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Jeff Bezos Has Reportedly Received the 417-Foot ‘Koru,’ the Tallest Sailing Yacht in the World

The $485 million vessel left for its maiden voyage last thursday., rachel cormack.

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The yacht has also been at the center of massive, worldwide controversy. Back in February 2022, Oceanco requested that a centuries-old bridge in the port city of Rotterdam be partially dismantled in order to get the behemoth out and onto the high seas. The masts, which are the same height as the Great Pyramid of Giza, simply exceeded the bridge’s 131-foot clearance and thus prevented Koru from passing under. Rotterdammers were none too pleased and threatened to pelt the yacht with rotten eggs . The request was subsequently denied, and the yacht was instead discreetly towed through Rotterdam without its mast.

The designers behind the yacht’s interior and exterior are yet to be named, but it’s clear that she’s a timeless and elegant cruiser. Koru , which is a Māori for “new beginnings,” features a sleek black hull and white superstructure. She also sports a large pool on the aft deck and a number of plush alfresco lounges.

The epic design isn’t able to accommodate a helicopter, however, as the soaring masts make it too unsafe to land. As a result, Bezos commissioned a second yacht to hold his toys and tenders. Christened Wingman, the custom 246-footer is Damen’s largest support vessel to date. It’s a good match for monumental Koru , then.

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An inside look at jeff bezos’ $500 million superyacht and what it costs to keep it afloat.

Cliché but true, the second-richest man on the planet, according to Forbes , owns the tallest sailing yacht in the world . In fact, the 417-foot Koru is so big, it has its own 250-foot support vessel .

Priced at $500 million, the Koru hit the sea for the first time in 2023 and has since ferried Jeff Bezos and company around the globe. Complete with three massive 229-foot masts, it can reach a top speed under sail of 20 knots, according to the New York Post — which is approximately 23 miles per hour.

Made for a group, up to 18 guests can set sail on the yacht, allowing Bezos to bring family and friends on vacation with him. Here’s a look at the Koru’s extravagant features and how much it costs to operate his floating mansion.

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Key Features

As expected Bezos’ yacht is dripping with luxury. With a net worth of $203.8 billion — as of May 4, 2024, according to Forbes — he can afford to outfit the Koru with nothing but the best and he did just that.

The superyacht has three outdoor decks, with two containing swimming pools, according to the New York Post. It also features a cinema, several lounges and multiple business areas, according to Luxuo .

Highly personalized, the yacht is complete with a figurehead modeled after Bezos’ fiancée Lauren Sanchez. Even its masts are luxurious, as the Amazon founder chose in-boom furlers, which keep the canvases at the bottom of the mast above the deck, creating a pristine and spacious rope-free deck.

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Support Vessel

One of the most shocking features of the Koru is the fact that it requires its own support vessel. The $75 million Abeona features a helipad that Sanchez has been spotted using to park her personal helicopter, according to the New York Post.

Designed to carry extra gear, four jet skis, two fast launches and a dinghy were spotted on the Abeona during a 2023 trip to Mallorca, Spain, according to the New York Post. It’s also capable of lifting a small submarine, but Bezos isn’t believed to own one — at least not yet.

Additionally, the support ship has two extra staterooms, which can accommodate four guests. This could come in handy if Bezos wants to entertain a larger group than can fit on the Koru.

On-Board Crew

It probably isn’t a surprise that operating both the Koru and the Abeona is no small task. From staff to drive the boats and maintain them to caring for guests onboard, Bezos needs a small army at sea.

The Koru has a crew of up to 36 people, according to The New York Post. If you think that’s a lot, the Abeona requires up to 45 crew and support staff.

Annual Operating Costs

Purchasing the Koru and Abeona cost Bezos more than half a billion dollars, but his expenses didn’t end there. As you might imagine, the annual cost to maintain a superyacht and its own enormous supporting yacht is more than most people earn in a lifetime.

The Koru costs approximately $25 million in operating expenses per year, according to the Daily Mail . Much less, but still sky-high, Bezos spends around $5 to $10 million on annual maintenance costs for the Abeona, according to Super Yacht Fan ).

