Here’s A Look Inside 14 Of The World’s Most Expensive Luxury Yachts

Want a sinfully luxurious getaway? If you can afford it, seven-star hotels are a thing of the past. The yachting life is the way to be.

Ever wondered what the very limits of opulence look like? Let us show you - in yachts - just how one could splurge.

1. Streets of Monaco - $1 billion

This creation of unrestrained indulgence does not even have an owner yet.

The comforts it can afford those who can afford it, include not the just the usual - helipads, pools, cinemas - but also croquet, casinos, mini submarines, speedboats, jet skis, and a tennis court among other things.

2. Eclipse - $800 million

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich owns yet another masterpiece - Eclipse.

All its other luxuries aside, the feature that sets this vessel apart is its "paparazzi zapping laser" that scans the horizons and destroys camera lenses completely.

It's manned by a crew of 70 and has two helipads and its own submarine.

3. Dubai - $300 million

Owned by the Prime Minister of UAE, this yacht has all the luxuries you could hope to find in the city of Dubai and more.

The pools, spa, glass staircases and helipad all allow for about 115 people to be hosted aboard this floating spectacle.

4. Superyacht A - $323 million

Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko's appropriately named Superyacht A is designed this way to be able to cut through icebergs.

Its three pools and two private boats among all its other modern comforts make it truly super.

Source: The Versatile Gent

5. Al Said - $300 million

Named after its owner Sultan Qaboos Bin Said Al Said of Oman, this nautical beauty accommodates up to 70 people on board and with its own concert hall and gives them more than enough to stick around for.

It is said that no actual pictures of the inside have been taken, so we'll just have to trust that they're as awesome as the outside.

Source: Yacht Harbour

6. Dilbar - $263 million

One of the largest yachts in the world, the Dilbar belongs to Alisher Usmanov.

It has everything one could need to house about 20 guests, or one Bond villain.

Source: BNY Charters

7. Al Mirqab - $250 million

The former Prime Minister of Qatar owns this quarter billion dollar monster of the sea.

The Al Mirqab has got 10 bedroom suites, a helipad, a swimming pool, a movie theatre and a sun deck to have everyone on board kissed with opulence.

Source: Live Yachting

8. Lady Moura - $210 million

The lettering on this yacht has been made from 24 karat gold. Yes. That is how expensive this piece of Naseer Al-Rasheed's property is.

With its capacity for up to 30 guests, it is the ideal way to ferry close friends from one of your private islands to another.

9. Seven Seas - $200 million

The Seven Seas was owned at one point by director Steven Spielberg.

This wonder of Dutch engineering can hold 12 guests and treat them to a range of comforts among which is an infinity pool to die for.

10. Rising Sun - $200 million

David Geffen's dearly priced yacht boasts of just so much.

A basketball court, which doubles as a helipad, a wine cellar that'll make your head spin and a total of 82 rooms across five floors. An absolute guarantee in grandeur.

Source: About Me

11. Al Salamah - $200 million

Late Saudi Arabian Defense Minister Prince Sultan Abdul Aziz used to own the Al Salamah.

This yacht revolutionized the yacht game with the indoor pool with a glass ceiling on this uber-yacht.

12. Ecstasea - $200 million

As cool as its name is, it isn't nearly the coolest thing about it. This sensation on the sea was formerly owned by Roman Abramovich and is now in the hands of an anonymous buyer (though some believe it to be Sonja Zuckerman).

It houses 14 guests and its size in fact brings it closer to being a luxury ship than a yacht.

13. Project Mars - $162 million

This sleek work of nautical art was originally built by Fincantieri.

And it comes with swimming pools, a spa as well as a designated business area.

As a bonus, I'd like to present to you the ultimate monument in extravagance.

14. History Supreme - $4.8 billion

Not only is this marvel of riches made with over 100,000 kg of gold and platinum, but it also has railings of gold all over and is decorated with T-Rex bones and miniature meteorites.

A true case of what-the-heck-do-I-do-with-5-billion-dollars, it is rumoured to be owned by Malaysian businessman Robert Kuok.

15 Amazing Bollywood Shooting Locations Where You Can Actually Go And Stay

Indians are a colourful lot and we don't mind letting our cinema add an extra dash of colour to our lives. In fact, we love to follow all the drama, fashion and life fundas which Bollywood feeds us, simply to get as close to the 'filmy life' as possible. And if you thought this is the closest you can get to the filmy life, brace yourselves, we bring a heady dose of Bollywood your way. Here's presenting 15 shooting locations of Bollywood films where you can actually stay and live the filmy life!

1. Woodville Palace Hotel, Simla

3 Idiots

This heritage palace hotel dates back to the British Raj and still stands as enchantingly beautiful as ever. The vintage appeal and a fairytale like feel about the place makes it the perfect location to shoot films. Though, a number of films have been shot here like Black, Raju Chacha and Raaz 2 in the past, it is Kareena Kapoor's wedding scene from 3 Idiots which has that immediate recall value of this beautiful heritage property. 

2. Span Resort & Spa, Manali

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

Remember the hotel in Manali where Bunny and group camp up in  Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani? This is the very same resort at one edge of Manali which lets you hibernate from the urban existence in the oasis of natural beauty. Visit this place if you want nothing but river banks, woodlands and glacial mountain views as your company.

