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GO Yacht – Prestigious $90 M Superyacht

The flagship vessel of Turquoise Yachts and features interior and exterior designs from H2 Yacht Design.

The incredible yacht is cutting edge in technological features and design and has won several awards since her 2018 launch.

GO yacht interior

GO Yacht’s interior was styled by H2 Yacht Design and features impressive designs and amenities. The yacht has accommodation for 18 guests in 11 cabins and 19 crew members.

The owner’s deck is luxurious and features a spa pool. Crew members are well catered to onboard with their own private lounges and a gym.

The interior is spacious and seamlessly merges with the sheltered deck areas. Plenty of large windows allow sunlight to pour in from every angle into the interior.

The yacht features an expansive deck space with alfresco dining options and plenty of places for the guests onboard to soak up the sun.

The swimming pool onboard is a perfect way to relax and features a waterfall.

A swim platform is an excellent spot for the guests to jump into the ocean. The GO Yacht also features a beauty salon, a steam room, and a gym for the guests who want to enjoy the wellness amenities on board.

The beach club creates an excellent indoor/outdoor area on the water level with three opening doors.

The elevator makes it easy to reach the different decks of the yacht, and her touch-and-go helideck compliments the luxurious features of the vessel.

There are plenty of water toys for guests to use, such as wave runners, snorkeling gears, and towable toys. The garage onboard is fitted out with tenders that make the yachting experience exceptional. 

The exterior of the GO Yacht was also designed by H2 Yacht Design, featuring sporty lines and impressive good looks on the water. Turquoise Yachts is a Turkish shipyard based in Tuzla, Istanbul.

She was built by Turquoise Yachts and delivered in 2018. GO Yacht was the Turkey-based shipyard’s flagship build.

The vessel has a steel hull, aluminum, superstructure, and teak decks.  The yacht is illuminated in the dark with underwater lights across the exterior.

Specifications

GO Yacht is a 77m superyacht with a 13.2m beam and a draft of 4.01m. She has twin Caterpillar engines that give her a cruising speed of 15 knots and a top speed of 18 knots.

She has a displacement of 2008 gross tons. GO Yacht is a $90 million vessel with an annual running cost of $5 – $10 million.

She features at-anchor stabilizers that are an eco-friendly option to remain at anchor without lowering the anchor. This feature is excellent for preventing damage to underwater ecosystems.

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With launch in 2018, superyacht GO (ex Project NB63) is a 77m luxury motor yacht built by Turquoise Yachts and designed by H2 Yacht Design. Upon her launch, she was the largest yacht ever built by the shipyard. She is able to accommodate 12 guests in 7 cabins.

NOTABLE FEATURES: ~ 162 sqm beach club ~ Owner's deck spa pool ~ Ten-metre limousine ~ Swimming pool with a waterfall ~ Crew of 19 ~ Swim platform ~ Elevator

The interior design was the work of famous H2 Yacht Design who worked closely with the yacht's owner. On the main deck are the main salon and dining area. There is an elevator that serves all decks, including the sundeck where guests can enjoy the sun and dine alfresco.

GO Specifications

The owner's deck hosts a huge master cabin and a private spa pool. Ideal for socialising, the beach club is of a considerable 162 sqm metre size.

Powered by two CAT 3516C diesel engines, GO can reach a top speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots.

Yacht Accommodation

Accommodation is provided in 7 cabins for 12 guests.

Amenities and Extras

Tenders and Toys: ~1 x Pascoe 9.6m Limousine tender ~1 x Pascoe DT Beachlander ~8.6m tender ~2 x Waverunners (Seadoo GTX300) ~1 x Seadoo Spark (reservation) ~Snorkelling gear ~Waterskis & tows COMMUNICATIONS ~Satcom & cellular communications facilities VSAT, VOIP Wi-Fi internet access Comprehensive audio-visual systems Satellite television iPod docking stations

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With vibrant hull colour matching the Turquoise brand identity, 77m motor yacht Go is the centre of attention from the moment she launched. From the raised pool on the sundeck with a built-in waterfall feature to the open-air gym on the bridge deck and the full-beam beach club down at water level, she specifically designed to offer a variety of spaces.

