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Take your next party to the high seas with a party boat rental in NYC designed for the ultimate celebration. Perfect for intimate gatherings with up to six guests, your party will enjoy spacious deck seating that is both roomy and comfortable – ensuring that you won’t feel cramped or lost in the midst of your celebration. The center table makes sharing cake and party platters a breeze. Embark on a five-star experience with professional crew providing your party with attentive service, ensuring that every detail is executed flawlessly. Don’t worry about struggling with a moving vessel; this is not just a guy with a boat or an Airbnb rental with hidden cleaning chores or sneaky service fees. This charter boat for party includes experienced crew, freeing you to celebrate in style. Sit back, sip on a chilled glass of bubbly, and let the magic of being together unfold.

Perfect Size for the Perfect Celebration: Small Party Boat Rental

In a world where intimate gatherings are the new standard of entertaining, small parties are preferred for their curated moments and the personal touches that simply cannot be matched. Plus, with a party boat hire, you won’t have to ask friends twice, especially if it’s a party yacht rental in NYC. With your next soirée, relax and enjoy your closest friends and family. Create memories to last a lifetime.

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Elevate your party game. Enjoy the finest cuisine while taking in breathtaking views of the city. Party decorations services are available, but aren’t required. The expansive open-air deck provides an immersive show complete with impressive sights such as the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Governors Island, Brooklyn Bridge, and more. After the sun sets, the yacht is surrounded by glittering lights – a magical atmosphere that is sure to enchant all who step aboard. Whether you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion or simply want to experience the finest things in life, this party boat rental in New York is the perfect setting.

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Prestige offers boat charters in the New York City Metro Area for parties of 2 to 1,200 people. With over 30 boats in our fleet, we provide a wide selection of charters for any occasion.

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Yacht weddings offer unique advantages to the bride & groom. Yacht Charters offer Romantic Settings & On board ceremonies, as well as options for traditional seated dinners or more stylized cocktail style entertaining. Whatever you choose a nautical wedding will be remembered for lifetime.

NYC Dinner Cruises

Dine aboard a luxury yacht and savor the views of the NYC skyline. We have many yachts available to charter for groups of anywhere from 2 to over 1000 guests. Breathtaking NYC skyline views combine with first rate cuisine for an unforgettable dinner cruise experience.

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See our New York Harbor cruise and entertainment package and our NY and NJ Corporate dinner cruise package. Prestige Yacht Charters of New York offers affordability and flexibility for your special nautical event.

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A party sailboat is the ultimate blend of thrill, breathtaking views, with a touch of classic elegance. Imagine the wind in your hair, the sun on your face, and a glass of champagne in hand as you and your guests embark on a journey of celebration. This private yacht party NYC takes ease to a whole new level – with everything you need already onboard, from bubbly to beer, catering, decorations, and even a delectable cake to for the perfect celebration.

Sailabrate Good Times Triple-Lounge Party Perfection!

This party yacht charter has not just one lounge, not two, but three! With spacious areas like the sun pad, deck lounge, and a cabin lounge with table seating for six, there’s plenty of room for to spread out and soak in the good times. Birthdays, bachelor or bachelorette bashes, graduations, team-building, corporate celebrations, and personal milestones – this New York sailboat rental is ideal for any festivity. First-class planning and concierge service ensure that every detail is perfect, while the professional captain and crew provide attention to each guest, making your celebration an unforgettable voyage on the high seas.

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starting at $660 Catch the Golden Hour on a sunset sailboat cruise. Grab front row seats to nature’s light show, and immerse yourself in the colors of the sky and water. Enjoy a luxury sunset sailing experience.

starting at $600 Best night out! Enjoy the skyline’s million lights on a private sailboat charter. City lights cruise NYC with champagne and catering.

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We are a leading provider of luxury yacht rental experiences in New York and its surrounding areas. Our expertise and dedication to service is what sets us apart. NYCbyWaters goal is to provide the best yacht rental experience possible, and we go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations as evident by our many 5 star reviews! With our selection of yacht rentals NYCbyWater has the perfect yacht for everyone, whether it’s a luxurious NYC vacation or a VIP event on the water.