When their owners are on dry land, yachts have to find a parking space. However, even this doesn’t always come cheap for Bezos and the Koru.

In November 2023, the billionaire’s yacht arrived in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, but was too big to fit in the port with all the outer superyachts, according to the Daily Mail. Therefore, it had to be docked with cruise ships at Port Everglades, at a rate of $16,500 per week.

While one week of storage might be more than the average person can afford, picking up the tab for any number of weeks would clearly be no issue for Bezos. While his superyacht and the many expenses surrounding it are clearly astronomical, he’s still living well within his budget.

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The amazon founder arrived on the island by private jet to board his spectacular sailing yacht.

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The south coast of Menorca has become in the last few hours the refuge point for a multitude of boats trying to avoid the storm. Among them is the 127-metre mega-yacht owned by Jeff Bezos ‘ Koru ’, which appeared anchored off Cap d'en Font on Wednesday.

The Amazon founder arrived on the island by private jet to embark on his spectacular sailboat, launched a year ago, considered the second largest in the world in its category. Not for nothing is it valued at around 500 million dollars, something he can afford as the world's richest tycoon.

‘Koru’ was built at the Oceanco shipyard in the Netherlands and was the subject of controversy before it was delivered because of a request to remove a historic bridge to facilitate its passage to the open sea. It’s no surprise that this three-masted schooner is record-breaking in its class , with dimensions that place it second only to the 'Sailing Yacht A' , which also made an appearance in the port of Mahon years ago.

Despite its dimensions, this enormous sailing yacht, a regular in Mallorcan waters, only accommodates 18 guests and is manned by 40 crew members .

A few metres away from ‘Koru’ , another boat owned by the multimillionaire sails along the south coast of Menorca, the yacht ‘ Abeona ’ , which serves as a support ship, although with its 75 metres in length it is on a par with other luxury boats.

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An Inside Look at Jeff Bezos’ $500 Million Superyacht and What It Costs To Keep It Afloat

C liché but true, the second-richest man on the planet, according to Forbes , owns the tallest sailing yacht in the world . In fact, the 417-foot Koru is so big, it has its own 250-foot support vessel .

Priced at $500 million, the Koru hit the sea for the first time in 2023 and has since ferried Jeff Bezos and company around the globe. Complete with three massive 229-foot masts, it can reach a top speed under sail of 20 knots, according to the New York Post — which is approximately 23 miles per hour.

Made for a group, up to 18 guests can set sail on the yacht, allowing Bezos to bring family and friends on vacation with him. Here’s a look at the Koru’s extravagant features and how much it costs to operate his floating mansion.

Also take a look at Bezos’ mansion collection.

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Key Features

As expected Bezos’ yacht is dripping with luxury. With a net worth of $203.8 billion — as of May 4, 2024, according to Forbes — he can afford to outfit the Koru with nothing but the best and he did just that.

The superyacht has three outdoor decks, with two containing swimming pools, according to the New York Post. It also features a cinema, several lounges and multiple business areas, according to Luxuo .

Highly personalized, the yacht is complete with a figurehead modeled after Bezos’ fiancée Lauren Sanchez. Even its masts are luxurious, as the Amazon founder chose in-boom furlers, which keep the canvases at the bottom of the mast above the deck, creating a pristine and spacious rope-free deck.

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Support Vessel

One of the most shocking features of the Koru is the fact that it requires its own support vessel. The $75 million Abeona features a helipad that Sanchez has been spotted using to park her personal helicopter, according to the New York Post.

Designed to carry extra gear, four jet skis, two fast launches and a dinghy were spotted on the Abeona during a 2023 trip to Mallorca, Spain, according to the New York Post. It’s also capable of lifting a small submarine, but Bezos isn’t believed to own one — at least not yet.

Additionally, the support ship has two extra staterooms, which can accommodate four guests. This could come in handy if Bezos wants to entertain a larger group than can fit on the Koru.

On-Board Crew

It probably isn’t a surprise that operating both the Koru and the Abeona is no small task. From staff to drive the boats and maintain them to caring for guests onboard, Bezos needs a small army at sea.