MAIN SPECIFICATIONS

• LOA: 76,75m
• BEAM MAX: 13,05m
• DRAFT: 4,10m
• GROSS TONAGE: 2008
• MAX SPEED: 18 Knots Approx.
• MATERIAL: Steel Hull & Aluminium Superstructure
• CLASS: Lloyd’s Register of Shipping, 100 A1 SSC Yacht Mono G6, LMC, UMS
• EXTERIOR DESIGN: H2 Yacht Design
• INTERIOR DESIGN: H2 Yacht Design
• MAIN ENGINES: Caterpillar, 3516C 2x1920 bkW (2575 BHP)
• GENERATORS: Caterpillar, 4xC9 200ekW
• STABILIZERS: NAIAD, 8.44 sqm fins AT REST TM
• DISPLACEMENT(full): 1592
• FLAG: Cayman Island

ACCOMMODATIONS

• TENDERS & TOYS: 1 Pascoe 9.6m Limousine, 1 Pascoe DT Beachlander 8.6m, 2 Wave Runners (Seadoo GTX300), 1 Seadoo Spark (reservation)
• GUEST ACCOMMODATION: 1 Owner’s suite, 1 Owner’s office, 1 VIP, 1 VIP lounge / convertible, 3 Double guest rooms, 2 Twin guest rooms, 2 Saloon / dining, 1 Gym with steam room, 1 Beach club with dive store and massage room
• CREW ACCOMMODATION: 1 Captain Cabin, 1 Convertible hospital / crew, 4 Double Crew Cabins, 1 Crew mess, 1 Crew chill / Games room, 1 Crew Office

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Superyacht GO hits the water: Tankoa successfully launch first T450

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By Anna Ingles   6 February 2024

Tankoa Yachts has welcomed its first unit of the T450 series with the successful launch of the luxury motor yacht GO . Sold in late 2021 and recently christened at the Genoa shipyard in Italy , this anticipated launch represents a new venture for Tankoa Yachts into the sub-50-meter class, without compromising their renowned commitment to quality, comfort, and innovation.

Showcasing a captivating design penned by Cassetta - Yacht Design & Architecture, motor yacht GO boasts a harmonious balance of bold vertical and sleek horizontal lines.

Constructed with steel and aluminum, the 45m (147.8ft) superyacht maintains Tankoa's classic aesthetics while venturing into new design territory. Originally set to be 430GT, the American owner reportedly requested an increase to 450GT, thus enhancing the interior volume.

Not only a sight to behold but also a haven of luxury, motor yacht GO features a vast master cabin on the main deck and five additional comfortable guest suites on the lower deck.

The interiors are bathed in natural light thanks to extensive windows, highlighting the feeling of space onboard. A standout feature is the generous beach club, complete with opening side platforms and a sliding sun pad that ingeniously conceals the pool when the yacht is underway, a perfect amenity for relaxing afternoons on a Mediterranean yacht charter .

The Tankoa T450 M/Y Go is a testament to the collaborative efforts between the shipyard, client, and designer, resulting in a yacht that reflects Tankoa's capabilities within a more compact frame. Claudio Corvino, Sales & business development manager for the Americas and Asia-Pacific, Tankoa Yachts

For guests who want to make the most of the sun and sweeping views of iconic yacht charter destinations , the large sundeck is equipped with a hydromassage tub and shaded alfresco dining area, perfect for enjoying the open sea. Health and wellness have not been overlooked, with a dedicated gym and a unique fire pit located on the upper deck.

With the second unit of the T450 series already under construction, motor yacht GO is currently gearing up for delivery in the spring and anticipates appearances at the forthcoming autumn boat shows, where she will make her international debut.

It is unknown whether motor yacht GO will be joining the yacht charter fleet , however, if you're interested in yacht rentals and want to learn more about availability over the summer season, contact your preferred yacht charter broker today.

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Go (formerly Feadship De Vries SL39 mk3) is a 39m motor yacht launched in March 2010 from Feadship. She was delivered in April 2010.

Superyacht Go has a steel hull and aluminium superstructure with a beam of 9.10m (29.86ft) and a 2.75m (9.02ft) draft. The luxury vessel's sophisticated exterior design and engineering are the work of De Voogt Naval Architects.  Go's sophisticated interior by FPA Architects is characterised by a warm approach, drawing on a neutral colour scheme; wood finishes and a variety of textures and fabrics. Performance + Capabilities Go is capable of 13.7 knots flat out, powered by twin MTU engines. GO Accommodation Go offers accommodation for up to 10 guests. She is also capable of carrying up to seven crew members onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

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Video: Turquoise superyacht Go collides with Sint Maarten dock

The 77 metre superyacht Go has been filmed colliding with the wooden dock of the Sint Maarten yacht club in the Caribbean.