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Our yachts offers Bluetooth connection, fully loaded JL Audio surround sound system with subwoofer, four television sets and is equipped with the finest interior design for your best experience.

Our yachts is also equipped with 2 separate cabins with en-suite showers, a full kitchen, espresso machine, two refrigerators and Wi-Fi

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Charter a Private Yacht for Your Next Party

With years of experience in nautical events, we bring events to life by listening to the needs of our clients, thorough event planning and flawless execution. our upscale cruises run along the ny harbor, the hudson river, the east river and the long island sound, making for a memorable evening, social event yacht charter.

With years of experience in hosting nautical events, we specialize in thorough party planning and flawless execution of chic celebrations and upscale cruises. Our private yacht charters are custom-tailored to fit your needs and desires. Manhattan Steamboat offers private evening or day cruises through the amazing NY Harbor, up the Hudson River or on the LI Sound.

Host Your Event With Aqua Azul

Need some inspiration for your private yacht charter in NYC? The Aqua Azul has hosted every type of celebration under the sun. From anniversaries, to birthdays, school reunions, engagement parties, casino cruises, wine tastings, clam bakes, 4th of July celebrations, summer BBQs, and more - we've done it all.

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30 minutes boarding time and 30 minutes disembarkation time

Superb cuisine catered to your taste by the yacht’s executive chef

Cocktail hour immediately after boarding

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Complimentary greeting of guests with wine and sparkling water upon boarding

Open bar for the duration of the cruise until dockage

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On board flat screen TVs to play a slideshow

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House silk orchid arrangements at no additional charge

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Classic Harbor Line’s private yacht rental in NYC is an unparalleled experience of luxury and elegance on the waters of New York. Whether you’re planning a corporate event, celebrating a special occasion like a New York wedding cruise, or simply seeking an unforgettable New York adventure, our fleet of meticulously restored yachts offers the perfect setting for your private charter boat events. Our New York boat rentals are a unique event space in New York City that will dazzle your clients, employees, friends, or family.

Classic Harbor Line Private Yacht Charter Options:

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Corporate Events: Impress clients, reward employees, or host a company retreat on the shimmering waters of New York City. Our private boat charters in NYC provide an exquisite venue for seminars, team-building activities, product launches, and more. Experience the synergy of business and pleasure amidst breathtaking cityscapes on your NY boat charter.

Special Celebrations: From birthday parties on a yacht in NYC to anniversaries, engagements, and class reunions, create lasting memories with friends and family on your private charter boat events. When you charter a yacht in NYC, you have the perfect canvas for creating the celebration of your dreams, whether it’s for sweet sixteens, bar and bat mitzvahs, or whatever fun event you’re planning with friends and family.

Out-of-Town Guests: A yacht party rental in NYC allows you to showcase the city to your out-of-town visitors with a leisurely private boat cruise of NYC that takes them from the bustling piers to the serene Palisades along the Hudson River. An NYC yacht rental will treat them to an enchanting tour of New York’s skyline, bridges, and landmarks from the comfort of our luxurious yachts.

Wedding Parties: Host your NYC wedding aboard one of our classic yachts. Elevate your special day to new heights by exchanging vows under the Brooklyn Bridge or in front of the Statue of Liberty and cruise NY Harbor with the NYC Skyline as your backdrop. Bask in the romantic ambiance throughout your NYC wedding cruise enjoying unparalleled views that will make your wedding album truly unforgettable.

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An NYC yacht rental lets you see all the sights NYC has to offer from the perspective of the water. Not only is a private boat charter in NYC a unique event space, but it is the best way to host a party.

Yacht Options

When you charter a boat, you’re able to choose from our carefully curated fleet, each yacht exuding its unique charm and character. From the timeless design of the Schooner Adirondack to the modern elegance of the Manhattan Elite, we offer a range of vessels for your NYC boat rental that is tailored to your preferences and group size. Our yachts in NYC feature spacious decks, luxurious seating, and amenities that ensure your comfort throughout your private boat charter in NYC.

