Photos by J. Raycroft, Big Easy, & S. McCutcheon
Feature: The Magnificent Seven
January 1, 2004
The modern world offers many ways to get from Point A to Point B, but few are as redolent of romance, history and sublime relaxation as a passage on a grand yacht, where the journey truly is the adventure. We have searched the seven seas and come up with a selection of our favorite vessels afloat. Exceptional features—full spa, coveted itineraries, and unparalleled design and performance—mark these yachts as best of breed. Before you navigate the world of chartering, however, take the time to speak with experts in the field to ensure smooth sailing.
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Pangaea is a steel-hulled expedition yacht perfect for exploring off-the-navigation-charts locales. (Click image to enlarge)Pangaea
Ushering in a new gilded age of exploration, the steel-hulled
expedition yacht Pangaea is ruggedly designed for far-flung global journeys
while providing a refined shipboard experience. The 184-foot Halter trilevel
accommodates 12 guests in six staterooms, including an owner’s suite with a
private deck, and has a crew of 12. Generously proportioned with over 7,000
square feet of interior and deck space, Pangaea also features a gym, formal
dining room and oversize Jacuzzi on the sun deck. Underscoring its explorer
cachet, Pangaea’s adventure quotient is also high, with a quiver of
state-of-the-art water toys, including three tenders (one is a 36-foot Predator
sportfish equipped with tournament fishing gear), 16 sets of scuba gear, SeaDoos
and underwater scooters.
Charter rate: $175,000 per week
Cruising areas:
Summer—Mediterranean; Winter—Caribbean, Central America
Sacks Group
954.764.7742
www.sacksyachts.com
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The 210-foot, aluminum-hulled Felicita West is the latest yacht from Perini
Navi. It comes with two tenders, three Lasers and kayaks. (Click image to enlarge)
Felicita West
True yachters know what is in a name, and the Perini Navi marque is
beyond reproach, especially when speaking about new build Felicita West, the
largest of the storied vessels yet introduced. A quintessential sailing yacht,
the 210-foot aluminum-hulled cruising ketch combines generous space, refined
comfort and the true sailing performance expected from a Ron Holland design
incorporating 10,000 square feet of billowing sails. Below, she features a
full-beam owner’s stateroom, four luxurious suites and impeccable joinery and
styling resulting from a collaboration between Nuvolari Lenard and the Perini
Interior Design team. A long list of water toys includes two tenders, three
Lasers and sea kayaks.
Charter rate: $180,000 to $210,000 per
week
Cruising areas: Summer—Caribbean; Winter—Mediterranean
Ultra Marine Yacht Charters
888.858.7212 and 212.423.9280
www.ultramarineyacht.com
Excellence III
A new addition to the charter fleet, the trilevel motor
yacht Excellence III is a superlative example of stylish form meeting function.
The striking, blue-hulled 187-foot Abeking & Rasmussen vessel designed by
Donald Starkey features rich detailing throughout, including mahogany paneling
and such luxe accents as myrtle wood and honey onyx. Sleeping 12 guests, the
vessel features plasma screen televisions and steam showers in every
stateroom.
The vast deck space allows for a cocktail bar and Jacuzzi,
while another intelligent use of space is a sky lounge that converts to a
surround-sound home theater featuring advanced Linn components. Active cruisers
can take advantage of a gym with Precor equipment and a full complement of water
toys.
Charter rate: $325,000 per week
Cruising areas: Summer—Western
Mediterranean; Winter—Caribbean
Edmiston & Company
310.777.6535
www.edmistoncompany.com
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