Onlookers filmed the flagship of Turkish yard Turquoise Yachts crash into the dock as it was leaving Simpson Bay Lagoon from its berth in Ile de Sol Marina.

The collision, which took place at around 10.15am on Wednesday morning, was caused by a computer malfunction on board, according to local newspaper The Daily Herald .

The Daily Herald reported that the yacht collided with the wooden docks twice before returning to its berth. No injuries were reported.

Sint Maarten Yacht Club general manager Michele Korteweg told The Daily Herald : “We’ve been removing all the debris and out insurance person has already been here to assess the damage.”

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• Mar 4, 2021

Captain Makes Clutch Decision to Save Superyacht 'GO' in St. Maarten's Crash

By: Scott Way

Last week the brilliantly turquoise superyacht GO made headlines for crashing into St. Maarten's Yacht Club. Not once, but twice.

Naturally, internet 'experts' were quick to pounce. With a predictable lack of knowledge, many immediately labeled the crash the result of driver error. Surely no captain could crash one of the world's nicest boats into one of yachting's most famous ports. What the videos lack, like most viral phenomena, is context. The captain of GO was recently interviewed by The Daily Herald to discuss the circumstances surrounding the incident. Predictably, there was far more at play than operator error. If you haven't seen the videos, here's a few different angles of the mishap:

As for the vessel in question, the boldly turquoise GO is a 77m (252 ft) luxury motor yacht designed by H2 and built by the aptly named Turquoise Yachts . It is owned by Capri Sun mogul Hans-Peter Wild . Yes, that Capri Sun, the lovable juice in a bag with the world's most challenging straw. It is entirely computer-driven and packed with deluxe appointments including a pool, jacuzzi, elevator, gym, helipad, and steam room. She runs with a crew of 19 and has 7 cabins for up to 12 guests. It was built in Turkey and launched in 2018 with a pricetag of roughly $100 million USD.

As for the events that transpired, captain Simon Johnson was preparing to depart the lagoon via the rotating land bridge (which you can see in the upper frame of the second video). While roughly 50 metres from the bridge and holding position pending the bridge opening, an electronic error began pushing the yacht forward without steering input. The passage itself is precarious enough as GO carries a 13.5 meter (44 ft) beam and has only 50 cm (1.6 ft) of clearance on either side.

Johnson told The Herald , “With not much water between us and the bridge, I always set to align my stern and get parallel well in time for the bridge opening. We left the dock an hour before and went through all the checks. There was nothing different from the other times we’ve done this exit. I was in good shape."

“Then, when we were about 50 metres away and holding position, the yacht started moving mysteriously forward. There was nothing I seemed to be able to do; all the controls on the bridge were showing normal. I called the engine room and everything was normal down there. I found I had extremely limited control, almost limited to only the bow thruster, but with now only 50 metres between us and the bridge I had to make a decision fast."

The ability to prioritize outcomes while under duress is a valuable trait, and the sign of a good captain, and Johnson was able to calculate a remarkable list of outcomes before choosing a course of action.

“I certainly did not want to put the anchor down. That would have been disastrous. By the time the anchor hit the bottom we would have been 30 metres further in. Then we would have pinned the bow upwind, and slewed the stern towards the rocks and the road bridge.

“We have 160,000 litres of fuel on board. If I had done that, I would not only have disabled the bridge, but potentially breached the hull on the rocks beneath and could have caused an oil spill. My preferred option was to point the bow towards the yacht club dock, and beach her gently there. I had a crew member up front shouting a warning to make sure everyone was out of the way.”

After some initial investigation, it was determined Johnson had 13 roughly seconds to choose a course of action. Having made the passage at St. Maarten's 20 times previously, his knowledge of the boat and the lagoon was undoubtedly valuable.

“The fact that there were no warning alarms, no lights on board to indicate something was wrong was really scary. I know this yacht so well, yet I had 13 seconds to make a decision before hitting the bridge. The decision I made was one I would make again if faced with the same circumstances.”

While internet critics were quick to heap blame upon him, Johnson was justifiable in his criticism of the electronics responsible, calling them “ridiculously over the top” and without manual overrides. On GO in particular, there are 14 computers on the bridge with two more below decks. Insurers will now have the tall task of determining the root of the electronic fault, as well as assessing the extent of the damage to GO and the Yacht Club dock before pursuing repairs.