The Koru has a crew of up to 36 people, according to The New York Post. If you think that’s a lot, the Abeona requires up to 45 crew and support staff.

Annual Operating Costs

Purchasing the Koru and Abeona cost Bezos more than half a billion dollars, but his expenses didn’t end there. As you might imagine, the annual cost to maintain a superyacht and its own enormous supporting yacht is more than most people earn in a lifetime.

The Koru costs approximately $25 million in operating expenses per year, according to the Daily Mail . Much less, but still sky-high, Bezos spends around $5 to $10 million on annual maintenance costs for the Abeona, according to Super Yacht Fan ).

When their owners are on dry land, yachts have to find a parking space. However, even this doesn’t always come cheap for Bezos and the Koru.

In November 2023, the billionaire’s yacht arrived in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, but was too big to fit in the port with all the outer superyachts, according to the Daily Mail. Therefore, it had to be docked with cruise ships at Port Everglades, at a rate of $16,500 per week.

While one week of storage might be more than the average person can afford, picking up the tab for any number of weeks would clearly be no issue for Bezos. While his superyacht and the many expenses surrounding it are clearly astronomical, he’s still living well within his budget.

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Jeff Bezos' $500 Million Yacht: A Look at the World's Largest Private Vessel

Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, is known for his extravagant lifestyle and love for luxury yachts. In April 2023, Bezos took delivery of his newest and largest yacht, Koru, which cost a staggering $500 million or more. At 417 feet, Koru is the world's largest sailing yacht, surpassing the previous record holder, the 106-meter Black Pearl.

Built by Oceanco in the Netherlands, Koru is a three-masted sailing yacht that features a sleek and modern design. Unlike other yachts owned by billionaires, Koru is powered by wind and sails, rather than diesel engines. It is reported that the yacht has a range of 7,000 nautical miles and can accommodate up to 36 guests and 60 crew members. The yacht is also equipped with a helipad, a swimming pool, a spa, and a gym.

The delivery of Koru has sparked controversy and criticism, with some arguing that the money spent on the yacht could have been put to better use. However, Bezos has defended his purchase, stating that he plans to use the yacht for scientific research and exploration. Regardless of the controversy, there is no denying that Koru is a stunning and impressive vessel that will undoubtedly turn heads wherever it sails.

Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, has recently taken delivery of his new sailing yacht, Koru, after it completed its initial sea trials. The vessel is reportedly worth $500 million, making it one of the most expensive yachts in the world. This section will provide an overview of the yacht, the builder, and the cost.

Koru is a three-masted sailing yacht that is 417 feet long, making it the largest sailing yacht in the world. It was built by Oceanco, a Dutch shipyard that has built many superyachts for wealthy clients. The yacht has a steel hull and a superstructure made of aluminum. It is equipped with all the luxury amenities that one would expect from a yacht of this caliber, including a pool, a support vessel, and a range of water toys.

The Builder

Oceanco is a leading superyacht builder based in the Netherlands. The shipyard has built many of the world's most impressive yachts, including the Black Pearl, which is one of the largest sailing yachts in the world. Oceanco has a reputation for building high-quality yachts that are both luxurious and innovative.

Koru reportedly cost $500 million to build, which makes it one of the most expensive yachts in the world. The yacht was built in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, and was delivered to Bezos in May 2023. The cost of the yacht has been a source of controversy, with some critics arguing that it is an excessive display of wealth.

In conclusion, Koru is a stunning sailing yacht that is equipped with all the luxury amenities that one would expect from a yacht of this caliber. It was built by Oceanco, a leading superyacht builder based in the Netherlands. The yacht reportedly cost $500 million to build, making it one of the most expensive yachts in the world.

Design and Features

Jeff Bezos' yacht, Y721, boasts an impressive design and features that make it stand out from other superyachts. The yacht has been under construction at the Oceanco shipyard in Rotterdam since 2019 and is set to be delivered in 2022.

Layout and Amenities

The Y721 is a 127-meter sailing yacht that will become the largest sailing yacht in the world upon delivery. The yacht features a sleek black hull with classic lines and a uniquely designed bowsprit - a custom spar extending forward from the ship's bow to which her forestays are fastened. The yacht's layout includes six decks, with ample space for guests and crew.

