shipyard Lurssen and features interior styling by Laura Sessa Romboli.

With an abundance of space and superlative amenities across luxurious decks, it has something to suit everyone. Onboard facilities include a children’s playroom, dancefloor, movie theatre, spa, elevator, underwater lights, and beach club while 28 crew members are on hand to provide excellent service and guarantee a stress-free experience.

The yacht is powered by twin MTU engines allowing it to cruise comfortably at 16 knots with a maximum speed of 18 knots plus a range of up to 6,000 nautical miles from 300,000 liter fuel tanks – plus at-anchor stabilizers for added comfort.

The bow also has a full storage hangar for housing a helicopter as well as a 12m swimming pool and giant spa area together with a diving room featuring top-notch scuba equipment.

As one of the world’s most expensive charter yachts, there are a plethora of water activities available such as, flyboard, jet skis, towable toys, waterskis, seabob, wakeboards as well as fishing gear – all made accessible through four tenders including an 11m Maori Yachts Limo Tender offering luxurious transfers ashore.

Satellite communication and Wi-Fi keep you connected throughout your voyage while air conditioning and underwater lights create mesmerizing light spectacles.

Lady S – $1,750,000 Per Week

Last on our list of the most expensive charter yacht is the 93m motor yacht Lady S, built by the Dutch shipyard Feadship and featuring interior design by British designer Reymond Langton Design, provides luxury charter experiences for up to 12 guests in 7 cabins.

With 11 beds consisting of 5 king, 4 single, and 2 Pullman plus 2 staff cabins, guests will be well taken care of with a 33-person crew.

On board, there is plenty of entertainment and comfort options, such as a movie theater, steam room, sauna, spa, swimming pool, and gym – all accessible through a convenient elevator.

The helipad makes it easy to reach exotic destinations while Wi-Fi connectivity and air conditioning promise maximum comfort onboard.

The full-displacement hull gives Lady S great stability plus a maximum speed of 18 knots with a range of up to 6,500 nautical miles.

The advanced stabilization system ensures guests remain comfortable whilst at anchor or underway plus an array of water toys including Zapata Racing Pro Series Flyboard, waterslides, Jet Skis and wakeboards are available for extra fun on the water – transportation is provided by four tenders including 10.5 Tenderworks Limo Tender for added convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most expensive charter yacht.

The most expensive charter yacht available is the super yacht Flying Fox, which costs $3.25 Million dollars per week for charter. Flying Fox is 134-meters in length and offers a range of luxurious amenities, including multiple swimming pools, a beach club, a helipad, a cinema, a spa, and a gym, among others. With its elegant design and spacious interior, Flying Fox provides a truly unforgettable yachting experience.

What makes a yacht so expensive to charter?

If you’re looking for the most expensive charter yacht, you’ll want to consider factors like size, luxury, location, time of year, and the services and experiences included. Essentially, the bigger, more luxurious, and more conveniently located a yacht is, the more it’ll cost you to charter.

Who typically charters the most expensive yachts?

If you’ve got the budget for it, the most expensive charter yachts are reserved for the ultra-wealthy – think high-net-worth individuals, famous folks, and big corporations. They’re the perfect choice for anyone looking for a truly unforgettable, ultra-luxurious yachting experience.

What kind of luxurious amenities can you expect on the most expensive charter yachts?

On the most expensive charter yachts, you’ll have access to all sorts of extravagant amenities – think multiple swimming pools, private beach clubs, spas, movie theaters, gyms, helipads, and more. Of course, the exact offerings will vary from yacht to yacht, but you can count on an experience that’s truly beyond compare.

Are the most expensive charter yachts only available in certain destinations?

You’ll find the most expensive charter yachts in all sorts of prime destinations, from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean, and from the South Pacific to beyond. The exact location will depend on the specific yacht, but you can be sure you’ll be in for a truly unforgettable experience wherever you go.

How can I book a charter on the most expensive yacht?

To book a charter on the most expensive yacht, you’ll want to work with a yacht charter company that specializes in luxury yachting experiences. They’ll help you find the perfect yacht for your needs, and will handle all the details so you can just sit back and relax.

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The 30 Most Expensive Yachts in the World

Posted October 6, 2022 in Brokerage & New Build by Janine St.Denis

Whether you use this list for inspiration for your next trip, or are just curious about luxury vessels, you’ll enjoy our roundup of the 30 most expensive yachts in the world .

Price: $ 1.5 billion (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 70 members

Size: 533 ft. long

Builder: Blohm & Voss

Eclipse is a stunning superyacht owned by Roman Abramovich, a billionaire Russian oligarch. Featuring amenities such as a gym, a dance floor, a beach club, a beauty salon, two helipads, a 16-meter swimming pool, and a state-of-the-art security system. 

The missile detection system and bulletproof windows in the master suite also add an extra level of security. 

2. Scheherazade

Price: $700 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 40 members

Size: 459 ft.

Builder: Lurssen

Previously named Lightning, the Scheherazade is a motor yacht that’s fit to entertain with two helipads, two jacuzzis, two outdoor fire pits, a movie theater, a spa, and a gym. 

Price: $600 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 80 Members

Size: 524 ft.

Launched in 2022 by Lurssen, Blue is one of the largest yachts in the world. This megayacht can accommodate approximately 48 guests in 24 luxurious staterooms. Featuring two helipads, a teak-paneled deck, a steel hull, and an aluminum superstructure, this is a true statement of gorgeous naval architecture. 

Price: $ 600 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 60  members

Size: 590 ft. long

Builder: Lurssen Yachts

Complete with a missile defense system, a bullet-proof master suite, and the ability to reach speeds of 35 mph, the Azzam was made with security in mind. 

While the vessel is the largest superyacht in the world, it was designed with elegance in mind, too. The Azzam was made in reverse, with the interior plans drawn up before the exterior plans, making the Azzam sleek and efficient. 

5. Crescent

Size: 445 ft.

Despite being one of the world’s most expensive superyachts, the Crescent is a bit of a mystery—even to insiders in the yachting world. The ship’s owners have remained anonymous and little is known about the ship’s interior. The few details we know, however, are impressive. 

The yacht has a beach club, large swimming pools, a huge master suite, and a state-of-the-art entertainment system.

Crew Size: 60 members 

Size: 461 ft.

Builder: Lloyd Werft

If you love water toys and subs, then you’ll likely find the Solaris impressive. The Solaris features a crane to launch toys, subs, and tenders. 

One of the major attractions of this vessel is the beach club on the top floor. It’s an ideal location for soaking in the sun and relaxing after a long day of play. 

The Solaris is an explorer yacht and is also the largest yacht built by Lloyd Werft. We don’t have many details on the interior design, but if the sleek, white, beautiful exterior is any indication, it’s likely exquisite.

Price: $ 527 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 79 members

Size: 482 ft. long

Year: 2012 

While this yacht was originally known as Topaz, it now goes by “A+”. When it first launched, it was the fourth largest luxury yacht in the world. Though the A+ was robbed of that title a few years later, it’s still an impressive superyacht. 

The amenities include a jacuzzi, swimming pool, double helipad, cinema, gym, and multiple conference rooms. 

Price: $500 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Size: 465 ft.

Nord was designed for global exploration and has an extremely distinctive exterior design. The bow aesthetic has never been seen before on any yacht and it makes for a striking first impression. 

With a sports and diving center on the lower deck and a swimming pool higher up, the superyacht is an athlete’s dream. 

9. Fulk Al Salamah

Crew Size: 100 members

Size: 538 ft.

Builder: Mariotti

With a name that translates to “Ship of Peace”, this yacht was designed for a genuinely relaxing voyage. Although the yacht isn’t currently used for recreation (it operates as a support vessel and transport ship for the Royal Navy of Oman), the ship has the same layout and amenities of a superyacht. 

10. Motor Yacht A

Price: $ 440 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 42 members

Size: 400 ft.

With a 2,500-square-foot master bedroom, a disco, a helicopter hanger, a 30’ separate speedboat, and a glass-bottom swimming pool, this yacht deserves its “A” name. 

It’s widely considered to be one of the largest superyachts and can accommodate up to 14 guests and a 42-member crew,

11. Flying Fox

Price: $400 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 54 members

Size: 446 ft.

Known as the most expensive charter yacht in the world, the Flying Fox has all the amenities of a floating resort, including a cinema, beauty salon, luxury spa, pool, and gym. It’s little wonder that Beyonce and Jay-Z chartered the vessel in 2021.

 A week aboard this yacht costs around $3 million. 

Crew Size: 88 crew members

Size: 531 ft. 

Builder: Unknown

This yacht carries a rich history. It’s owned by the ruler of Dubai (hence the name), though it went through several name iterations during the planning process, including Panhandle, Golden Star, and Platinum. 

The fine dining room on the lower deck is massive—it can accommodate up to 90 guests—and is painted in stunning blue and burgundy tones. 

This floating palace features VIP and social areas and a split-level owner’s deck. 

13. Radiant

Price: $ 320 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 44 members

Size: 361 ft.

If you have a fear of pirates on the high seas, you’ll appreciate one of the more unique features of the Radiant: the water cannon! This superyacht is equipped with a high-powered water cannon to defend against pirate attack. 

It also has multiple swimming pools, a helipad, a massage room, a movie theater, a gym, a swimming platform, and a jacuzzi. 

14. Al Said

Price: $ 300 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 154 members

Size: 508 ft.

This superyacht was built in secrecy, and not much is known about it even today. The Al Said has a colossal concert room with enough space for a 50-person orchestra. Other than that, her amenities and movements remain a mystery. 

Price: $300 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 52 members

Size: 439 ft.

Builder: Fincantieri

Year: 2011 

It’s safe to say they spared no expense during the building of the Serene; It’s currently the tenth most expensive yacht in the world.

The Serene has multiple swimming pools, two helipads, a submarine, and an underwater viewing room.

16. Pelorus

Crew Size: 46 members

Size: 377 ft.

The Pelorus is the kind of yacht that exists on a plane above the rest. It’s one of the biggest yachts in the world and can cruise at a top speed of 20 knots. The private deck attached to the master suite is entirely private and can’t be seen from any other part of the yacht. 

The yacht also includes two helipads, landing boats, and jet skis. 

Price: $256 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 48 members

Size: 360 ft.

Dilbar was originally known as Project Omar and includes a spa, pool, beach club, private cinema, and spacious cabins that are as high up as the main deck. It even has a spacious dining room and a salon with a piano. 

It may be smaller than the other yachts on this list, but it’s classy and spectacular both inside and out.

18. Seven Seas

Price: $250 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 30 members

Size: 358 ft.

Builder: Oceanco

This is the second Seven Seas yacht built by Oceanco, the 2010 version of the yacht now being named Man of Steel. The owner being the master director, Steven Spielberg himself, this yacht is known for its luxury cabins and beautiful architecture. While it may not have the bells and whistles of some superyachts, the Seven Seas demands to be admired.

19. Al Mirqab

Crew Size: 55 members

Size: 436 ft.

Builder: Peterswerft-Kusch

Year: 2008 

When Al Mirqab was completed in 2008, it was called the second most beautiful yacht in the world. 

The Al Mirqab features 10 staterooms, VIP suites, a helipad, an enormous swimming pool, a cinema, a jacuzzi, and all the watersports equipment a person could want.

20. Lady Moura

Price: $ 210 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 60 members

Size: 344 ft.

Year: 1990 

This superyacht comes with a wide variety of impressive features that include a pool with a retractable roof, a helicopter, and ship-wide decorative lettering and embellishments made of 24-karat gold. But perhaps most impressive is the sand-covered hydraulic platform that extends out the side of the vessel to give guests a unique, beach-like experience in the middle of the ocean. 

An interesting experience Lady Moura had was when she ran aground during Cannes film festival in 2007 and took on water.

21. Octopus

Price: $ 200 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 56 members

Size: 414 ft.

