The world of luxury auctions is witnessing a new trend; classical older yachts on the auction block for sale. Though cars, jewelry, whiskeys, wines, and memorabilia typically were the favorites, but the collectors seem equally interested about luxurious yachts from the yester years. Recently, the 1960 Riva Tritone Cadillac boat, and the Triton mega expedition yacht were listed for sale. Joining their league is the world’s last operational steam-powered superyacht, S.S. Delphine going under the hammer with a price tag of $50 million. Magnum office in it’s size and passenger experience, this is known to be the last vessel floating, powered with a steam based engine. It can carry 36 guests at any point of time, while hosting a gathering of 150, and also 24 crew members. So, those interested about luxurious ‘floating’ history, could certainly look this one to shell their money on it.

SS Delphine yacht remains the last steam powered passenger yacht

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At the upcoming May event of the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Estate headed by RM Auctions, one would see bespoken vintage vehicles, and also a luxury speed boat up for auction. RM Auctions will help find a new owner for the 1960 Riva Tritone Special Cadillac Powerboat, which was created by Carlo Riva on his shipyard, in Lake Iseo. One of the finest vintage wooden powerboats, this vessel with Hull No. 132, is known to have transported some of Hollywood’s biggest icons including Sofia Loren, Peters Sellers, and Brigitte Bardot. Despite the fame it got during the early days, there was no other boat like this made again, even for personal modified editions, hence it stands as a one-off piece. It is known to have been made by Riva, on the special order of noted sailor and industrialist, Achille Roncoroni, who also made him promise that none like this can ever be made again. However, it now stands in the hope of finding a new collector, in all of it’s beautiful splendor.

1960 Riva Tritone Special Cadillac Powerboat was built for Achielle Roncoroni

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Amongst the best things to do in the summer-spring season vacations, is going on a luxurious expedition at sea, and that too on a yacht which is generously endowed with high end luxury amenities. For such an outing with specialized expedition yachts, we have previously seen the uber rich indulge in vessels like the Luna yacht owned by Roman Abramovich, the Axantha II, or the Gian Paolo Nari expedition yacht. For those looking at another mega-yacht option, we came across the 163-foot Triton mega-yacht, which would fit well into the entourage of someone rich enough for this lifestyle. Built by the Seattle based Delta Marine company in 2004 under the orders of an anonymous couple, the Triton was the largest composite fiberglass yacht built in the United States. It was mainly targeted towards deep-sea fishing and reef diving activities, and is currently up on the auction block. Though the exact price at the auction isn’t known as yet, but one can best find out on April 26 when the vessel goes for sale.

The 163-foot long Triton megayacht by Delta Marines

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Brining most of the charm of the 90’s era America Cup vessels, Christopher Seymour Design’s Amor Fati superyacht presents itself as the combination of tradions as well charming luxury yachting. Even though using a sleek and slim design of the hull of the boat, the Amor Fati fits perfectly well into the cruiser category, without compromising on the comfort factor which one would expect of such a magnitude. With the upcoming Palm Beach show around the corner, this 44-meter yacht will certainly look to capture its section of wealthy buyers. The most intelligent part of the design has been the bow which rests just above the water and the stern which appears rising above continuously.

Christopher Seymour Designs Amor Fati yacht

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One of the better champions of ‘Open’ and ‘Modern’ designs in yachts, Van Geest Design is out with their latest creation, called ‘Open’. This 60-metre yacht vessel focuses on what they have always done best, i.e bring in a modern yet minimalistic touch, while keeping the comfort and beauty in mind for the prospective owner. In some ways, the Open yacht looks as futuristic a vessel as some of the latest generation with the hidden curves and sleekness along with plenty of glass surfaces laden across the vessel. But never the less, one has to admit the simplicity of the overall aesthetics, which incidentally has been the credit of Rob Doyle Design, who is the naval architect on this project. They have ensured that the ‘Open’ can survive almost all water conditions, and ensure comfort of the passenger on board.

