The Superyacht Summer is in full swing. Countless megayachts are cruising around the Mediterranean, with most traffic anchored around the Greek and Italian islands. Gone this year are the traditional Russian oligarch yachts, and in their place, a slew of newcomers, billionaire stalwarts, and celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and Beyoncé.
The legendary superyacht showdown started early this Summer with several high-profile billionaires (Jeff Bezos, David Geffen) starting in Ibiza and heading to Capri, Sardinia and St. Tropez. Yachts will anchor off the coast and send their high-profile guests via tender to popular seaside restaurants like Lo Scoglio in Sorrento and Casa Jondal in Ibiza. Many will stay throughout the Summer visiting neighboring islands while shuttling back to the mainland to pick up their owners and guests.
Nicolas Benazeth, Director of Charter at CharterWorld, says, “With people still making the most of post-Covid freedom, the Mediterranean has again been the major hotspot for superyacht charters this Summer. In the east, Greece continues to be one of the main destinations, thanks to its hundreds of beautiful islands offering endless cruising options for yachts and its beauty, culture, and deserved reputation for safety and hospitality.”
“The Adriatic, and Croatia in particular, is also very popular with clients and yachts, despite having a slightly shorter summer season,” he adds. “Cruising there is hassle-free with much-improved infrastructure, relatively short distances, and a lot to see and do both at sea and on land. The more traditional superyacht destinations in the West Mediterranean, such as France, Italy, and Spain’s Balearic islands, are still going strong, and it is often hard to find a space for your yacht in St Tropez, Capri, or Ibiza ports this Summer.”
Here is a selection of some of the largest yachts in and around the Mediterranean for the Summer. It is important to note that numerous yachts are often privately chartered, so you may never see their wealthy owners. Detailed positions and owner information courtesy of Marine Traffic and Superyachtfan.
CAPRI
Capri is an iconic star-studded island in Italy’s Bay of Naples, best known for its crystal blue waters, designer boutiques filled with supermodels toting $50,000 handbags and having aperitivos at Grand Hotel Quisisana or the luxurious newly opened Hotel La Palma. Among the billionaire-owned superyachts visiting the island this month are:
Cloud 9 (Australian cattle baron Brett Blundy / 290 feet)
EOS (Media magnate Barry Diller and designer Diane Von Furstenberg / 305 feet)
Lady S (Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder / 305 feet)
Limitless (Bath & Body Works/The Limited founder Leslie Wexner / 315 feet)
Mogambo (Whats App CEO Jan Koum / 240 feet)
Nebula (Whats App CEO Jan Koum / 224 feet)
Seanna (Sports Mogul Stan Kroenke and Walmart heiress Ann Walton /213 feet)
Siren (Real estate titan David Reuben / 241 feet)
Sarissa (News magnate Lachlan Murdoch / 198 feet)
Talitha (Getty Images founder and oil heir Mark Getty/ 271 feet)
Tribu (Fashion icon Luciano Benetton / 166 feet)
DUBROVNIK
Croatia is a mix between Game of Thrones medieval and modern, with its quiet coves surrounded by fortresses along the seafront, making this a popular superyacht destination. Most yachts stay away from the crowded Dubrovnik and anchor outside small villages along the Adriatic coast. Among the notable superyacht owners visiting the coast this month are:
Cyan (U2 guitarist The Edge – David Howell Evans) /160 feet )
Infinity (Home improvement magnate Eric Smidt / 383 feet)
Lammouche (Oil and Gas magnate Ayman Asfari/ 144 feet)
GREEK ISLANDS
There are over 200 inhabited Greek islands and about 6000 uninhabited. From Ithaca to Mykonos, there’s something for everyone. Charter World lists the most popular superyacht destinations in Greece as Hydra, Lefkada, Folegandros, Zakynthos, Symi, Santorini, and Mykonos. Among the superyachts visiting the islands this month are:
Bliss (Snapchat founder Evan Spiegel / 312 feet) *Hydra
Dreamboat (Home Depot founder Arthur Blank / 295 feet)
Elysian (Boston Red Sox owner John Henry / 253 feet)
Jamaica Bay (J.P. Morgan heir John Adams Morgan / 196 feet) *Naxos
