Said to be a combination of a cruise ship and a superyacht, the Somnio is expected to cost more than $600 million and become one of the largest civilian yachts on the water upon completion.

The yachts people call “apartment yachts” are actually luxury apartment buildings on the sea. Instead of owning and piloting their own small yachts, people buy apartments right on the giant yachts.

Once most of the condominiums are sold, the yachts will act as luxury cruise ships, you will be able to travel the world and have free access to restaurants, spas, rooms Gyms and even a wine cellar with the service of on-board staff.

Somnio means “dream” in Latin, and is made with the latest clean engine technology along with responsible and low-impact materials and products. In terms of total value, this yacht is even more expensive than billionaire Jeff Bezos’ $ 500 million superyacht that is about to be completed.

This 222m-long “private yacht” was designed by Winch Design, Tillberg Design of Sweden and Luttenberger Design. This is an idea initiated by Carl Le Souef, an American millionaire, founder of the cosmetics company Private Formula International, and CEO of Somnio Global, a technology group.

The yacht has a total of 39 luxury apartments cut up for sale. Each apartment costs from 11 million USD or more. The price of each apartment will depend on their area and location, apartments on higher floors will have higher prices. Customers wishing to own luxury apartments on the Somnio can only offer to buy if invited or recommended.

Apartments ranging in size from 148sqm to 603sqm are complete with enviable amenities. They each have their own balcony or terrace and can be further customized to the buyer’s liking. Owners will enjoy the full range of land-based amenities, including a gym, library, indoor and outdoor dining space, separate dressing area and spacious living room with views of the sun. Coverage up to 270 degrees.

In addition, customers who buy apartments on this yacht are supported by experts from participating manufacturers for 3 months to customize and select materials, furniture, lighting and artwork. displayed inside. While on board, apartment owners have access to a number of restaurants, bars, a 10,000-bottle wine cellar as well as a large beach club with water sports facilities and a swimming pool.

Somnio will offer buyers “the privacy of a private yacht along with the opportunity to network in a vibrant community of like-minded people,” the investors said during the launch. “World-class medical care will also be provided on board, providing apartment owners with the highest level of safety against pandemics and other global risks.”

Somnio co-founder Captain Erik Bredhe said: “As the only civil superyacht in the world, we are delighted to partner with designers who are able to create products precisely to our liking. our want. Passengers on this ship will experience only the very best.”

Erik Bredhe later added: “The great thing about owning your own apartment on a yacht is that you don’t have to worry about maintenance or planning for that yacht. At $11 million, you can absolutely buy a private yacht, but with that money you can never own a superyacht.” According to the company’s website, although the residents on the boat can be recommend destinations, the ship’s staff will also plan travel itineraries.

According to the designers, sustainability will be the main focus of Somnio, reflected in the latest clean engine technology and environmentally friendly materials. All these criteria in terms of materials are applied in the cellar, wine tasting room, as well as lounge, spa, cinema… on board.

To get all the amenities mentioned above, passengers need to pay an annual amount to cover maintenance, repair, food and fuel costs. Mr. Erik Bredhe also said the “no-tipping policy” on Somnio yacht, ie residents can pay the boat’s service fee equivalent to 15% to 20% of the yacht rental cost.

It is known that the yacht is expected to launch in 2024 with the identity of the owners of the apartments completely hidden. Currently, some apartments have been sold successfully. The yacht was built in Norway by Vard, a member of the Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri.

Meanwhile, another superyacht named Njord is also slated to be completed in 2025. The 289m-long yacht is also planning to sell apartments to those who like to conquer the ocean without needing. responsible for his own yacht.