As for Johnson, “I’m proud that we walked away from a crash landing, and most importantly, there was no injury and the island’s arterial road bridge was not compromised,” he said.

The yacht's owner Hans-Peter Wild was also supportive, releasing a public statement in which he declared he is “extremely supportive of the captain’s decisions and performance. Personnel, economic, environmental disaster was averted for the island. I have full faith and confidence in the captain and am very grateful.”

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Go’s captain discusses St. Maarten collision

Captain simon johnson has spoken to local media about the moments leading up to the incident….

Following the  collision of 77m motoryacht  Go  into a dock in St. Maarten on Wednesday 24 February, 2021, the yacht’s captain has spoken exclusively to The Daily Herald to set the record straight and describe the moments prior to the yacht’s sudden control malfunction during the crucial minutes of the line-up procedure to exit Simpson Bay Lagoon.

According to the report, the yacht’s software failed Captain Simon Johnson at the worst possible moment, leading to his choosing a deliberate impact with the St. Maarten Yacht Club wooden dock to avoid a worse scenario. A second run-in to the dock was then said to be caused by, yet again, a computer miscommunication between the bridge and engine room in a bid to regain control. 

“Johnson confirmed that the yacht’s insurance assessors are progressing well in their survey of all the damage sustained to the boat, which is minimal, and the dock, and are engaged to set things right,” The Daily Herald reports. “The root causes of the malfunction have not yet been definitively identified and an intensive investigation is underway while the yacht remains at Ile de Sol Marina.”

Captain Johnson told the newspaper about the moments leading up to the incident; “We left the dock an hour before and went through all the checks. There was nothing different from the other times we’ve done this exit… Then, when we were about 50 metres away and holding position, the yacht started moving mysteriously forward. There was nothing I seemed to be able to do; all the controls on the bridge were showing normal. I called the engine room and everything was normal down there.” 

With extremely limited control and the yacht approaching the bridge, Johnson said he had to think fast, deciding that the preferred option was to point the bow towards the yacht club dock and beach her gently there, with a crewmember up front to ensure everyone was out of the way.

Johnson added that he is troubled by the incident; “The fact that there were no warning alarms, no lights on board to indicate something was wrong was really scary. I know this yacht so well, yet I had 13 seconds to make a decision before hitting the bridge. The decision I made was one I would make again if faced with the same circumstances.”

He also criticised modern electronics as getting “ridiculously over the top”, with no manual overrides or back-ups if something goes wrong. “Questions have to be asked in this industry about what’s going on; who is building these boats, who is designing them, who is supervising them, and why we aren’t being asked what we (captains) need to operate them,” he said.

The full interview can be read via The Daily Herald here .

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Redefining Luxury With Unstoppable Performance, Freedom, Power, Beauty And Elegance, Go Superyachts Offers The Ultimate Luxury Yacht Charter Experience.

ß ContentName : p2 Redefining Luxury With Unstoppable Performance, Freedom, Power, Beauty And Elegance, Go Superyachts Offers The Ultimate Luxury Yacht Charter Experience.

FROM INTERIOR DESIGN AND ON BOARD FACILITIES, TO WATERTOYS AND IMPECCABLE SERVICE. WE RIGOROUSLY INSPECT EVERY YACHT TO ENSURE THAT WHEN YOU FIND YOUR IDEAL MATCH, IT EXCEEDS EVERY EXPECTATION.

The 34-meter Go Superyachts, built in 2009, underwent a Rina Class renovation in 2021 to provide its customers with an unforgettable, comfortable, and enjoyable holiday experience. With its modern engine, Gosuperyacths offers guests the opportunity to explore the world in utmost comfort, thanks to its spacious interior, exciting water activities, and serene and relaxing atmosphere.

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About Luxury Motor Yacht GO: MY GO, is a beautiful luxury yacht built by Dutsch shipyard Feadship as a 39m boat in 2010 and earlier this year prolonged to a genuine 43m super yacht. She now has expanded decks throughout, making her one of the best super yacht for al-fresco lifestyle, which is perfect for Caribbean luxury cruising holidays. The upper deck salon as a great platform to enjoy stunning panoramic views of the passing Caribbean coastline and the spacious flybridge with the Jacuzzi, dedicated sunbathing area and al-fresco dining table are the most popular sections.

