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Luxury life: 12 extravagant features in American millionaires’ yachts

Peeking into the lives of the rich and famous has become easier over the years, thanks to social media and smartphones, which allow for very personal and up-close contact between the super-wealthy and the rest of us. Among the many spoils and luxuries these individuals indulge in, few pique interest quite like their superyachts. From basketball courts to helipads and more, the following 12 features are just a small glimpse of what money can buy. Can you imagine yourself on one of these boats?

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Garage

If you’re like most of us, when you hear the word garage, you think of a place to store cars—on land. But if you belong to the super-rich, you might think otherwise. Octopus is a superyacht owned by an extremely wealthy individual (as with every other massive boat on this list, we’ll avoid naming names) that features a two-story wet dock functioning as the explorer yacht's very own mini-marina.

Two primary tenders are stored and launched through a giant transom door, while the floodable dock is complemented by rows of smaller toy garages.

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Spa

Many cruise ships offer spas as part of their onboard amenities, but sharing those accommodations with other passengers is usually to be expected. Unless, of course, you happen to own Kismet, a superyacht that boasts a "7-star wellness suite." This luxurious space includes a hammam, sauna, cryotherapy chamber, private treatment room with a massage table, and a chromotherapy bathtub. Not bad, right?"

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Air-conditioned helicopter hangar

If you own a superyacht, chances are you probably own a helicopter too. So, it only makes sense to have a proper deck on your yacht to land your helicopter. However, the owner of Moonrise took things a step further by adding an air-conditioned helicopter hangar to the mix.

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Bespoke chandelier

Probably due to the fact that these things always seem to hang rather precariously from the ceiling, chandeliers tend to be installed on dry land and not on moving vehicles. However, if your yacht is large enough, anything is possible.

Such is the case with the Aquila superyacht, which boasts a bespoke chandelier crafted by the Czech company Preciosa. This masterpiece made up of more than 850 pieces of hand-blown glass, stretches an astonishing 36.7 feet, cascading elegantly through four of Aquila’s five decks.

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Nature-inspired spa

The Ahpo superyacht features a massive spa designed with curves, leaves, waves, and bamboo for a serene, nature-inspired aesthetic. Located on the lower deck, this luxurious facility includes a plunge pool, a Himalayan salt sauna, a hammam, and a massage room. Each space is decorated with intricate nature-themed mosaics and ceilings embedded with twinkling fiber optic lights, creating a tranquil and immersive experience.

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A snow room

If an onboard spa isn’t luxurious enough, how about a walk-in snow room? The Faith superyacht takes indulgence to another level with its spa, which includes this unique feature. Aside from the fun of building a snowman while navigating across the Caribbean, spending time in the snow room offers several health benefits, such as stimulating metabolism, improving sleep, and relieving pain.

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Underwater lounge

Imagine relaxing in your superyacht’s private lounge, gazing through a huge window in front of you, half of it over the water line and half of it, underwater. This is the kind of extraordinary experience awaiting owners and guests aboard the Savannah. Spot marine life with a drink in your hand, anytime.

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Private library

Arguably the most understated feature on this extravagant list, the massive L-shaped library aboard the M5 superyacht exudes a cozy, residential charm. With hundreds of volumes neatly arranged in rows and a plush L-shaped sofa to match, this library offers the perfect space to unwind in style.

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Outdoor cinema

Imagine a drive-in theater—but at sea, and without the cars. That’s the kind of experience you can enjoy aboard Grey, another big boat with a glass-sided swimming pool complete with a high-luminosity cinema setup. Flanked by plush sofa seating, the area boasts integrated speakers and a state-of-the-art surround sound system.

And yes, in case you were wondering, the screen can completely retract and fold away when not in use.

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Basketball court

Imagine playing basketball while the entire court is rocked by the waves—quite an experience! The lucky owner of Joy, another luxurious ship, can do just that. The court can also be converted into a badminton court. And after the workout, the dedicated onboard spa is ready to soothe those sore muscles.

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A jaguar

Figureheads on the bow of ships are an ancient tradition, but placing a car-style hood ornament on a ship is something else altogether. And doing it on a massive scale creates quite the spectacle. The Whisper superyacht boasts a 12-foot silver jaguar statue on its bow, a tribute to its previous owner, who also happened to own the Jacksonville Jaguars football team.

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Greek pool

Picture a massive pool, set underneath dramatic lighting to give the appearance of a night-lit sky, and surrounded by grand Greek statues, all aboard a luxury private yacht. That’s Leona, a 240-foot superyacht. The lavish atmosphere is completed by water outlets and fresco walls that make its visitors feel like they are in a Greek villa.

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