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10 Fascinating Facts About ‘Loon,’ the 221-Foot Superyacht That Gets the Coolest Toys First

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With the ever-expanding portfolio of charter yachts vying for attention, the 221-foot Loon took to social media to showcase its offerings. Not just with a Facebook page of pretty destinations, but with an Instagram account that now has 140,000 followers and a YouTube channel with 122,000 folks who watch its journeys.

The yacht, previously christened  Icon,  splashed in 2010 when it left the Dutch shipyard Icon Yachts. Purchased in 2023 by owners who named the yacht after their lakehouse residents, the loon bird, it is now widely recognized on the charter scene, thanks partly to its social-media presence but mostly because of its eclectic crew.

Captain Paul Clarke, who has been with the owner since 2017 and created the social-media frenzy, made his way from the vessel’s smaller siblings to helm this third generation of yachts named Loon. An overflowing toy box and tenders that include a wake-surfing boat, as well as an inventory of all the top brands, have made this an exceptional charter vessel, with IYC being the primary brokers.

The yacht’s timeless lines and contemporary features are a testament to RWD Design’s forward-thinking philosophy. “ Loon has many features which are only now being incorporated into today’s yachts,” Clarke told Robb Report.

Here are 10 cool facts about this social superyacht.

An impressive catalog of toys is a given on any reputable charter yacht, but Loon ‘s toy trove is a cut above the rest. “Those who have the most toys win—this has always been our mantra,” says Capt. Paul Clarke. “For instance, most yachts have two Jet Skis, we have four. We apply that philosophy across the toy spectrum.” It is a thrill-a-minute onboard with Seabobs, wakeboards, scuba equipment, foils, and more towables and inflatables than one can get on in a week. Loon is regularly asked to test toys before they hit the market. “We always get pre-release toys to demo. We were also the first superyacht to carry Lift foils,” adds Clarke.

A Singing, Dancing Crew

The linchpin holding a great charter together is the crew. But Loon raises the bar with its onboard team, who are born entertainers. Besides their regular duties, crewmembers double as a scuba instructor, a masseuse, a pro kitesurfer, a personal trainer, a yoga instructor, and even a DJ. The chief engineer provides an added layer of charm with his guitar skills for evening soirees. “I always hire crew who have secondary skills,” says Clarke.

The Influencer

If it isn’t on social media, did it even happen? Clarke started Loon ‘s social accounts back in the day to share the wealth of content he gathered from shooting videos of guests. Today, Loon has a crew member whose sole job is to create content with “equipment in hand 24/7.” This person, using drones and an occasional helicopter, creates charter memories with videography, photography, and other content-creation skills. Clarke says Loon is the only superyacht to have this dedicated position. The strategy has paid off. The vessel has 143,000 Instagram followers and 121,000 YouTube subscribers tuning in to watch its every move.

Loon-Inspired Inflatables

Aside from the yacht’s signature beach club, Loon literally expands for on-the-water playtime. In fact, the yacht is more than a consumer of water toys. It’s an influencer. Inflatable manufacturer FunAir developed its Beach Club Sea Pool, the first-of-its-kind inflatable Yacht Slide (with a stylish carbon-fiber finish) specifically for this yacht. This section serves as a bumper point for toys and launchpad for Jet Skis. The netted surroundings also protect swimmers from currents and jellyfish.

Looney Activities

Loon’ s activities regularly catch the eyes of onlookers. The vessel’s G23 Nautique is ideal for wake surfing. However, when chartering, the professional poker player and influencer Dan Bilzerian decided to take water stunts up a notch or two and wake-surf behind the yacht itself. While Loon regularly has “tons of A-listers” on board doing epic things, stunts are also for the crew. For its Instagram feed, the crew have leaped over the bow dressed as Thanksgiving turkeys and pulled off impressive kitesurfing jumps. The next booked charter will include magicians, helicopters, fire breathers, and a renowned DJ. “We try to make it extraordinary no matter who the guest is,” says Clarke. 

The Honey Bees

Teaming up with the biodynamic honey producers at Hikian in southern Finland, Loon has adopted its own beehive and features the honey in its cuisine. The buzz around this premium honey is that the bees thrive in the unspoiled air of the Finnish forest. As well as the flavor, the honey also accompanies the chef’s creations.