The yacht's interior is designed by Nuvolari Lenard and features a contemporary style with a focus on natural light and open spaces. The yacht has several lounges, including a main salon, a sky lounge, and a beach club. The beach club is located at the stern and includes a swimming pool, a cinema, and a gym.

Support Vessel

The Y721 also comes with a support vessel, the YS7512, which is a 75-meter Damen Yacht. The support vessel is designed to carry additional equipment, such as helicopters, tenders, and water toys. The support vessel also includes accommodation for additional guests and crew.

Toys and Entertainment

The Y721 is equipped with a range of toys and entertainment options to keep guests entertained during their stay. The yacht has a variety of water toys, including jet skis, paddleboards, and kayaks. The yacht also has a submarine, which can take guests on underwater excursions.

In addition to the water toys, the yacht has a cinema and a selection of board games and books. The yacht also has a wooden sculpture on display, adding to the yacht's artistic appeal.

Overall, the Y721 is an impressive yacht with a range of features that make it stand out from other superyachts. From the spacious layout to the range of amenities and toys on offer, the yacht is sure to provide guests with a memorable experience.

Media Coverage

News coverage.

Jeff Bezos' new yacht has been the subject of much media attention since its completion. Major news outlets such as The New York Times, BBC News, and CNN have all reported on the yacht, with some referring to it as a "superyacht" and others as a "megayacht". The yacht, named Koru, is reportedly worth $500 million and is 417 feet long.

News coverage of the yacht has focused on its size, luxury, and the fact that it is owned by one of the world's wealthiest individuals. Some reports have also speculated about the yacht's environmental impact, given its size and the fact that it is a sailing yacht rather than a motor yacht.

Social Media

The yacht has also generated significant buzz on social media platforms such as Twitter and Instagram. Many users have shared photos and videos of the yacht, expressing awe at its size and opulence. Some have also criticized Bezos for spending so much money on a yacht, arguing that the funds could be put to better use elsewhere.

The yacht has also been the subject of memes and jokes on social media, with some users poking fun at its size and the fact that it reportedly requires a smaller yacht to transport its support equipment.

Overall, media coverage of Jeff Bezos' new yacht has been extensive, with both traditional news outlets and social media users weighing in on the yacht's significance. While some have praised the yacht as a symbol of personal growth and renewal for Bezos, others have criticized it as a display of excessive wealth and indulgence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the name of jeff bezos' yacht.

Jeff Bezos' yacht is called "Koru".

How big is Jeff Bezos' yacht?

Koru is a three-masted sailing yacht that is 127 meters (417 feet) long.

Who designed Jeff Bezos' yacht?

Koru was designed by the Dutch yacht builder, Oceanco.

What is the cost of Jeff Bezos' yacht?

The estimated cost of Koru is $500 million.

Where was Jeff Bezos' yacht built?

Koru was built in the Netherlands by Oceanco.

How many crew members are on Jeff Bezos' yacht?

It is not clear how many crew members are on Koru, but it is expected to have a large crew to maintain and operate the yacht.

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The best pictures of Koru

In 2022, the 125.8-metre sailing yacht Koru made history when she hit the water at Oceanco ’s Alblasserdam facilities. Now successfully delivered, she is the flagship of the Oceanco fleet and the largest Dutch-built yacht in the world. 

BOAT rounds up the best pictures of the three-masted sailing yacht owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos...

Koru unable to dock in Florida

Koru arrived at Port Everglades, Florida in November 2023 following a months-long Mediterranean cruise that included stopovers in Dubrovnik, Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer and Calabria (according to BOATPro ). The sailing yacht was too large to anchor in the nearby marina, which has a maximum capacity of 121.9 metres. She was photographed instead docking next to a 297-metre cruise ship named Rhapsody of the Seas .

Koru's helicopter landing

Last summer, Koru was spotted in the French Riveria alongside her 75-metre support vessel Abeona . Delivered by Damen Yachting two months before the mothership, Abeona is equipped with a helipad and hangar for a D14 value helicopter– which is clearly being put to good use. Accommodation is for up to 45 people onboard Bezos' support vessel, including crew, guests and other specialist staff.

