A Closer Look at Serene: The $330 Million Yacht Bill Gates Chartered
While many people must scrimp and save to afford a family holiday, that is not the case for the rich and famous, who have the financial means to go wherever they want whenever they want. You will not find them in budget motels or trying out a destination’s free attractions. Instead, wealthy people can choose the most luxurious accommodation and unique experiences possible for their vacation. One such person who can afford these luxuries is Bill Gates who, with a personal net worth of $95.4 billion, is the second richest person in the world. He has even chartered a yacht worth $330 million to enjoy a vacation with his family.
According to Boat International , Gates chartered a yacht called ‘Serene’ for an estimated $5 million per week. He did this to enjoy a break away with his wife and three children. The family enjoyed a week together on the yacht just off the coast of Porto Cervo, Sardinia, in August 2014.
The 133-foot yacht is one of the largest in the world, and it is owned by Yuri Scheffler, the Stolichnaya vodka magnet. This yacht was delivered to him in 2011, and he has had it on the charter market ever since. Built by the Italian shipyard Fincantieri, it has a rather impressive crew of 53 to take care of the needs of those who charter the yacht. So, what is on the inside of this ship to make it such an amazing experience that is worthy of the high price tag?
The Yacht Charter Fleet has ways for its travelers to enjoy activities both off and onboard. The helipad is available so that guests can take trips to the mainland to enjoy a little sightseeing, a meal in a restaurant, or a local activity. There are also jet-skis available for some fun one the waves around the boat or to travel back to the mainland to enjoy some time away from the yacht. Furthermore, the yacht has its very own submarine. However, you might wonder why anyone would want to get away from the yacht when there is so much to enjoy onboard, including activities for children. Just some of the activities and amenities on board for entertainment include a climbing wall, a trans-deck waterslide, a snow room, a playroom, multiple pools, and a cinema. This means that there are plenty of things onboard to keep the children entertained.
This yacht is not all about the kids having fun, as there are plenty of things for the adults, too. In fact, Serene has a myriad of amenities spread over its six decks that make this a unique way to vacation. From the outside, one of the ship’s most impressive features is its supersized bathtub on the sun deck. The award-winning Serene has a private beach club that has a secluded sunbathing area and a sauna. There are also two Jacuzzis and a sundeck dance floor. Opposite the relaxing hot tun tucked underneath the ship’s observational deck is a fully stocked wet bar with extra sun loungers.
Two of the indoor living and entertaining spaces include a cocktail lounge and a piano bar, while outdoor there are various al fresco dining areas, such as a wet bar, a barbeque, a Teppanyaki grill, and a pizza oven. An unusual space in this yacht is the underwater observation lounge, which many people would find a relaxing area as they watch marine life existing in tranquility around them. Serene also has rather impressive accommodation and it can accommodate up to 24 guests. There are 12 luxurious staterooms, include a master suite, a VIP suite, seven double suites, and three twin cabins. The interior design is the work of Espen Oeino with styling by Reymond Langton. The duo has created living spaces that are stylish and opulent while also being comfortable and versatile.
One of the most impressive areas in terms of styling is the sky lounge. This room is decorated in shades of cream that is accented by darker colors and finished with wooden fixtures. It is equipped with sofas, chairs, and coffee tables for relaxing, and boasts some of the most impressive views from the ship which you can view from almost any vantage point. Another fantastic space is the main lounge, which is a more formal area for entertaining. The main color used is white, which gives the room a bright and airy feel, and some warmth is added with darker tones. Central to the room is a piano, which is surrounded by cocktail tables. An unusual feature of this room is its chandelier. The lounge is located directly above the main dining area, and the chandelier drops between the two rooms.
A double staircase leads down to the chic dining area below. It is set to accommodate a maximum of 24 guests and features two 12-seater tables. However, there is the possibility of entertaining even more people as the tables are extendable and there is plenty of space. This means you can host a banquet in this room. Floor-to-ceiling windows on both sides of the rooms give spectacular panoramic ocean views.
