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KHALILAH YACHT CHARTER

49.5m  /  162'5   palmer johnson   2015 / 2023.

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Cabin Configuration

Special Features:

• Eye-catching sporty lines
• Fast displacement motor yacht
• Pearlescent golden finish
• Fun and colourful interior
• Innovative glazing
• Huge 110-square-metre aft deck
• Jacuzzi and sunning station on bow

Combining speed and efficiency with comfort and style, luxury yacht KHALILAH from Palmer Johnson ticks all the boxes for an unrivalled charter experience

The 49.5m/162'5" 'Khalilah' motor yacht built by the American shipyard Palmer Johnson is available for charter for up to 11 guests in 5 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by American designer Palmer Johnson.

Boasting an array of sumptuous living areas laid out invitingly to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere onboard, motor yacht Khalilah is the perfect luxury charter yacht for friends and family. She is equipped with underwater lights and beach club.

Guest Accommodation

Families will particularly love Khalilah thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2015, She offers guest accommodation for up to 11 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin, one double cabin and one twin cabin. There are 7 beds in total, including 2 king, 2 doubles, 2 singles and 1 pullman. She is also capable of carrying up to 9 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

You and your guests can enjoy a variety of experiences on Khalilah such as a beach club for you to relax on the edge of the water. Soak up the bubbles in style in the deck jacuzzi.

Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you such as the underwater lights, adding spectacle and style after dark. With Wi-Fi connectivity you don't have to lose contact with the outside world, unless you want to plus you can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.

Performance & Range

Khalilah is built with a carbon fibre hull and carbon fibre superstructure. Powered by twin MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 18 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 24 knots with a range of up to 1,500 nautical miles from her 40,000 litre fuel tanks at 24 knots. Her low draft of 1.9m/6'3" makes her primed for accessing shallow areas and cruising close to the shorelines.

Set against the backdrop of your chosen cruising ground, you and your guests can enjoy endless days of fun on the water with the exceptional collection of water toys and accessories aboard Khalilah. Take to the sea on a Jet Ski offering you power and control on the water. Additionally, there are three towable toys offering fun and adventure. Another excellent feature are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Khalilah also features a Kite Surfer, scuba diving equipment, wakeboards, kayaks, fishing equipment. Khalilah features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 6.85m/22'6" Custom Tender to transport you in style.

Khalilah is available upon request for charter this winter. She is already accepting bookings this summer for cruising in the Mediterranean.

Luxury motor yacht Khalilah is one of a kind, offering world-class onboard amenities coupled with an overflowing toy box full of the latest water sports gear for unforgettable yacht charters wherever you are.

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Amenities & Entertainment

For your relaxation and entertainment Khalilah has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.

Khalilah is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:

• 1 x 6.85m  /  22'6 Custom Tender with 2 x 160 HP engines
• 1 x Custom Foldable RIB Yamaha 20 HP engine

For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

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'Khalilah' Charter Rates & Destinations

Summer Season

May - September

€255,000 p/week + expenses Approx $271,000

High Season

€265,000 p/week + expenses Approx $282,000

Cruising Regions

Mediterranean France, Italy, Monaco

HOT SPOTS:   Amalfi Coast, Corsica, French Riviera, Sardinia

Winter Season

October - April

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Bold, dynamic looks and a dazzling golden finish ensure the 49m/159ft superyacht KHALILAH never fails to stand out. But it’s not just distinctive aesthetics that sets this Palmer Johnson charter yacht apart from the crowd.

Bold looks and a formidable performance, this yacht makes a statement

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KHALILAH Yacht for Charter

If you’re looking for a head-turning charter yacht with the Midas touch, look no further than the striking 162'5" (49.5m) KHALILAH. Designed and built in 2015 by the American shipyard Palmer Johnson and bedecked in shimmering gold from her bow to her stern, KHALILAH is a yacht to see and be seen in. She is the largest private carbon-composite-built superyacht in the world, boasting a beam comparable to that of a much larger vessel and offering amazing deck space and incredible interior volumes. Her abstract sculptural quality, golden pearlescent finish and black radar arch make KHALILAH the star attraction wherever she goes.