Koru in Portofino

Koru and Abeona also travelled to Portofino in the summer of 2023, with both Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez sighted enjoying lunch and taking photographs while on board. 

Koru's figurehead

Throughout construction, it was difficult to get a glimpse of the details on board Koru ; but once handed over, all of her traditional features could be admired up close. As well as the intricate gold paintwork and scarlet bootstripe, the yacht also features an elaborate figurehead made of polished wood. The woman is wearing a necklace with a symbol in the pendant, which some have speculated could be the Māori symbol meaning "koru".

Koru in front of Palma Cathedral

After delivery, the schooner spent some time enjoying the waters of Mallorca. The Balearic hotspot is a magnet for superyachts during the Mediterranean season, but Koru had the quiet anchorage largely to herself after leaving the Oceanco shipyard. Her classic lines could be appreciated in all of their glory against the backdrop of Palma Cathedral. 

Koru delivered to Mallorca

In April 2023. Koru was delivered and undertook her maiden voyage from the Netherlands to Gibraltar. She then headed onwards to Palma, giving the world a first glimpse of her cascading aft decks, mighty masts and elaborate aft deck pool arrangement. She was flying solo in Mallorca, but was later joined by support vessel Abeona .

Koru in Gibraltar

Following her successful sea trials in Rotterdam, Koru embarked on journey to Palma, Mallorca that involved an overnight anchorage in Gibraltar. The sailing yacht was sighted passing through the Strait of Gibraltar a second time on her cross-continental journey from the Mediterranean to the USA in November 2023.

Koru on sea trials

Koru was spotted departing from Rotterdam in the early morning light of February 13 to begin sea trials. The 125.8-metre Oceanco set sail across the North Sea to put her performance to the test after hitting the water for the first time in August 2022. The traditional three-masted schooner yacht has a midnight blue hull, traditional canoe stern and the unique addition of a chair at the very tip of the bowsprit. Her name represents the idea of life’s perpetual movement and is a Māori word closely related to that of an unfurling leaf.

Koru with her masts stepped

The yacht was seen for the first time in her final form on the dock in the Port of Rotterdam. Her trio of masts was stepped here to avoid having to dismantle any bridges to allow the Oceanco giant yacht to pass under. The maximum height of the bridge is 70 metres; the masts on Koru are thought to measure between 65 and 85 metres. The first images of Koru indicate the yacht will have plenty of features for her owner to enjoy, including an aft deck pool and a large, uncluttered sundeck.

Koru launched

The 125.8-metre yacht was moved from Oceanco’s primary facilities at the crack of dawn to enter the final stages of construction. The hull was transported via Dordrecht and Spijkenisse (Oude Maas), and her masts were transported separately via the slightly shorter Rotterdam Centre (Nieuwe Maas).

Koru moves through the Dutch canals

Before she hit the water, the hull of Koru was loaded onto a transport vessel and she made the journey through the Dutch canals for further construction work. The yacht was captured against the backdrop of the quaint Dutch countryside, revealing her classic-looking lines and long rows of windows.

Koru from a bird's eye view

As she was wheeled out of the shed into the light of day, yacht-spotters were able to get their first proper aerial shot of the yacht, without her masts. 

Koru rolls out of the shed

When Oceanco completed the work on the hull, the yacht was rolled out of the shed to reveal a crisp navy hull and white superstructure. Koru ’s exterior design immediately drew a comparison to Lürssen’s 93-metre sailing yacht Eos , which was designed by US-based Langan Design . This was the world’s first sighting of the already iconic superyacht.

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To soak up the summer sun, Jeff Bezos has sailed his $500 million Koru superyacht thousands of miles across the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. Its sails, as massive as skyscrapers, had dozens of workers perched on them, working like trapeze artists to perform maintenance.

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Zen and Koru in Palma. | Juan Poyatos

Boat and ship spotters in Palma may now have fewer cruise ships to study, but they are being compensated by the regular appearance of floating palaces that are the possessions of the world's mega-rich.