Crypto Charters

Two years ago, the former Loon was the first superyacht to accept charter fees in cryptocurrency. Fast forward to now, the current Loon continues to accept Bitcoin for bookings. Embracing crypto transactions is not just another form of payment but also a nod to a younger yachting clientele.

Involved in Rescue Missions

This Caribbean charter season has already seen Loon involved in two successful search-and-rescue missions. The first was retrieving an overturned fishing boat at the request of the U.S. Coast Guard. Just before Christmas, Loon also responded to another search and rescue that came from a couple scuba diving in the Dog Islands. Clarke sent the tender ahead to locate the missing woman who had been swept out. “It could have ended much worse if the rescue hadn’t come together so quickly,” he says.

The Main Suite Built Around the Bathtub

The interior styling by Studio Linse is inviting across all seven cabins, but the one that really catches the eye is the full-beam primary suite. With neutral and contemporary aesthetics, it is located on the main deck, where large windows flood the space with natural light. But the spotlight really shines on the impressive three-ton stone bathtub in the ensuite. It had to be installed before the deck was put on—a true commitment to a relaxing soak.

Well Connected

Loon keeps everyone connected wherever it is anchored by remaining fully hooked up to the onboard Starlink system. Besides fast Wi-Fi for work or socializing, entertainment demands are also met, thanks to the fully integrated Apple TV system, delivering every kind of movie on the yacht’s big screens. The electronic bells and whistles continue in the bridge, which recently saw upgrades to the 26-inch touchscreen panels that control all elements of the yacht.

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Our Captain and crew have many years experience of luxury yacht charters, and have the skills and knowledge to make every charter an unforgettable experience.

Captain - Paul Clarke - Australia

Captain Paul is an experienced and highly skilled Superyacht Captain who has become synonymous with the charter industry. A former professional triathlete, kiteboard instructor and professional sailor, he has enough accolades to decorate a yacht and retire on the value of his trophies alone. These include Competing in 2 America’s Cups and being placed, winning the Volvo Ocean Race and competing in the 2000 Olympics. The seas have humbled him though as you will never hear him talking about them. Through all of these experiences and his general love for the outdoors, he has developed a deep understanding of the sea and all its intricacies. 

As a charter Captain, Paul is known for his impeccable attention to detail and exceptional customer service. He takes great pride in ensuring that Loon guests have a remarkable and exceptional experience, on every trip. He is also highly knowledgeable about the areas in which he sails, and he enjoys sharing his expertise with his guests, crew and the general public, being one of the first Captain to truly showcase what life onboard a Superyacht is like, through developing the most successful yacht social media account @motoryachtloon.

Chief Officer (Rotation) - Tyler Viljoen - South Africa

Tyler is Paul’s righthand man having worked on all three of the Loon vessels, and beholder of the greatest moustache. Originally hailing from the Eastern Cape in South Africa, this sea-faring wizard now calls sunny California home sweet home with his lovely wife Courtney (not to be mistaken with our Chief Stew). When he’s not busy charting courses and ensuring smooth sailing, he’s playing with his Golden Retriever named Butter. With taste buds as adventurous as his spirit, he’s always on the hunt for the next foodie treasure and critiquing the interior’s coffee-making skills. 

Tyler is also in the process of becoming a certified Superyacht Captain himself. Ty will ensure an unforgettable journey filled with delectable treats and laughter that will make your taste buds and limbs dance with joy.

Chief Officer (Rotation) - David Firth - South Africa

Davey has years of experience in the yachting industry. His knowledge and skills in navigation, safety and maintenance are top-notch. His professionalism and attention to detail make him an asset to any yacht crew.

Outside of work, Davey loves to surf. He enjoys spending his free time catching waves and soaking up the sun. He also cherishes the time he gets to send with his wife an son during his off rotation.

Davey is a friendly and approachable person who loves to interact with the guests. He is a great listener and always makes sure that the guests needs are met. He is passionate about his work and takes pride in ensuring that the yacht is running smoothly. Davey is an excellent Chief officer who is dedicated to providing a memorable experience for guests.

His passion for surfing and spending time with his family make him a well rounded and likeable person that everyone enjoys being around.

