Were they referring about superyachts when they stated the voyage is more important than the final destination? Famous people from the entertainment industry, musicians of the highest order, and NBA all-time greats have all chosen to take their vacations on one of these luxurious yachts.There have been sightings of Magic Johnson and his family aboard John’s hired beauty, the 295-footer Phoenix 2. Among those observed were Michael Jordan and Samuel L. Jackson. It wasn’t the first time the ex-Lakers superstar was spotted partying it up with friends on the high seas. What exactly is it about this Lurssen masterpiece that attracts the millionaire who is willing to spend $1.5 million every week on the cruiser?
Lurssen’s Phoenix 2 yacht is like a delicious cake; it’s enchanting. The layers are largely influenced by lavish art deco aesthetics, and are infused with a creamy richness. The cherry on top is that you be transported to New York City in the glitzy 1930s. The cityscape follows you everywhere you go, popping up all around the ship’s four levels. There is nothing you could ever forget about this place, with its cherry velvet carpets, piano lounges, and golden furnishings.
Michael Johnson and his loved ones eat aboard the Phoenix 2 on their vacation.Post by @magicjohnson on Instagram.If you haven’t seen this boat in five years, I think it’s terrific that you’re going on it again,” says Andrew Winch, a yacht designer. Things you remember and recognize will be here, and so will things you missed the first time.
The split-level owner’s suite, the spacious external side decks that led you to the stainless-steel Phoenix sculpture on the bow, and the retro decor that married the shades of black, cream, gold, and burgundy to recreate an era that was romantic and opulent in equal measures are all details that will remain in your mind long after you’ve forgotten the rest.
A concert grand piano.The Phoenix 2 has a big, piano-themed dining table that can seat a large number of guests, making it ideal for social gatherings. The owner’s love of opera, piano, and classical music is celebrated in the elegant dining room’s orchestral decor. DKT’s huge gold bas-relief frieze of jazz performers covers the room’s six walls and draws the eye. In a separate chamber on the ship is a special black-and-gold Steinway piano.
The hallway leading to the owner’s suite features a Modigliani sculpture that is sure to please any art connoisseurs. In the cinema, inspired by New York’s Radio City Music Hall, film buffs will have the fun of their lives watching legendary films. The black carpet and velvet curtain slides create a genuine feel for a night at the movies, while fiber optic lighting draws attention to the room.
The upper deck saloon is brightened by a central skylight and can accommodate up to 120 guests thanks to its direct passage to the winter garden. Retractable glass windows allow the room to be closed off for solitude on calmer days. It’s interesting that you can raise and lower the buffet tables with a single button. On the way to the owner’s suite, you’ll see a painting portraying New York City’s bustling streets.
The main bedroom.
The primary black and white suite is reminiscent of a grand piano. The space is sophisticated and luxurious thanks to the built-in wardrobe, the sliding mirror that separates the bathroom, the enormous paintings, and the one-of-a-kind dressing table. The suite has a private Jacuzzi and is split over two floors. The luxurious Phoenix 2 also features a spa pool, a gym, and a beauty shop in addition to its impressive 25-foot pool.
The sauna or steam room.
There are a total of twenty-eight crew members on board, and their specialties range from chocolate making to massage therapy. As was previously indicated, $1.5 million per week can be paid to charter the magnificent floating time machine.
On the Phoenix 2 with Magic Johnson and his pals.Post by @magicjohnson on Instagram.
The 63-year-old’s net worth: $620 million. “Magic” Johnson, aka Earvin, is a big spender.The son of a GM assembly line worker and a school janitor from Michigan, he developed an early passion for basketball. At 15, his 36 points, 18 rebounds, and 16 assists gave him the nickname “magic,” and he became a star player. A local reporter came up with the name, but it stuck as Johnson’s fame grew and it seemed more appropriate. During his 13 years as the Lakers’ point guard, Johnson and the team won five championships. The basketball star’s career ended after he was diagnosed with HIV in 1991.
Michael Johnson with the Phoenix 2 crew, including his wife and two children.Post by @magicjohnson on Instagram.
Nonetheless, it marked the beginning of his second innings as an entrepreneur, during which he established the multibillion-dollar Magic Johnson Enterprises. The investor sold his 4.5 percent stake in the Los Angeles Lakers for $100 million, and he also controlled 105 Starbucks cafes.