On Friday in the bay of Palma , not one but two of these coincided. Competing for attention were Zen , which belongs to the Chinese founder of Alibaba, Jack Ma , and Koru , the proud possession of the founder of Amazon, Jeff Bezos . So, not only was this a meeting of two super superyachts, it was one involving two of the planet's main e-commerce companies; there clearly is money to be made from e-commerce.

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In the case of Koru , this is in fact a super sailboat. It cost around 500 million dollars and is 127 metres in length, the second largest super sailboat in the world. The largest belongs to a Russian, Andrey Melnichenko , who made his money from fertiliser. The Russian billionaire is currently unable to enjoy Sailing Yacht A , as the Italian authorities seized it in Trieste in March last year.

There is anticipation that both Bezos and Ma will soon be in Mallorca ; quite possibly even this weekend.

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El superyate Intrepid, del rey de las ferreterías de Estados Unidos, se pone a punto en Mallorca

Tiene 69 metros de eslora, está valorado en 40 millones de dólares, presta apoyo al yate infinity y cuanta con un hangar cerrado de helicópteros, un centro de buceo y un hospital.

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Yates en Mallorca: Las fotos del superyate Intrepid atracado en Palma / Miguel Vicens

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El superyate Intrepid , del millonario estadounidense Eric Smidt , ha atracado sus 69 metros de eslora en Palma , en el muelle exterior de Astilleros de Mallorca , donde su imponente estampa de dos cubiertas con helipuerto y su avanzado diseño puede ser contemplados a muy pocos metros por los ciudadanos que estos días se acercan hasta las inmediaciones del Real Club Náutico de Palma .

El buque de recreo, valorado en 40 millones de dólares y que navega bajo bandera de las Islas Caimán , es obra de los astilleros holandeses Damen Yatching , que lo botaron en el año 2016 para el empresario californiano, presidente y director ejecutivo de Harbor Freight Tools , una compañia con más de 15.00 ferreterías minoristas presente en 48 estados norteamericanos, que cuenta con 26.000 trabajadores y facturó ocho mil millones de dólares en ventas en 2023.

El yate inteprid, de casco de acero y superestructura de aluminio, esta equipado con c uatro potentes motores diésel que le permiten alcanzar los 20 nudos de velocidad , 18 a velocidad crucero,cargando en sus depósitos hasta 350.000 litros de combustible .

Una vista de la popa del buque, coronada por un helipuerto / Miguel Vicens

Hangar cerrado para helicópteros y un hospital a bordo

Además cuenta con capacidad para alojar en sus camarotes a 21 tripulantes. La publicación especializada Superyatch Fan cuenta que entre su equipamiento destaca, además del mencionado helipuerto, un  hangar cerrado para helicópteros   co un taller para este tipo de aeronaves bajo la cubierta.

Pero eso no es todo. También cuenta con centro de buceo completamente equipado , así como con 250 metros cuadrados de cubierta preparados para portar todo tipo de embarcaciones auxiliares y una amplia gama de accesorios de entretenimiento . Por si fuera poco, para situaciones de emergencia, el yate Intrepid alberga un hospital completamente equipad o, lo que garantiza la seguridad y el bienestar del pasaje.

Los yates Infinity e Intrepid navegando este verano en Mallorca muy cerca de Camp de Mar, en Andratx / Sebastian Sandner/Mallorca Zeitung

El buque de apoyo del yate Infinity, la joya de Eric Smidt

Pero el Intrepid , pese a su tamaño y prestaciones, solo es el buque de apoyo del superyate Infinity, de 117 metros de eslora, la joya de Eric Smidt, que también visitó Astilleros Mallorca en mayoy ha navegado por aguas mallorquinas durante el verno. Se trata de un yate muy nuevo, construido por los e xclusivos astilleros holandeses Oceanco y entregado en el año 2022, con capaciadad para alojar a 24 invitados en sus lujosas suites.