Playful interiors

KHALILAH’s playful, eclectic interiors beautifully complement her sporty exterior lines. Stained oak flooring and floor-to-ceiling windows (the largest found on an American yacht) are paired with striking artwork, mosaic walls and artistic loose furniture that surprises at every turn. The main salon delivers a unique Buddha bar for cocktail hour and sumptuous deep cushioned sofas overlooked by a purple glass octopus chandelier. Another unique feature of KHALILAH is her main deck galley with a cozy breakfast bar allowing guests to watch her expert chef at work.

On the upper deck, the loft-like skylounge brings bursts of color illuminated by natural light from the massive windows and overhead skylights. Lime green chaise loungers are positioned on either side to take in the views, while the plush sofa is perfect for onboard movie nights and intimate conversations.

Stunning staterooms

KHALILAH provides stunning accommodations for her eleven guests in five beautifully designed staterooms. Two similar-sized master suites can be found on the main deck, benefiting from great views through massive vertical windows, walk-in dressing rooms and generous en-suite bathrooms. The guest cabins, including a comfortable double and two twin cabins—one with a Pullman bunk, are on the lower deck. Each has a different color scheme, highly personalized décor and colorful mosaics in the en-suite shower rooms, one depicting an underwater scene with alien creatures and a giant red octopus.

Expansive decks

Decks on KHALILAH are equally impressive, with vast spaces for entertaining and relaxing that make the most of her impressive 36.1' beam. Her aft deck is an exceptional area for socializing with a circular table for 12, perfect for shaded alfresco dining. There’s an abundance of seating options, from sunpads overlooking the stern to sofas for morning coffee or after-dinner drinks.

When it’s time for sunbathing and soaking in the rays, the sundeck boasts stylish sun loungers, a Karelian birchwood bar and a cactus-wood dining table. Further forward is the large Jacuzzi with amazing views of the destinations ahead tucked in behind KHALILAH’s second helm for those who like to be close to the action.

The vast foredeck has even more room for relaxing and bronzing on a sea of sun pads while soaking in the scenery of KHALILAH’s glamorous Western Mediterranean cruising grounds.

Inviting beach club

And her attractions don’t end there. KHALILAH’s inviting beach club is the jumping-off point for water sports adventures on her 22'6" ‘mini-me’ tender with the same styling as her cutting-edge mother ship. SeaDoo jet skis, a foil board, a raft of towable toys, water skis, wakeboards, scuba diving gear and a kite surfer. Paddleboards and kayaks allow for exploring closer to shore and more leisurely pursuits.

Comfortably cruising at 28 knots and 30 knots full speed, KHALILAH moves effortlessly from one fabulous destination to the next. Her relatively shallow 6'11" draft means she can moor in the smaller bays and more boutique anchorages of her cruising grounds. With an enthusiastic and professional crew of nine providing intuitive service and impeccable attention to detail, a charter vacation on KHALILAH promises to be as spectacular as her golden exterior.

• Striking golden exterior and sporty lines
• Extensive, well-designed deck spaces
• Playful eclectic interiors
• Main deck galley with breakfast bar
• Mini-me tender

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Accommodations

Specifications, toys & tenders.

• 2014 Custom 6.85m Tender with 2 x 160hp Steyr jets
• 2022 Custom Foldable Rib 430 with 20hp Yamaha outboard
• 1 x 2019 Sea-Doo GTR-X 230HP
• 1 x 2022 Sea-Doo Spark Trixx
• 1 x 4mx4m aquaglide sea-pool
• 1 x Fliteboard electric e-foil
• 2 x Stand-up electric paddleboards
• 2 x Custom clear bottom 2+1 kayaks
• 5 x Scuba equipment, bottles, and compressor
• Various inflatable towables
• Various kite-surfing kites and board
• Various wakeboards
• Various water-skis
• Snorkelling equipment (children and adults)
• Fishing equipment