3. The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is one movie which made people sit up and take notice of Udaipur like never before. Presenting the royal city in its full splendour, The Oberoi Udaivilas played perfect host to the team YJHD which shot most of Kalki's wedding scenes at the heritage property. Head here to experience majesty and grandeur at your service and bring back memories worth a lifetime. 

4. Pataudi Palace, Haryana

Rang De Basanti

If there's one heritage property in India which exudes royalty and Bollywood at the same time, it is the Pataudi Palace. Home to two generations of the Nawabs of Pataudi and royal abode of the reigning prince, actor Saif Ali Khan, the Patauadi Palace has always embraced Bollywood shoots in its premises. Movies like Mangal Pandey, Veer Zara, Gandhi My father, Mere Brother ki Dulhan and the Julia Roberts starrer Eat Pray Love were shot here but the movie which actually immortalized the Pataudi palace was Rang De Basanti. A 3-hour drive from the national capital, visit the palace for a much deserved break in the lap of royalty.

5. Rainforest Resort, Athirapally

Guru

One look at the Rainforest Resort and you'll know what keeps bringing maverick filmmaker Mani Ratnam back to this place in Kerala to shoot his films. After painting the silver screen green with this amazingly beautiful resort in Guru, Ratnam came back to capture the majestic Athirapally waterfalls inRaavan. Though Kerala is home to amazingly green pastures, head to Rainforest Resort if you want to spend some time in a lush green forest with breathtaking views of the gushing waterfalls. 

6. Hotel Naggar Castle, Himachal Pradesh

Jab We Met

Who doesn't remember the peppy song 'Yeh Ishq Haai' from Jab We Met? And those who do would definitely remember the amazing backgrounds it has been shot at. One such spectacular location in the song is the beautiful Hotel Naggar Castle. Visit the palace if you are a fan of authentic western Himachali cuisine and architecture. And yes, the Bollywood connect doesn't hurt!

7. Hotel De L'orient, Pondicherry

Jism

If the amazing backdrops of the movie Jism ensnared you, Hotel De L'orient would be your ultimate pit stop. Built in the late 1760s, Hotel De L'orient is a French architectural marvel in Pondicherry where the song Shikayat Hai from Jism was shot. A worth visit for all who love indigenous French architecture and French cuisines whipped with Tamil spices!

8. Baradari Palace, Patiala

Bodyguard

Grand in every sense, this 19th century sprawling garden-palace is a piece of history which has been lovingly maintained and thrown open for visitor to explore and enjoy. The heritage palace has been a part of various movies such as Bodyguard, Mausam and Yamla Pagla Deeewana and stands true to the perception of Punjab: grand, hospitable and lovable.

9. Ahilya Fort, Madhya Pradesh

Asoka

Shah Rukh Khan's magnum opus on the life of King Asoka is best remembered for its enchanting shooting locales and the mystic fortresses. One such fort is Ahilya Fort, located on the high ground overlooking the Narmada river. 

Today, the fort which has stood the test of time and survived more than 4000 years, has been converted into a heritage hotel open for visitors and travellers. Check into this fort- turned-hotel to relive the old world charm. 

10. Hotel Narain Niwas Palace, Jaipur

Paheli

When it comes to shooting period films, Hotel Narain Niwas Palace has become a favourite of sorts. Exuding Rajput royalty from all its concrete, Hotel Narain Niwas Palace has been a host to Zubeidaand Paheli. A reasonably popular spot for travellers in Jaipur, the palace is your peek into the Rajput lifestyle.

11. Chomu Palace, Jaipur

Bhool Bhulaiya

What would you say about this 300 year old fort: elegant or haunting? We would say elegantly haunting! Shown as an eerie fortified palace in the movie Bhool Bhulaiya, Chomu palace is a fully functional hotel and a much loved picnic spot with all the modern amenities and facilities.

12. Lallgarh Palace, Bikaner

Band Baaja Baaraat

Bollywood has learnt a lesson by heart and that is, filmy marriages are best shot in grand palaces! Another Bollywood marriage sequence to be shot in a palace is from the movie Band Baaja Baaraat. The Lallgarh palace was built by Maharaja Ganga Singhji and it catches everybody's imagination with its imposing red sand-stoned architecture. The palace operates as a premier heritage hotel in Bikaner today.

13. Mandir Palace, Jaisalmer

Sarfarosh

Mandir Palace is a forgotten architectural marvel which came into limelight after movies like Sarfaroshand Tashan decided to film their scenes in this lesser known palace of Jaisalmer. Though there are more famous ones in Jaisalmer but the Mandir Palace is no less in beauty and royalty.

14. Devigarh Palace, Udaipur

Eklavya

What we saw of Devigarh in Eklavya was just the trailer, as they say. Today the 18th century palace has been converted into a luxury hotel which is at par with all other luxury hotels of Udaipur.

15. Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida

Baby

Baby was a high-octane action thriller which didn't give audiences much breathing space. And this is probably why not many could notice that the grand panoramic shots of Feroze's headquarters were actually shot in Gautam Buddha University's sprawling library. In fact, the cast and crew of Baby shot quite a few important sequences in the university which is located in Greater Noida, away in from the hustle bustle of Delhi.