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Now renamed Wanderlust, For Your Eyes Only was John Staluppi’s first superyacht. Built in 1985, the 36 metre Denison was custom-built to satisfy Staluppi’s desire to have something different to the big yachts he had seen while cruising in his earlier smaller fishing vessels.
For Your Eyes Only here
While some serial superyacht owners like to keep the same name for each of their yachts, other stick to a theme and there is no better example of this then John Staluppi's series of yachts named after James Bond films. As the first images of his newest in-build yacht Spectre are released, we look back at this prolific owner's yachting history.
“I wanted to build the first boat over 100 feet (30.5 metres) that would go over 30 knots,” Staluppi said in an interview with Boat International. “The Bond movie-inspired name came because the concept seemed to match the crazy gadgets, planes, boats and high-speed cars, of the films.” [links]
We said former Microsoft CEO Paul Allen has few yachts. Octopus is another one on the list. Octopus is one of the most recognizable yachts in the world. Allen occasionally loans Octopus for rescue missions. here
The question you are probably asking at the moment is what kind of yacht can you buy with one billion dollars? Let’s start with a go-kart that mimics the F1 circuit in Monaco, along with other aspects of Monaco. The simple goal of the yacht is to allow clients to enjoy the most luxurious city in the world at sea. That being said, the interior is designed in a way to invoke the luxurious trappings of Monaco. Hotels, casinos, lots of green areas and parks, you’ll find all that on the yacht. more
Adastra was built in 2012 in China, and then sold to a billionaire couple that wanted to splurge. The yacht has a restaurant with panoramic views, but one of the most incredible aspects is that the yacht can literally be controlled with just one finger. The technological advance in Adastra is astonishing, as you can control anything you want with an iPad. The couple that bought the yacht already owns two islands in Indonesia, so they probably wanted to use the yacht to go from island A to Island B in no time. here
Dilbar is now known as “Ona”, a superyacht owned by Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov. Dilbar was a pioneer in the yacht industry, as the yacht was the first one with particle filters at the main engine exhausts. Projected top speed is 21 knots. more
Despite being one of the most expensive yachts on the list, Seven Seas offers accommodation for only 12 guests in 7 suites. But those 12 lucky people will have a blast. A custom built yacht for a billionaire, Seven Seas is almost 90 meters long, and can go up to 15.000 knots. And for the guests to enjoy their time, the yacht can accommodate up to 23 staff members.
Samar has everything that a luxury super-yacht can offer. Everything you can imagine, this yacht has it. Helipad, spa pool, garage, movie theater and much more. As a transportation asset, Samar can transfer up to 44 people without the crew included up to 6,000 nautical miles. more
The 200-foot (60.95-meter) 2012 Mega Yacht DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER showcases an interior stemming from the collaboration between owner John Staluppi and London-based designer Evan K. Marshall. here
Stefano Natucci penned the exterior styling and concept. more
Mega-Yacht DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER was sold by Worth Avenue Yachts in December of 2013. here
Luxury mega yacht LUMIERE (ex Cuor di Leone, Lionheart) is a 164-foot (50-meter) luxury superyacht. more
The 145 foot MAG III yacht is currently listed for sale at Worth Avenue Yachts.
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The 60m / 196'10 Custom motor yacht motor yacht 'Diamonds Are Forever' was built by Benetti in Italy at their Livorno shipyard , she was delivered to her owner in 2011. The yacht's interior has been designed by Evan K Marshall.
Elevator / Lift, Tender Garage, Air Conditioning, Stabilizers at Anchor, WiFi connection on board, Deck Jacuzzi, Gym/exercise equipment, Helipad [links]
Motor yacht Diamonds Are Forever is currently not believed to be available for private Charter. To view similar yachts for charter, or contact your Yacht Charter Broker for information about renting a luxury charter yacht.
Diamonds Are Forever's interior configuration has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests overnight in 6 cabins, comprising a master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 3 double cabins and 1 twin cabin. She is also capable of carrying up to 16 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.
Motor yacht Diamonds Are Forever is equipped with an ultra-modern stabilization system which reduces roll motion effect and results in a smoother more enjoyable cruising experience underway. more