FX.co ★ Monaco Yacht Show

Monaco Yacht Show is the most prestigious world yacht show, demonstrating modern achievements in the world of the yacht industry. The event takes place from 23 to 26 September every year in Monaco, in the port of Hercules, bringing together over 30,000 participants, over 500 of the world's largest shipbuilders and more than 100 premier luxury yacht models from 25 to 100 meters. Here is the list of the most luxurious yachts.

1. Amadeus

Amadeus is a stunning 70m yacht with exterior design by Reymond Langton Design and interiors by Francois Zuretti. She offers luxurious accommodation for 12 guests in 7 cabins and boasts a cinema, golf driving range, sauna, gym, Jacuzzi pool, elevator and a host of water toys, together with expansive deck and entertaining spaces. Maximum speed is 15 knots.

2. Solandge

Launched in June 2013, the 85.1 metre Solandge left Lürssen's Rendsburg yard to head to Stavanger in Norway. Solandge is designed by Espen Øino. She can accommodate 16 guests in 8 cabins with a dedicated deck for the owner. The contemporary interior, designed by Aileen Rodriguez, has classical touches and a mix of rare materials including 49 stone selections and 33 exotic woods. During her sea trials, she reached a top speed of 17.5 knots. Solandge was also bestowed with the prestigious 2014 “La Belle Classe Superyachts” Award from the Yacht Club de Monaco.

3. Icon

The excellent yacht Icon, built in 2009, can accommodate 12 guests. She boasts a Jacuzzi and gym, as well as water motorcycles, skis and the equipment for surfing and diving on board. The design of the yacht is very elegant.

4. Ann G

Ann G is also one of the top five most luxurious yachts. She has the length of 49.6 m, and the speed reaches 15 knots. Ann G features a sporty and dynamic exterior design from Clifford Denn design whilst her opulent interiors come from the drawing board of Reymond Langton Design. On board she accommodates up to 10 guests over five staterooms – all of which are generous for a vessel of this size, and sure not to disappoint on any stay on board.

5. Ester III

At the 2015 Monaco Yacht Show, Lürssen will present Ester III, the german yacht builder's latest 66-metre yacht that combines a truly authentic classic interior by Reymond Langton Design and unusual deck layout with a unique, distinct and masculine external profile penned by Espen Oino International. Ester III's interior includes hand-carved leather artwork running through the main stairwell and benefits from a glass elevator running from the lower to the top deck. A distinctive feature of the Ester III is the large outdoor swimming pool, located at the stern.

6. Madame Kate

Madame Kate is a 60m motor yacht built by Amels in 2015. She is powered by Caterpillar engines of 2000 hp each giving her a maximum speed of 16 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots. Madame Kate's maximum range is estimated at 5000 nautical miles. The yacht can accommodate 12 guests in 9 cabins with an interior design by Laura Sessa and an exterior design by Tim Heywood.

7. Nassima

Nassima is a 50 m. motor yacht. She has been designed by Oliver van Meer with extraordinary features such as a huge aquarium on the main deck, a large walking deck, a private terrace for the owner of the yacht. It can accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 cabins, and the speed reaches 17 knots.

8. Taiba

Recently delivered, this impressive, large volume 56m Taiba yacht is on the market for the very first time. The yacht is capable of speeding up to 16.5 knots and accepting 17 guests in 7 cabins, giving them plenty of opportunities for recreation and entertainment. Featuring a luxuriously-appointed warm, contemporary interior and extensive guest entertaining areas, both inside and on-deck, TAIBA is highly suited to cruising in comfort and style.

9. Turquoise

Built by Turquoise Yachts in 2011, the 55.4-metre superyacht Turquoise features an exterior design from the drawing boards of Dubois Naval Architects, with her bright and contemporary interior undertaken by H2 Yacht Design. On board she accommodates up to 12 guests over six generous staterooms, including a full beam master suite with adjoining study and a VIP cabin on the main deck. Performance wise, she is powered by twin CAT engines providing her with a top speed of 17 knots.

10. Atalante

The length of the small but very cozy and elegant yacht Atalante is 38.5 m. She accommodates up to six guests on board over three luxurious cabins – all of which are capacious and comfortable.

11. Kokomo

As the progress does not stand still, the yachts can be replaced by a kind of floating islands offering a wide range of entertainment and recreational opportunities. For example, the company Migaloo Private Submarines has developed a project of floating island Kokomo, not inferior in functionality to luxury resorts.