Summer Rates

2024 Season. Rates p/week + expenses

€ 255,000

€ 265,000

Cruising Regions

• Italian Riviera
• Amalfi Coast
• West Mediterranean
• French Riviera

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KHALILAH Palmer Johnson | From EUR€ 255,000 /wk

Luxury motor yacht KHALILAH (PJ 48/01, PJ265) is a real contemporary head-turner of the 48-metre SuperSport series by the respected US shipyard, Palmer Johnson launched in 2015 and refitted in 2020. Superyacht KHALILAH was designed by the yard's in-house design team, both in terms of her striking golden exteriors as well as modern, innovative and colourful interior design. She is able to accommodate up to 11 guests in 5 cabins.

NOTABLE FEATURES OF KHALILA: ~ Imposing golden-coloured hull and superstructure ~ sporty & dynamic looks ~ 'matching' tender ~ clean modern interiors with fabulous use of colour & design elements ~ great socialising and relaxation areas ~ main deck galley ~ main deck master suite ~ fabulous accommodation ~ beach club / swim platform ~ water toys ~ Jacuzzi ~ air-conditioning

KHALILAH Specifications

Luxurious and comfortable accommodation aboard Palmer Johnson 48/01 yacht KHALILAH is offered to a total number of 11 guests. There is also space for the vessel's professional and friendly crew of 9.

Built in composite, the 49-metre luxury yacht KHALILAH (PJ265) is run by twin MTU 16V 2000 M94 diesel engines, reaching an impressive maximum speed of 27 knots. DNV classed and MCA compliant, she has a beam of 10.80m (35' 5").

Yacht Charter Accommodation

Luxury yacht KHALILAH offers elegant and comfortable accommodation to up to 11 guests in five cabins. Service aboard is ensured by a highly trained crew of 9.

Charter Amenities and Extras

Tenders & Toys: 1 x tender 2 x Sea Doo RXP 260 jet skis 2 x Stand up paddle boards 1 x Jet pack 1 x Hover board 2 x Hobie kayaks 3 x Towable inflatables Waterskis Wakeboard Audio Visual Equipment and Deck Facilities: Mr Smith AV system with large selection of movies and music. Russian movies available as well as Russian TV (Kartina) 60inch Samsung flat TV's in main salon, sky lounge and all cabins Steam shower in Beach club STABILISERS FITTED 2020

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"Palmer Johnson’s history of building the world’s most innovative yachts has been combined with Bugatti’s signature engineering traits such as the accentuated centre line, perfect symmetry and a sweeping signature curve. PJ traits such as using advanced materials like carbon and a revolutionary hull have been incorporated seamlessly into this yacht design that is quite simply like no other. A masterful and intuitive blend of design, technology and performance. Unique as a class of Superyacht, a fusion of extremes. An iconic design. The original and best." - Palmer Johnson

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KHALILAH is the ultimate VIP charter experience, handsomely stylish with her curvaceous lines. Delivered by Palmer Johnson , her dynamic design combines performance and offers huge deck spaces with ocean views thus creating the perfect charter yacht for groups of friends travelling together. Fondly named the "Golden Girl" due to her striking colour, she offers seriously smooth cruising. KHALILAH has a modern vibe, her interior is chic but simple. Furnishings are neutral with stained oak floors, LED lighting, colourful accessories and vibrant pop art courtesy of the owner’s private collection. The main deck salon is the perfect place to relax and chill out with friends in a zen atmosphere with a breath-taking ocean backdrop. A covered dining area with dining table for 10 is accessed by glass doors. The upper deck Skylounge is ideal for socialising, a contemporary all white finish with splashes of colour giving off a loft vibe. Accommodation is available for 11 guests in 5 ensuite staterooms all offering a contemporary look and featuring an individual colour scheme and decor. Two suites are located on the main deck with an Asian-fused luxurious modern feel with full length picture windows and ensuite bathrooms with a spa-style theme. Two spacious double cabins and 1 twin cabin with a Pullman bed are located on the lower deck. Outdoor spaces are vast and KHALILAH takes socialising to another level with her huge aft deck being the ideal party and entertaining space. Relax and unwind on the oversized sunpads around the spa pool, sip a freshly prepared cocktail in the lounge or savour a top class meal in the al fresco dining area. KHALILAH is sure to appeal to even the most dedicated water sports lover as she carries a wide range of the very latest water toys and equipment. Her custom 7m gold tender will whisk you ashore in no time. Powered by twin MTU engines, this fast displacement yacht reaches exhilarating speeds of 25 knots making the Mediterranean playground accessible in absolute comfort and in record time.