In the interior, the MY GO now has an ultra modern design made to provide all with a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere, enhancing the feeling of endless space. Thanks to plenty of natural light and great design features such as use of light tone beautiful wooden floors, clever lighting and sumptuous furnishing the designers have created a perfect spot for informal chats, pre-cocktail socialising or formal dinners.

Thus if you are looking for a romantic getaway, a luxury formal pampering experience or simply an adventurous family super yacht vacation with plenty of snorkelling, clamming, and indeed cruising in the East Caribbean, in particular around Leeward and Virgin Islands, MY GO could be the perfect choice. Accommodation: Luxury Motor Yacht GO can accommodate up to 10 yacht charter guests in 5 luxuriously appointed en-suite cabins. The guests will have a total of 3 double, 2 twin cabins at their disposal. The spacious master suite has a king size bed and is on main deck, while all guest cabins are on the lower deck. The four guest cabins can convert into two large full-beam VIP staterooms with a lounge each. All cabins have their own individual air con, audio and video facilities and an en suite.

Super yacht GO charter prices: The MY GO charters from 180,000 Eur per week plus all expenses. The high season rates are 200,000 Eur with a possible surcharge added to Christmas and NEW YEAR charters. Any deliveries and under circumstances local VAT would be added as extra. Special offers, negotiated deals and last minute discounts are available on request.

Super yacht crew on board of Motor GO: On board of the MY GO you will be welcomed by exemplary super yacht crew of 9 including the captain, chef, chief stewardess, engineer and dive master.

Luxury motor yacht GO is fully air conditioned throughout. This is a non-smoking vessel. GO´s experienced super yacht charter crew of up to 9 including the captain, have a separate head and shower and companionway. Guests may not be allowed to bring pets on-board.

Luxury Motor Yacht TENDER: Private charter yacht GO has a 6.4m Castoldi super yacht tender on board

Super yacht charter itineraries: Luxury Motor Yacht GO is usually offering de-luxe private yacht charter cruises around the breathtaking East Caribbean coastline during the winter months. ear. Her favourite luxury crewed yacht charter destinations are around the St Barths, St Maarten, Anguila, Barbuda and St Kitts. One way or charters towards Virgin Islands or further South towards Windward Islands including Grenada, St Lucia and the Grenadines are possible too. Please enquire !

Apart from the luxury Motor yacht GO, a 43m Feadship yacht charter boat , we at SuperSailYachts.com can offer a great selection of other superyachts available for luxury crewed yacht charter. These include luxury motor yachts, private Motor yachts, crewed charter yachts,luxury goolets, Motor and powercatamarans , de-luxe Motors or private mega and giga charter yachts. For a detailed quote, please fill out the following YACHT CHARTER REQUEST FORM or contact our experienced and friendly Super Yacht Charter Team .

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SAMPLE MENU ON BOARD OF MY GO Using only fresh produce found in local markets and shops, the chef on board will create any meal from Caribbean or major international cuisine in order to satisfy private yacht charter guests’ dietary requirements on request. For full information, please contact us charter @supersailyachts.com

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Luxury Motor yacht GO ( 43m / 141.1’), was launched by one of the most prestigious shipyards in the world, Feadship, back in 2010.  Always kept in great condition and most recently refitted in 2015, she accommodates up to 10 yacht charter guests sleeping in 2 Master cabins, 2 twin and 1 triple cabins. All cabins are en-suite and feature their own audio and visual (master only) entertainment systems. There are always at least 5 super yacht crew members on board including the captain. This charter yacht mainly cruises at speeds of around 11kn and is normally offered for luxury crewed yacht charters within the East Caribbean in the winter and the Mediterranean in the summer. Her crew are happy to offer ONE WAY or TANDEM charters between other destinations too and on request. Thanks to her twin MTU M70 super yacht engines totalling 2 x 1070hp each, during the right sea and wind conditions, she can reach maximum speeds of around 14kn. Her best features are most recent update with extended external decks, newly designed interior and excellent crew to guest ration.

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Private charter yacht GO can accommodate up to 10 yacht charter guests in 5 en-suite cabins. Cabin Configuration: - 1 x Master cabin with king size on main deck - 2 x double cabins below deck, all convertible into two large full-beam VIP staterooms with lounge - 2 x twin cabins, convertible with the doubles into VIP's There is also individual controlled air conditioning, SAT TV, iPhone dock, en-suite bathroom in each cabin. GO is fully air conditioned throughout. Her super yacht crew of up to 9 including the captain, have separate crew quarters with heads and showers and have their own companionway.

