10 Extraordinary Yachts You Can Set Sail On This Summer

Set sail this summer on the most incredible high-design yachts available for charter around the world.

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Dragonfly: Built by the Australian firm Hanseatic Marine and launched in 2009, this power yacht is noted for its sleek silhouette and innovative conception by naval architect Espen Oeino, as well as its stylish interiors by the Munich-based firm Silvestrin Design.

Commissioned by German eco-industrialist Guido Krass and originally christened Silver Zwei, it was sold and renamed in 2011.

Dragonfly: The interiors have been given a chic 1970s vibe, with glossy wood finishes and luxurious white leather sofas. Outdoor features include dining spaces, a Jacuzzi, a large sundeck, and even a helipad on the foredeck of the ship.

The fastest long-range superyacht in the world, the boat is ideal for covering vast distances and is able to navigate tight spaces that most other vessels its length cannot.
 
CONTACT: SailAway Yacht Charter Consultants; 305-253-7245, 1800sailaway.com

Maltese Falcon: Reportedly the largest sailing yacht in the world, this remarkable vessel was built in 2006 for American venture capitalist Tom Perkins.

Created by renowned Italy-based builders Perini Navi, the ship was sold in 2009 to Greek hedge-fund billionaire Elena Ambrosiadou, who recently began offering the famous cruiser for exclusive charters.

CONTACT: Moody Yachts France; 011-33-493-63-8861, elmarine.com

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