Can’t think of a present for your other half? Buy her a luxury superyacht, following the example of those rich and famous, who never spare a thing for their favorite ladies.
Tina + Anil = Tian
Malicious tongues say that the Indian business magnate Anil Ambani went to great lengths to outdo his elder brother, Mukesh Albani, who in 2007 had gifted his wife Nita a corporate jet estimated to cost over $50 million. But most likely buying Tina a 35-meter Ferretti custom yacht for about $80 million was a pure act of love, as it had been his wife’s cherished dream to own a luxury boat. The yacht was named Tian, by merging the first two letters of Tina and Anil.
The wealthy Indian couple enjoy many amenities onboard their yacht dubbed the Rolls Royce of water, due to her stunning architecture by Zuccon and interior design, epitomizing sophistication and class, conceived by the same Italian brand. Tian features a formal dining in classic style and provides accommodation for 12 guests in six cabins with impeccably decorated en-suite bathrooms. Powered by twin MTU engines, she reaches a maximum speed of 26 knots, while comfortably cruising at 23 knots.
A Benetti yacht for a dream marriage
Australian born soap opera actress and singer, widely known for her sexy “Kiss Kiss” single, Holly Valance received a 63-meter Benetti masterpiece from her husband, British real estate developer Nick Candy. The superyacht was christened 11.11 after their little daughter’s birth day.
An opportunity to acquire a yacht presented itself in 2014, when the original owner of Hull FB265 walked away from the project 10 months before the delivery. Although the new owners loved the profile of the boat with her distinctive vertical bow, they had many objections against her layout and furnishings that at that point were almost fitted:
“It was designed for a Rolls-Royce Phantom to be kept in the tender garage! I didn’t need any of that. The sundeck was all wrong – everything was too small, the Jacuzzi, the seating. Inside it was like a Russian tsar’s palace. It was too heavy, too classical and it was quite dark.”
The result was an essentially monochrome interior in Art Deco style, resembling the couple’s Los Angeles residence. Holly got involved in the redesigning process too, insisting on an enlarged relaxation area on the sundeck complete with an all the way aft swimming pool.
The Benetti superyacht often takes Nick Candy’s family to the Caribbean and the French Riviera, while a crew of 16 caters for their safe and pleasant traveling.
What happened to Tiger Woods’ wedding present
American golfer, one of the highest-paid athletes of all time, Tiger Woods gave to a Swedish model, Elin Nordegren a generous present on their wedding day in 2004: a 48-meter new Christensen yacht. The three-deck vessel, boasting a storage space for a number of kayaks and Vespa scooters, as well as a bar and an 8-person Jacuzzi for a bit of relaxation after a tough training session in the yacht’s fully-equipped gym, was named Privacy.
However, privacy was something that Tiger couldn’t keep in his personal life. The couple split, after Elin found out that her loving husband was, in fact, a serial adulterer. In 2010 Woods offered her Privacy as part of a $100 million divorce settlement. Nevertheless, the beautiful blond rejected the yacht, as she couldn’t afford the $2 million a year maintenance cost.
Unable to sell the boat, the golf star keeps sailing onboard Privacy at a cruising speed of 16 knots for a maximum range of 4000 nautical miles.
Why Johnny Depp had to rename his yacht after he got married
Hollywood star Amber Heard wouldn’t step onboard Johnny’s 48-meter yacht, as long as she bore the name Vajoliroja, standing for the initial letters of the actor’s former love of 14 years, Vanessa Paradis, and their children Lily-Rose and Jack. So, as a wedding present for Amber, the Pirate of the Caribbean had to rename his glamorous yacht to Amphitrite – ancient Greek goddess of the sea – a name, obviously alluding to his bride’s divine beauty.
Unfortunately, this measure wasn’t enough, and shortly after, in 2016 Depp was obliged to sell the yacht to "Harry Potter" author, Joanne Rowling. The British writer has been since then extensively chartering the five-stateroom Proteksan Turquoise boat, inspired by the classic gentleman’s yachts of the 1930s, for £ 72.000 a week.