Year: 2003 

Few yachts can compete with the lavish interior of the Octopus. This superyacht includes a large study, a basketball court, a glass-bottom swimming pool, a recording studio, and an outside bar with a whirlpool. 

You’ll also find not one, but two submarines aboard and two helipads.

22. The Rising Sun

Price: $200 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 45 members

Size: 453 ft.

Builder: Lurssen 

This massive vessel has 82 rooms over five different floors. It also has a basketball court, a movie theater, and a wine cellar. 

The Rising Sun is currently the 12th largest superyacht in the world, and it continues to undergo numerous updates to its fixtures and fittings.

23. Ecstasea

Crew Size: 24 members

Size: 282 ft.

Builder: Feadship

The Ecstasea (get it, Ecstasy?) has more than just a clever name—Thanks to the ship’s many artistic design details, the superyacht has won multiple design awards for its stellar interior.

The Ecstasea features a massage room, gym, sauna, several indoor and outdoor bars, and a steam room. 

24. Man of Steel

Price: $ 184 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 28 members 

Size: 282.2 ft.

The Man of Steel has a contemporary and elegant interior that was designed with careful attention to detail.

Packed to the brim with luxury features, this yacht includes a touch-and-go helipad, a cinema, a private owner’s deck, and a variety of custom-built tenders. 

25. Solandge

Price: $ 180 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Size: 280 ft.

The Solandge is another yacht-for-charter that costs about $1.1 million for a week-long charter vacation. This superyacht has numerous unique facilities that make it worth the expensive price tag, such as eight VIP suits, a glass art installation by Murano, and a grand piano. 

Price: $ 150 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 25 members

Size: 322 ft.

Builder: Abeking & Rasmussen

The Aviva boasts a full-size tennis court and a collection of precious art pieces (including a Picasso). 

The ship’s interior prioritizes comfort and a welcoming feeling of “home,” as the ship’s owner lives on the yacht for several months a year.

27. Lionheart

Price: $150 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Size: 295 ft.

Builder: Benetti

Year: 2016 

With six VIP suites, luxury pools, and private balconies, it makes sense why Lionheart has attracted famous faces such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Kate Moss, and Simon Cowell. Lionheart is Benetti’s largest yacht since Nabila, which was later called Trump Princess and owned by (you guessed it) Donald Trump.

28. The Maltese Falcon

Crew Size: 18 members

Size: 289 ft.

Builder: Perini Navi

The Maltese Falcon is a superyacht that turns heads wherever it sails. It’s one of the most exclusive yachts on the charter market, and when you get a glimpse at this floating masterpiece, it’s easy to see why. 

This vessel has both the award-winning performance of a sailing yacht and the onboard space of a motor yacht—It’s the best of both worlds. 

29. The Venus

Price: $ 138 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Crew Size: 22 members

Size: 260 ft.

Builder: Feadship Yachts

Venus is a well-known superyacht, due to its famous owner (it was custom-built for Apple founder Steve Jobs) and its remarkably unique exterior. With its metallic silver paint job and stainless steel details, the ship is a visual spectacle.

Because the build of this yacht was shrouded in secrecy, little is known about the interior or the layout. 

30. Savarona

Price: $100 million (This price is an estimate, the exact price is not known)

Size: 408 ft.

Year: 1931 

Savarona is one of the oldest luxury superyachts on the market and is available for charter. While it has been refurbished over the years, Savarona still retains some traditional charm that makes it a unique experience separate from any other superyacht. 

Amenities include waterskiing, windsurfing, a movie theater, two spas, and two separate sauna and steam rooms.

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The 20 most expensive yachts in the world.

What are the most expensive yachts in the world?

If you have a passion for sailing or can appreciate the engineering masterpieces mentioned below, then this is an article for you. 

To be able to afford even afford the cheapest superyacht on our list, your net worth will need to be in the hundreds of millions, if not, billions range!

Here’s a list of the 20 most expensive yachts in the world…  

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The list of yachts and figures mentioned below have been compiled from various sources around the web, such as Luxhabitat , List25 and Unilad . 

These are the 20 most expensive yachts in the world:  

20. Lionheart – $150 Million

Sir Philip Green kicks off the list with his 207-foot behemoth, Lionheart.

The British retail billionaire commissioned Italian shipbuilding company, Benetti, to build his superyacht.

The boat has six VIP rooms, several private balconies and was finished in 2016.

Lionheart has had many famous faces walking its decks, including Kate Moss , Simon Cowell and Cristiano Ronaldo .

19. Aviva – $150 Million

British billionaire Joe Lewis’s superyacht comes in at number nineteen at a cool $150 million.

His boat has a full-size tennis court and is thought to house some of his most precious and expensive art pieces, including Picasso.

When he’s not spending time in his Bahamas residence, Joe spends several months a year aboard Aviva and his other three superyachts.

18. Solandge – $180 Million

Next up, we have the $180 million dollar superyacht built by Lurssen. 

In 2017, the Solandge was the highest brokerage and is available to rent for around $1.1 million a week.

The 280-foot yacht has eight VIP suites, a grand piano and a glass art installation by Murano.

17. Ecstasea – $200 Million

Built by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich in 2004, Ecstasea was the largest Feadship ever built.

The yacht is made of steel and is approximately 85.95 metres long and has a beam of 11.50 metres. This means it has a deadweight of 585 metric tons!

Ecstasea comfortably sleeps 14 passengers and has won multiple design awards for its stunning interior.

16. The Rising Sun – $200 Million

The Rising Sun was designed by Jon Bannenberg and built by Lürssen in 2004 for Larry Ellison .

It has 82 rooms over five floors, a basketball court, wine cellar and a movie theatre.

From 2010 it has been owned by David Geffen and is the 12th largest superyacht in the world, measuring 138 metres.

The Rising Sun cost $200 million to build and has since had even more money spent on luxury fixtures and fittings.

15. Octopus – $200 Million 

Designed and built in 2003 for Microsoft Co-founder, Paul Allen, Octopus has one hell of a lavish interior.

It has a large study, basketball court, recording studio, an outside bar with a whirlpool and a glass bottom swimming pool.

Octopus sleeps up to 26 guests and 56 crew members at any one time and comes equipped with two submarines and two helipads. 

14. Lady Moura – $210 Million

The next most expensive superyacht in the world is Lady Moura.

Lady Moura is owned by Saudi Arabian businessman Nasser Al-Rashid, who’s also an advisor to the Saudi Royal family.

The yacht comes with some very impressive features, such as a pool with a retractable roof, a helicopter and 24 karat gold lettering and embellishments throughout.

If that wasn’t enough, Lady Moura also features a unique sand-covered hydraulic platform that comes out of one side, to give guests a beach-like experience in the middle of the ocean.

13. Al Mirqab – $250 Million 

Al Mirqab is owned by Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al-Thani, the former Prime Minister of Qatar.

The yacht has 10 bedrooms, a helipad, a swimming pool, a selection of VIP suites, an onboard cinema, jacuzzi and a variety of watersports equipment.

After it was completed in 2008, it was dubbed the second most beautiful yacht in the world.

It can accommodate up to 24 guests and comfortably house crew members in its 55 crew cabins.

12. Dilbar – $256 Million

Number twelve is Russian owned superyacht, Dilbar.

It belongs to Russian oligarch Alisher Usmanov, and he’s often seen using Dilbar to cruise around his private islands.

As well as being one of the most expensive yachts in the world, it’s also one of the largest – measuring a colossal 360ft in length and just over 50ft high.

It was built in 2008 by Lürssen Yachts and was named after Alisher’s mother.

Dilbar has one helipad, several swimming pools and accommodates 20 guests and 48 cabin crew.

11. Pelorus – $300 Million

Pelorus was built by Lürssen in 2003 and bought by Russian billionaire, Roman Abramovich in 2004.

Since then, Pelorus has changed hands a few times and is now owned by HongKong based billionaire, Samuel Tak Lee.

Pelorus is 115 meters long and weighs a staggering 5517 tonnes.

As well as all the normal luxuries you’d expect to find onboard a superyacht of this calibre, she also comes equipped with two helipads, landing boats and jet skis.

She accommodates a full-time crew of 46, year round.

10. Serene – $300 Million

The tenth most expensive yacht in the world is the 439-foot, Serene.

Built-in 2011 by Fincantieri, for Russian billionaire Yuri Scheffler, Serene is has been one of the favourite rental yachts for the mega-rich, reportedly costing celebrities like Bill Gates around million a week!

It was purchased in 2015 by Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia and sleeps around 24 guests and 52 crew members.

It comes with multiple swimming pools, two helipads, a submarine, and an amazing underwater viewing room!

9. Al Said – $300 Million

The next mega yacht on the list is owned by and named after the Sultan of Oman, Qaboos Bin Said Al Said.

Built between 2007-2008, little else is known about the Al Said, other than it has a large concert hall that’s big enough to house a 50-piece orchestra.

Also, it can host up to 70 guests, sleep a crew of 154 and reach around 22 knots!

8. Radiant – $320 Million

Built by Lürssen in 2009, Radiant is owned by Emirate Billionaire Abdulla Al Futtaim.

The superyacht is roughly 110 meters long, weighs approximately 5027 gross tons and sleeps up to 20 guests and 44 crew members.

She comes with multiple swimming pools, a helipad, a massage room, a swimming platform, a movie theatre, a gym and a jacuzzi.

The Radiant is also equipped with a highly powerful water cannon to defend herself from pirate attacks!

7. Dubai – $400 Million

Dubai is owned by the Sheik of Dubai, Mohammed Rashid al-Maktoum.

Some of its features include jacuzzis, a swimming pool with handmade tiles, a helipad and a striking circular glass staircase which changes colour when lit from above.

Dubai also houses a split-level owner’s deck, several VIP and social areas, guest suites and a crew of up to 115 people.

6. Motor Yacht A – $440 Million 

This very impressive looking 390-foot superyacht was built by Blohm + Voss shipyard and launched in 2008.

It’s thought to be owned by Andrey Melnichenko, a Russian billionaire businessman and philanthropist.

Motor Yacht A can accommodate 14 guests and 42 crew members and is around 400 feet long.

It features a 2,500 sqft master bedroom, a disco, a helicopter hanger, a separate 30-foot speedboat and a glass-bottomed swimming pool.

Awesome! 

5. Topaz – $527 Million

Coming in at number five is this stunning Lürssen built superyacht, Topaz.

She was built for Abu Dhabi tycoon, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Germany and launched in 2012.

The exterior was designed by Tim Heywood and Terrance Disdale Design did the interior.

It has a large jacuzzi on the main deck, a swimming pool, double helicopter landing pads and a state-of-the-art gym, cinema and conference room.

4. Azzam – $600 Million

This 590-foot megayacht is the world’s largest yacht to date.

Its owned by Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nayan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Emir of Abu Dhabi.

Lürssen Yachts are the ones behind this mega build. Azzam has its very own missile defence system, a bullet-proof master suite and can reach speeds of more than 30 knots, or 35mph, making it one of the fastest yachts on the planet!

3. Streets of Monaco – $1 Billion

The first billion-dollar yacht on our list is the “Streets of Monaco”.

By far one of the most impressive and expensive yachts in the world, once finished, the Streets of Monaco is going to be a 509-foot mega yacht, designed to feature miniature versions of some of Monaco’s and Monte Carlos most renowned landmarks.

The finished superyacht will include a go-kart circuit, three swimming pools, a mini-submarine a helipad, seven guest suites, a mini waterfall and a restaurant that with a fabulous underwater view.

2. Eclipse – $1.5 Billion 

The second most expensive yacht in the world, Eclipse, is owned by Roman Abramovich.

The Russian billionaire has spared no expense when it comes to his superyacht.

He’s installed a private defence system, including missile detection sensors, intruder alarms and armour plating and bulletproof windows in his master bedroom. 

On top of that, Eclipse has two helipads, two swimming pools, 24 guest bedrooms, a disco hall and a mini-submarine.

It’s unclear how much Eclipse actually cost, but it is believed to be in the region of $1.5 billion!