Chief Engineer - Alex Phillips - United Kingdom

Alex is not your standard Y1 Chief Engineer. Not only can he rebuild engines the size of a standard car, he is an exceptionally talented musician. Alex started his seafaring career in 2007 working commercially in the Merchant Navy, following suit to his family. When he obtained his class 2 he joined the yachting industry and accelerated to achieving his Chief Engineer Unlimited at the age of 26. As a true sailor, there was always an instrument in his hand and his talent was even recognised on X-Factor. You can be sure that Alex will keep engines running and entertainment at an all-time high. He spends his time off either surfing, wakeboarding, diving or working on my own boat and sailing the south coast of England.

Second Engineer (Rotation) - Dominic Andrew - United Kingdom

Dom is one of the funniest engineers you will meet, perhaps as a consequence of his bewilderment as to what stewardesses bring him to fix or how the deck team broke them. He joined yachting in 2017 after a successful career in construction, electronics and telecommunications, before he moved to commercial shipping where a shiny white yacht caught his eye. Having come from the melting pot of Europe, London, Dom has always felt at home surrounded by multiple cultures and busy everyday life. As the Second Engineer, he is responsible for the safety and smooth running of many aspects of the large machinery onboard from the air-conditioning system to fuel pumps and generally does everything that would otherwise make Alex dirty. 

When he’s not tending to the engines, you’ll find him exploring his diverse interests in football, music and investment opportunities.

Second Engineer (Rotation) - Erik Niedermeier - Brazil

Erik is a true seafarer. Born in Brazil, he was raised and homeschooled on a sailing yacht for 7 years of his childhood travelling much of the globe and learning from his father. At university, he studied Computer Engineering before the ocean pulled him back and he bought a sailing yacht of his own. It was during this time that he started to come across large motor yachts and decided it was easier to save money working on a boat than owning one. 

Today he lives with his son and wife, Holly, in Palma, Mallorca. In his rotations off you can find him there, kitesurfing and getting into carpentry or welding projects, building robots or sailing.

ETO (Rotation) - Jozo Siscov - Croatia

Jozo is a highly skilled ETO (Electrical Technical Officer) with extensive experience working on superyachts. Originally from Croatia, Jozo grew up with a passion for technology and engineering, which eventually led him to pursue a career in the marine industry.

Over the years, Jozo has become an expert in his field, with a deep understanding of the complex electrical and electronic systems that power modern superyachts. He is also highly adept at troubleshooting and problem-solving and is always up for a challenge when it comes to repairing or upgrading onboard technology.

In addition to his technical skills, Jozo is also known for his friendly and approachable manner. He enjoys interacting with guests and crew alike and is always happy to answer questions or provide assistance whenever it is needed. Overall, Jozo is an invaluable member of any superyacht crew, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table, alongside a warm and welcoming personality.

ETO (Rotation) - Andrej - Croatia

Andrej is a highly skilled ETO onboard. With his extensive technical knowledge, he is responsible for ensuring that all electrical and electronic systems onboard the yacht are running smoothly, including the all important Wi-Fi system.

Originally hailing from Split, Croatia, Andrej has a deep passion for his hometown and often goes back there during his rotations. He grew up in a family of sailors and has always been fascinated by the intricate workings of boats. His love for technology led him to pursue a career in marine engineering and eventually became an ETO.

Videographer - Stephen Tench - UK

Stephen is a young and adventurous videographer ready to make your experience unforgettable! With his British-Japanese heritage and vibrant personality, Stephen brings a unique blend of cultures and energy onboard.

Born and raised in a quaint town in Oxford, UK, Stephen’s upbringing instilled in him a deep appreciation for the beauty of nature and the importance of exploration which led him to embark on a career in the superyacht industry.

You’ll always see him with a camera in his hand! Capturing the essence of charter guests journey.

Second Officer - Bjorn Fyon - South Africa

Bjorn is a skilled and experienced Second Officer, with a passion for adventure and travel. He brings a positive, can-do attitude to his work, and is always eager to take on new challenges and learn new skills.

With his adventurous spirit, Bjorn is always looking for opportunities to explore new destinations and experience different cultures. He has a keen sense of adventure and loves to push boundaries.

In his role as Second Officer he is responsible for a wide range of duties, including navigation, safety, and maintenance. He takes pride in his work and is always looking for ways to improve the yacht’s performance and efficiency.

Bosun - Brent de Charmoy - South Africa

Brent is high spirited, happy individual who can strike up a conversation with almost anyone.