Anyway, we can only welcome Johnny’s wise decision, because, above all precious things, what is really important is to keep the marriage afloat.
Tina + Anil = Tian
Malicious tongues say that the Indian business magnate Anil Ambani went to great lengths to outdo his elder brother, Mukesh Albani, who in 2007 had gifted his wife Nita a corporate jet estimated to cost over $50 million. But most likely buying Tina a 35-meter Ferretti custom yacht for about $80 million was a pure act of love, as it had been his wife’s cherished dream to own a luxury boat. The yacht was named Tian, by merging the first two letters of Tina and Anil.
The wealthy Indian couple enjoy many amenities onboard their yacht dubbed the Rolls Royce of water, due to her stunning architecture by Zuccon and interior design, epitomizing sophistication and class, conceived by the same Italian brand. Tian features a formal dining in classic style and provides accommodation for 12 guests in six cabins with impeccably decorated en-suite bathrooms. Powered by twin MTU engines, she reaches a maximum speed of 26 knots, while comfortably cruising at 23 knots.
A Benetti yacht for a dream marriage
Australian born soap opera actress and singer, widely known for her sexy “Kiss Kiss” single, Holly Valance received a 63-meter Benetti masterpiece from her husband, British real estate developer Nick Candy. The superyacht was christened 11.11 after their little daughter’s birth day.
An opportunity to acquire a yacht presented itself in 2014, when the original owner of Hull FB265 walked away from the project 10 months before the delivery. Although the new owners loved the profile of the boat with her distinctive vertical bow, they had many objections against her layout and furnishings that at that point were almost fitted:
“It was designed for a Rolls-Royce Phantom to be kept in the tender garage! I didn’t need any of that. The sundeck was all wrong – everything was too small, the Jacuzzi, the seating. Inside it was like a Russian tsar’s palace. It was too heavy, too classical and it was quite dark.”
“It’s not my family’s style. Functionality and comfort are the most important things. My wife told me, ‘I’m not sitting on another sofa that’s uncomfortable’,” Nick added.
The result was an essentially monochrome interior in Art Deco style, resembling the couple’s Los Angeles residence. Holly got involved in the redesigning process too, insisting on an enlarged relaxation area on the sundeck complete with an all the way aft swimming pool.
The Benetti superyacht often takes Nick Candy’s family to the Caribbean and the French Riviera, while a crew of 16 caters for their safe and pleasant traveling.
What happened to Tiger Woods’ wedding present
American golfer, one of the highest-paid athletes of all time, Tiger Woods gave to a Swedish model, Elin Nordegren a generous present on their wedding day in 2004: a 48-meter new Christensen yacht. The three-deck vessel, boasting a storage space for a number of kayaks and Vespa scooters, as well as a bar and an 8-person Jacuzzi for a bit of relaxation after a tough training session in the yacht’s fully-equipped gym, was named Privacy.
However, privacy was something that Tiger couldn’t keep in his personal life. The couple split, after Elin found out that her loving husband was, in fact, a serial adulterer. In 2010 Woods offered her Privacy as part of a $100 million divorce settlement. Nevertheless, the beautiful blond rejected the yacht, as she couldn’t afford the $2 million a year maintenance cost.
Unable to sell the boat, the golf star keeps sailing onboard Privacy at a cruising speed of 16 knots for a maximum range of 4000 nautical miles.
Why Johnny Depp had to rename his yacht after he got married
Hollywood star Amber Heard wouldn’t step onboard Johnny’s 48-meter yacht, as long as she bore the name Vajoliroja, standing for the initial letters of the actor’s former love of 14 years, Vanessa Paradis, and their children Lily-Rose and Jack. So, as a wedding present for Amber, the Pirate of the Caribbean had to rename his glamorous yacht to Amphitrite – ancient Greek goddess of the sea – a name, obviously alluding to his bride’s divine beauty.