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Luxury Motor Yacht GO has a good selection of water sport toys on board. These include: - 1 x 6.4m / 21’ Castoldi super yacht tender with 100hp outboard - 1 x SeaDoo RXP X260 Waverunner - 2 x SeaBobs - 2x Naish hard paddle boards - 2 x Inflatable kayaks - 2 x Wakeboards - Inflatable aqua glide - 2 x donut - Waterski and specialist monoski - 2x Fishing rods for trawling and 2 x for jigging (normal fishing) - SUP’s, Windsurfer, Kite Surfer, Canoes on request - Waterskis, Slalom skis, donut - Inflatable toys and beach toys - Snorkelling gear - Fishing gear - Diving gear incl. 4 x Full dive set up and PADI Dive School - RYA Jet Ski training school - Swim platform - At the moment - Rendezvous Diving only. ------------------------------------------- - Waverunner, Jet Ski’s, FlyJetBoard, Sea Bobs and other toys may be available on request. - Windsurf, Kayaks, SUP paddle boards, Mountain Bikes etc, may be offered on request - Floating pools, Superyacht Water slides, Waterparks could be arranged on request - Giant inflatable MANTA RAY - Inflatable raft, toys and water animals, Halyard flying, Spinnaker pole swinging all on request and if available - Cabanas, Trampolines, nets, balance beams, swings and slides or sea-rockers could be arranged on request - Submarine and Sub Aqua Toys, SeaBobs and other similar toys may be arranged on request - A massage therapist can be invited on board throughout the charter as well yet a guest cabin would have to be allocated.

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Private charter yacht GO has a good selection of entertainment facilities on board: This includes: - Large Plasma TV in master cabins and salon - High-End Audio Entertainment system with MP3 input - DVD/CD and Sophisticated AV and IT System with Kaleidescape library - Wi-fi and Internet throughout - Extensive DVD / CD library - Games and Books - iPod/Aux connections - BBQ Communication: - Weatherfax - Autopilot & GPS - EPIRB - VHF Cell Phone - Inmarsat Thrane Phone - Wi-Fi 3G

Charter Flights: On request, we can arrange private charter flights to the closest airports, including all Caribbean International airports and for all yacht charter guests on board of GO yacht.

Luxury Airport transfers: Luxury helicopter or limousine and de-luxe air-conditioned van transfers from any of the US or Canada and South American airports, directly to the nearest bay or port for all our yacht charter guests, is available when required.

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• A 43m Feadship superyacht available in Spain & the Balearics!
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Underwater superyachts? A CEO is pitching fantastical ships that can go 800 feet down and stay submerged for weeks

• Austria's Migaloo is offering to build a private "submersible superyacht" for the ultrarich.
• It says the M5 would be able to travel 820 feet underwater and stay submerged for a month.
• Despite the high up-front cost, CEO Christian Gumpold says the firm is in talks with buyers.

Forget megayachts. Forget billionaire basements. If you're unfathomably rich and want a new toy, there's an Austrian company that says it will build you a fully submersible yacht.

And this is no rickety Titan submersible .

The Migaloo M5 concept, the company says, involves a 540-foot base-model superyacht that would travel about 820 feet underwater and stay down there for up to a month.

"The needs of superyacht owners for their vessels are more complex than ever," Migaloo CEO Christian Gumpold told Business Insider, adding: "These wishes do not just include performance, length, or design."

Gumpold said that yacht owners were "looking for privacy, security, and protection for themselves, their guests and their valuables, or for the fulfillment of unique experiences up to scientific desires, as well as for the greatest possible exclusivity."

According to its marketing materials, Migaloo says the vessel's layout and features could be designed around any customer priority, whether that's security, thrill seeking, research, or simply vacation.

The company offers prospective buyers a checklist of options, including LED exterior lighting with a laser show, a helipad, a hot-air balloon, and — for the aspiring Bond villain — an underwater shark-feeding station.

The vessel could feasibly host a wealth of supplemental vehicles, including mini submarines, exploration vehicles, and working boats, it said.

Although at times it's described in the company marketing materials as a "private submersible superyacht" the M5 would technically be able to sail as a submarine — an underwater vessel that can launch itself and return under its own power, rather than having to be launched by a mother ship.

It's envisioned as being able to house up to 20 guests and about 40 staffers.