Growing up in Durban, South Africa Brent has a keen passion for all things outdoors and travelling.When he’s not onboard Loon you’ll find him exploring a new country, from the comfort of a roof-top tent and living off the land (if he can catch anything).

With an infectious smile and a can-do attitude Brent is the perfect person to lead the deck team to excellence and ensure an unforgettable charter experience.

Lead Deckhand - Christian Frederic - South Africa

Don’t be fooled by Chris’s manbun, the young man means business. As a child, he grew up on the water in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, surfing and diving and has become a passionate open water SCUBA Instructor, photographer & outdoorsman. At 23 years old, he is highly experienced and educated, with his Officer of the Watch (OOW) ticket almost under his belt and the goal of one day becoming a Captain. He is an outgoing, and positive individual who likes to lead selflessly, and the biggest gentleman onboard. 

In Chris’s spare time, he returns home to his long-term girlfriend and enjoys tennis, golf and hiking.

Deckhand - Tristan Welby-Cooke - South Africa

Tristan has enough energy to power a yacht and is the crew-appointed Morale Mascot. He is an exceptional freediver and talented surfer from Cape Town whose love for the ocean spurred his career in yachting in 2019. Having worked on 2 of the 3 Loon vessels, he knows the programme like the back of his hand and can be relied on to handle any deck task to the best of his ability whilst having a heap of fun. 

In his spare time, you will find him planning his next adventure, watching the weather, and seeking out the next best surf spot. He also enjoys being outdoors surrounded by his closest friends.

Deckhand - Dylan Mordaunt - South Africa

Like Tristan, Dylan has also worked on 2 of the 3 Loon’s and is a familiar face on the Loon program. He loves to be in the water entertaining guests and engaging in friendly conversation. His friendly and charismatic nature make him a pleasure to have around. 

When he is not on Loon he loves to be outdoors, spending most of his time surfing or catching up with friends.  Dylan was the Deckhand/Videographer on Loon 180′ and has a passion for creating digital imagery. 

You will see him running around with a GoPro in hand capturing the exciting scenes around the boat 

Head Chef (Rotation) - Dean Harrison - Australia

Dean grew up on the Sunshine Coast in a small coastal town called Noosa, Australia, where he worked as a chef from the age of 15 years old.

Dean has been a chef for 17 years and cooking on yachts for the past 13 years. Starting onboard dive boats on the Great Barrier Reef where he acquired his Dive Master.

Influenced by Asian cuisines including Thai, Indonesian, and Vietnamese but also loves to cook what’s called modern Australian.

In his spare time, he free dives the deepest oceans and snowboards the highest mountains, while also travelling to places that intrigue his taste buds.

Head Chef (Rotation) - Nina Wilson - Australia

Nina is an accomplished Australian chef who boasts a decade of experience working on high-end luxury yachts. Prior to her culinary pursuits, she came from a maritime background, having served as a Scuba dive instructor on the Great Barrier Reef and ran sailing flotillas in the Greek Islands. Her culinary journey commenced with training in the United Kingdom.

Nina draws inspiration from her extensive travels, infusing her cooking with the diverse flavors encountered along the way. Proficient in South East Asian, Japanese, and Mexican cuisine, she has recently delved into the ‘New American’ style during her extended stay in the United States.

With an innate desire to share her culinary passion, Nina delights in treating guests to memorable experiences, ranging from lively Beach BBQs to festive Pizza Parties.

Sous Chef - Judy Gilbert - South Africa

Judy grew up on the sunny East coast of South Africa. She comes from a vibrant family with a love of boating and typical South African braai’s.

She is passionate about all things food. Her degree included food technology and she honed her skills through roles as a food product developer in Joburg, a caterer in Scotland and a sous chef in a French ski resort. Through her studies and travels, Judy creates exciting flavour combinations. Her cooking style integrates classic French techniques with modern cuisine and Asian-fusion.

Yachting has merged her love for travel and cooking and she eagerly creates taste sensations for crew and guests alike.

Purser - Maxine Robert - South Africa

Maxine was born and raised in Durban, South Africa. She has always had a love for the ocean – a true water baby. From morning dips in the ocean to lots of fun water activities.

From a young age she has always had a passion for traveling. After getting her degree in Psychology and Business, she decided to get into yachting. It has been 10 years & she still loves every aspect of it.

