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Attaturk's former ship - savarona
Savarona, now owned by Kaharam Sandikoglu
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One of the most luxurious craft afloat...
At 136 metres long, the Savarona remains one of the world's largest yachts - so it's amazing to think she is nearly 80 years old. Launched in 1931 as a gift to an American heiress, she was sold to the Turkish government in 1938, whereupon she became the presidential yacht of the founder of modern Turkey, Ataturk. She has now been restored - and how.
The Savarona boasts 17 luxury suites, 260 tonnes of polished marble - of which 65 are in the on-board hammam - plus any number of gilded mirrors, bronzes, kilims, a Jacuzzi and eight launches for shore trips. She's available for charter, so start saving.
HIRE COSTS - 33,000 EURO per week
PLEASE NOTE : Fuel is not included in any boat charter price, as it is impossible to know how far you wish to sail, or the price of fuel at the date of your charter.
Boat Description :
The fourth largest private yacht in the world, SAVARONA is a spacious and luxurious classic motor boat who cannot fail to impress.She boasts 17 generous suites, each of which are over 485 square foot in size, and she has 47,360 square foot of covered as well as over 38,750 square foot of open areas.
SAVARONA provides charter guests with broad and spacious main living areas and modern and comprehensive recreational amenities.
Her extensive crew of 45 also provide particular attention to fine service which is superior to those of the best five star hotels, making her ideal for entertaining and corporate events.Savarona feature superior relaxation facilities with her generously sized swimming pool, two separate saunas & steaming rooms, two Jacuzzis, a fitness centre and a floor heated Turkish bath built from 260 tons of authentic carved marble.
She also offers guests excellent outdoor water facilities including sailing! If, after a long day of outdoor activity, another suitable way to relax is needed, then guests can also take advantage of SAVARONAs indoor movie theatre with an archive of over 2,500 movie titles! SAVARONA really is a classic yacht with a modern twist and is a haven of luxury yachting in a classic atmosphere.FeaturesIndoor movie theatreComputer gamesWater skiingWind surfingJet skiingDiving SailingFitness centerFloor heated Turkish bath (built with 260 tons of carved marble)Helipad
The luxury ocean-going yacht, Savarona, was designed by William Francis Gibbs, the leading American naval architect of his day, and built in 1931 for Mrs. Emily Roebling Cadwalader at a cost of $4 million.
Mrs. Cadwallader was the granddaughter of John Augustus Roebling, who was the architect of the Brooklyn Bridge, one of the great engineering feats of the 19th century. Given this heritage, it is not surprising that Emily Cadwallader should have commissioned the largest and fastest yacht of her day, which she named after a species of African swan.
For seven years, the Savarona plied the waters of the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Then in 1938 she was purchased by the Turkish government and presented to Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Turkish Republic. Atatürk took great pleasure in his new acquisition. By his own account, he waited for its arrival in Istanbul with the expectancy of a "restless child". Atatürk held cabinet meetings and entertained world leaders aboard his yacht. Thus, the Savarona has played its part in history.
After Atatürk's death, the Savarona passed to the Turkish Naval Authorities. Then, in 1989, the yacht was purchased by Mr. Kahraman Sadikoglu. By this stage, the Savarona was in very poor condition and Mr. Sadikoglu embarked on an ambitious campaign of restoration, employing no less than 425 skilled workers.
The interior was designed by Donald Starkey, and no expense was spared. To take one example, the ship contains 260 tons of polished marble, 65 in the hamam alone. In memory of Atatürk, his private suite has been restored as a museum containing many of his personal belongings.
Cruising along Türkiye's justly famed Aegean and Mediterranean Coasts, the Savarona brings an experience of elegance and luxury to those who are lucky enough to be her guests. Thus far, the Savarona has hosted such VIP guests as Prince Rainier, Prince Charles, the Sultan of Brunei, King Juan Carlos of Spain, Princess Diana, Fashion-designer Valentino, Claudia Schiffer, Nicole Kidman, Elizabeth Hurley, Sharon Stone, Hugh Grant, Tom Cruise and Gerard Depardieu.
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