Tender & Toys

1 x 6.85m Custom PBW tender 

2 x Sea Doo RXP 260 jetskis 

2 x Stand up paddle boards 

1 x Jet pack 

1 x Hoverboard 

2 x Hobie kayaks 

3 x Towable inflatables

Characteristics

Star attraction wherever she cruises

A fast yacht: maximum speed of 25 knots

Cool, funky, fun interior

A vast aft deck of 110 square meters with a large outside banquette and enormous sun pads

Will accept dogs under 15kg

Mr Smith AV system with large selection of movies and music. Russian movies available as well as Russian TV (Kartina) 60inch Samsung flat TV’s in main salon, sky lounge and all cabins Steam shower in Beach club STABILISERS FITTED 2020

Accommodation

The main deck, forward located, has two equal size owners cabins: The orange master suite has a large spacious bathroom with double sinks, rain shower, WC and bidet and a large walk-in wardrobe. The pink VIP suite has a large bathroom with single sink, large rain shower and WC Lower deck: three spacious cabins. 1 VIP double cabin with large shower, WC and single sink. One twin cabin with a Pullman, gold bath and large shower, single sink, WC and one double cabin with queen size bed with a large shower, WC and single sink

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Luxury Superyacht KHALILAH, built and launched by Palmer Johnson in 2015 as the first world’s all-carbon superyacht, is a stunning head turner ! Technology, style, performance … she is a true synthesis of character and standouts from any other yacht cruising worldwide. The distinctive exterior design, gold exterior livery, carbon fibre construction and many other features make KHALILAH a fancy luxury charter choice.

An interior with stained oak flooring and neutral furnishings accommodates up to 11 guests in five cabins : 2 master suite in main deck, 2 double and 1 twin with a Pullman berth on the lower deck. All guest cabins have entertainment console, television screens and en suite bathroom facilities while the crew quarters sleep nine staff aboard KHALILAH. The perfect chill-out area, the main deck saloon has a relaxing Zen-like atmosphere. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide a stunning ocean backdrop to the vast seating area and Karelian birchwood bar. Glass doors lead out onto the covered al fresco dining area with a unique cactus wood dining table for 10 guests. On the upper deck, the skylounge is perfect for after-hours cocktails. Finished in all-white with bright splashes of colour, overhead skylights and loungers give the skylounge a contemporary loft ambience. Michelin trained chef, careful crew and a long list of water toys will enhance your experience onboard KHALILAH, cruising distinctively towards whatever charter destination of yours in the West Mediterranean, for an unforgettable charter holiday. A true eye-catcher !

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Khalilah: on board the golden 49m all-carbon superyacht

When Khalilah hit the water in 2015 she was a sight to behold. Not only was she the largest carbon-composite-built superyacht in the world, with a beam comparable to that of a 70 metre, but she was also gold - very gold.

There is no doubting the hottest topic of conversation in Miami Beach in February 2015. The boat in question was not part of the showcase event but her abstract sculptural quality, her golden pearlescent finish and black radar arch made Khalilah indisputably the star attraction – even tied up at a private home on the Indian Creek Waterway, a stone’s throw from the show. Craft of all sorts milled about as passengers craned their necks for a better look at the golden goddess.

One man was keeping his cool amid all the hullabaloo. Timur Mohamed, owner of American boatbuilder Palmer Johnson , which produced the 49-metre SuperSport Khalilah. “This,” says Mohamed, sweeping a hand towards the huge aft deck by way of explanation, “is what this is all about.”