Bill Gates’ time on the yacht with his family is part of his plan to take a more relaxed approach to life and to spend some time away from the office. He has said that he doesn’t have the energy he had when he was younger and plans to balance running his Microsoft Empire and enjoying time with his family better now that he is older. This includes taking vacations away with his loved one. Serene and other chartered yachts are the perfect way for this billionaire businessman to relax and have some fun in comfort and privacy.
Since Gates’ vacation on the yacht, Scheffler has sold the superyacht to Mohammed bin Salman, the deputy crown prince of Saudi Arabia says Yacht Harbor . The Saudi Arabian royal paid a whopping $458 million for the yacht in July 2015. The yacht was once the ninth largest in the world, but it has now dropped into the 15th place because even more impressive superyachts have been built since.
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Built for a Russian owner under an extreme blanket of secrecy, Serene, the first yacht from Fincantieri, the large Italian commercial shipyard in Muggiano, Italy, was launched in September 2010 with completion, blue hull paint and sea trials in 2011. She is the largest yacht ever launched in Italy and features more than 4,000 square meters of interior space among seven decks, plus two helipads and a hangar. She reportedly carries a 100-metre submersible. Standout features include a sauna and adjacent snow room for a true Nordic experience.
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SERENE is a 133.9 m Motor Yacht, built in Italy by Fincantieri and delivered in 2011.
Her top speed is 20.0 kn and she boasts a maximum range of 6000.0 nm when navigating at cruising speed, with power coming from two MTU diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 24 guests in 12 staterooms, with 52 crew members. She has a gross tonnage of 8231.0 GT and a 18.6 m beam.
She was designed by Espen Oeino International , who also completed the naval architecture. Espen Oeino International has designed 70 yachts and created the naval architecture for 18 yachts for yachts above 24 metres.
Her interior was designed by Reymond Langton Design , who has 34 other superyacht interiors designed in the BOAT Pro database - she is built with a Teak deck, a Steel hull, and Aluminium superstructure.
SERENE is in the top 5% by LOA in the world. She is one of 70 motor yachts longer than 100m, and, compared to similarly sized motor yachts, her top speed is 0.3 kn above the average, and her volume 1093.92 GT above the average.
SERENE is currently sailing under the Cayman Islands flag, the 2nd most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 1412 yachts registered. She is known to be an active superyacht and has most recently been spotted cruising near Egypt. For more information regarding SERENE's movements, find out more about BOATPro AIS .
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- Name: SERENE
- Previous Names: PROJECT BLUE
- Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
- Builder: Fincantieri
- Naval Architect: Espen Oeino International
- Exterior Designer: Espen Oeino International
- Interior Designer: Reymond Langton Design
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Serene is a 134 metre motor yacht which was launched in 2011 by Fincantieri Yachts, and is believed to be one of the most technologically advanced in the world.
The Fincantieri Yachts team developed the Serene project from a groundbreaking concept design by Espen Oeino with the interior spaces designed by Pascale Reymond from Reymond Langton Design.
She has seven decks, a hangar and two helicopter landing pads, a large sea-water swimming pool and a tender garage suitable to fit a submarine.
Delivered in 2011, she is one of the largest yachts in the world and a benchmark in technology, innovation and style, not to mention winner of the World Superyacht Awards 2012 in the 3,000-tons-and- above category.
Fincantieri could not have had a more spectacular debut in the sea’s most exclusive market segment with a project reflecting the importance they place on the sea, technology and owner satisfaction.
Serene has been built to meet SOLAS regulations (Safety of Life at Sea), under the supervision of the Lloyd’s Register of Shipping and finally registered under the brand new, at that time, PYC (Passenger Yacht Code).
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SERENE Yacht – Dreamlike $400M Superyacht
The impressive yacht was designed by Espen Øino International, with interior design by Reymond Langton Design.
Built by shipbuilders Fincantieri, SERENE was delivered in 2011 from their Muggiano-based shipyard. The superyacht is the epitome of luxury and offers an excellent yachting experience.
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British designer Reymond Langton Design penned the interior design of the SERENE yacht. The superyacht can accommodate 24 guests across 12 cabins in 1 master suite, 1 VIP, seven doubles, and three twins.
