I guess if you live in a landlocked country, a yacht comes in handy.
Posted on 10/18/2022 6:39:20 PM PDT by nickcarraway
To own a vessel that’s worth more than $1 million would be a luxury for most of us, but in the case of a billionaire, this is just one of the tenders that come with the mothership, a fabulous superyacht. With the owner’s connection to the real estate market, it’s no surprise that this opulent pleasure craft feels like a true top-level resort on water.
At just 45, Rene Benko is one of the richest men in Austria, with an estimated fortune of almost $5 billion. He founded the company that would become a real estate empire at age 22, and went on to explore other investment areas as well. Benko allegedly owns the gorgeous superyacht Roma, which does seem fit for a billionaire.
Launched more than a decade ago by Viareggio Superyachts, the 203-foot (62 meters) yacht is one of the many remarkable designs of the acclaimed Espen Oeino. The modern, sophisticated interiors created by Katharina Raczek from Newcruise are a perfect addition, boasting a color palette and decorative accents that are inspired by the ocean itself.
Big enough for 12 guests, Roma is all about relaxation and fun. There’s a generous movie theater onboard, an air-conditioned gym, and an impressive skylounge, perfect for game playing, or al-fresco dining.
Roma’s water toy inventory is equally impressive. What stands out is the 55-foot (16.9 meters) Anvera tender that is a luxury yacht in its own right. Boasting a generous cabin and a main salon, this $1.2 million yacht is meant for taking day trips in style. Roma also comes with a Castoldi jet tender, water skis, jet skis, and Seabobs. In addition to that, those onboard can enjoy a game of water golf, or the huge waterslide that’s available.
Such an opulent vessel isn’t cheap to maintain, but it could also be considered a good investment – available as a charter yacht at Northrop & Johnson, Roma welcomes other guests than its owner onboard, for about $400,000 per week.
I guess if you live in a landlocked country, a yacht comes in handy.
They say that you don’t own those assets - they own you.
But he has a right to do what he wants with his money.
I’ve got to admit that Superyacht is nicer than mine. Oh ... I forgot I don’t own a yacht.
I’ve got to admit that Superyacht is nicer than mine. Oh ... I forgot I don’t own a yacht.
Pricey for little boats though...
What’s ironic is many of the super wealthy spend little time with their expensive toys. Most are too busy.
I’ve made terrible life choices...
You should have pretended to be an Architect....lol. george
Art Vandelay...
Is that the mini yacht?
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