Así es el megayate "Infinity", de 350 millones de dólares, atracado en Gijón para protegerse del mal tiempo

El Intrepid es la garantía de seguridad del Infinity , buque al que escolta , presta asistencia y podría llegar a remolcar sin problema en caso de avería, como demuestran las enormes bitas situadas en la parte central de su popa. Una opción que Jeff Bezos , el fundador de Amazon y propietario del Washington Post también ha recurrido, siendo escolatada su espectacular goleta Koru por e l barco de apoyo Abeona , también de prestaciones superlativas

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Entertainment | jeff bezos and lauren sanchez’s latest extravagance: a ‘10,000-year clock’ built into a mountain, for her new vogue profile, the irrepressible sanchez posed in a body-hugging dolce and gabbana gown next to the underground clock that she and bezos hope will last 10,000 years.

Sanchez tells a writer for Vogue that the “10,000-Year-Clock” offers her and her future husband, the second richest man in the world, a way of “thinking about the future.”

The irrepressible Sanchez opened up about the 10,000-Year Clock while flying the Vogue writer on a helicopter tour of Bezos’ West Texas ranch, one of the more than half a dozen luxury properties in his estimated $500 million real estate portfolio, as the New York Post also reported. 

In a new exclusive interview, Lauren Sánchez discusses going to space, giving back, and her high-flying romance with Jeff Bezos. Read the full profile here: https://t.co/qXtkaXgN1C pic.twitter.com/rz2CPDCF27 — Vogue Magazine (@voguemagazine) November 13, 2023

At the ranch, Bezos and Sanchez host holiday gatherings for their extended, blended family, and the Amazon founder launches rockets from his Blue Origin space facility, Vogue reported. The West Texas property also includes a family compound, clustered around a two-story main residence and a swimming pool, “made to appear like a pond with rocky banks,” Vogue writer Chloe Malle, who happens to be Candice Bergen’s daughter, reported.

Bezos, in case you missed it, also recently purchased two side-by-side mansions, worth a combined $147 million, on South Florida’s Indian Creek Island, known as “Billionaire Bunker,” Insider reported . There, neighbors will include the recently divorced Tom Brady and the polarizing former White House aides Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump, the latter of whom Sanchez mingled with at Kim Kardashian’s birthday bash in October . Earlier this month, Bezos, who has an estimated net worth of $160 billion, announced on Instagram that he was leaving his longtime residence of Seattle so that he and Sanchez could make Miami their new home base, Insider reported.

Sanchez, though, can continue to regard herself as the face of philanthropy in Los Angeles, Vogue said. That’s because the former TV newscaster and Bezos also have a $165 million Tudor mansion in Beverly Hills, the New York Post said. This past weekend, their good friends Barry Diller and Diane von Furstenberg, hosted a second, star-studded engagement party for them at their Beverly Hills mansion. Sanchez’s longtime friend, Kris Jenner, and her daughters Kim and Khloe Kardashian, were among the celebrity guests.

Back in West Texas, Sanchez and Bezos posed for glamour images for Vogue’s December cover story, shot by celebrity photographer Annie Leibovitz. One photo shows Sanchez and Bezos, in a cowboy hat, sitting cheek-to-cheek in a pickup truck. Another shows Sanchez in a red-sequined, body-hugging Dolce and Gabbana gown, descending a spiral staircase into the subterranean complex that houses the 10,000-Year Clock.

The Daily Beast’s “wealth and power reporter” Noah Kirsch said that the clock, located 500 feet underground, seems to be “a somewhat confusing initiative.” Kirsch also said that the Vogue cover story about Sanchez and her conspicuous consumption with Bezos almost seemed intended to inflame the “eat the rich crowd.”

Malle described how Sanchez landed the helicopter, on the side of the Sierra Diablo mountains, so that the two could descend into the mouth of a cliff to explore the clock. Sanchez insisted that they go all the way to the bottom, to get a better sense of “the engineering feat envisioned with next generations in mind.”

For the website for the 10,000-Year Clock, Bezos said he was working with the its “father,” inventor, entrepreneur and computer scientist Danny Hillis, who pioneered parallel computers and their use in artificial intelligence. Other partners in the endeavor include the San Francisco-based Long Now Foundation , which was created to foster “long-term” thinking with this “Clock of the Long Now,” “an immense, mechanical monument.”