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The Yacht Manhattan >> NEW YORK, NY

This gorgeous, buff-hulled 80-foot, 1920s-style yacht offers elegance and comfort, wrapped in turn-of-the-century tradition. She is equipped with teak decks and mahogany trim. Her spectacular cabin features an all-glass observatory, cushioned seating, conversation- friendly tables, and a well appointed bar; all of which provide you and your guests with stunning panoramic views within climate-controlled comfort.

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The Yacht Manhattan II >> NEW YORK, NY

This epic, white-hulled 100-foot long and 22-foot beam yacht echoes everything that the first Yacht Manhattan is, but with more space, more glass and more accommodations. Manhattan II’s 1920s-inspired design continues with her hull shape and fine features, including teak decks and mahogany finishes.

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The Schooner Adirondack >> NEW YORK, NY

This elegant, 80-foot, 1890s-style pilot schooner is a gem in New York Harbor. Schooner Adirondack has been sailing in the New York City Harbor since the fall of 1999. She has entertained thousands of NYC visitors and locals, and has attracted a large, and growing, number of passionate regulars who can’t stop coming back for more.

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The Schooner America 2.0 >> NEW YORK, NY & KEY WEST, FL

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The Yacht Kingston >> NEW YORK, NY

This white-hulled, fan-tailed, plumb-bowed mini-yacht is a real charm in the Classic Harbor Line fleet. Certified for up to 49 guests, we are accustomed to hosting no more than 32 or her special, intimate tours and excursions.

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The Yacht Full Moon >> NEW YORK, NY

The Yacht Full Moon is a Grebe Yacht: What is a Grebe Yacht? Henry C. Grebe & Company was the successor to Great Lakes Boat Building, which had started in Milwaukee in 1915 and moved to Chicago in 1921. Grebe was famous for the style and quality of the leisure yachts he designed and built. It was located on the west side of the North Branch of the Chicago River, just north of the West Belmont Avenue Bridge.

Catering Options

Need a private NYC dinner cruise for your office gathering? We offer complete banquet and food service needs from fabulous brunches and lunches to robust passed hors d’oeuvres menus that elevate networking or celebratory events. Our team of chefs can easily facilitate vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free requests. We also have a deck of sustainable menus for the environmentally savvy event planner as an option for your next NYC private yacht event.

Sailing Routes

Your private yacht rental in NYC allows you to discover the city from new perspectives as our experienced captains guide you through the waterways. During your New York boat charter, your party will cruise along the Hudson River, passing the Palisades and enjoying the tranquility of nature within the heart of the city. Alternatively, embark on an exhilarating journey through New York Harbor, where the Statue of Liberty stands as a symbol of freedom and exploration.

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Ready to embark on an unforgettable private boat party in NYC? Contact our dedicated event planners to discuss your NYC private yacht charter needs. Let us create an experience that exceeds your expectations and leaves you with memories to cherish for a lifetime.

Introducing Unity, our private yacht with a capacity of 30 guests, offering intimate sailing experiences in the vibrant NYC harbor. Enjoy stunning views of iconic landmarks and personalized service as you cruise the waters. Perfect for private events or special occasions, Unity provides a unique and memorable way to explore the city. Book your charter today for a journey of unity, relaxation, and fun on the waters of the Big Apple.

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Private boat rental.

Sharing is great, but our private rentals reserve the boat exclusively to you and your guests.

Tables & Seating

We include tables and seating at no additional cost.

Captain & Crew

Every rental includes an experienced captain, boat manager, crew members, and bartenders.

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Maximum capacity.

can accommodate a maximum standing capacity of 30 passengers.

Seating Capacity

The Cosmo can seat up to 80 guests and is equipped with tables, chairs, and white tablecloth linens.

This vessel offers 2 decks- 1 indoor deck(s) and 1 spacious outdoor deck(s)

Service Bars

Unity offers 1 service bar(s), available to serve beverages, cash bars, or open bars

Audio & Video System

We can offer plug-and-play access to our display monitors and multi-level bluetooth friendly speaker system

All indoor decks are climate controlled keeping guests warm in the cold season and cool in the summer.