Van Geest Design Open yacht

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Fraser Yachts, the leading Superyacht brokerage company, which earlier had created the $8.5 million Thea yacht, has announced its latest yacht, stated to be the largest in China, the Illusion measuring 88 metres in length. Though this yacht is still in production, and final delivery would be around 2015, it will bypass all other vessels in China for its sheer dimensions. Till date, China has not opened up to the idea of personal yachts by much but yachts like the Illusion will see the paradigm shift in transition. Due to the 15.6 metres wide-beam design, space utilization has been optimum for the 6 decks of the yacht. The construction is underway at the Raffles Shipyard in Shangdong province renowned for building large ships. Reportedly, the NERO Asean Lady was also built here.

Fraser Yachts Illusion luxury yacht

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Some buyers of luxury yachts concentrate solely on luxury, some on utility, but some are worried for the carbon footprint in the environment. For these eco-conscious well heeled customers, yachts with eco-friendly designs get made, with all amenities on board, such as those seen Aliz Eco-luxury yacht, Company 85 ECO yacht, and the Arcadia 85 from Edmiston & Company. Filippetti is now bringing another competitor in the similar genre with the Navetta 26, which was conceptualized on the eco-sustainability factor, by designer Pietro Mingarelli who works in this particular area mainly.

Fillipetti Navetta 26 yacht

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If you are famous enough, and most importantly have the luxury of living near a sea port with a requisite bank balance and lifestyle, one of the things to splurge on is a luxury yacht. And like some of the billionaires, the yacht ought to be well endowed with luxurious amenities and cutting edge design, as we saw in the world’s most expensive yachts. Perhaps every bit the contender along with the likes of Maserati VOR70, or the YPI Cyclos III, the new Morris Yachts’ M46 certainly has what it takes to be on the shopping list of the sailing elite. From the optimum sailing performance and stability, the hull gets a new shaping, whereas the interiors have been done up luxuriously for the most discerning customer. Finally, American yacht building takes it place alongside European counterparts.

Morris Yachts M46 sailing yacht

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A century has sailed by since the historic, ultra-luxurious, giant steamship ‘Royal Mail Steamer’ RMS Titanic, which was originally considered to be ‘unsinkable’ met its catastrophic end in the North Atlantic in the early hours of 15th April 1912, plunging 2-miles to the ocean floor after sideswiping an iceberg during its maiden voyage. And in the decades since her demise that led to the loss of over 1500 lives, Titanic has inspired numerous books, notable films, and countless Titanic memorabilia, while continuing to make headlines, thus remaining the object of public fascination and an ensuring legend.

And now in year 2016, this generation of Titanic fans and ultra-elites will get to experience cruising on the luxury liner again, as the Australian billionaire Clive Palmer unveiled blueprints for the successor to the doomed ocean liner, the Titanic II which is described to be less prone to sinking in such a dramatic fashion like the original one. Notably, Titanic II has captured the world’s imagination ever since Professor Palmer announced that his shipping company, Blue Star Line, would recreate the famous ship in honor of the 100 year anniversary of the launch and untimely fate of The Titanic. While every bit as luxurious as her namesake, Titanic II will have every modern amenity along with 21st century technology and the latest navigation and safety systems.

Titanic II: Australian Billionaire Clive Palmer announces plans to build Titanic replica set to sail in 2016

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Experience the water like never before and also help save lives with the world’s first electric jet body board Kymera, which is small enough to fit in almost any vehicle, light enough to be carried by hand, while its simple design makes it a fraction of the cost of anything currently available. Being electric and weighing only 48 lbs, Kymera though looks to be an ordinary body board, but also features an electric motor powered by a lithium ion battery that enables the rider to zip around the waves at 30mph for almost 60 minutes. Brainchild of the California-based designer Jason Woods, this innovative and eco-friendly watercraft which is currently a Kickstarter project, was originally created for personal recreational purposes, but this future of life-guarding has so far attracted huge interest from rescue teams and lifeguards, as it’s cheaper and convenient than the boats and all other devices used for rescue operations.

World’s first Electric Jet Body Board Kymera lets you experience water at 30mph

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