She has always had a love for yoga which led her to get her teacher training and is now a qualified yoga teacher.

With Max’s bubbly personality you are bound to have a wonderful time onboard Motor Yacht Loon.

Chief Stewardess - Courtney Dalziel - South Africa

Having worked extensively in Luxury hospitality, managing safari lodges in South Africa and luxury expeditions in Antarctica, Courtney’s zest for travel and adventure naturally led her into yachting six years ago.

Passionate about both the outdoors and the interior, she spends much of her spare time exploring the more remote areas of the planet, underwater and on land.

Courtney aims to use her master’s Degree in Sustainable Management to open her luxury eco-lodge in the future and is deeply invested in delivering an outstanding, personal hospitality experience.

Second Stewardess - Ximena - Costa Rica

Ximena (pronounced ‘Hee-meena’) is our vivacious Latina onboard. Born and raised in Costa Rica, she grew up between the city of San Jose, the virgin forests surrounding her family’s farm in Turrialba and the white sand beaches of the country. Whilst many of us might wonder why on earth she left, our common love for travelling and new cultures ends some understanding. She has a colourful background with a degree in Animal Science and a previous career as a private investigator for Amazon.

 In 2018, she decided her attention to detail, love for organizing and warm personality were better suited to hospitality which brought her to yachting. Courtney considers her the team’s Marie Kondo and her partner in grime. Ximena is passionate about animals, especially dogs, which is why she makes it a priority to visit her 5 dogs back home every time she can.

Head of Housekeeping / Third Stewardess - Sonja Ingram - Canada

Sonja was born in Toronto Ontario, Canada. She completed a degree in criminology and psychology at the university of Western Ontario.

She has been in the yachting industry for seven years and has had the opportunity to visit some extremely remote places. Her favourite place she’s ever visited is Papua New Guinea. In her spare time she enjoys diving, hiking and spending time outdoors whenever she can.

Stewardess/Spa - Natalia Niznik - British / Polish

Natalia grew up in Poland but after finishing at Hotel Management school she moved to Edinburgh in Scotland where she lived for 11 years.

While working in a spa she discovered her passion for giving massages and other beauty treatments so she studied and graduated from an Edinburgh college. She decided to continue working as a beauty therapist while exploring the world so she began her journey in the yachting industry! 

Stewardess/Spa - Klara Holubov - Czech Republic

Klara is the calm sea breeze to our interior team. Whilst she originally comes from the Czech Republic, she is a woman of the world. Before joining yachting early in 2023, she spent 5 years travelling and volunteering in Malaysia, New Zealand and Central America before becoming a qualified Spa Therapist and working and living in a 5-star resort in Canada for 3 years.

Whilst Loon is her first programme, she brings with her a wealth of housekeeping knowledge and has made a sanctuary out of the spa for all guests to enjoy. She specializes in Signature and Hot Stone Massages and Organic Facials.

In her spare time Klara recharges her batteries diving, hiking, exploring new places and immersing herself in new cultures..

If you are a crew member interested in working on board Loon, please email your CV to [email protected]

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LOON Yacht – Unforgettable Journey $24 Million Superyacht

This award-nominee superyacht is one of the ten largest private yachts built in the United States in the past 50 years. 

LOON became the first largest ship built by the American shipyard and the first hull of the Newcastle 5500 series. 

LOON Yacht Interior

The LOON yacht interior design was penned by Claudette Bonville Associates. 

Her interior is styled with luxurious woods, including sophisticated African more, wool, and silk fixtures. She has a warm yet bright color scheme giving her a cozy ambiance. 

The interior designer is known for paying attention to detail and this superyacht is not the exception. One of her best attributes is her panoramic sky lounge which can host up to 100 guests. 

LOON can accommodate up to 12 guests across six luxury staterooms, including one master suite, one VIP cabin, and four double cabins. She can also carry 14 crew members on board. 

Each cabin is designed to have private bathroom facilities, a closet, and entertainment systems. LOON features an elevator that connects all the staterooms. 

The American yacht features an exceptional collection of toys such as wave runners, waterskis, wakeboards, bananas, doughnuts, inflatable trampolines, kayaks, sea bobs, waterslides, inflatable water toys, and snorkeling equipment. 