Malle reported that it took over a year to drill 500 feet into solid limestone and quartz to create the space for the clock, and two years for a diamond-cutting robot to slice stairs into the stone. Inside, enormous titanium and stainless gears look like parts to the inside of a giant wristwatch and showcase a 10,000 pound bronze-cased concrete pendulum, Malle reported.

What if we kissed inside the 10,00 Year Clock, a subterranean project in West Texas backed by Lauren Sánchez’s fiancé, Jeff Bezos? pic.twitter.com/bHTBLn9jTL — Lydia Tárt (Jonathan Glazer stan account) (@hannahtindle) November 13, 2023

Sanchez tried to explain the concept of the clock, telling Malle that there are five metal anniversary displays that will function like traditional cuckoo clocks chiming at one year, 10 years, 100 years, 1,000 years, and 10,000 years. Bezos probably explained it a bit better by saying that the clock will tick once a year, with its century hand advancing once every 100 years. The clock should keep time for the next 10,000 years, becoming “a symbol” and “an icon for long-term thinking,” Bezos said.

If the concept remains “a bit confusing,” as the Daily Beast reported, Sanchez suggested a more immediate use for the clock, one that could include a visit by the Kardashians and her other celebrity friends. She told the Vogue writer: “Wouldn’t it be cool to have a Halloween party here?”

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Southern California Fundraiser for the US Sailing Team Sperry: May 16th

Come join the US Sailing Team Sperry athletes at the Southern California Fundraiser to support our national Olympic and Paralympic sailors, with all proceeds going to support their efforts at the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 2016

Saturday may 16, 2015, california yacht club, 4469 admiralty way, marina del rey, schedule and details,  junior sailors arrive, rig, & get ready for a great day  800 – 1000, junior coaching and workshops  1000 – 1430.

Junior sailors, come get some coaching from the US Sailing Team athletes themselves! Open to all abilities in Optis, Laser Radials, Lasers, and CFJs (double-handed). Bring your own boat.

Meet the Athletes & Silent Auction  1500 – 1700

Open to the public; no cost! An afternoon meet-and-greet with the athletes will allow everyone – kids and adults alike – a chance to get to meet some of the Olympic hopefuls and enjoy the afternoon with them.  There will be options to sail with them and get to know them better, as well as some videos to see what the team has been up to over the past year. There will also be a silent auction, US Sailing Team Sperry gear for sale, and a raffle. Raffle tickets may be purchased with event registration online or at the door; $5 per ticket or 5 for $20.

Paul Cayard – Project Pipeline  1600 – 1630

Paul Cayard, from the AmericaOne Foundation will say a few words about the contributions that the Foundation is making to the US Olympic Development Program, and some of the exciting new opportunities for American junior sailors as a result.

Cocktails & Silent Auction  1800

In the evening, California Yacht Club is continuing the festivities with a cocktail party and additional silent auction for the guests.  Tickets required, see below.

Dinner  1900

Dinner program & live auction 2030.

Master of Ceremonies: Gary Jobson

Attire: Smart Cocktail Casual

Featured Auction Items

Raffle Items

Grand prize.

$500 West Marine Gift Card

First Price

US Sailing Team Sperry Gift Package: Sperry Shoe Gift Card, US Sailing Team Sperry gear

Second Prize

Kaenon Sunglasses

Third Prize

Wine Basket

Junior Coaching and Workshop: $100 per sailor*

Sailors in the Opti, Laser Radial, Laser, and CFJ classes – bring your own boat.

(100% Tax Deductible)

Gala – Table Sponsorship:  $2,500

($2,000 is Tax Deductible)

Includes 10 tickets

Seated with two athletes and/or VIP at your table

Signed US Sailing Team Banner/Poster

US Sailing Team Sperry team gear

Gala – Individual Dinner Tickets:  $150*

($100 is Tax Deductible)

*Space is limited

Also available when you register:.

Raffle tickets – $5, or 5 for $20

US Sailing Team Sperry T-shirts – $20

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Purchase tickets through the eventbrite button below, or by contacting the california yacht club directly..

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