1. History Supreme – $4.8 Billion

Topping the list of the most expensive superyachts in the world at an eye-watering $4.8 billion is History Supreme.

This magnificent accomplishment is built from 10,000 kilograms of solid gold and platinum and is 100-foot long.

It was designed by Stuart Huges, a world-renowned luxury designer, for Malaysia’s richest man, Robert Knok. The History Supreme took roughly three years to build and features an array of luxury items.

The master bedroom includes a genuine Tyrannosaurus Rex bone statue and a wall made entirely of meteorite rocks!

If that wasn’t enough, the master suite also has a 24-carat gold Aquavista Panoramic Wall Aquarium.

We hope you enjoyed our list of the 20 most expensive yachts in the world.

How cool would it be to spend a few months a year cruising the world on one of these bad boys!

Here’s a quick recap of the 20 most expensive yachts in the world!

• History Supreme – $4.8 Billion
• Eclipse – $1.5 Billion
• Streets of Monaco – $1 Billion
• Azzam – $600 Million
• Topaz – $527 Million
• Motor Yacht A – $440 Million 
• Dubai – $400 Million
• Radiant – $320 Million
• Al Said – $300 Million
• Serene – $300 Million
• Pelorus – $300 Million
• Dilbar – $256 Million
• Al Mirqab – $250 Million
• Lady Moura – $210 Million
• Octopus – $200 Million 
• The Rising Sun – $200 Million
• Exstasea – $200 Million
• Solandge – $180 Million
• Aviva – $150 Million
• Lionheart – $150 Million

What’s your favourite most expensive yacht? Leave a comment below.

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The 20 Most Expensive Tequilas in the World

What are the most expensive tequilas in the world?

Tequila is one of the most popular liquors in the world and, in the United States alone, nearly 20 million 9-liter cases are consumed every year!

Whether you’re drinking it neat or mixing it into a margarita, you probably have a favorite brand that you know tastes great.

However, some brands can get incredibly expensive, and it is these tequilas that we are counting down today.

How did we select this list of tequilas?

We’ve put over 10 hours of research into re-writing and updating this list for 2024.

The tequilas on this list were selected by taking the current average sale price, at the time of writing.

Prices for rare tequila can vary depending on where they’re listed for sale; so for each tequila on this list, we checked the price across multiple websites and settled on the average.

Next comes the question, when does tequila stop being tequila, and start being artwork?

If you’re a fan of tequila you can probably think of at least one brand that treats their bottles as artwork.

These bottles can often be worth thousands, but is it all just similar tequila in a fancy and unique bottle?

We’ve decided we’re not going to be the judge of what’s tequila and what’s artwork, so what you see on this list reflects a true order, based on price per bottle.

The 2 Most Expensive Tequilas in the World

Tequila is a very versatile liquor and there is no shortage of varieties you can find at your local store.

That said, some of these tequilas are reserved for only the most wealthy buyers, and you certainly won’t want to drink them on a casual night out.

Without further ado, here’s our list of the 20 most expensive tequilas money can buy:

20. 1800 Coleccion Tequila

Price/Bottle: $2,000

This unique expensive tequila gets its name from the year that distillers started using oak barrels for aging, and it is owned by the insanely wealthy Beckmann family.

Distilled twice during its 10-year aging process, this tequila has a flavor reminiscent of Amaretto, but with a bolder kick that reminds you that it’s tequila.

For $2,000, this tequila comes in its own crystal decanter trimmed with pewter and securely placed in a lavish case lined with suede to protect its precious contents.

It doesn’t get much more high-end than that!

19. Barrique de Ponciano Porfidio

Price/Bottle: $2,200

Made from 100% agave, Barrique de Ponciano Porfidio is a luxury tequila that has been aged for 10 years in French oak barrels and it is limited to special batches of only 2,000 bottles per year.

While its purity does impact this tequila’s price, the bottle that it comes in also makes it more expensive.

Each bottle comes with lettering and images engraved with one of the most expensive precious metals in the world, 21-karat gold.

It definitely looks and tastes every bit worth its hefty price tag.

18. Clase Azul Extra Añejo Ultra

Price/Bottle: $2,500

The first Clase Azul product to appear on this list is the only one in regular production and not a limited edition.

Clase Azul’s extra anejo ultra is aged for 5 years in American whiskey and sherry casks.

The bottle is decorated in platinum, silver, and 24-karat gold.

You can expect to pay around $2,500 a bottle for this tequila.

17. AsomBroso Reserva del Porto Extra Anejo

Price/Bottle: $2800

This brandy-like tequila is the type of drink that you break out during life’s greatest milestones.

Aged for 10 years in port wine barrels from Portugal, it is mixed with a small portion of white oak-aged tequila before being bottled.

Stored in a bottle shaped like a historical decanter found in an eighteenth-century Portuguese castle, it even comes secured in its own cedar humidor.

Although this tequila usually costs $2,800, you can sometimes get lucky and find it on sale for $1,499, which is honestly a great price, all things considered.

16. AsomBroso The Collaboration 12 Year Extra Anejo

Price/Bottle: $3,000

AsomBroso’s The Collaboration is an extra anejo tequila, aged 12 years in Silver Oak Cellar’s American casks.

The tequila is bottled inside a crystal decanter hand-made by Luciano Gambaro, a famous Italian artist.

The decanter is then packaged in a custom-polished humidor with laser engraving.

A single bottle might set you back $3,000, but there are places where you might be able to get your hands on one for cheaper.

15. Tesla Tequila Limited Edition Anejo

Price/Bottle: $4,000

It does seem that Elon Musk can do no wrong. 

Tesla Tequila started as an April Fool’s joke but quickly became a physical product that sold out immediately.

For the limited edition variant, only 420 bottles were produced, a number that jokingly references a time when Musk said he was going to take Tesla private at $420 a share.

The numbered limited edition variant with matching shot glass is currently selling for around $4,000, whilst the regular variant can fetch up to $1,500.

14. Codigo 1530 14 Year Extra Anejo

Price/Bottle: $4,500

Codigo’s 1530 extra Añejo has been aged inside French White Oak Napa Valley Cabernet wine barrels for 14 years and then finished in French Cognac casks.

This is Codigo’s most expensive tequila they’ve ever produced.

A single bottle is now worth $4,500.

13. Clase Azul Pink Limited Edition Reposado

Price/Bottle: $6,000

This isn’t the first Clase Azul tequila featured on this list, and it definitely won’t be the last.

The ‘Pink’ limited edition reposado was originally released in 2016 for breast cancer awareness, with a percentage of the proceeds being donated to charity.

Just 3000 bottles of the original 2016 version were produced, featuring a white bottle hand-painted with pink artwork.

There have since been one or two other ‘Pink’ breast cancer awareness releases from Clase Azul.

12. Patron Limited Edition En Lalique Serie 3

Price/Bottle: $7,500

Patron’s En Lalique Serie line the creme de la creme of their tequila. 

Whatever we have here is the Serie 3, their latest release, but it’s the least expensive of the three.

The Serie 3 contains a blend of 14 different extra anejo tequilas, aged in 6 different barrel types.

Held in a crystal hand-carved decanter, with decoration inspired by the Weber Blue Agave.

The decanter is stored inside a luxurious wooden box.

Each decanter is numbered, and given the fact that this is Patron’s latest release, you can expect the Serie 3’s price to rise over the next few years.

11. Patron Limited Edition En Lalique Serie 1 Extra Anejo

Price/Bottle: $8000

Patron’s En Lalique Serie 1 uses some of their oldest tequila, presented in a hand-made decanter inspired by Mexico’s Weber Blue Agave plant, topped off with an amber stopper.

Although this bottle cost $8,000, it’s not their most expensive tequila. 

Patron went one step further for their next tequila, but more on that shortly.

10. Dos Armadillos Extra Anejo Sterling Silver

Price/Bottle: $10,000

The Dos Armadillos Extra Anejo uses only an 8-year mature Blue Weber Agave.

The tequila is bottled in their signature armadillo-armored bottle, however, the armor for this edition is made entirely out of sterling silver.

$10,000 is the current price to pick up one of these bottles, a number that’s far more expensive than any other product in their range.

9. Clase Azul Puebla Limited Edition

The Clase Azul Puebla limited edition tequila was released on the 5th of May 2021, to commemorate Cinco de Mayo, or the Battle of Puebla.

Cinco de Mayo is a yearly celebration held on the 5th of May to celebrate Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire in 1862.

Just 300 bottles were produced and sold with a price tag of $400.

If you wished to purchase a bottle of Puebla Limited Edition today, the price would be more along the lines of $10,000.

8. Clase Azul Dia de Muertos Limited Edition

The Dia de Los Muertos collection from Clase Azul features several individual releases, but with most of them fetching similar prices, we’ve decided to include them in one single entry.

Dia de Muertos, or ‘The Day of the Dead’ as it’s otherwise known, is a traditional Mexican holiday celebrated during November. 

Clase Azul has released a new edition within the Dia de Muertos line annually for the past several years.

Some of the bottle designs for the Dia de Muertos range are spectacular and tend to rise in value once they are no longer produced.

7. Patron Limited Edition En Lalique Serie 2 Extra Anejo

Price/Bottle: $10,500

Patron’s En Lalique Serie 2 is aged and made slowly in small batches to ensure perfect quality.

The bottle is carved crystal, featuring a crystal bee stopper with hand-painted gold accents.

It’s then placed inside a wooden box that spins to open, creating a rather luxurious effect.

We’ve seen prices ranging from $8,000 to $12,000 for this bottle, so if you’re patient you might be able to get it at a good price.

6. Clase Azul Master Artisans

Price/Bottle: $20,000

Clase Azul’s most popular and iconic tequila is their resposado tequila, housed in a blue and white bottle.

In 2021, the brand collaborated with the award-winning artist, Ángel Santos to create a hand-crafted, limited edition resposado.

The ‘Master Artisans’ line aims to highlight the work of Mexico’s most talented artists.

The Ángel Santos edition, which at launch sold for $5,000 a bottle , can now reach up to $20,000.

5. Clase Azul Jalisco 200 Limited Edition

Price/Bottle: $25,000

The Clase Azul Jalisco is an extra anejo tequila, named after Jalisco, a state in Mexico.

As the name might also suggest, only 200 bottles of this limited-edition tequila were distilled.

The tequila comes packaged inside a custom-built wooden box, which opens to reveal a drinking glass on either side.

With just 200 bottles released, getting your hands on one of these bottles isn’t cheap.

4. Clase Azul 15th Anniversary Edition

Price/bottle: $30,000.

The Clase Azul celebrated its 15th anniversary by releasing 15 limited edition bottles priced at $30,000 each.

Each of the unique bottles was handcrafted to convey the story of Mexico and all proceeds from the sale of these bottles were donated to the Fundacion con Causa Azul A.C, which supports the work of craftsmen and artisans in Mexico.

Although this tequila is no longer available for sale, we imagine that Clase Azul will release another special edition for a future anniversary, so if you want to grab a bottle, be sure to keep your eyes peeled.

3. Jose Cuervo 250 Aniversario The Rolling Stones Special Edition

Price/Bottle: $75,000

Jose Cuervo was the very first legal tequila company to be established, with the company’s history dating back to 1795 .

To celebrate the 250th anniversary of Case Cuervo, Jose Cuervo released the 250 Anniversario tequila.

They also released a limited edition of the tequila, in collaboration with the Rolling Stones rock band.

The Jose Cuervo brand played a leading role in the Rolling Stones’ 1972 North American tour, ‘Tequila Sunrise’.

For the Rolling Stones special edition, the tequila bottle is embossed with the famous ‘Hot Lips’ logo in 14-carat gold, and spikes along the sides.

It also comes packaged in a leather guitar-shaped case, including seven shot glasses.

The tequila was initially released with a price tag of just $4,000, but prices have skyrocketed to almost $75,000 since then.