When it comes to entertainment and connectivity, the LOON yacht has you covered with a jacuzzi, gym, beach club, swimming pool, wet bar, air-conditioning, iPod docking, satellite TV, and WIFI. 

LOON Yacht Exterior

Both the LOON yacht exterior and naval architecture were designed by Murray & Associates. 

She is built with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure, featuring a tri-deck made out of Teak. 

For more comfort and security, she has an advanced stabilization system that reduces the roll motion while at anchor.

She is equipped with two tenders, including a 9.75m (32ft) Intrepid Tender. 

LOON Yacht Specifications

The LOON is a 55.0m yacht with a beam of 10.36m, a draft of 3.5m, and a gross tonnage of 1,100. She is powered by twin Caterpillar diesel engines (2,818HP).

She comfortably cruises at 12 knots but has a top speed of 15 knots with a range of 4,500 nautical miles.

This vessel currently sails under the Cayman Islands flag and is part of the top 10% LOA in the world.

She has a water sports program led by Paul Clarke, the captain of the LOON, who is also a pro kite surfer. 

To make the experience even more luxurious, she offers Michelin-level menus and drinks. 

The LOON yacht is also a PADI Certified Training Centre and has two nominations for her unique design. 

She was nominated for Best Displacement Motor Yacht of 500GT to 1,299GT at The World Superyacht Awards 2012 and for Naval Architecture Award: Motor Yachts at The ShowBoats Design Awards 2012. 

According to the official website , the LOON yacht is now the most popular charter yacht in the Caribbean. 

Her summer cruising regions are Croatia, France, Italy, Monaco, Montenegro, Turkey, Amalfi Coast, Corsica, French Riviera, and Sardinia. 

From May to September, the weekly rates can go from 325,000 to 350,000 EUR plus expenses. 

Antigua, Bahamas, Saint Martin, St. Barts, and the Virgin Islands are the winter locations. The rates during this season go from $325,000 to $400,000 per week. 

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68m Icon Yachts superyacht Loon joins market

The 67.5-metre Icon Yachts superyacht Loon has joined the market with Jim McConville of Merle Wood & Associates.

Designed by British studio RWD , with interior by Studio Linse , the steel and aluminium motor yacht, delivered by Icon Yachts in 2010 and refitted in 2020, has built up an enviable charter reputation, the broker reporting over $13 million in gross revenues in 18 months.

Accommodation is bright and airy with a seven-cabin layout for up to 13 guests. A duplex owner's suite with a 180-degree viewing lounge and private terrace has proved to be very popular. The VIP is located on the upper deck with the remaining guest cabins on the lower deck.

Features abound, a highlight being the raised main deck pool with panels of glass allowing light to filter through and illuminate the beach club below, where a bar, gym and massage room are located. The boat was extended by five metres in 2014 by Icon Yachts, enlarging the beach club considerably.

One unusual people-flow design highlight is that the beach club is directly accessible from the lower deck guests cabins, avoiding dripping through the saloon and negotiating staircases in wet swimwear. Guests can walk out of their cabins straight towards the sea, via the beach club aft.

The 1,295GT yacht for sale is powered by twin MTU diesels, totalling 4,960hp, giving her a top speed of 16 knots, cruising speed of 12.5 knots and range of 6,000 nautical miles. Tenders are stowed in a garage forward keeping the decks clear.

Lying in the Western Mediterranean, Loon is asking $47,500,000. VAT is paid.

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American tycoon Craig Leipold owns Loon superyacht-

Born in Wisconsin in 1952, Craig Leipold has a net worth of $3.6 billion, with most of his wealth stemming from his ventures in the sports and healthcare industries. The owner of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild grew up in a business-oriented family. Before making a name for himself in professional ice hockey, he found success with his telemarketing firm, Ameritel Corporation, and Rainfair Corporation, a protective clothing manufacturer. A graduate of Hendrix College with a degree in Political Science, Leipold obtained his first NHL franchise in 1997. The father of five boys is married to heiress Helen Johnson, who hails from one of America’s wealthiest families. Together, Craig and Helen have generously donated to community development and numerous causes, actively supporting their local community in Minnesota.

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2010   Icon Yachts    221ft  /  67.5m

LOON Yacht Charter

LOON currently registered in the Netherlands is actively available for charter in several cruising destinations.