Her goldness is not what sets Khalilah apart. Nor is the fact that Khalilah ’s the largest private yacht built entirely in carbon composite. Rather, it’s that amazing aft deck, formed by its 11-metre beam. “This yacht has the beam of a 70 metre,” he says proudly.

And Mohamed can rightly feel proud, knowing as he does the amount of effort and the degree of innovation that has gone into creating the SuperSport series. In 2010, Mohamed came across a concept that served as the starting point for a yacht to shake things up, in what he considers the conservative world of yachting. It came courtesy of a designer called Berkeley March, a finalist in BOAT International’s 2008 Young Designer of the Year awards, who had started working for Palmer Johnson.

What Mohamed wanted was a yacht without compromise and, with March’s design, he had it. “We wanted to tick all the boxes of what owners want,” Mohamed says. “The design intent had a clear and bold goal from the start: to create superyachts that did not compromise speed, efficiency, comfort and space. Once we had exterior elements we liked, along with the new hull form, the next [goal] was that design, technology and performance had to be woven seamlessly into the essence of the yacht. We were aiming to capture the hearts and imagination of the discerning and knowledgeable.”

The first designs were produced in late 2011. A contract for the first yacht came a few months later. “It was a high-risk project,” says Mohamed, who admits he likes just this sort of challenge. 

“Innovative is when you change something fundamental,” Mohamed says. And the first SuperSport vessel did just that: a displacement yacht with no fin- or gyro-stabilisers, capable of reaching 30 knots and of providing the space of a multihull. “Thirty knots on a displacement hull simply does not happen,” he asserts. Shortly before heading to Florida, the yacht’s GPS registered 29.9 knots. Further fine-tuning inevitably followed.

Palmer Johnson, founded in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, in 1918 is no stranger to innovation. In the 1960s, the yard began building fast sailing yachts in aluminium. It expanded into the superyacht market, where it carved its niche with alluring and sporty yachts developed in co-operation with Italian design firm Nuvolari Lenard .

It was the company’s SportYacht series, launched in the mid-2000s, that first caught the attention of Mohamed. The first PJ120, Cover Drive , (now Ascari )was built for him. “It’s all part of the PJ story,” he says. “From Fortuna (a 30.5 metre built in the late 1970s for King Juan Carlos of Spain) to the SportYachts to the SuperSport series, PJ has always bred performance yachts with dynamic styling ahead of the market.”

It helps that the builder has like-minded clients. Palmer Johnson built the first SuperSport for a repeat customer who, in 2007, took delivery of another head turner: the golden, Nuvolari Lenard-designed 46-metre named O’Khalila (now Aquanova ). Unlike her predecessor, which was built in aluminium, Khalilah is entirely carbon composite: carbon fibre sandwich and vinyl ester.

Khalilah oozes the best of automotive styling with a soupçon of later-generation Palmer Johnson genes. On the water the 49-metre, despite her wide body aft, is sleek and sporty, with a long foredeck ending in what appears to be a reverse bow. 

Above deck, nothing is revealed: no tenders or cranes, no anchors, winches or mast clutter that foredeck; there is no towering superstructure, as Palmer Johnson eschewed such features many years ago. A wave-piercing element designed to part the water is visible only below the surface. Waves may rise occasionally to the level of side deflectors that also serve as interesting styling elements.

Seen from land, Khalilah offers a very different perspective and reveals her imposing scale. But even as Khalilah towers above, when you stand quayside (she is 16 metres tall from the waterline to the top of the mast), little prepares you for the space that she offers. The aft main deck sits on top of the widest part of the hull, courtesy of two sponsons that are designed to give stability. On closer inspection, these thin appendages have doors built right above them to allow the crew to unload tenders and toys.

Seen from the inside, they expand the storage space significantly. Twin side garages, one with a fuelling station, hold a seven-metre tender and three Jet Skis, and frame a large beach club protected from the elements by a wide glass door. With at least three functions, the sponsons are an integral part of the design and, when Khalilah is at anchor, they contribute to the feeling of space on board.