Unity Rental Pricing

Unity rental add-ons, premium open bar +$40.00 / person.

Your guests will be able to enjoy of beers, wines, and cocktails during our cruise time.

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This package requires all guests to be 21+ of age

Top-shelf Open Bar +$50.00 / person

Include even more selection at the bar for your guests to indulge during our cruise time.

Appetizers +$5 / person

If you'd like, you can add appetizers to the included catering!

Audio & Video System +$400

We can offer plug-and-play access to our multi-level speaker system and display monitors.

Event Photographer Starting at $1,500

Our event photographers are experts at engaging and capturing candid moments and highlights of your event.

Live DJ Entertainment +$1,000

Our experienced DJs can entertain to all kinds of events and spin to all genres.

Party Photobooth +$1,000

Have your guests enjoy of taking pictures with fun props and festive backgrounds!

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Experience New York’s most unique event venues! City Cruises offers all-inclusive packages, chef-prepared menus, full bar options, and entertainment customized to fit your needs.

For groups of 20 or more, contact us . For groups under 20, book now . Unique group tours and experiences are also available in select cities.

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Imagine hosting an event on the East and Hudson Rivers, surrounded by stunning scenic views of Manhattan’s iconic skyline, and more with a unique ambiance and sense of adventure. A floating venue offers the perfect blend of creativity, personalization, convenience, and flexibility that’s both a memorable and one-of-a-kind experience!

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It was just amazing to work with your team. Our guests were floored by the experience. The views going out during the day and coming back at night made the 2.5 hours go by quickly, with everyone being entertained the whole time. Our DJ did an awesome job with our requests, and the food, bartenders, and crew were top-notch!

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City Cruises offers complimentary, expert event coordinators for groups of 20 or more to ensure perfection tailored to your budget and creative vision. Our custom chef-prepared menus, creative cocktails, well-orchestrated vendor coordination, and entertainment offerings will keep guests engaged and entertained.

What a fun, unique experience! It was easy to book online. Our account manager and onboard contact were amazing! The food was really, really good. Several colleagues commented on how tasty lunch was. The whole crew was polite and easy to work with. Best holiday party ever—we loved it!

Bring Everyone Together

The vibrant environment of a yacht fosters exclusivity and intimacy, allowing guests to mingle and connect freely. With safety and security in a controlled environment, guests can fully immerse themselves in shared activities, enjoying peace of mind throughout the event.

My birthday brunch cruise was the absolute best. The vessel is beautiful, and the service from start to finish was superb. The food, spread out in stations to avoid overcrowding, was perfect. The free-flowing champagne was a hit. Several of my guests are planning to book for their upcoming events! We had a wonderful time.

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Experience NYC Luxury Yachting As You Sail Through The Beautiful Waters Of New York Harbor.

The Cloud Nine III is a 95 foot, custom built luxury yacht with all the amenities of a fine ship. The main Dining Room floor has a full service bar, and seating for 75 guests.

Cloud 9 III luxury Yacht

The Cloud Nine IV is an elegant venue for up to 150 guests, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views and a spacious dining room with eight-foot ceilings.

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New Years Eve

Step into an evening of elegance on the luxurious Yacht Cloud Nine NYC. Celebrate New Year's Eve with front-row seats to the breathtaking fireworks display

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Take a look at previous cruises. Stunning ocean views, exquisite dining, imaginative themes, and unforgettable moments. Discover how they celebrated before and get inspired.

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Our gourmet chef provides a personalized menu with exquisite appetizers like artisanal cheeses and seasonal salads, plus delicious dessert.  all tailored specifically to your tastes and preference.   

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Wedding Receptions

Elevate your wedding reception with Cloud 9 Luxury Yachts. Enjoy a custom bridal suite, professional lighting, ethnic food stations, and drinks. Treat your guests elegantly

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Rehearsal Dinners

Make your rehearsal dinner an extraordinary event with Cloud Nine yacht rentals. Our luxury yachts offer breathtaking views. gourmet food and exceptional beverages.