2. Tequila Ley .925 Ultra-Premium

Price/Bottle: $225,000

In 2006, the artists at Tequila Ley designed three unique bottles to contain the tequila designed by Mexican artist Alejandro Gomez.

Each bottle was only created 33 times, for a total of 99 bottles, each more expensive than the last.

While this tequila in a glass bottle retails for $3,500, the gold and silver bottle goes for $25,000, and the gold and platinum for $150,000.

The most expensive of all was the white gold and platinum, which carried the insane price tag of $225,000!

Although the tequila itself is delectable, the real stars are the bottles that collectors and tequila enthusiasts scrambled to try and grab while they lasted.

1. Tequila Ley .925 Diamante

Price/Bottle: $3.5 Million

Recorded as the most expensive tequila ever sold by a mile, the .925 Diamante is a true work of art.

The Ley .925 Diamante tequila is made from 100% Blue Weber agave, which is grown in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico.

The tequila is then aged for 7 years inside French Oak barrels before being poured into a platinum and white gold version of Tequila Ley’s signature-shaped bottle.

However, none of these things truly account for the Diamante’s insane price tag.

As the name might suggest, the bottle is encrusted with 4000 diamonds, amounting to a total of 18.5 carats.

Now that we’ve come to the end of the list, you might have noticed a common theme.

Clase Azul had the most entries on this list, holding seven positions in the top 20.

This is largely due to the fact they treat their bottles as artwork, often showcasing hand-painted art in limited edition releases.

That’s not to take away from their tequila, but to say that their unique approach is very popular among collectors and tequila enthusiasts alike.

Here’s a quick recap of the 20 most expensive tequilas in the world:

• Tequila Ley .925 Diamante
• Tequila Ley .925 Ultra-Premium
• Jose Cuervo 250 Aniversario The Rolling Stones Special Edition
• Clase Azul 15th Anniversary Edition
• Clase Azul Jalisco 200 Limited Edition
• Clase Azul Tequila Master Artisans
• Patron Limited Edition En Lalique Serie 2 Extra Anejo
• Clase Azul Dia de Los Muertos Limited Edition
• Clase Azul Puebla Limited Edition Tequila
• Dos Armadillos Sterling Silver Extra Anejo
• Patron Limited Edition En Lalique Serie 1 Extra Anejo
• Patron Limited Edition En Lalique Serie 3
• Clase Azul Pink Limited Edition Reposado
• Codigo 1530 Fourteen Years Extra Anejo
• Tesla Tequila Anejo
• Asombroso The Collaboration 12 Year Extra Anejo
• AsomBroso Reserva del Porto Extra Anejo
• Clase Azul Extra Añejo Ultra
• Barrique de Ponciano Porfidio
• 1800 Coleccion Tequila

Are there any tequilas we missed out from the list? Leave a comment below.

The 25 most expensive cigars in the world.

What are the most expensive cigars in the world?

Cigars have risen in price rapidly over the past two decades.

They’re associated with luxury and wealth more than ever before, and cigar aficionados are constantly looking for rare and exclusive cigars to add to their collections.

This begs the question: how expensive can cigars be, and how difficult could it be to get your hands on the rarest of the rare?

Today we’re bringing you our updated list of the most expensive cigars in the world.

How did we select this list of cigars?

One of the issues with many expensive cigar lists on the internet, including the original version of our own, is how the cigar values are calculated.

For instance, there was once an auction for a very rare box of cigars that sold for more than half a million dollars, but the box consisted of almost 800 cigars. More details on that are below.

We’ve decided to thoroughly calculate the price/stick for each of the entries on this list, so you can have a clearer understanding of exactly which cigars are the most expensive in the world.

Whilst it may be difficult to obtain some of these cigars individually, assuming you’d want to obtain them of course, we think this is the best way of ranking the list.

Another thing we decided to take into account is limited edition releases which are packaged in custom humidors instead of regular boxes.

These humidors can often cost thousands of dollars alone, and end up distorting the price of the cigar.

Can people still buy these cigars?

Most of the cigars featured on this list can still be bought and smoked to this day. 

Many of them are limited edition lines and are likely harder to find than most cigars.

What exactly makes some cigars more expensive than others?

Typically, there are a few things that can factor into cigar price:

• Limited edition productions
• Aged tobacco
• Brand recognition

Limited edition productions can often limit the total number of cigars produced, and as time passes the number of those remaining drops.

A lot of rare cigar releases also use aged tobacco leaves, and you’ll see several brands on this list that age their tobacco for at least 10 years before the cigar is rolled.

Brand recognition also plays a part as particular brands such as Cohiba are always sought after.

Finally, if none of the above results in a cigar being expensive, there are a select few who will cover cigars in gold leaf, and diamonds, and infuse them with expensive cognac.

But more on that later.

The 25 Most Expensive Cigars

We’ve done countless hours of research to ensure that our updated version of this list is the best resource available.

Without further ado, let’s get into this list of the 25 most expensive cigars in the world:

25. El Septimo The Zaya Collection (Mirifico Sapphire)

Price/Stick: $100

The Zaya Collection, produced by El Septimo, contains 8 different varieties of cigars.

Each variety contains five different filler tobaccos, with the tobacco leaves aged up to 15 years.

Typically, each cigar features are larger ring gauge of around 60, due to the variety of filler leaves used.

Whilst the cigars within this collection have very different flavor profiles from one another, the prices/stick are relatively similar.

At the time of researching this article, we’ve included the variety selling for the most, which is Mirifico Sapphire, at $100/stick.

Other varieties within the collection include:

• Bomba Orange
• Short Dream Topaz
• Kolosso Amethyst
• Fabuloso Dark Ruby
• Excepcion Esmerelda
• Double Shot White
• Bullet Black

24. Arturo Fuente Opus X 20th Anniversary

Price/Stick: $115

Arturo Fuente has long been known for their high-quality cigars, and their Opus X range contains some of the most sought-after cigars in the brand’s history.

The Opus X line was created in 1995 and in 2016 Fuente released the ‘Opus X 20th Anniversary’ edition to commemorate 20 years of the Opus X.

The ’20th Anniversary’ line contained four cigars:

• Father & Son
• God’s Whisper
• Power of A Dream

The prices do vary between each variety, however, because the ‘God’s Whisper’ variety comes in a ‘Perfecto’ size it tends to be sold for higher prices than the rest of the line.

23. Cohiba Spectre 2023

Price/Stick: $130

The Spectre line from Cohiba was initially introduced in 2018 and cost $90 per stick.

Separate versions of the Cohiba Spectre have since been released annually, with the most expensive being the Spectre 2023.

The 2023 Spectre is limited to 600 boxes of 10 cigars, featuring a 52 ring gauge and 6 1/2 inches in length.

What’s most interesting about the release is the packaging, which differs somewhat from most cigars, including that of Cohiba.

The cigars are stored in a box that opens vertically, featuring a hydraulic system that elevates the tubed cigars when you press the ‘O’ button inside the Cohiba logo.

22. Davidoff Royal Release Salamones

Price/Stick: $150

To be qualified enough to roll the Royal Release Salamones, Davidoff makes sure you have more than 15 years of experience rolling cigars.

This cigar is only rolled by 8 different people who together have rolled over 7 million cigars.

The Royal Release Salmones takes 10 years to grow from tobacco seed to finished product and is sold in boxes of 10 for $1,500.

21. Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 Reserva Cosecha 2012

Price/Stick: $181

The Epicure No. 2 is one of Hoyo de Monterrey’s signature cigars.

In 2016, Habanos SA announced the release of the No. 2 Reserva Cosecha 2012.

This blend only uses tobacco leaves from 2012, aged for a minimum of three years.

With just 5000 boxes of 20 cigars produced, this cigar is bound to increase in value with time.

20. Hoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas Gran Reserva Cosecha 2013

Price/Stick: $200

Here we have another Hoyo de Monterrey ‘Reserva’ release, the Double Coronas Gran Reserva Cosecha 2013.

Typically, Gran Reserva lines are more sought after than regular Reserva series, due to the difference in tobacco aging.

Reserva cigar blends use tobacco leaves that are aged for a minimum of three years.

Whereas Gran Reserva blends use tobacco leaves aged for a minimum of 5 years.

Gran Reservas are also produced with only 15 sticks per box, instead of the usual 20.

19. Cohiba Siglo De Oro (Year of the Rabbit)

Price/Stick: $250

In 2023, Cohiba announced the release of the Siglo De Oro, to commemorate both the Chinese ‘Year of the Rabbit’, and also the 30th anniversary of the Siglo series.

Naturally, people across China, Hong Kong, and various other countries in Asia were the first to see these cigars unveiled.

Only 18,888 boxes of the Siglo De Oro will be produced.

That number might sound oddly specific, and it is indeed no coincidence, as the number 8 is lucky in Chinese culture.

The Siglo De Oro is a 54 ring gauge, 4 1/2 inch long cigar, sold in boxes of 18.

  18. H. Upmann Sir Winston Gran Reserva Cosecha 2011

Price/Stick: $260

H. Upmann is one of the oldest cigar brands in the world, with history going all the way back to 1843.

The Sir Winston Gran Reserva Cosecha is of course named after the legendary Sir Winston Churchill , who was known not only for being one of the most important prime ministers in British history; but also for his love of cigars.

The Gran Reserve line was launched by H. Upmann in 2009, and in 2011 the Sir Winston edition was released.

Just 5000 boxes of 15 cigars were produced, for a total of 75,000 cigars.

17. Partagas Serie E No.1 Colección Habanos 2013

Price/stick: $280.

The Serie E No. 1 Colección Habanos 2013 from Partagas appears 18th on our list of the most expensive cigars.

With this particular cigar now being over 10 years old, its price has risen heavily.

You can still find this cigar for sale in the USA for roughly $280 per stick, however, prices do vary.

16. Hoyo De Monterrey Maravillas Collection 2015

Price/stick: $290.

The most expensive Hoyo de Monterrey cigar is the Maravillas Collection 2015.

There were just 2000 boxes of 20 cigars produced, amounting to a total of 40,000 cigars.

Given the smaller production number in comparison to the other Hoyo de Monterrey’s featured on this list, you can expect to pay $290/stick for this cigar.

15. Cohiba Behike Series

Price/Stick $300

Cohiba Behikes are one of the most popular and sought-after cigars in the world.

Behike cigars are known for their full-strength flavor and quality, provided you can get your hands on the authentic product.

They’re sold in three different ring gauges: 52, 54, and 56.

These sizes are represented in their names respectively: Behike 52, Behike 54, and Behike 56.

The Cohiba Behike cigars are sold in 10-count boxes and increase in price depending on their size.

14. Oliva Serie V Roaring Twenties Super Limited Edition

Oliva Cigar Co. are well known for producing cigars that provide a great smoking experience for a great value.

However, in 2023 they decided to do something a little different.

The most popular line of Oliva cigars is the ‘Series V’, and last year they announced a new Series V Roaring Twenties Super Limited Edition.

When we take a look at the average price of an Oliva cigar, we can see a price of around $10, so what’s different?

The packaging is the most notable difference, with the Roaring Twenties SLE cigars being placed in boxes produced by Daniel Marshall.

Half of the cigars (the top layer) are also covered in gold foil.

In addition, there will only ever be 300 boxes created, for a total of 3000 cigars.

13. Trinidad Casilda Coleccion Habanos 2019

Price/stick: $370.

As you may have already noticed, Habanos limited edition collections can become incredibly expensive.

The Trinidad Casilda 2019 is another edition within the Coleccion Habanos with only 3000 boxes being produced.

This cigar once again features the traditional book-shaped box packaging as with any ‘Coleccion Habanos’ release.

Getting your hands on a single stick could cost up to $370.

12. Daniel Marshall 24KT Golden Gigante

Price/Stick: $395

Continuing both the obsession with gold and also the story of Daniel Marshall brings us to the next cigar on our list.

For those who are unaware of Daniel Marshall ; he’s a well-known figure within the cigar industry for his work with manufacturing custom humidors.