Unfortunately, this measure wasn’t enough, and shortly after, in 2016 Depp was obliged to sell the yacht to "Harry Potter" author, Joanne Rowling. The British writer has been since then extensively chartering the five-stateroom Proteksan Turquoise boat, inspired by the classic gentleman’s yachts of the 1930s, for £ 72.000 a week.
Anyway, we can only welcome Johnny’s wise decision, because, above all precious things, what is really important is to keep the marriage afloat.
The latest 80-meter Amels Limited Editions superyacht has arrived at Damen Yachting's Vlissingen shipyard in the Netherlands after construction at their Galatz facility in Romania. The vessel will now undergo full outfitting in preparation for delivery in 2027.Project Manager Danker Rijk stated: "After an impressive launch in our Galatz shipyard, we are delighted to welcome this Amels 80 to Vlissingen to commence the outfitting phase. This is an exciting milestone toward delivering another exceptional yacht on schedule."The 2,175 GT superyacht features exterior design by Espen Øino and interiors by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design. With accommodations for 14 guests and 21 crew members, the vessel represents Damen Yachting's combination of custom features with proven yacht-building technology.The Amels 80 follows the Limited Editions series' approach of offering semi-custom superyachts with reduced build times compared to fully custom projects. No further details about the owner or specific custom features were disclosed.Damen Yachting, a division within the Damen Shipyards Group, was created in 2019. The division combines the pedigree and heritage of Amels yachts with a growing portfolio of SeaXplorer yachts and Yacht Support vessels.Credits: Damen Yachting
June 27, 2025
Flexjet and Ferretti Group have introduced Riva Volare, a custom aircraft cabin design inspired by Riva motoryachts. The collaboration brings nautical styling to Flexjet's Gulfstream G650 jets and Sikorsky S-76 helicopters, targeting ultra-high-net-worth travelers.The Gulfstream G650 configuration accommodates 12-15 passengers for flights up to 16 hours, while two Sikorsky S-76 helicopters will operate in Florida and a new Milan-based service covering Italy and the French Riviera. Ferretti Group clients will receive preferential access to the helicopter operations.The design blends elements from Riva's 1960s Aquarama with contemporary Aquariva models, using artisanal materials and distinctive patterns. The interiors were developed through collaboration between both companies' design teams.Kenn Ricci and Alberto Galassi"I have long admired the iconic style of Riva, and seeing this brought to life in our aircraft is nothing short of exceptional," said Flexjet Chairman Kenn Ricci. Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi added: "Riva Volare is another splendid result of our collaboration with Flexjet, a brand with which we share the same passion for constantly raising quality standards."The design was unveiled June 26 at Milano Prime Linate Airport, with displays of the aircraft alongside a Riva Aquariva Special yacht. No pricing details were disclosed.The Ferretti Group, led by Chief Executive Officer Alberto Galassi, is now one of the world’s leaders in the construction and sale of luxury yachts and pleasure vessels, with a unique portfolio of brands: Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershing, Itama, Mochi Craft, CRN, Custom Line and Wally.Credits: Ferretti Group
June 27, 2025
Italian shipyard AB Yachts, part of Next Yacht Group, has unveiled the AB 110S, a sportier version of its AB 110 model. The 33.7-meter yacht marks AB Yachts' first collaboration with automotive design firm EXE Design, incorporating elements such as a raked windshield and lightweight profile."We also boast over 20 years of experience in naval architecture. [And] this cross-sector approach is the real added value of our work," said Stefano Bedoni of EXE Design.Key features include multiple retractable systems: a sliding cockpit cover, a sunroof between the helm and saloon, and a hardtop that can cover either the helm station or sunpad. The main deck integrates a sunbathing area and a bar serving both indoor and outdoor spaces. A forward "flying couch" provides elevated seating with panoramic views.Powered by three MAN V12X-2200 engines, the AB 110S reaches 48 knots. The engine room is fully soundproofed to minimize noise and vibrations. No pricing or delivery details were disclosed.Italian shipyard AB Yachts was founded in 1992. In 2001, AB Yachts was acquired by the Fipa Group. Today Next Yacht Group is the owner of the historic Maiora, AB Yachts, and CBI Navi brands. AB Yachts range consists of semi-displacement yachts from 17.70 to 42 meters.Credits: AB Yachts