The luxury motor yacht LOON was built by Icon Yachts and delivered to her owner in 2010, she later underwent a refit in 2020.

The exterior of LOON is designed by Redman Whiteley Dixon.

The 221ft / 67.5m LOON has been constructed with a steel hull and is powered by 2 x MTU (2,480HP) with a cruising speed of 13 knots.

Charter guest accommodation

LOON has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 14 charter guests in 7 suites.

The guest cabins comprise a primary suite with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, 3 cabins with a twin bed and en-suite bathroom facilities and 3 cabins with a queen size bed and en-suite bathroom facilities.

Your luxury charter crew

Your luxury charter on board motor yacht LOON will be managed by the crew of 18 including the captain.

The crew will ensure you have a relaxed and enjoyable charter experience with all of your needs catered for while on board.

The 18 crew have their own separate crew quarters allowing guests to enjoy increased levels of privacy.

Amenities & Entertainment

Amenities on board for the charter guests include Air Conditioning, Beach club, Exercise equipment, Big game fishing gear, Gym, Indoor audio system, iPod dock, Jacuzzi on deck, Satellite TV, Sauna, Spa, Stabilizers At Anchor, Sun pads, Sun loungers, Swim platform, Swimming pool, TV all cabins, TV saloon and Wi-Fi.

An extensive list of further amenities and water toys can be seen under the features and amenities section.

Yacht charter destinations

LOON is Currently cruising in the Caribbean, the East Mediterranean and the West Mediterranean.

Sample itineraries for the cruising destinations can be supplied by your professional charter broker allowing you to plan your luxury yacht charter vacation in detail.

• Windward Islands
• Leeward Islands
• Turks Caicos
• Leeward Antilles

East Mediterranean

West mediterranean.

• French Riviera
• South of France
• Air Conditioning
• Exercise equipment
• Big game fishing gear
• Indoor audio system
• Jacuzzi on deck
• Satellite TV
• Stabilizers At Anchor
• Sun loungers
• Swim platform
• Swimming pool
• TV all cabins
• Inflatable Watertoys
• Beach games
• Jet Skis (standup)
• Kite board equipment
• Paddleboards
• Tube - towable
• Water skis - adult
• Crew certified
• Snorkeling Gear
• 1x 7.2m 2022 Super Air Nautique Ski Boat
• 1x 7.5m 2022 X-Craft Beach Lander
• 1x MOB Beach Drop-off Tender

Paul Clarke

Growing up in Australia and Bermuda Paul spent most of his youth on the water sailing competitively taking part in some of the biggest sailing regattas in the world. In 2002 Paul joined the yachting industry as a Bosun on a 50m Perini Navi sailing yacht and decided yachting is where he wanted to be. Working hard over the next few years Paul got his first captains’ position in 2007 and has been the captain on many different yachts from the 130’ Westport Redemption to the 155’ Perini Navi sailing yacht Helios. When Paul isn’t at work he is still out on the water Spearfishing.

Tyler Viljioen

Tyler was born in East London, South Africa. Growing up on the east coast of Africa is where his passion for the ocean was formed. Any chance he gets he is on a board whether it be surfing, skurfing or wakeboarding. He Started yachting fresh out of high school on some great yachts that travelled extensively. He got his OOW (officer of watch) certificate after his first yacht and over the years he continued to upgrade his qualifications to Chief Mate. At the young age of 26 he was already a chief mate on a well know 60m charter vessel. Tyler started out on the very first Loon as the Bosun for 2 years and has now come back as our chief officer. Knowing the program really well you are guaranteed to have an unforgettable holiday.

Ross Clarke

Ross grew up in England, in a small town called Leighton buzzard. He soon realized once he had finished his studies in mechanical engineering that there were better places in the world suited for him, and it was then when he became a dive instructor in the south pacific. From there he grew a love for boats and the ocean. Since then he has traveled to many different places around the world on yachts including the south pacific, Mediterranean, Africa and the USA. Ross has recently been in school completing his Y1 engineering, which is a great accomplishment.

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Henro De Vos

Hendrick (Roo), is from a small beach town on the East coast… East coast of South Africa that is! He grew up in the Bluff, South Africa where he developed his love of the sea and all things encompassing. Roo is a really keen body boarder who also loves to scuba dive, free dive, spear fish and anything that can take him on an adventure. Roo has recently completed his OOW (Officer of Watch) and is eager to keep growing with the industry and one day captain his own vessel. His greatest hobby is Scuba diving and loves to take guests to experience it with him.