In 2011, Marshall decided to create a 24KT gold cigar for his friend’s 64th birthday. 

Marshall then produced a limited run of the cigar which would be packaged in a custom-signed travel humidor.

The 24kt cigar comes in two sizes, Torpedo and Gigante, with the Gigante size being the more expensive of the two.

Its base is that of the DM2 cigar, also sold by Daniel Marshall, which is rolled and sold to him by the Plasencia factory.

Daniel then covers the cigar with a thin layer of gold leaf from Italy.

  11. Montecristo Gran Piramides Limited Edition 2017

Price/Stick: $400 

Montecristo is one of the most popular cigar brands in the world, and one of their most expensive cigars is the Gran Piramides Limited Edition from 2017.

The Gran Piramides are part of the ‘Coleccion Habanos’, which come packaged in a box that’s shaped to look like a book.

At its core, the Gran Piramides are a Montecristo No. 2 that has been increased in size for this limited collection.

This cigar has a length of 6.25 inches and a ring gauge of 57, while Montecristo No. 2’s are a 52 ring gauge, and slightly shorter in length.

Only 2000 boxes of the Gran Piramides 2017 were produced by Habanos SA.

10. Partagas Lusitanias Gran Reserva Cosecha 2007

Price/Stick: $430

Continuing with another Habanos SA-produced cigar, the 2007 Gran Reserva Lusitanias from Partagas is our 11th most expensive cigar.

Just 5000 boxes of 15 cigars were produced, resulting in a total count of 75,000 cigars.

The Gran Reserve Cosecha 2007 can still be found for sale, but given its age, you might have to shell out more than you wish to.

9. Cohiba Talisman Edicion Limitada 2017

Price/Stick: $450

When it was originally released, the Cohiba Talisman EL 2017 cost just $547 for a box of 10.

Since their release, the price has risen rapidly year over year.

The cigars were produced at the world-famous El Laguito factory in Havana, Cuba.

At the time of writing this article, you’d be lucky to find a single stick for under $450.

8. Cohiba 55 Aniversario Edicion Limitada 2021

Price/Stick: $500

While not the most expensive release from Cohiba in the year 2021, the next entry on this list was certainly an important one.

The 55 Anniversario Edicion Limitada 2021 marked the 55th anniversary of Cohiba.

As the name suggests, the cigar was indeed a limited edition, and difficult to get a hold of.

The cigar was released in 10-count boxes, costing roughly $5000/box.

7. Davidoff Oro Blanco

Price/Stick: $600

Davidoff claims that the Oro Blanco is the most exceptional cigar they’ve ever created.

The Oro Blanco is a 6-inch, 54 ring gauge, toro-shaped cigar, with an all-Dominican wrapper, binder, and filler

So why does it cost $600 per cigar?

One of the main reasons for its high cost is due to Davidoff’s aging process.

The Oro Blanco, which translates to “White Gold”, is made with tobacco leaves grown in areas with some of the richest soil across the entire Dominican Republic.

The leaves are then aged for 12 years before the cigar is rolled; a task completed only by Davidoff’s most experienced rollers (15+ years of experience).

After one additional year of aging, the single cigar is then reviewed, approved, and placed into a custom box.

6. Mayan Sicars

Price/stick: $633.

At the beginning of this article, we mentioned a specific auction involving a box of 800 cigars.

In 2012, a large crate of Mayan cigars, expected to be more than 600 years old, was discovered in Guatemala.

It’s important to mention that the most reliable source of this information mentions the sale of all 800 cigars for a total of $507,000, which would put the price/stick at $633.

The cigars were buried deep below the surface in sealed clay pots, and discovered by an archeologist team from Tampa University.

Who paid the $507,000? A man named Gary Liotta, owner of the Santiago Cigar Factory in New York.

5. Gurkha His Majesty’s Reserve

Price/Stick: $750

On the sixth spot, we have Gurkha His Majesty’s Reserve cigar.

It’s made each year, and if you’re a cigar enthusiast, you will need to preorder them a few years beforehand. 

The total size of each cigar is 7-5 x 52 inches. The Connecticut Maduro wrapper comes with a Dominican binder and filler that is aged for 12 years.

The filler is infused with Louis XIII cognac, which gives it an amazing aroma.

This cigar is very rare and special, and the cognac has been known for selling only to dignitaries worldwide. 

A total of 75 boxes are being made every year. The incredible aroma, as well as the taste of the cigar, will be something that you will be so impressed with that you will never forget. 

4. Cohiba Ideales Coleccion 2021

Price/Stick: $1100

As the name suggests, this Cohiba cigar was released in 2021, measuring almost 7 inches in length, with a 56 ring gauge.

The Ideales Coleccion 2021 is limited to just 3000 boxes of 20 cigars, totaling 60,000 sticks.

The box is manufactured to look like a book.

Cohiba’s Ideales Coleccion 2021 is the last cigar to feature on this list that isn’t either covered in gold leaf and crystals or nearly 20 years old.

Which makes it the most expensive plain cigar that can still be purchased today.

3. Gurkha Black Dragon (2006 Edition)

Price/stick: $1,150.

The Gurkha Black Dragon is a cigar that you can still buy and smoke newer versions of to this day, but the original 2006 edition is a rare find.

The OG boxes were handmade using camel bone and were limited to just 5 boxes of 100 cigars.

Those who have smoked the original Black Dragon from 2006, and the newer editions seem to conclude that the taste is more or less the same.

Although the 2006 first edition of the Gurkha Black Dragon cost around $1,150, given how limited it was at the time; the current version of this cigar can be added to your collection for just $40/stick.

2. King of Denmark Cigar

Price/stick: $4,500.

The King of Denmark cigar is produced by Royal Danish and only 30 sticks are rolled per day.

Buyers can customize the cigar with both 24KT gold leaf and Swarovski crystals. 

They’re also able to have their name inscribed on the cigar.

Whilst this cigar doesn’t have to cost you thousands, it can reach up to $4,500/stick depending on the customization.

1. Gurkha Royal Courtesan

Price/Stick: $1.36 Million

The most expensive cigar in the world is the Gurkha Royal Courtesan cigar.

The Royal Courtesan is worth a ridiculous $1.36 million per stick.

One of the most interesting things here is that Gurkha are not known for their quality. 

In fact, Gurkha’s quality control is often a common problem reported by fellow cigar aficionados.

This begs the question: why does this cigar cost so much more money than anything else on the list before it?

Let’s get into the details of the Royal Courtesan:

• The cigar’s filler is infused with Remy Martin’s Louis XIII cognac.
• It’s hand-rolled by a select few skilled rollers, who are blindfolded.
• The band of the cigar is covered in 5-carat diamonds.
• Rare Himalayan tobacco leaves are used for the wrapper.
• The wrapper is also covered in a layer of 24KT gold leaf.
• Personal delivery to the owner by a messenger

Notable Mentions

That concludes our main list of the 25 most expensive cigars in the world.

There are, however, a few entries we’d like to mention.

Although these weren’t included in the main list, they’re worth mentioning to any fellow cigar aficionado.

Regius Double Corona Cigar

Price: $52,000.

We decided to leave out the Regius Double Corona from our main list as the cigar itself is not the main reason for the high price.

In 2013, Regius Cigars developed their Double Corona cigar, which is produced in Nicaragua.

However, the main attraction was not actually the cigar itself, but what was included with the purchase.

The buyer of the cigar would be flown first class out to Regius headquarters in Nicaragua, where they would be given a private tour of the factory.

They would also be allowed to create their own cigar blend, and be given 1000 sticks of said blend to take home with them.

Gran Habano #5 El Gigante

Price: $185,000.

Technically this cigar does have a clear price/stick, selling for $185,000 in 2013.

However, it’s probably worth mentioning that the cigar is 19 feet long, 3 feet thick, and weighs over 600 pounds.

Here are some interesting facts about the Gran Habano #5 El Gigante:

• Despite its size, it can be smoked by multiple people at the same time.
• Made with 1,600 pounds of tobacco.
• Equivalent to smoking 25,000 cigars
• Contains 15,000 wrapper leaves
• Has a ring gauge of 1920
• Weighs 2,500 pounds with the wooden case

We decided to separate the El Gigante from our main list of expensive cigars, but the story itself is worth mentioning.

If you enjoyed this list, don’t forget to check out our other most expensive lists:

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• The Most Expensive Cigarettes
• The Most Expensive Bourbons
• The Most Expensive Tequila

Here’s a quick recap of the 25 most expensive cigars in the world, per stick:

• Gurkha Royal Courtesan
• King of Denmark
• Gurkha Black Dragon (2006 Edition)
• Cohiba Ideales Coleccion 2021
• Gurkha His Majesty’s Reserve
• Mayan Sicars
• Davidoff Oro Blanco
• Cohiba 55 Aniversario Edicion Limitada 2021
• Cohiba Talisman Edicion Limitada 2017
• Partagas Lusitanias Gran Reserva Cosecha 2007
• Montecristo Gran Piramides Limited Edition 2017
• Daniel Marshall 24KT Golden Gigante
• Trinidad Casilda Coleccion Habanos 2019
• Oliva Serie V Roaring Twenties Super Limited Edition
• Cohiba Behike Series
• Hoyo De Monterrey Maravillas Collection 2015
• Partagas Serie E No.1 Colección Habanos 2013
• H. Upmann Sir Winston Gran Reserva Cosecha 2011
• Cohiba Siglo De Oro (Year of the Rabbit)
• Hoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas Gran Reserva Cosecha 2013
• Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 Reserva Cosecha 2012
• Davidoff Royal Release Salamones
• Cohiba Spectre 2023
• Arturo Fuente Opus X 20th Anniversary
• El Septimo The Zaya Collection (Mirifico Sapphire)

Are there any cigars we’ve missed from this list? Leave a comment below.

The 10 most expensive countries to live in worldwide.

Which are the most expensive countries to live in worldwide? Hold tight, as you’re about to find out.

If you’ve dreamed about moving abroad and starting life afresh in a new country, then read through this list before you do, as you might be shocked to find out just how expensive some of these lesser-known countries are. 

We’ve put together this list based on accommodation and living expenses for a single person living in the capital city of each country, and according to population. 

Here’s a list of the 10 most expensive countries to live in worldwide…

The list of countries and figures mentioned below have been compiled from various sources around the web, such as World Population Review & Nomad List .

These are the 10 most expensive countries to live in worldwide:

10. Barbados – $2,061

Kicking off our list of the 10 most expensive countries to live in worldwide, is Barbados. 

Barbados is a sovereign island nation in the Lesser Antilles of the West Indies, which is the Caribbean region of North America. 

It covers approximately 349km² and is 23 kilometres wide and 34 kilometres long, with a total population of 285,719 people. 

Barbados is the fourth-most densely populated country in the Americas and, it’s capital city, Bridgetown, has approximately 110,000 people living in it. 

To rent a one-bedroom studio apartment in Bridgetown, you’re looking at spending around $500 a month, or $100 a night in an Airbnb. 

A basic meal out will cost you no less than $13. A beer is around $6.50 and coffee is approximately $5.00 depending on where you go. 

9. Japan – $2,612

The ninth most expensive country to live in worldwide is Japan. 

Japan is an archipelago island nation in South-East Asia, made up of 6,852 islands, with a current total population of 126.8 million people. 

Of the 6,582 islands, the four largest islands account for the majority of inhabitants, as roughly 97% Japans population live on the four islands. 

Japan has many major cities, like Osaka, Yokohoma, Nagoya and Sapporo, which are all populated by more than 2 million people. 

However, Tokyo, Japans Capital City and the largest city in Japan, has an approximate population of 37 million people. 

To rent a one-bedroom studio apartment in Tokyo, you’re looking at spending in the region of $1,370 a month, or $111 a night in an Airbnb. 

Eating out varies in price, but as an average for one person, you should be looking at spending around $15.00 for a basic meal and around $6.00 for a beer.

Coffee is also pretty reasonable, considering how expensive Tokyo is, at $2.81 a cup. 

