TOP FIVE MOST LUXURIOUS YACHTS OF 2017

If you were to become named among the worlds wealthiest and could spare a few hundred million dollars wouldn't you splurge on only the finest toys to entertain your friends and show your wealth. In today,s article we share with you the top five most luxurious yachts sailing the seas in 2017.

Motor Yacht A

Listed at number five this 119m upside down hull super-yacht was built back in 2008 by Blohm + Voss after its design by Philippe Starck.

Valued at $323 million "A" is named after her Russian Billionaire Owners first name initial Andrey and Aleksandra Melnichenko and has the ability to accommodate 14 guest in one owners suites and 6 guest suites and an addition cabin she also has accommodations for 37 crew members on-board.

With a total power of 12070hp or 18000kW powered by twin 6035hp MAN RK280 Diesel Engines "A" pushes a maximum speed of 23 00 kts, cruising speed of 19.50 kts and a range of 6500.00 miles at 19 kts. Her fuel capacity is an impressive 757, 000.00 L or 166, 516.53 USG.

Super-yacht "A" is truly a sailors paradise bossing three swimming pools that create current to swim against and also designed by Philippe Starck two unique 11m tenders. Its sleek interior design of hard wood furnishing and glass details contributes to "A's" spacious and luxurious interior attributes. Its matter state of the art navigation and entertainment systems will guarantee maximum comfort and a fun filled adventure aboard "A".

Motor Yacht Dubai

Easing in at number four on our list and valued at $350 million is Super-yacht Dubai. This steel hull 162. 00 m four Diesel Engine 2006/2008 12488 tonnes yacht is one of the finest works of art on the sea with a total power of 38500hp or 28708kW Dubai pushes a maximum speed of 26.00 kts and cruising speeds of 25.00 kts with a range of 8500.00 miles at 25 kts. Dubai accommodates seventy two guest and eighty eight crew members with a total of forty four cabins.

Designed by Andrew Welch with interior designs by Platinum Yachts this custom model yacht is the world second largest. From the majestic color changing circular staircase , its fine fabrics and its 7 decks ideal for sun bathing, several Jacuzzi and astounding swimming pool Dubai also has the capacity to accommodate a 9.5 tonnes helicopter. This however although incredible is not surprising as we know Prince Jefri Bolkiah ordered the initial construction of the Super-yacht Dubai owned a helicopter as well even-though the yacht is now owned by His Highness Sheik Mohammed Rashid Al-Maktoum who is the current ruler of Dubai.

We can say without a fraction of doubt that the craftsmanship exhibited on Dubai is fit for all the Royalties of the land.

Motor Yacht Azzam

Gracing our list at number three is the largest Super-yacht ever built Azzam measuring 180 m and valued at $650 million this steel hull double Diesel Engine pushes the total speed of 30.00 kts and has the maximum power of 94000hp or 70096kW.

The project to build a large yacht which was to have the capability to travel at a high speed in warm and shallow water while still being extremely luxurious and extremely convivial for its guest was lead by Eng. Mubarak Saad al Ahbabi and under his guidance Lurssen developed Azzam's technical engineering components, her exterior was designed by Nauta Yacht and her interior styled by Christopher Leoni.

Today Azzam is one of the most confounding yacht ever constructed with only three years in development Azzam set records not only as one of the most timeless yachts ever built but also one of the quickest luxurious yachts ever built.

Streets of Monaco

Number two on our list is Streets of Monaco, this 2017 Super-yacht which will have it's hull built from composite material, will measure 152.4 m and will need a crew of seventy to maintain.

Among its numerous features Streets of Monaco will include a vast space at the rear of the yacht which will be called "The Oasis" and will be the main boarding and entertaining area. The ship will also boss features similar to the designs of the gardens outside the Monaco Casino, walls of arched windows, waterfalls, large Jacuzzi, a gym, cafe and spa.

The second level will feature the seven guest suites which will include a few VIP suites measuring 3,800 square feet each and include private offices, dressing room, reception rooms and balconies. All guest will share a library and cinema.

The owner cabin will be a massive 15, 000 square feet over three floors and will have a private elevator, his and own dressing room, office, double height living room, numerous balconies, private deck, swimming pool, Jacuzzi and extravagant furnishing so if a Luxury Super-yacht is in you plans and you have $1.1 billion to spare Streets of Monaco may be an ideal billionaire toy for you.

Motor Yacht Eclipse

When choosing a number one yacht only the most exceptional can hold that title and its none another than the 162.50m, steel hull 13000 tonnes, four Diesel Engine, 25.00 kts, second largest super-yacht in the world Eclipse.

Managed by a crew of 70 many different sites has contradicting data in regards to the total amount of cabins on Roman Abramovich's yacht a Russian Billionaire Businessman who also owns the Chelsea Football Club but its safe to say that Eclipse have between twenty to twenty four guest cabins, two swimming pools, several hot tubs, a disco hall, two helicopter pads, three launch boats and a mini-submarine capable of submerging up to 50 m. The inside is home to fine furnishing and VIP accommodations along with a exterior fireplace and six tenders.

These super-yachts are definitely toys for the truly rich and famous and fancy would definitely be an understatement when defining them. All I can say is a Yacht is the ultimate retirement plan.

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