There is accommodation for 62 crew on the 134m yacht that ensures that guests have a lavish and luxurious experience.
The yacht’s amenities include seven swimming pools, an underwater viewing room, and a health spa.
The beach club stretches almost throughout the interior length of the yacht, providing an excellent indoor-outdoor area for guests to enjoy on the water level.
The beach club features one of the most advanced swimming pools built onboard a superyacht.
A dedicated children’s playroom makes the yacht a family-friendly yachting experience for guests. There is an indoor climbing wall, a top deck with a wet bar, and a jacuzzi.
The SERENE yacht has another spa pool on the sun deck for relaxation on the water, surrounded by sun loungers.
The yacht also has two helicopter pads. The fun features of the yacht include a pizza oven and a teppanyaki grill on board. The yacht’s interior is defined as modern and luxurious with attention to detail.
The yacht also features many social spaces for guests to use and a conference room to conduct business on board.
Espen Øino International penned the expert exterior design of the SERENE yacht.
The 134m vessel presents an imposing with six decks, a blue steel hull, and a white aluminum superstructure. She was built by Fincantieri in their Muggiano shipyard and delivered in 2011.
An impressive display of underwater lights emphasizes the yacht’s exterior during the night.
The yacht was the first ever to be built by the Italian shipyard, which had primarily focused on commercial ships before.
Specifications
The 133.9m superrich has a beam of 18.6m and a draft of 5.6m. She has a massive volume of 8321 gross tons powered by 8 MTU engines.
With a range of 5000 nautical miles, she has a maximum speed of 18 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots.
The SERENE yacht is one of the largest yachts in the world; at the time of her delivery, she was placed at the 9th largest yacht in the world. She has a $25 – $35 million running cost per year.
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There is a first time for everything and Fincantieri has reached that milestone again with the launching of their first ever Superyacht Serene . The Serene is a culmination of more than 50 years of strong growth and creativity by Fincantieri whose base of operations is in Italy where it all started. Although, Fincantieri is only celebrated it’s golden anniversary they have had more than 7000 vessels constructed and 200 years of actual shipbuilding experience within the companies that make up the shipbuilding firm known as Fincantieri. Fincantieri has 10 shipyards as well as subsidiaries in both Italy and the United States, which they can use to service your needs.
The largest yacht that has ever been built in Italy the mega yacht Serene is a grand achievement for both the shipbuilder and its ultimate owner. The Serene is in a very exclusive class since it is a member of the 10 largest yachts in the world club exclusivity makes this vessel very desirable amongst the world’s wealthiest connoisseurs of yachting. The Serene has been designed with the incorporation of both sophistication and technology in mind making them one and the same. All of this adds up to a yacht that can serve as both a base of corporate operations and personal playground, and will set sail by years end making way for Fincatieri’s next project at 140 metres.
The 134-metre superyacht hull is a remarkable sight because of its impressive size and obvious claim as the centerpiece of any port it is at berth in. The hull of the Serene has been built to comply with the top class of international safety regulations regarding passenger transports. The hull of the Serene is constructed using the latest state of the art materials that will not only make it incredibly tough, but lightweight for a better max speed. Seven decks make up the Serene from top to bottom, which also includes a hanger, two helo-pads, and a salt-water swimming pool that can accommodate its service craft including a submarine that can reach 100 metres in depth.
There has been no expense spared with regard to the interior of the Superyacht Serene as well. There is more than 4500 square metres of interior space that includes 2700 square metres of opulent luxury that Pascale Reymond personally designed. The bridge of this awesome ship is a captain’s dream workspace with the best in operating systems that can do the job safer, easier, and comfortably. The owners and guests aboard the Serene will not want for any creature comfort that comes to mind either. The cabins are all well appointed with the finest in materials and furnishings. The common areas of the Serene are expertly appointed as well, and there are state of the art entertainment systems ship-wide for all to take advantage of personally or as a group.