8. Norway – $2,659

Located in Northern Europe, Norway is a Scandinavian country with a total population of 5.3 million people. 

Norway shares its borders with Sweden, Russia and Finland, and has a total landmass of 385,203 km².

It’s only the 171st most densely populated country on earth, with roughly 14 people for every square kilometre. 

Rent is expensive in Norway’s capital, so renting a one-bedroom studio apartment in Oslo, will set you back around $1,193 a month, or $85 a night in an Airbnb. 

You won’t have much change left from $15 when buying a meal out, and a beer will set you back around $9.11.

7. The Bahamas – $2,704

The next most expensive country in the world to live in is The Bahamas. 

Made up of over 700 islands, the Bahamas has an approximate population of 389,482 million people living across its 13,943km² landmass. 

The largest city in the Bahamas is Nassau, with a total population of 255,000. 

If you’re thinking about visiting the Bahamas, then you should budget approximately $950 a month for a one-bedroom studio apartment in the city, or $149 a night for an Airbnb. 

You’ll need to take at least $50-$100 with you when you go out for a meal and some drinks, as a basic meal costs around $15-$20 and a beer will cost you around $2.50. 

Coffee is a little on the expensive side, at around $5 each. 

6. Luxembourg – $2,751

One of the smallest countries on our list, Luxembourg, is also one of the smallest sovereign nations on the planet, and it won’t leave you with a lot of wiggle room when it comes to your monthly expenses. 

Luxembourg is a landlocked country, located in western Europe, and has an estimated population of 620,319 people. 

Its population is small compared to other countries on the list, however, it has roughly 207 people per square kilometre, making it the 67th most densely populated country on earth. 

When you arrive in Luxembourg City, you can expect to pay around $1,322 per month for a one-bedroom studio apartment, or $80 a night in an Airbnb. 

Luxembourg seems like it’s slightly more expensive than the Bahamas when it comes to luxuries like beer and coffee, as one beer will cost you around $9 and coffee will set you back $6. 

Eating a basic meal out will cost between $17-$25 for one person depending on what you order. 

5. Iceland – $2,802

Coming in at number five on our list of the most expensive countries in the world is Iceland. 

Iceland is located between the North and Atlantic Oceans and has a total surface area of 103,001 square kilometres. 

However, Iceland’s population of 339,949 people, remains relatively low in comparison to others on our list as its harsh geographical landscape proves difficult to live in for many, at times. 

As a result, Iceland has the lowest population density of any European country, at just 3 people per kilometre. 

Staying in Iceland will cost you approximately $1,236 a month for a one-bedroom studio apartment in the capital city of Reykjavik, or $128 a night in an Airbnb.  

Whilst you’re there, eating out will cost you around $12 for a basic meal, $8 for a beer and $2.15 for a cup of coffee. 

4. Denmark – $3,312

The southernmost Nordic country in Northern Europe, Denmark, is the fourth most expensive country to live in worldwide. 

Denmark, bordered by Germany, Sweden and Norway has a total current population of 5.7 million people. 

The Scandinavian countries capital city is Copenhagen, which has an urban population of 1.2 million people, and a metropolitan population of 1.99 million.  

Known as one of the happiest places to live on earth, Copenhagen is also a very expensive city to live in.

For a one-bedroom studio apartment, you’re looking at $1,917 a month, or $96 a night in an Airbnb. 

Eating out will cost you approximately $18 per person and beers and coffee are anyway between $5.50-$6.50 a pop!

3. Switzerland – $3,162

Switzerland is the third most expensive country to live in worldwide. 

With more than 8.6 million people living across, 41,285 square kilometres, Switzerland is the 95th most populated country in the world, and the 135th largest country in terms of the total landmass. 

Switzerland has a number of beautiful cities to live in, like it’s capital, Bern, and it’s the largest city, Zurich. 

Bern has approximately 133,000 people living there and accommodation for a month in Bern, for one person, will cost in the region of $1,366, or $86 a night in an Airbnb. 

A meal out will cost you approximately $15-$20, with an additional beer costing around $6.00 and coffee costing around $5.00 a cup. 

2. Cayman Islands – $3,387

The Cayman Islands is the second most populated British overseas territory in the world, just behind Bermuda.

It is located in the western end of the Caribbean sea and has a total current population of approximately 63,000 people. 

It’s made up of a number of islands like Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. 

The Cayman Islands are well known for housing offshore companies, and it’s believed that there are over 100,000 companies registered in the Cayman Islands. 

If you’re considering doing business in George Town, the capital city of the Cayman Islands, then a one-bedroom studio apartment will cost you around $1,924 a month or $83 a night in an Airbnb. 

Food and drink on the island are where you might spend a lot of your money.

A basic meal out will cost you at least $20-$30, with beer costing around $8.00 and coffee costing around $7 a cup. 

1. Bermuda – $5,011  

At over $5,000 a month for accommodation and living expenses, Bermuda is the most expensive place to live in worldwide.

Similar to the Cayman Islands, Bermuda is another British territory located in the North Atlantic. 

Bermuda has a total population of approximately 65,000 people living across a total landmass of 20.5 square miles. 

Its capital city, Hamilton, is also Bermudas only incorporated city and has a current population of just over 1,000 people. 

When looking for accommodation in the city, you’re going to need some deep pockets, as a one-bedroom studio apartment will cost you around $2,675 a month, or $212 a night in an Airbnb. 

If you’re a drinker, then get prepared to spend some cash, as one glass of beer will cost you a minimum of $10, and dinner will be around $20-$30 per person. 

Bermuda is the most expensive country to live in worldwide. 

We hope you enjoyed our list of the 10 most expensive countries to live in worldwide.

Well, there you have it, those were some super expensive countries to live in.

Living in those countries might make you think twice about drinking alcohol , on a regular occasion, and make you sharpen the purse strings a bit more.

However, it’s all relative and depends on your disposable income and expenses.

So, if you’re still planning on moving to, or even visiting one of these countries long term, then at least you know what to expect. 

Here’s a quick recap of the 10 most expensive countries to live in worldwide:

• Bermuda – $5,011
• Cayman Islands – $3,387
• Switzerland – $3,162
• Denmark – $3,312
• Iceland – $2,802
• Luxembourg – $2,751
• The Bahamas – $2,704
• Japan – $2,612
• Norway – $2,291
• Barbados – $2,061

What’s your favourite most expensive country? Leave a comment below.

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Posted: 15 March 2024 | Last updated: 16 March 2024

Have you ever dreamed of packing a bag and starting over in the hustle and bustle of New York City? Or spending your golden years in the Hawaiian paradise of Honolulu? Sadly, these romantic daydreams are even further from reality than they once were (unless you happen to have won the lottery). The rental markets in these coveted cities have skyrocketed in recent years, contributing to cost-of-living crises breaking out across the globe. In 2024, it truly is a landlord's world. 

To calculate just how expensive it is to rent in each city,  Numbeo has come up with the Cost of Rent Index. According to their website, "This index estimates the prices of renting apartments in a city compared to New York City. If the Rent Index is 80, it suggests that the average rental prices in that city are approximately 20% lower than those in New York City." For reference, the Point2 real estate agency estimates that an average NYC apartment goes for US$4,392 per month. 

In this gallery, you'll find the 30 cities that score highest on the Rent Index. Click through for a tour of the most eye-wateringly expensive rental markets in the world and find out what they have to offer! 

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30. St Helier, Jersey

St Helier, with a rent index of 55.2, is a blend of small-town charm and modern living. As the capital of Jersey, it offers a serene lifestyle within its 10.6 km² (4.09 miles²), making it a uniquely upscale destination.

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29. Nashville, Tennessee, US

Nashville, scoring 55.7 on the rent index, is the heart of country music and a burgeoning business hub. Its blend of cultural richness and economic growth makes it an appealing, yet expensive, place to live.

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28. Chicago, Illinois, US

Chicago, with a rent index of 56.0, is a blend of architectural marvels and culture. As one of America's largest cities, it offers a dynamic urban lifestyle. However, it's also one of the most expensive to live in. 

27. Sydney, Australia

Sydney's rent index of 56.2 reflects its status as Australia's bustling economic powerhouse. Known for its stunning harbor and vibrant lifestyle, living here comes with a high price tag.

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26. Raleigh, North Carolina, US

Raleigh, with a rent index of 56.4, is a hub of education and technology in North Carolina. Its blend of academic institutions and tech companies makes it a highly desirable, yet costly, place to live.

25. St. Petersburg, Florida, US

With a rent index of 57.0, St. Petersburg is a gem on Florida's gulf coast. Known for its sunny weather and arts scene, it's a smaller city with a big appeal and equally big living costs.

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24. Tampa, Florida, US

Tampa, scoring 59.4 on the rent index, is known for its port and rich cultural history. This coastal city combines business with leisure, offering a lively yet expensive lifestyle.

23. Charlotte, North Carolina, US

With a rent index of 59.7, Charlotte is North Carolina's commercial giant. Known for its influential banking sector, it's a city where business thrives against a backdrop of Southern charm.

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22. Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US

Fort Lauderdale scores 61.3 on the rent index. It's famed for its boating canals and splendid beaches, making it a sought-after location for sun-seekers and yacht enthusiasts alike.

21. Dublin, Ireland

Dublin, with its rent index of 61.6, is Ireland's cultural heart and economic center. Known for its vibrant history, literature, and cozy pubs, it offers a rich lifestyle that comes at a serious premium.

20. Honolulu, Hawaii, US

Honolulu, paradise personified, has a rent index of 62.0. As Hawaii's vibrant capital, it's known for its stunning beaches and tourism-driven economy, making it an expensive but desirable place to live.

19. Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Hong Kong, with a rent index of 64.1, is an East-meets-West metropolis. Known for its skyline and deep natural harbor, it's a financial giant where space is at a premium.

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18. Austin, Texas, US

Austin, scoring 65.1 on the rent index, is Texas' vibrant capital. Famous for its music scene and tech industry, it's a city where innovation meets tradition, driving up living costs.

17. Zug, Switzerland

Zug, with a rent index of 66.5, is a blend of ancient charm and modern affluence. Known for its low taxes and high quality of life, it's a discreet yet expensive haven for the wealthy.

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16. Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich scores 69.0 on the rent index, reflecting its status as a global financial center. Known for its pristine environment and affluent lifestyle, Zurich combines luxury with the tranquility of nature.

15. Geneva, Switzerland

Geneva, with a rent index of 69.0, is a city of international diplomacy. Nestled amidst Alpine beauty, it's a financial and cultural hotspot, offering a high quality of life at a high cost.

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14. London, United Kingdom

With a rent index of 69.5, London is a global city of immense prestige. It combines rich history with modern flair, making it one of the world's most sought-after yet expensive places to live.

13. Seattle, Washington, US

Seattle's 69.6 rent index mirrors its status as a booming tech hub. Home to major firms and lush green landscapes, it offers a unique mix of urban and natural beauty, albeit at a premium.

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12. Washington, D.C., US

Washington D.C., the nation's capital, scores 70.9 on the rent index. Known for its historical monuments and high living costs, it's a hub of political power and cultural diversity.

11. Miami, Florida, US

Miami, a sun-drenched paradise with a rent index of 72.1, is Florida's economic powerhouse. Famous for its beaches and the world's largest cruise ship port, it's as dynamic as it is expensive.

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10. Los Angeles, California, US

With a rent index of 72.3, Los Angeles epitomizes the blend of entertainment, culture, and business. Known for Hollywood, it's a city where dreams are pursued, albeit at a high cost of living.

9. San Jose, California, US

Boasting a rent index of 74.2, San Jose is the heart of Silicon Valley. This city is a tech enthusiast’s dream, hosting numerous innovative firms, which contributes to its high living expenses.

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8. Oakland, California, US

Oakland stands out with a rent index of 74.3. Known for one of America's busiest ports, this Californian city is a vital trade and transport center with escalating rental prices.