The aft deck’s size – 110 square metres – is closer to the space you’d expect on a multihull. Compounding the effect of that 11-metre beam, and the almost 12 metres from the transom to the saloon door, is the extensive use of glass, which opens up views everywhere you look. Seated or sprawled on the large outside banquette, or lying on enormous sunpads, you still enjoy uninterrupted views. Shapely railings support glass panels that break the wind effectively but don’t spoil the view.

More glass is inset in the carbon supports framing the main deck’s outdoor dining area, with the largest panes found forward at the main saloon level. “They are the biggest glass panels aside from Steve Jobs 's boat [ Venus ],” says Mohamed. In fact, at the time, they were the largest windows installed on a superyacht in the United States.

Thanks to the slender naval architecture and carbon composite construction (which represents a weight saving of about 20 tonnes, according to PJ’s own estimation), the SuperSport 48 requires relatively modest power to reach her noteworthy top speed of 32 knots. 

The engines are twin 16V MTU diesel M94s from the 2000 series, with a maximum 5,200hp output. As a result, total consumption at top speed is about 1,000 litres per hour. Consumption, says the captain who took the yacht from Wisconsin to Florida via Montreal, goes down significantly with speed. With an extra tank extending capacity up to 41,600 litres, and a consumption of 159 litres per hour, the yacht has a transatlantic range of 15 knots.

To build Khalilah entirely in carbon composite, Palmer Johnson selected a Norwegian shipyard well-versed in the material. Brødrene Aa, which specialises in fast ferries, built the first DNV-approved vessel in GRP sandwich panels in the 1970s and a few well-known yachts marketed under the Norship name, including the 36.5-metre Moonraker , once the world’s fastest yacht, in the early 1990s.

The assembled hull and superstructure, with engines and drives in place, made their way from Norway to Wisconsin in late 2013, and the PJ craftsmen installed the mechanics, electronics, a complex network of lights and built the custom interior to the owner’s requirements.

This owner wanted a simple but playful interior. A spiral of LED lights inset in the ceiling above the entrance foyer, a glass octopus, and low-lying colourful seats on top of wide-beam parquet flooring set the tone. But it is not long before the eyes wander towards the floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the saloon.

PJ’s standard layout calls for a larger main saloon, a galley down and a palatial master suite, sprawling full-beam forward on the main deck. Khalilah has a different layout, according to her owner’s wishes. 

The galley, a contemporary and alluring space with windows, stainless steel appliances and lacquered orange cabinets, looks as though it came from a Boffi showroom but was designed and built in-house. It was installed on the main deck at the owner’s request. Two similar-sized owner’s suites occupy the space forward, benefiting from great views through vertical portholes.

The guest cabins, including a comfortable VIP, are on the lower deck. Each has a different colour scheme, highly personalised décor and beautiful marble and colourful mosaics in the showers. The crew cabins (four twins and one single for the captain) are forward of a pleasant crew mess. A clever use of skylights allows light to stream belowdecks and the space is both practical and comfortable.

The pilothouse, up a few steps from the main deck, mirrors the progressive styling of the yacht herself. The modern bridge at the centre of it all was designed, assembled and built at Palmer Johnson, with control panels from Praxis Automation Technology. The wide windscreen offers a surprisingly good view despite the pronounced slant. A second, smaller helm station, or “skybridge”, is on the sundeck above. 

Modern Edge, an industrial design company based in Portland, Oregon, worked with Palmer Johnson on the design of this stainless steel and GRP console, which fits perfectly with the yacht’s exterior styling and integrates neatly with the Praxis control panels. Wing stations are on fold-out balconies, usually framed by removable stanchions and rails. Like many of this yacht’s design features, they are revealed only on closer inspection.

The yacht does have a forward navigation mast, but it disappears into the bowels of the vessel when not in use. The only indication of something there is the round shape of the teak detail forward of the sunpads. A system brings the mast up from below. Opening the trap and descending a rather steep ladder reveals a massive and perfectly finished mooring room where several crew can stand fully erect to supervise docking operations. Two anchors drop vertically from the bottom of that room, a system the yard chose to avoid unsightly anchor pockets that distract from the styling.