The Migaloo concept aims to satisfy an increasing desire for privacy and security among the world's richest people.

The most expensive megayachts ever sold now run into the half-billion-dollar range or more, with at least three $600 million yachts afloat, owned by various oligarchs and oil-state royalty.

Bobbing about underwater in a Migaloo M5, Elon Musk wouldn't have to worry about a jet-tracking student any longer.

Gumpold told BI he had specialized in yacht design since 2008, and he promised that all the complex arrangements of the Migaloo project — working with shipyards, flag states, and classification societies — would be taken care of by his company.

Much of the marketing material for Migaloo runs to possibilities that sound like science fiction, addressing problems that would either apply only to the ultrarich or which the rest of us would be too dead to care about.

Saying it works with the security company Safe, Migaloo claims it could create a "private submersible fortress," offering protection from electromagnetic pulses, cybercrime, piracy, solar flares, asteroids, and polar shifts.

That's on top of a gamut of features that any megayacht owner might expect, including spas, gyms, a gaming room, a wine cellar, an art gallery, and a panic room.

The cost, however, is the ultimate "if you have to ask, you can't afford it" test.

Gumpold told Fast Company that the price depended on the scope of the client's requests, comparing it to the price tag on large superyachts.

According to Fast Company's estimation, there are only 50 people in the world who could afford to purchase a luxury submergible megayacht.

It remains to be seen if and when any prospective buyers will bite.

Gumpold told BI his company was "still in close contact with several potential owners worldwide" and "very close" to executing the first project steps.

But he didn't elaborate on any concrete steps and wouldn't name any of his prospective clients.

With a turnaround time of about four to seven years, it's also going to be awhile before any of them would take to the seas.

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Xclusive Yachts unveils enhanced super yacht experience in Dubai with new tour timings

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Discover luxury on the high seas with Xclusive Yachts' revamped super yacht tours

Dubai: Xclusive Yachts Rentals , a leading provider of luxury yacht experiences in Dubai, proudly announces the new timings for its super yacht experience. The crown jewel of Xclusive Yachts' offerings, the Super Yacht Experience, is designed to elevate indulgence to an art form. To better accommodate the diverse needs of our esteemed clientele, we are introducing a spectacular new super yacht tour at 9AM, 1PM, and 5PM, along with a serene cruise under the stars at 9PM. These new tour timings, including dinner cruises at 5PM and 8:30PM, aim to provide an enhanced experience for our guests, offering them more options to explore the beautiful city of Dubai from a unique perspective.

With an expansive selection of over 30 exquisite yachts, Xclusive Yachts presents a lavish array of choices for your yacht rental aspirations in Dubai, according to the company release. Each yacht within our fleet boasts unique features and amenities, ensuring that we cater to a wide spectrum of preferences and occasions. Whether you desire a cozy getaway for two or an extravagant gathering under the sun and stars, our versatile fleet accommodates every imaginable luxury marine adventure.

"We are thrilled to set sail with these fresh timings that cater to the diverse preferences of our clients. Established in 2006, Xclusive Yachts has grown into one of the leading and most recognized yacht charter companies in Dubai. With more than 70 luxurious yachts and boats ranging in size and capacity, Xclusive Yachts offers options to suit any occasion or event. Even if you're not seeking a full day on the water, our dinner cruises and Sunset Cruises provide the perfect opportunity to relax and witness the city's transformation into a sea of lights. For those desiring the luxury yacht experience without the exclusive price tag, Xclusive Yachts offers daily shared yacht rentals. With a focus on unparalleled quality and service, Xclusive Yachts remains dedicated to providing guests with unforgettable yacht rental experiences on the picturesque waters of Dubai. Having received numerous awards for our exceptional service, Xclusive Yachts is the key to unlocking a world of luxury and adventure on the turquoise waters of Dubai. In addition to our standard offerings, Xclusive Yachts is excited to announce special discounted corporate packages designed to provide even greater value for our business clients. These packages are specially tailored to meet the needs of corporations seeking an exceptional venue to host meetings, team-building retreats, or entertain clients," said a spokesperson for Xclusive Yachts.

Beyond the thrills and tranquility, Xclusive Yachts specializes in hosting a variety of events, ensuring that every occasion is memorable. Whether celebrating a milestone birthday, an intimate wedding, or any special event, Xclusive Yachts' team of professionals ensures that each celebration is nothing short of spectacular.

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