Imagine a speedboat capable of carving the water at 46 mph. Not terribly unusual—until you realize the boat is actually a monochromatic nautical sculpture designed by a leading French artist.

If you enjoy driving high-class vehicles from Mercedes-Benz, imagine what it would be like to cruise aboard one. At sea, that is. This week, the renowned German automaker announced the creation of a new division, Mercedes-Benz Style.

They say the third time’s the charm. If that’s true, then the owners of the newly delivered Kokomo are living the high life. Kokomo is the third yacht they have commissioned from New Zealand-based Alloy Yachts.

For those of you making your summer cruising plans, the Wealth Bulletin, an online news service addressing the global wealth-management industry, has just completed an analysis of the daily average rates at some of the most coveted marinas around the world. Of course, rates at these—and all—marinas vary by the length of the yacht and according to peak periods.

Plenty of yacht builders enjoy repeat business from clients. That is certainly the case with German-based Lürssen, which just launched the second project for a gentleman who previously commissioned a new build in 2004. Phoenix 2, as the current yacht is named, hit the water on April 8.

Expedition yachts caught on more than a decade ago, and their popularity has not wavered. A vessel with a go-anywhere look conjures images of exploring far-off waters and romantic quests. So, why not embark on the adventure with an equally adventurous-looking yacht?

Hollywood’s leading actresses, from Angelina Jolie to Halle Berry, covet Elie Saab’s fashionable creations. Now yacht owners can experience his talents first hand, as he is expanding his offerings into superyacht design—in both exterior styling and interior décor.
It’s all thanks to Weyves Couture, a company that teams the world’s foremost fashion houses and designers with individuals seeking singular designs for their homes, jets, and yachts.