September: The Monaco Yacht Show
The Monaco Yacht Show is an exciting event that takes place in Monte Carlo every September. This is a grand gathering for billionaires who come together to explore luxurious superyachts as summer comes to an end. Here, you can see many impressive yachts that are often available for purchase or charter.
At the show, over 120 yachts are on display, with a typical length of about 165 feet. These magnificent vessels are equipped with extraordinary features like elevators, bars, spas, swimming pools, gyms, hot tubs, and even helipads—sometimes more than one! Many yacht owners also include fun additions like Jet Skis and submersibles.
For example, last year, billionaire NFL owner Shahid Khan showcased his superyacht named Kismet. This impressive yacht includes three swimming pools, a pickleball court, and an outdoor movie theater, and it’s available for charter at a staggering price of $3.4 million for a week.
Another highlight from the event was billionaire Sergey Brin’s yacht, Dragonfly. Brin, a co-founder of Google, is known for owning several boats and water toys. He has put Dragonfly on the market for $30 million.
The Monaco Yacht Show has a reputation for featuring yachts owned by high-profile billionaires in the past, including Paul Allen and Steve Wynn. While the event used to attract wealthy Russian oligarchs, recent sanctions have kept many of them from attending.
If you’re interested in checking out these stunning yachts, the Monaco Yacht Show is open to the public. You can gain entry for a fee of 600 Euros, which is about $640, making it an opportunity to marvel at these luxurious vessels or maybe connect with someone who might invite you onboard!