Blair Van Breda

Blair, like many of the crew, comes from the coastal town of Durban, South Africa. From a young age he had a passion for photography and videography as you will see him never without a camera in hand. In his free time he is on the water kitesurfing and fishing at any opportunity. Fun fact, Blair holds the record for the highest kite boarding jump on board out of the crew.

Tristan Welby-Cooke

Tristan is a young gun who grew up in Cape Town and has a huge love for the ocean, which is what got him into yachting as it was his opportunity to be in the water as a profession. He is an avid surfer and hopes to one day travel around to the best surfing destinations in the world. He also enjoys being in the outdoors surrounded by his closest friends, which you’ll probably see are the deck crew on board as they’re thick as thieves.

Dean Harriso

Dean grew up on the Sunshine Coast in a small coastal town called Noosa, Australia, where he worked as a chef from the age of 15 years old. Dean has been a chef for 17 years and cooking on yachts the past 13 years. Starting onboard dive boats on the Great Barrier Reef where he acquired his Dive Master. Influenced by Asian cuisines including Thai, Indonesian, Vietnamese but also loves to cook what’s called modern Australian. In his spare time, he free dives the deepest oceans and snowboards the highest mountains, while also travelling to places that intrigue his taste buds.

Alex is no stranger when it comes to being surrounded by beautiful food and creating lasting memoires. At the age of 12 her grandmother gave her a personalized cookbook that she has kept over the years adding her own special recipes to it. Her grandfather and father owned their own butchery where she used to work as a young girl and it was then she developed her passion for food. Alex constantly keeps us nourished as her approach to cooking is healthy, holistic, fun and vibrant and you can definitely taste it.

Maxine Robert

Maxine was born and raised in Durban, South Africa. She has always had a love for the ocean – a true water baby. From morning dips in the ocean, and fun water activities. From a young age she has always had a passion for traveling. After getting her degree in Psychology and Business, she decided to get into yachting. It has been 10 years & she still loves every aspect of it. She has always had a love for yoga which led her to get her teacher training and is now a qualified yoga teacher. With Max’s bubbly personality you are bound to have a wonderful time onboard Motor Yacht Loon.

Fiona Lewis

Fiona was born and raised in York, England where she completed her Sport and Exercise Science degree. One of her personal training clients suggested she work as a stew/PT on yachts. Being someone who loves to travel she thought why not. This led her to join yachting and the rest is history. She has now been in yachting for 7 years travelling all over the world on the high seas including remote places such as Patagonia, Antarctica and Ushuaia. From the mountain slopes to the ocean, she loves an outdoor activity. You’re always sure to see Fi smiling and making sure you have an optimal experience onboard Loon.

Marguerite Snyman

Marguerite grew up on the sunny South coast of South Africa. After completing her honors degree in Advertising, she traded in her books for flip flops and traveled and taught English in Vietnam. After that she worked in a design and social media company in the beautiful beach town called Ballito along the east coast of South Africa. Being an adventurer, she just couldn’t stay settled and left her job to join the yachting industry. Loon is her first yacht, and she is now fully immersed and loving every aspect of it. Marguerite loves wellness, people, food, nature and is always smiling.

Paige Gafney

Paige is an adventurous, independent and dedicated individual. She is new to the yachting industry but is very motivated to learn new skills and push herself to do her best in anything she sets out to achieve. Paige loves being around new people and has a love for travel. In her previous career of Fashion it allowed her to learn time management, creativity and multi-tasking.

Klara Holubova

Klara is from the Czech Republic. She is a very cheerful, friendly, optimistic, energetic person who loves to learn new things. She is new to yachting and Loon is her very first boat. Klara worked as a Massage practitioner in a 5-star spa on the west coast of Canada for 2 years before joining us. She specializes in Signature Massages, Organic Facials and Massages with Hot Stones.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much to charter loon.

LOON has a weekly charter price starting at $550,000 and an estimated daily charter price of $91,700.

How many guests on board LOON?

LOON can accommodate 14 sleeping guests on board in 7 cabins.

Where is LOON currently located?

LOON was last seen in Corsica & Sardinia.

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