7. Boston, Massachusetts, US

Boston's rent index of 75.2 mirrors its role as a significant educational and technological hub. This city blends a rich history with modern innovation, contributing to its high living costs.

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6. George Town, Cayman Islands

George Town, with a rent index of 76.4, is the epitome of luxury in the Cayman Islands. Its tax-friendly policies make it a magnet for financial institutions.

5. San Diego, California, US

With a rent index of 76.5, San Diego's appeal is multifaceted – a military stronghold, a tech hub, and a city rich in employment opportunities.

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4. San Francisco, California, US

San Francisco's rent index of 91.4 reflects its status as a tech and cultural hub. This vibrant city, known for steep hills and eclectic architecture, faces a housing crunch that drives up living costs.

3. Hamilton, Bermuda

In Bermuda's heart lies Hamilton, a tax haven and insurance powerhouse. With a rent index of 92.2, it's a blend of finance and tropical allure, making it a unique and costly residence.

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2. Republic of Singapore

Singapore, a city-state, dazzles with prosperity. With a rent index of 97.1, this global powerhouse is renowned for its wealth, high living standards, and as a pivotal transportation hub in Asia.

1. New York, US

New York, the epitome of urban living, leads with a rent index score of 100. Known as the financial and cultural heart of the U.S., it combines high finance and high fashion, making it an irresistible yet pricey choice for many.

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The plundering of America's hospitals

When hospitals sold off their land, investors got rich. Patients paid the price.

In community after community, the hospitals keep closing. In 2018, it was Northside Regional Medical Center in Youngstown, Ohio.

In 2019, it was Ohio Valley Medical Center in Wheeling, West Virginia, along with East Ohio Regional Hospital across the river in Martins Ferry, Ohio. That November, St. Luke's Medical Center, which had treated patients in Phoenix for more than a century, shut its doors.

In 2020, as the pandemic hit, it was one in Massachusetts and another in West Virginia. Followed by four more — in California, Pennsylvania, and Texas — over the next three years.

Other hospitals are teetering on the brink. In 2022, Conemaugh Nason Medical Center in Pennsylvania announced it was ending OB-GYN deliveries, leaving some mothers-to-be to travel almost an hour to give birth. Last year, Glenwood Regional Medical Center in Louisiana was ordered by the state to turn away patients because of inadequate supplies and staffing levels.

In addition to their financial struggles, all of the hospitals shared three things in common. They all served low-income communities that suffered from a lack of access to healthcare. They were all owned at various points by for-profit investors, including leading private-equity firms like Cerberus , Leonard Green , and Apollo . And in a move that stripped the hospitals of one of their prime assets, the owners had sold the land beneath the facilities to a little-known real-estate investor called Medical Properties Trust. MPT, which has purchased some $16 billion of hospital real estate over the past two decades, now bills itself as one of the world's largest owners of hospital beds.

For many of the hospitals, the deals proved disastrous. Once their real estate was sold to MPT, they were forced to pay rent on what had always been their own property. That added to the massive debt burdens already placed on the hospitals by their for-profit owners, deepening their financial woes. It also deprived Americans of desperately needed healthcare and put lives at risk — all while enriching some of the world's wealthiest investors.

"It's the biggest scam that almost no one knows about," says Rob Simone, a researcher at the risk-management firm Hedgeye who has spent hundreds of hours digging through MPT's financial filings and business dealings.

Writ large, MPT's hospital investments represent a breathtaking scheme that has decimated healthcare in communities across America. And while the legal universe is not the same as the moral one — despicable actions, such as getting rich by cutting off care to the poor, can be perfectly legal — MPT's deals underscore how giant private-equity firms have profited while gutting a critical piece of America's infrastructure, even on deals that turned out to be financial catastrophes for the hospitals and their communities .

All told, at least 13 hospitals have closed or gone bankrupt after their land was sold to MPT. And the damage is far from over. In January, MPT reported that its biggest tenant, a nationwide chain of 32 hospitals called Steward, could no longer pay its rent. The announcement — which has left health officials scrambling for fallback plans to provide care to the 2.2 million people served by Steward — could foreshadow more hospital closings to come.

"MPT existed to allow private equity to take money out of our hospital system through uneconomic transactions," says Justin Simon, who runs a successful healthcare-focused hedge fund called Jasper Capital. "Now they've bankrupted the hospitals. The communities are left holding the bag, and no one is going to jail."

MPT was founded in 2003 by Ed Aldag, an Alabama native who serves as the firm's president, chairman, and CEO. The core idea was simple: to buy hospital real estate, pocket the lease payments, and use the money to reward investors. (By law, real-estate investment trusts like MPT must pay 90% of their taxable income to shareholders.) Over the past few decades, plenty of private-equity firms have engaged in a similar form of financial engineering, called sale-leasebacks, with hotels and retailers. Selling the real estate was a key element, for instance, of the financier Eddie Lampert's plan to make money from a struggling Sears . But no one had done it at a massive scale with hospitals — for reasons, perhaps, that should have been obvious.

MPT came along at the perfect moment. Hospitals in rural and underserved communities have always been a tough business, for the simple reason that they serve more patients who are uninsured or who rely on Medicaid, which reimburses at a fraction of the rate of commercial insurance. But then two things happened. First, in 2006, Bain Capital and a handful of other investors bought the massive hospital chain HCA and quickly made a fortune . Second, the passage of the Affordable Care Act in 2010 added to the gold-rush mentality by promising to dramatically expand the number of Americans with insurance, thereby improving hospital margins. By 2011, seven of the nation's top for-profit chains were owned by private-equity firms .

To say the investments didn't pan out would be an understatement. Obamacare didn't wind up providing the expected infusion of cash, and the government has continued to slash Medicaid reimbursements. As a result, hospitals in rural and underserved areas continued to be a difficult business proposition, and their private-equity investors were facing serious losses. "The hospital chains faced major challenges in meeting loan obligations," the economist Eileen Appelbaum and Rosemary Batt, a management professor at Cornell University, found.

What started out as a way to rescue failed investments wound up creating a whole new form of financial engineering for private-equity profiteers.

If capitalism worked the way it's supposed to, that would have been the end of the story. Investors make a bet, it goes sideways, and voilà , they lose their money. But in this case, private-equity firms found a new way to save their failed investments — by selling the land under the hospitals to MPT.

The company, which didn't respond to requests for comment, has insisted the deals are good for hospitals as well as investors, because they inject much-needed cash into underfunded systems. "We provide up to 100% of a hospital's real estate value to help fund facility expansions, investments in people and technology, and the execution of long-term growth strategies," MPT says on its website. "Ultimately, we help hospitals serve patients better around the world with our capital solutions."

Private-equity firms tell the same story. In statements to Business Insider, Cerberus, Apollo, and Leonard Green said none of the money from the MPT deals was distributed to shareholders. Instead, they said, the funds benefited the hospitals by enabling them to do things like improve their facilities, pay down their debts, provide benefits to their employees, and extend free care to their communities. The firms also insisted that their decisions left the hospitals in strong financial health. Leonard Green, for instance, said that when it exited its investment in a hospital system called Prospect in 2021, the company had "access to over a half billion dollars to support its operation."

But wherever the funds from the MPT transactions were placed on the books, the deals saddled the hospitals with years of rent payments, contributing to their financial struggles. And in the aftermath of the deals, private-equity firms wound up getting rich off investments that, by any rational measure, should have been failures — often by paying themselves and their investors hefty dividends. "I estimate that less than 10% of the money has actually been reinvested into the hospital systems," says Richard Mortell, the managing partner of Third Coast Real Estate Capital, who has studied MPT's deals. "The vast majority was either distributed to owners, or used to repay debt taken out to distribute money to owners."

Private-equity investors have long turned a profit by saddling the companies they buy with massive debt, even if it means running the businesses into the ground. But with MPT, what started out as a way to rescue a failed investment strategy wound up creating a whole new form of financial engineering for private-equity profiteers. Firms like Apollo, Cerberus, and Leonard Green couldn't make money by selling their debt-laden hospitals back to the public markets — but they could exploit the value of the underlying real estate. In the process, they stuck the struggling hospitals with something they'd never had before, and couldn't afford to pay: rent.

MPT's biggest deals have been with Cerberus, the secretive financial colossus run by Stephen Feinberg, a billionaire whose investments in gun companies have been the subject of much controversy. It all began in 2010, when Cerberus acquired a struggling nonprofit hospital system and rebranded it as for-profit Steward Health Care. Steward's CEO, a charismatic doctor named Ralph de la Torre, talked a big game about fixing healthcare in marginalized communities. In announcing the deal, Cerberus assured The Boston Globe that it was "a big win for the hard-working communities of Greater Boston."

State regulators were suspicious of the deal. In return for state approval, Steward promised it wouldn't add any debt to the hospitals for the purpose of paying Cerberus a dividend or distribution for three years. As it turned out, regulators weren't suspicious enough: They didn't foresee MPT.

From 2016 to 2022, according to a company report , MPT acquired a net $3.3 billion of real estate underlying 34 Steward facilities. MPT then leased the real estate back to Steward. The deal was done to "give Cerberus some liquidity" and "recover the original investment," according to an announcement at the time. Steward now has an annual rent burden of almost $400 million, according to Simone, the vast majority of which goes to MPT. In the process, Steward became MPT's largest tenant, at one point accounting for as much as 30% of its annual revenue.

After the MPT deal, Cerberus made a lot of money from its investment in Steward. According to a confidential investor document acquired by Bloomberg , one of Cerberus' funds collected a dividend of $484 million. Overall, Steward's investors quadrupled their money , even as the hospitals themselves were hemorrhaging cash.

"Cerberus generated a home-run multiple on an unsuccessful investment," says Mortell, the longtime real-estate investor. "That's not the way capitalism is supposed to work."

In a statement to BI, Cerberus said its involvement with Steward enabled the chain to invest $800 million on infrastructure, technology, and personnel, transforming its failing hospitals into "a world-class accountable care organization." But Steward didn't exactly thrive after its purchase by Cerberus. One after another, many of the chain's hospitals have either closed or been forced to cut services. During the pandemic, Easton Hospital in Pennsylvania received a last-minute bailout from the state after Steward threatened to close it. Local leaders were incensed. "It's hard to believe that Easton Hospital could have sat vacant in the coming months — shedding 700 jobs in the process — as the rest of the Lehigh Valley scurried to free up every room, ventilator, and medical staffer to try to save lives," fumed the local newspaper's editorial board.

What's more, Steward has been sued by a handful of vendors for leaving what appears to be a trail of unpaid bills. In January, at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center in Boston, a new mother bled to death after a device that could have saved her life had been repossessed by creditors because Steward had failed to pay the bill. Now, the hospital chain's looming collapse could endanger even more lives, most of them in poor communities. "The burden of Steward hospital closures," a letter signed by the state's entire congressional delegation warned, "would be borne primarily by the Massachusetts residents who already experience the greatest challenges accessing health care." The delegation has asked Cerberus to provide details of its investment in Steward, including how much money it extracted from the chain. "The net result of these transactions," the delegation wrote, "appears to be an unfolding tragedy."

Investors at Cerberus, meanwhile, aren't the only ones who scored a home run by inflicting financial pain on Steward. In 2021, MPT loaned the hospital chain's operating team, including de la Torre, $335 million to buy out Cerberus. Steward then turned around and paid its new owners, including de la Torre, a dividend of about $100 million. A few months later, de la Torre bought a $40 million yacht named the Amaral, which features a library, a gym, and a whirlpool on the top deck. Just after that, Steward filed with the government to delay paying back pandemic-era loans, citing "extreme financial hardship." (Steward did not respond to requests for comment.)

The pattern of using MPT to profit from the pain of impoverished patients was repeated by other leading investors. Prospect, a chain of hospitals in underserved communities, was bought by Leonard Green in 2010. It turned out to be a bad investment. According to the Private Equity Stakeholder Project, a research and advocacy group, Prospect lost over $600 million between 2015 and 2020.