Practicality dictated most of the choices that the yard made on the technical side, from the sound damping material (Dynamat, a product commonly used in automotive and architectural applications) to the fixed Kohler generators and the conventional diesel power plant included. Most, but not all, of course. When you seek to provoke an emotional reaction and create a strong attachment from an owner to his or her yacht, the details count.

The owner of Khalilah clearly has a thing for gold, which is found at the heart of the engine room as a custom finish on the two MTU engine blocks. Gold suggests glamour and confidence but also courage and passion. It took all of that to imagine and build the first SuperSport. 

Khalilah is available for charter with Fraser .

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KHALILAH Yacht – The Incredible $30,000,000 Superyacht

Measuring a length of 48 meters KHALILAH yacht was built by the US shipyard Palmer Johnson in 2015 and is currently available for charter.

She has space for eleven guests in five cabins and is easily recognizable due to her golden finish.

KHALILAH yacht interior

All design stages, including the interior of the KHALILAH yacht, were completed by Palmer Johnson Yachts.

There are five cabins on board that can accommodate up to eleven guests. The KHALILAH yacht has twin master suites, one VIP cabin, and one double cabin, as well as a twin and an additional Pullman berth.

Nine crew members find space in cabins below deck. The KHALILAH yacht is often described as a family-friendly yacht with a lot of features that are adjusted to children including her unusual interior design. 

In addition to her wide selection of water toys, families will appreciate the cabin layout and the onboard jacuzzi.

The beach club is perfect for a quick swim before a delicious dinner prepared by the five-star chef on board KHALILAH.

The yacht has impressive underwater lighting, wifi, and an upscale entertainment system. The interior of the KHALILAH yacht was designed to be tasteful and contemporary.

The style is somewhat eccentric in places, with colorful patterns and unusual features like a squid-shaped lamp in the main salon.

This is yet another aspect in which KHALILAH is an excellent yacht for families and not a conventional charter vessel.

Palmer Johnson gave her a unique interior to set KHALILAH apart from other superyachts and to match her already prominent exterior.

The furnishings of the yacht also have a distinct south-east Asian influence, with several buddha statues spread throughout the vessel.

Several cabins have intricate wood carvings decorating the walls, and there are traditional decorations and murals to be found onboard the luxury yacht.

Most notably, one of the bathrooms is entirely decorated with a colorful mosaic depicting cartoon-like sea animals, which is sure to be popular among children spending time aboard the KHALILAH yacht.

Other bathrooms are more minimalistic with white marble finishes and discreet mosaics of trees and other natural scenes.

Specifications

The KHALILA yacht is 48 meters (157.6 ft) long with an 11-meter (36.1 ft) beam and a 2.1-meter (6.11 ft) draft.

She is considered the world’s first all-carbon superyacht and is especially environmentally friendly with reduced emissions and exceptional fuel efficiency.

Both her hull and superstructure are built out of carbon, making her a lightweight vessel at only 485 tons.

She is powered by twin MTU engines which allow her to reach impressive speeds of up to 30 knots.

She comfortably cruises at 28 knots, making her one of the faster yachts in her size category.

Due to her highly efficient engines, she still has a range of 1,500 nautical miles and is the perfect yacht for visiting destinations in shallow waters due to her low draft.

The KHALILAH yacht is one of the most striking superyachts in the world and is guaranteed to draw attention wherever she goes with her pearlescent gold finish.

She is accompanied by a matching 6.8-meter (22 ft) gold tender, and her aerodynamic design gives her a sleek and elegant appearance.

On the aft, the yacht has a spacious swimming platform and storage area for water toys with an adjacent seating area with a beach club.

With her many floor-to-ceiling windows and large decks, KHALILAH perfectly merges indoor and outdoor living and provides guests with many choices for relaxing and enjoying the views.

One of her more unusual features is the custom extendable staircase that can be used to board guests and extend onto the water if requested as an unconventional seating area.

