To escape the sweltering heat of Riyadh, the Saudi crown prince MBS can use the on-board snow room of his $400 million megayacht. The 439-foot megayacht is equipped with a submarine, two helipads, a climbing wall, a saltwater swimming pool, and a $450 million Da Vinci picture.
It’s common knowledge that Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, has exquisite taste. How could that be, since he sails about on a $400 million Serene yacht that measures an unbelievable 439 feet in length? There is more to a superyacht than its rugged look, enormous price tag, and impressive size. Serene is an absolute masterpiece because of all the intricate details within. A snow chamber is one such remarkable feature. Real snow is falling from the ceiling of the unique room, which has been cooled to 12 degrees farhaneit. The snowroom is perfect for relaxing after a day of avoiding the scorching heat of the sauna and the 110 degrees Fahrenheit summers of Saudi Arabia. The first yacht with a snow room was a 439-foot vessel built by the Fincantieri shipyard and delivered in 2011. There were other imitators, such as the motoryachts Faith and Ragnar, but none that could match the elegance and sophistication of Serene’s salon.
The work of Pascale Reymond of Reymond Langton Design is one of many eye-catching details and luxurious extras. Serene’s initial owner, Russian oligarch Yuri Shefler, is responsible for the inclusion of the snow room. According to Reymond, the wealthy owner requested a snow-filled cabin.
The clients requested a snowy area on the yacht, and Reymond obliged. When you consider that the client is from a country like Russia, where spas and ice fountains are commonplace, you might conclude that this is the usual. It’s weird to be looking out at sunshine and bathing suits while standing on a yacht covered in gorgeous, new snow.
Even millionaire Bill Gates couldn’t resist the allure of the Italian-built yacht Serene ($5 million per week in 2014) and leased her for a few days to take his family on holiday. What follows is a list of Serene’s outstanding qualities that would have made the Gates’ trip unforgettable.
How does Serene Stand differentiate itself from the other megayachts?The Serene motoryacht is not very formidable on her own, despite her vast beam of 60 feet and seven decks and large 4,500 square meters of interior capacity.
The boat single-handedly transports you to a forested valley high in the mountains, and then warms you in a huge saltwater pool. The considerate MBS even built a children’s playhouse complete with a climbing wall, thinking of the many large families that live on Serene.
One of the two helipads can be transformed into an additional pool or dance floor, depending on the event’s requirements. The charter yacht Serene features a wide variety of fun amenities for guests.
The ship has a thrilling underwater observation chamber, a profusion of toys and tenders, and a crazily fun “between the decks” slide. The spas and relaxing hammam at the wellness and beauty center are just what the doctor ordered after a long day of exploring.
Before turning in for the night, guests can unwind in the outdoor movie theater, piano room, or bar.
What Happened When a Calm Yacht Swung Into the Arms of Middle Eastern NobilityA diamond’s true value can only be determined by a trained jeweler. The purchase of the megayacht Serene by the then-vice-crown prince of Saudi Arabia exemplifies this proverb. In early 2016, while on vacation in southern France, Prince Salman came saw the magnificent luxury yacht. MBS was so impressed by the exquisite ship that he sent an advisor to negotiate a purchase with Russian oligarch Yuri Shefler.
Within a few short hours, the Russian billionaire was booted off the yacht and MBS was the sole owner of the two helipads, submarine, and nightclub. Because the king loves his yacht so much, it is adorned with Salvator Mundi, a Leonardo da Vinci artwork that cost $450 million in 2017 (more than the yacht itself).