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main deck which doubles up as a heli-
pad when needed.
Al Salamah Yacht
Price: $200 million
Owner: Sultan bin Abdul Aziz,
Saudi Arabia
Owned by the current Saudi King and
former defense minister Sultan bin
Abdul Aziz, this yacht became famous
for its unique design which did not
include the traditional mast, sail or
even complicated roping system like
the others. This unique design was
prepared by German shipping com-
pany HDW. The engines aboard this
yacht are the twin MTU 20V 1163TB
engines, which generate 8717 HP of
power each and are capable of taking
this 457-feet vessel at a speed of up to
21.5 knots. There is ample space for
36 guests and 96 crew members, who
can help the guests enjoy facilities
like library, cinema, business center,
beauty parlor & spa, and the gymna-
sium. Should any medical emergencies
arise, there is a fully equipped hospital
on board to cater to one’s needs.
Lady Moura Super yacht
Price: $200 million
Owner: Dr. Naseer Al Rasheed,
Saudi Arabia
This 344-feet vessel is owned by
Saudi Business tycoon Dr. Naseer Al
Rasheed who is also known to have
several close links to the Saudi royal
family. The vessel is most recogniz-
able from the outside by the prominent
24 carat gold lettering of its name
‘Lady Moura’. It was designed by
Blohm & Voss along with interiors
being done by Luigi Strugio. The main
propeller includes 2 KHD-MWM
engines, which generate 6700 BHP of
power, taking the boat to over 20 knots
of cruising speed. In case you want to
indulge in water sports or would need
to fly off nearby, there is the additional
Mangusta 80 boat along with 48-feet
San Juan boat and S76B helicopter.
Octopus Yacht
Price: $200 million
Owner: Paul Allen, America
When this yacht was created in 2003,
it became the largest private yacht in
the world back then, with its 414-
feet long hull. This luxury vessel was
commissioned by Paul Allen, the
co-founder of Microsoft. The builder
was Lurssen Yachts and interiors were
done up with inputs from Jonathan
Quinn Bernett. Amongst its technical
prowess are the 8 Mercedes engines,
which generate a combined power
of 19,200 HP taking the top speed of
the yacht to 20 knots with a cruising
speed of 17 knots. The capacity for
accommodation stands at 26 guest
members with 57 from the crew in 41
suite rooms. Other amenities include
2 similar blue and white helicopters, 2
tender boats, private cinema, and most
abstract, a recording studio. The yacht
has also played host to great superstars
like U2 and Johnny Cash for their
private trips.
Tatoosh Yacht
Price: $162 million
Owner: Paul Allen, America
This aluminum and steel super vessel
is also in the collection of Paul Allen,
the co-founder of Microsoft Corpora-
tion. Measured at 302 feet in length,
the builder of this luxury yacht was
Nabiskurg with interiors done by Ter-
ance Disdale. The Tatoosh is known to
have a top speed of 19 knots, though
the best experiences on boat can felt
when traveling at 15 knots. Accommo-
dation on board is just perfect for 24
guests and a crew of 35 members. The
accommodation includes the master
suite and salon, which has a French
limestone fireplace, along with din-
ing area, staterooms for get-together
and a ladies powder room. Also, other
amenities on board include a 1.6 meter
deep swimming pool with adjustable
vertical bases, a movie theater, 2 heli-
pads, a custom made 40-foot Hickley
powerboat and 5 sea scooters.
Maltese Falcon Yacht
Price: $150 million (approx)
Owner: Elena Ambrosiadou, Britain
Maltese Falcon was created for hedge
fund owner Elena Ambrosiadou, who
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