The exterior of the KHALILAH yacht was designed by Palmer Johnson Yachts , which is also the shipyard where the vessel was constructed. As a charter yacht, Khalilah has a fantastic selection of water toys on board to entertain her guests. There are jet skis, water skis, kayaks, paddleboards, and inflatables, all stored aft of the vessel.

The adjacent deck is exceptionally large and measures over 110 square feet giving guests plenty of space for sunbathing or exercising. 

The KHALILAH yacht has an estimated price of US $30 million. She generates annual running costs of approximately US $1 to $3 million.

Khalilah is available for charter at a weekly price of US $225,000 per week during both the winter and summer seasons. She is based in the Mediterranean and is primarily available for charter there. Khalilah is also available for sale at a listing price of US $28,5 million, although it is unclear whether a buyer has already been found. 

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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Navigating Paradise: The Ultimate Guide to Greece Yacht Charters for Sophisticated Travelers

Reasons for greece yacht charters among discerning travelers.

W ith its charming scenery, azure waters, and many islands, Greece offers a yachting experience that can only be rivaled by none. A holiday in Greece on a chartered yacht is more than just another trip – it allows you to enter the world of sea luxury, tremendous history, and astonishing natural wonders. Danielis Yachting is an experienced provider of luxury yachts in Greece and one of the top organizers in this exclusive niche. Each charter is not a tour but a customized path through Eden because Danielis Yachting has an up-to-scratch fleet of yachts and a crew that knows what top hospitality means.

Choose Your Ideal Yacht

Choosing the right yacht is your primary decision in your Greek sea journey. Whether you prefer a swift motor yacht, grand sailing boat, or luxurious catamaran, the experience you will enjoy will be distinct. Motor yachts provide the fullness of incredible velocity and motionlessness accordingly, while catamarans allow maximum space for your comfort. As for the grand traditional sailing boats, it is about the experience. Such unique options as danielisyachting.com propose an extensive list of yachts for all four to choose their best. The following passages will consider every type of yacht. Besides, it will provide tips on how to decide the most suitable one. Comfort, efficiency, and elegance will be highlighted.

Planning Your Itinerary

A yacht charter in Greece offers the freedom to explore secluded bays, vibrant ports, and ancient ruins at your own pace. Planning your itinerary with Danielis Yachting allows you to customize your journey to include iconic islands such as Santorini and Mykonos and hidden gems like the tranquil Ionian islands or the mystical Sporades. This section will guide you through crafting the perfect itinerary that balances adventure with relaxation and cultural exploration with leisure. We'll provide insights into the must-visit destinations, optimal travel routes, and seasonal considerations to help you maximize your Greece yacht charter.

Capturing Local Culture and Flavors

Finally, Greek cuisine and culture should be at the core of the experience. While it would be impossible to encompass each island's history and local cuisines in the manuscript, highlighting the cultural treasures accessible to guests is highly recommended. Since the crew is recruited and guided by professionals from Danielis Yachting, there is always at least one native Greek per voyage. Hence, providing an overview of common aspects, such as getaways to local restaurants and festival participation, should create a sufficient foundation for this preliminary research on local attractions on each island.

What to Pack for Your Yacht Adventure

Packing for a yacht charter differs significantly from packing for a typical vacation. This section will provide sophisticated travelers with practical tips on what to bring for a yacht journey in Greece. From the essentials like swimwear and sun protection to bright casual outfits for evening outings, we'll cover everything you need to pack. Additionally, we'll include advice on gadgets and gear that can enhance your yachting experience, ensuring you're well-prepared for whatever adventures lie ahead.

Making the Most of Your Yacht Charter with Danielis Yachting

To truly make the most of your Greece yacht charter, partnering with a knowledgeable and experienced provider like Danielis Yachting can make all the difference. This section will highlight the exclusive services and amenities that Danielis Yachting offers, from personalized customer service to additional offerings like jet skis, diving equipment, and bespoke event planning aboard. We'll explore how these services enhance your journey, turning a simple holiday into an unforgettable experience and ensuring that every trip detail is meticulously catered to your satisfaction.