June 26, 2025
Cantiere del Pardo has introduced the Grand Soleil 65 Performance, a performance-oriented evolution of its 20-meter sailing yacht series. Following the Long Cruise version, this model emphasizes speed and responsiveness while retaining onboard comfort. The yacht made its debut at the Palma International Boat Show in May.As part of the Plus Line for vessels over 18 meters, the 65 Performance involves owners in the customization process from initial design stages. Franco Corazza, project manager for the Plus Line, stated: "The 65-footer is the result of a totally Made-in-Italy design process that brings together a team of professionals representing Italian excellence in the yachting sector." Naval architecture was handled by Matteo Polli, structural design by Marco Lostuzzi, and layout by Nauta Design.Environmental considerations include sustainable teak, laminated glass insulation, linen-reinforced composites, water-based paints, and solar panels. The hull utilizes epoxy-infused biaxial fiberglass and carbon reinforcements, with construction processes meeting strict quality certifications.Matteo Polli's design adapts features from the larger Grand Soleil 72, including a V-shaped bow for reduced drag and improved light-wind performance. The sail plan positions the mast aft to maximize the foretriangle, with a self-tacking jib as standard for simplified handling. Underwater, an inverted T-keel and single rudder balance stability and maneuverability, offering draft options of 3.5 meters (standard), 3.0 meters (shallow), or telescopic configurations.Nauta Design optimized deck space and interior flow, lowering the saloon to align with cabin levels for improved continuity. The coachroof's tapered profile distinguishes it from the Long Cruise version's panoramic windows. Massimo Gino of Nauta Design noted: "Our challenge was to convey a sense of motion and energy while preserving comfort, functionality, and style."Interior materials are customizable, with owners selecting finishes from the shipyard’s portfolio. No pricing or delivery timelines were disclosed.Cantiere del Pardo was founded in 1973 in Italy. Pardo Yachts, the brand of Cantiere del Pardo dedicated to powerboats, was born in 2016. The first model, the Pardo 43, was launched in 2017. Grand Soleil was founded in 1973 and is famous for its yachts, which ensure performance for regattas, autonomous long-distance navigation, as well as a high level of sustainable consciousness.Credits: Grand Soleil Yachts
June 26, 2025
Denison Yachting has announced the availability of the fourth hull in the Conrad C144S series, priced at EUR32 million with a two-year delivery window. The vessel follows three previous models, including the award-winning Ace (hull 1), Extra Time (hull 2), and the upcoming Moonlight (hull 3), the latter two sold by Denison.Built by Conrad Shipyard in Gdańsk, Poland, the 44-meter C144S is a full-displacement superyacht with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure. The design features exterior styling by Reymond Langton Design and naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design, emphasizing seakeeping performance. The "S" designation refers to the straight bow, which increases interior volume while maintaining a streamlined profile.Interior options include the original M2 Atelier concept seen on earlier models or alternative designs, such as Nauta Design’s understated approach chosen for Moonlight. The yacht accommodates 10–12 guests across a full-beam owner’s suite and four VIP cabins, with crew quarters for nine.Key features include a sundeck with a hot tub, infinity pool, and outdoor cinema, along with a beach club featuring a wet bar and wellness area. Storage capacity includes a 7-meter tender, two jet skis, and multiple SeaBobs.With a transoceanic range exceeding 4,000 nautical miles, the C144S cruises at 11 knots (max 13.8 knots) and complies with IMO Tier III and Lloyd’s MCA LY3 standards."The C144S represents a proven platform with award-winning design and strong value in the 500GT segment," said Denison broker Alex Clarke. Delivery is scheduled for 2027.Conrad Shipyard is located in Gdansk, Poland and specializes in building steel, and aluminum luxury yachts ranging from 24 to 100 meters in length.Credits: Denison Yachting
June 26, 2025