Maltese Falcon (Hedge fund guru Elena Ambrosiadou / 289 feet) *Paros
Mayan Queen IV (Silver magnate Alberto Bailleres family/ 305 feet) *yacht recently rescued 106 migrants in the Mediterranean Sea. *Crete
Senses (Google founder Larry Page / 194 feet) *AntiParos
Starburst III (Mars Candy heiress Marijke Mars/ 155 feet)
Vava II (Biotech magnate Ernesto Bertarelli / 315 feet) *Santorini
IBIZA
This infamous Balearic Island in Spain is best known for its over-the-top parties and decadence. It’s also well known as a leading superyacht destination, offering quick access to clubs, beachside restaurants, and private coves like Cala d’Albarca, Es Canaret, and Cala Codolar. Among the superyachts visiting the island this month are:
Atlante (Moncler CEO Remo Ruffini/ 180 feet)
Force Blue (Benetton’s Flavio Briatore / 207 feet)
Synthesis (Pokerstar Gaming guru Mark Scheinberg / 243 feet)
Triumph (British Retailer Chris Dawson/ 215 feet)
MALLORCA
Palma de Mallorca is one of the most popular superyacht destinations, with its historic port on the coast’s western side. The Spanish island is a prime spot for perfect weather, stunning beaches, and chic nightlife. Among the superyachts visiting the coast this month are:
Creole (Alessandra and Allegra Gucci -daughters of Maurizio Gucci/ 214 feet)
Horizons III (Tyson Foods chairman John Tyson/ 230 feet)
Koru (Amazon founder Jeff Bezos / 417 feet)
PORTOFINO
Portofino is the epitome of elegance and fashion, a popular destination for celebrities and billionaires, all within a small fishing village on the rugged east coast of Italy. Many yachts journey to neighboring Cinque-Terre for stunning visuals, while others enjoy cocktails at the iconic Belmond Splendido. Among the superyachts visiting the coast this month are:
Drizzle (Zara clothing founder Amancio Ortega / 220 feet)
Explora (Discovery Channel founder John Hendricks / 153 feet)
Olivia O (Shipping magnate Eyal Ofer / 290 feet)
Phoenix 2 (VC Tech guru Sebastian Kulczyk / 295 feet)
Silver Angel (The Ivy restaurant founder Richard Caring / 212 feet)
POSITANO
Positano is a small iconic coastal town on the Amalfi coast in Italy and is a popular destination for superyachts, celebrities, and billionaires. Many will tender in to dine at the star-studded Le Sirenuse Hotel and then cruise onwards to Capri. The seaside town literally cascades dramatically down to the picturesque beaches and caves. Among the superyachts visiting the Amalfi coast this month are:
Bravo Eugenia (Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones / 358 feet)
Fatima (Fashion icons Dolce & Gabbana / 110 feet)
Grace (Ineos Chemicals John Reece / 266 feet)
Paloma (French media mogul Vincent Bollore / 197 feet)
Queen Miri (Casino magnate Sheldon Adelson family / 300 feet)
Rising Sun (Music and film legend David Geffen / 453 feet)
SARDINIA
The high-walled fortresses of Sardinia hover over the crystal blue waters of this famous island destination in Italy, the second largest island in the Mediterranean. The famed Yacht Club Costa Smeralda in Porto Cervo is the perfect spot for large superyachts filled with shopping, restaurants, and historical ruins. Among the superyachts visiting the island as well as neighboring Corsica this month are:
Aquila (Walmart heiress Ann Walton, real estate magnate Stan Kroenke / 279 feet)
Flag (Designer Tommy Hilfiger / 204 feet)
I.J.E (Real estate magnate James Packer / 351 feet)
Illusion (Talent Agent Michael Ovitz / 213 feet)
Legend (Google founder Eric Schmidt / 254 feet)
Viva (UFC and Casino magnate Frank Fertitta / 308 feet)
ST TROPEZ
St. Tropez is a small coastal town and popular destination for the super rich and famous. Offering up decadent nightclubs, Michelin restaurants, and extreme boutique shopping, superyacht charters are packing in the port this Summer. Among the billionaire superyachts visiting the coast this month are:
Atlantis II (Shipping magnate heir Philip Niarchos / 381 feet)
Chopi Chopi (Telecom guru Taha Mikati / 262 feet)
Ecstasea (Investor and polo club owner Al Shair Fiyaz / 282 feet)
Faith (Michael Kors and Aston Martin investor Lawrence Stroll / 318 feet)
Main (Fashion icon Giorgio Armani / 213 feet)
Yalla (Adidas and Aston Villa Club magnate Nassef Sawiris / 240 feet)
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