Specification of the Serene :
Length Overall: 133.90 m/439.30 ft Beam: 18.50 m/60.70 ft Draught Max: 5.50 m/18.04 ft Hull Material: Steel Superstructure: Aluminium Naval Architect: Espen Oeino International Exterior Designer: Espen Oeino International Interior Designer: Reymond Langton Design Ltd.
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Serene. (yacht) Serene is one of the world's largest private superyachts. Built by Italian shipyard Fincantieri with interior design by Reymond Langton Design, Serene was delivered to her owner in August 2011. [1][2] At delivery, she was one of the 10 largest yachts in the world with an overall length of 133.9 m (439 ft 4 in) and a beam of 18.5 ...
Special Features: The award winning 133.9m/439'4" motor yacht 'Serene' was built by Fincantieri in Italy at their Muggiano shipyard. Her interior is styled by British designer design house Reymond Langton Design and she was delivered to her owner in August 2011.
According to Boat International, Gates chartered a yacht called 'Serene' for an estimated $5 million per week. He did this to enjoy a break away with his wife and three children. The family enjoyed a week together on the yacht just off the coast of Porto Cervo, Sardinia, in August 2014. The 133-foot yacht is one of the largest in the world ...
The Serene yacht is a true titan of the seas, earning its place among the largest yachts globally, boasting an impressive length of 134 meters (or 439 feet).Interestingly, according to official mortgage documents, it was originally intended to bear the name Serena. Key Takeaways: The Serene yacht is one of the largest yachts globally, measuring 134 meters (439 feet) in length.
SERENE is a 133.9 m Motor Yacht, built in Italy by Fincantieri and delivered in 2011. Her top speed is 20.0 kn and she boasts a maximum range of 6000.0 nm when navigating at cruising speed, with power coming from two MTU diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 24 guests in 12 staterooms, with 52 crew members. She has a gross tonnage of 8231.0 ...
Motor Yacht. Serene is a 134 metre motor yacht which was launched in 2011 by Fincantieri Yachts, and is believed to be one of the most technologically advanced in the world. The Fincantieri Yachts team developed the Serene project from a groundbreaking concept design by Espen Oeino with the interior spaces designed by Pascale Reymond from ...
SERENE Yacht - Dreamlike $400M Superyacht. The impressive yacht was designed by Espen Øino International, with interior design by Reymond Langton Design. Built by shipbuilders Fincantieri, SERENE was delivered in 2011 from their Muggiano-based shipyard. The superyacht is the epitome of luxury and offers an excellent yachting experience.
The 134-metre superyacht hull is a remarkable sight because of its impressive size and obvious claim as the centerpiece of any port it is at berth in. The hull of the Serene has been built to comply with the top class of international safety regulations regarding passenger transports. The hull of the Serene is constructed using the latest state ...
Serene is a motor yacht with an overall length of m. The yacht's builder is Fincantieri Yachts from Italy, who launched Serene in 2011. The superyacht has a beam of m, a draught of m and a volume of . GT.. Serene features exterior design by Espen Øino International and interior design by Reymond Langton Design Ltd.. Up to 24 guests can be accommodated on board the superyacht, Serene, and she ...
Serene is the 133.9m yacht, built by one of the most famous Italian shipyards, Fincantieri, in 2011. Featuring a steel hull and aluminum superstructure, she has a beam of 18.5m and a draft of 5.5m. Serene provides accommodation for 24 guests in 12 cabins. Her amenities include two helipads, indoor climbing wall, fully equipped spa, three swimming pools and an underwater viewing room plus space ...
By Editorial Team 8 August 2014. The 133m/436ft superyacht SERENE has welcomed aboard the world's wealthiest man, Bill Gates and his family for a charter vacation in the beautiful cruising grounds of Sardinia. The Microsoft founder and philanthropist along with his wife and three children have been enjoying the Mediterranean summer in style ...
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The largest yacht ever built in Italy and one of the most sophisticated, state-of-the-art vessels in the world today, superyacht SERENE (hull 6154) captures attention with her impressive 134 metres (439'48") in length over all and her beautiful design by the world renowned designer Espen Oeino. Launched in 2010 and delivered to her proud owner in August this year, luxury motor yacht Serene ...
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