Then, in 2019, Leonard Green sold $1.55 billion of Prospect's real estate to MPT. In a statement to Business Insider, Leonard Green said its ownership of the hospital chain "enabled Prospect to invest approximately $750 million in its hospitals, provide $900 million in free care, contribute $170 million to local taxes, and fund $300 million into employee pensions and 401(k) plans."

But after Leonard Green sold off Prospect's real estate, the hospitals continued to struggle . Ambulances were unable to fuel up because their credit cards had been cut off. Elevators stopped working. Six elderly psychiatric patients with COVID-19 died due to poor infection control. Yet the ownership group led by Leonard Green, the Stakeholder Project found, was somehow able to extract $658 million in dividends and other fees from the struggling hospital chain. Prospect is now attempting to sell three of its hospitals in Connecticut to Yale New Haven Health System, but the deal may fall through because of Prospect's mounting debt and unpaid bills. If Yale doesn't acquire the hospitals, they will likely go bankrupt .

Then there are the deals that MPT has done with Apollo. In 2015, the private-equity giant bought its first hospital system and embarked on what's known as a " roll-up strategy " — a popular play in which investors make a company bigger, though not necessarily better, by continuing to acquire businesses. The Apollo-backed business purchased several more healthcare companies and sold some of the underlying real estate — $700 million — to MPT. In a statement to BI, Apollo referred all questions about the deal to its hospital company, as if it had nothing to do with the deals. But Aldag, the MPT founder and CEO, has boasted that the transactions were brokered directly with Apollo. "They pretty much gave us their entire portfolio and said, 'Here, pick what you'd like to have for this particular price,'" Aldag told investors in a conference call explaining the deal. Today, Apollo owns some 220 hospitals across 36 states.

If Congress does its job and follows the money, it may find itself confronting one of the biggest financial heists in American history.

After Apollo sold off their real estate, the hospitals continued to suffer. According to their financial statements, capital expenditures were less than depreciation in the years after the sale-leaseback deals with MPT, which means the asset base was being eroded, not increased. "Apollo's hospital profiteering has resulted in dangerous conditions, closures and reduced access to services, and declining quality," concluded Eileen O'Grady, a senior researcher at the Private Equity Stakeholder Project. Hospitals in one Apollo hospital chain, LifePoint Health, rank among the worst in their states , and Moody's has downgraded the company's debt to reflect the company's "elevated financial leverage." Patients and communities, once again, paid the price for private equity's investment model.

While the real-estate deals with MPT have provided private-equity firms with a huge financial windfall, they've posed a problem for MPT itself. The more hospital real estate that MPT buys, the more money it makes in rent payments from the hospitals. But because its deals place huge financial stress on the hospitals, MPT is essentially operating as a landlord that is driving its own tenants out of business. Now, as hospital chains across the country find themselves unable to pay their rent, MPT is facing financial problems of its own. In 2020, its stock price hit $24. Today, it's under $4.

But that doesn't mean that MPT's leaders didn't get rich off its hospital deals. Top executives, including Aldag, received hefty bonuses based in part on the dollar volume of transactions they did — meaning the more hospitals they drove into debt, the better. Never mind that, as Simone found, MPT apparently used accounting assumptions that overinflated the lease payments it could realistically expect to receive from troubled hospital systems. From 2019 to 2022, according to SEC filings , MPT's top three executives were paid some $125 million in cash and equity grants. They got rich, in short, by making hospitals poor.

In December, Congress announced a bipartisan investigation into private equity's influence in healthcare. MPT was included on the list of companies that received subpoenas. Sen. Chuck Grassley, the ranking Republican on the Senate Budget Committee, has asked Apollo and Leonard Green to submit details about its deals with MPT, among other things; the Massachusetts congressional delegation is asking Cerberus to account for what happened at Steward . The fundamental question is: Where did all the money go? If Congress does its job and follows the money, it may find itself confronting one of the biggest financial heists in American history — one that transferred billions of dollars from needy patients to greedy investors. Lawmakers aren't empowered to get any of that money back. But they can at least make MPT and its private-equity partners account for what they got away with.

Bethany McLean is a special correspondent at Business Insider.

Correction: March 11, 2024 — An earlier version of the story misstated the committee on which Sen. Chuck Grassley serves as the ranking Republican. It's the Senate Budget Committee, not the Senate Finance Committee.

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Top speed: 19 knots

How to rent: Contact Camper & Nicholsons brokerage, camperandnicholsons.com

2. The most expensive yacht: Renaissance, EUR 3,500,000 (INR 314,044,500) per week

Details: Just launched in 2023 and brand new to the charter market, the 112-metre Renaissance is now the world’s most expensive luxury yacht for rent. Across six decks she can has as many as 19 guest cabins and is designed for hosting lavish events. A double-height saloon and a beach club with a bar and swimming pool provide a range of areas for dining and entertaining, there’s a wellness area complete with a steam room, sauna, gym, treatment rooms and a beauty salon. An ice-class hull and helipad also means she’s able to cruise in adventurous locations.

Capacity: 36 guests

Cruising location: Mediterranean in summer, Caribbean in Winter

Top speed: 16 knots

How to rent: Contact Burgess brokerage, burgessyachts.com

3. The fastest mega yacht: Carinthia VII, EUR 1,400,000 (INR 125,617,800) per week

Details: The 97-metre Carinthia offers a 90 square metre, air-conditioned gym, a cinema-sized movie screen in the winter garden, a 12-metre swimming pool and a wellness area with a Turkish hammam, a beauty salon with a nail bar, a massage room and a juice bar. Despite her size, she can still hit an impressive top speed of over 20 knots.

Capacity: 12 guests & 30 crew

Cruising location: Caribbean in winter

Top speed : 25 knots

How to rent: Contact Fraser brokerage, fraseryachts.com

4. The most eye-catching interior: Phoenix 2, EUR 1,150,000 (INR 103,186,050) per week

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Details: The 90.10 metre Phoenix 2 has arguably the most opulent interiors seen on a luxury rental yacht, inspired by 1930s New York Art Deco design. This style is particularly prominent in the dazzling dining room with its Steinway Grand Piano and impressive glass-fronted wine cellar, as well as in the plush private cinema decorated with the New York City skyline. Other highlights include the spa with a gym, beauty salon, massage table, sauna, Hammam and multiple hot tubs.

Capacity: 12 guests & 29 crew

Cruising location: Mediterranean in summer

Top speed: 14 knots

How to rent: Contact Edmiston brokerage, edmiston.com

5. The modern classic: Nero, EUR 497,000 (INR 44,594,319) per week

Details: Delivered in 2007 but designed in the style of J.P. Morgan’s 1930s Corsair yacht, Nero combines classic glamour with modern amenities. This 90.10-metre motor sailing boasts a gym and spa with treatments offered by the onboard masseuse, beautician and personal trainer, together with a sundeck jacuzzi, a resistance swimming pool, an observation lounge that doubles as a cinema room and a garage packed with water toys including a Flyboard and a golfing setup.

Capacity: 12 guests & 20 crew

Top speed: 17 knots

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6. the biggest sailing yacht: maltese falcon, usd 580,000 (inr 47,980,964) per week.

Details: Measuring 88 metres, the three-masted Maltese Falcon is one of the largest sailing yachts in the world, able to fly 2,400 square metres of sail. She also boasts a massage room with an onboard masseuse and gym for taking lessons with your personal yoga instructor, plus an indoor and outdoor cinema and a garage with numerous toys including windsurfing and water-skiing gear.

Capacity: 12 guests & 18 crew

Top speed: 18 knots

7. The coolest charter destinations: Aquijo, EUR 605,000 (INR 54,284,835) per week

Details: At 86 metres, Aquijo is considered the world’s largest high-performance ketch. Not only does Aquijo offer luxury amenities unseen on other sailing yachts – such as a private elevator, a beach club with an indoor hot tub and sauna rooms, three cocktail bars with beer on tap and an outdoor BBQ space on the main deck. She also provides guests with authentic sailing experiences in incredible destinations, from Greenland’s arctic waters to the idyllic islands of the Pacific Ocean. Gear for scuba diving, fishing and kite-surfing is also available from the toybox.

Capacity: 12 guests & 17 crew

Cruising location: Greenland in summer, Pacific Ocean in winter

Top speed: 15 knots

8. The adventurous explorer: Legend, EUR 595,000 (INR 53,387,565) per week

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Details: Legend’s hardy ice-classed hull, paired with an extremely experienced crew, make her the perfect vessel for adventurers who want to venture to the icy waters of Antarctica in total luxury. Two onboard choppers have primed this 77.4-metre explorer for heli-skiing adventures while a personal submersible and scuba diving gear can be used to explore beneath the waves of the world’s most remote yachting region. After a day in the great outdoors, guests can relax in the outdoor hot tub followed by a treatment in the Balinese spa from the onboard therapist, finishing off the day with a movie night in the cinema.

Capacity: 22 guests & 28 crew

Cruising location: Mediterranean in summer, Antarctica, Central and South America in winter

Top speed: 12 knots

How to rent: Contact Y.CO brokerage, y.co

9. The striking exterior: Kenshō, EUR 850,000 (INR 76,267,950) per week

Details: Launched in 2022, 75m Kenshō is a new and luxurious addition to the charter fleet. Her distinctive exterior is paired with a panoramic interior design inspired by Asian myths and traditions and is meant to create a sense of zen on board. To fully unwind, there’s a swimming pool, jacuzzi, gym, cocktail bar and a toybox carrying Jet Skis, E-foils, inflatable toys and mountain bikes for exploring on shore.

Capacity: 12 guests & 23 crew

Top speed: 15.8 knots

10. The classic sailing yacht: Shenandoah of Sark, EUR 125,000 (INR 11,215,875) per week

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Details: First launched in 1902, this stunning 54.4-metre wooden sailing yacht is one of the oldest boats on the charter market. Dining spaces can be enjoyed indoors or al fresco, with the main saloon bringing guests straight back in time with its wooden panelling, well-stocked library and mini grand piano. A full toybox also offers modern entertainment in the form of E-foils, SeaBobs and scuba gear.

Capacity: 11 guests & 11 crew

Cruising location: Mediterranean in summer and winter

11. The traditional heritage: Dunia Baru, USD 130,000 (INR 10,754,354) per week

(Image: Nathan Lawrence)

Details: Indonesia boasts some of the world’s most incredible cruising grounds, but these areas are often closed off to foreign-flagged vessels. Enter your solution in the form of Dunia Baru, a 51-metre sailing yacht built in South Sulawesi in the style of a traditional Phinisi boat. Her stunning exterior is paired with luxurious features such as a teppanyaki grill, a massage room and a toybox filled with Jet Skis, kayaks, diving gear, paddle boards and more.

Capacity: 14 guests & 18 crew

Cruising location: Indian Ocean & Southeast Asia

12. The best toy box: Falco Moscata, USD 200,000 (INR 16,545,160) per week

Details: Falco Moscata may not be the biggest or most expensive luxury yacht available to rent, but what she does offer is an unbeatable toy box. For guests who love water sports, this 50-metre Picchotti-built boat carries two tenders, two Jet Skis, two E-foils, SeaBobs, paddleboards and other toys plus equipment for fishing, scuba diving, kite-surfing, wakeboarding and water-skiing. After a day on the water, guests can relax with a yoga session on the sundeck, a dip in the hot tub and al fresco dinner on board.

Capacity: 9 guests & 9 crew

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

– What is the most expensive boat to rent? The most expensive yacht to rent in the world is currently 112 metre Renaissance, with a price tag of EUR 3.5 million.

– What is the largest yacht you can rent? The largest yacht for rent on the market is currently the 126-metre Octopus.

– How much does it cost to rent a mega yacht? The cost of renting a mega yacht depends on the size of the vessel and the amenities offered. The term mega yachts generally refers to vessels measuring 30 metres or more, which can cost anywhere from EUR 35,000 a week to EUR 3.5 million a week.

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