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Corporate Meetings

Elevate your next corporate meeting with a luxurious experience aboard the Cloud9 yacht. Our exceptional setting ensures your event will be memorable and highly productive.

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Bar/Bat Mitzvahs

Transform your child's Bar or Bat Mitzvah into an unforgettable experience with Cloud9 yacht charters. Our luxury yachts provide a stunning setting with nice views.

Sweet Sixteens

Turn your Sweet 16 into an extraordinary event with Cloud9 Charters. we offer a distinctive atmosphere, complete with an enchanting underlit dance floor

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Bridal Showers

Host a luxurious bridal shower aboard Cloud 9's stunning yachts, where guests can enjoy a scenic cruise, gourmet food, and personalized décor

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Graduation Parties

Cloud Nine provides luxurious yacht charters that transform graduation parties into unforgettable events, creating lasting memories for you and your guests.

Anniversaries

Celebrate your anniversary aboard a luxury yacht from Cloud9 Charters. Our elegant vessels offer the perfect setting for a unique and unforgettable celebration and an experience of a lifetime!

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Birthday Parties

Cruising around the majestic New York Harbor on one of our beautiful Charter Yachts and Dinner Cruise Boats will surely take the sting out of turning a oneyear older.

Birthdays cruise

July 4th Cruise

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The captain and crew of Imagine Yacht Charters strive to provide the best private yacht charter rental in the New York Harbor. We’re proud to have been voted one of the Top Charters in the New York area in 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019 and maintain a 5-star rating with Trip Advisor. Safety is the top priority of the captain and crew aboard Imagine; our experience combined exceeds 35 years and each member of our crew is coast guard licensed. Our yacht features the latest in safety technology to ensure the safest and most enjoyable yacht charter in the New York City Harbor.

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Inside jeff bezos and lauren sanchez’s hot yacht summer with kim kardashian, leo & more.

If Jeff Bezos’ and Lauren Sánchez’ hot yacht summer were a movie, it would be a mashup of “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Eat Pray Love” and “The Perfect Storm” — and the season’s not over yet.

The 60-year-old billionaire and his fiancée, 54, are sailing the Mediterranean again this summer on Bezos’ $485 million yacht Koru , which features a sultry figurehead on the prow that looks an awful lot like Sánchez.

They’ve cruised to Greece, Italy and Spain, with a pit stop Wednesday on the secluded island of Menorca in the Balearics, where they took refuge — along with some other expensive yachts — from a low-pressure storm called Dana.

Bezos and Sánchez have been accompanied on the 417-ft Koru by their support yacht, Abeona , which holds their water toys and a fleet of A-list guests who have included Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom, Leonardo DiCaprio and his 25-year-old Italian supermodel girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti, and others.

“They’re the flavor of the month in the Med,” said a longtime entertainment exec just back from a month in the South of France.

“For a while it was the Russians, and way back in the day it was Ari [Onassis] and Maria [Callas] on the [yacht] Christina. But the Russians like Roman Abramovich are pretty much gone now. There’s always a new wave,” the exec said. “[Sánchez] seems tacky but I’ve heard she’s very nice and Bezos adores her. Is she ever going to look like Babe Paley? Not in this lifetime.”

The exec also pointed out that the Koru is more than 100 feet longer than Barry Diller’s yacht, which measures just over 300 feet — but not as big as David Geffen’s 453-foot vessel — saying billionaires often have “aquatic penis envy.”

The world’s second-richest couple channeled their inner Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck in Rome on Tuesday when they shared a passionate kiss in front of the famed Trevi Fountain, seemingly oblivious to the hordes of tourists.

Bezos, in a fitted golf shirt, navy pants and boating shoes, and Sánchez, in a red halter minidress and peep-toe heels, also joined the crowd in the time-honored tradition of tossing money into the fountain with their right hands.

Oh, to know what they wished for.

Later they held hands and walked down cobblestone streets to their dinner destination, Pierluigi, where photographers snapped them dining on white wine, salad and bread at a table containing a singular red rose.

The couple took a bit of a solemn detour on land on Thursday when they swung by the Vatican for a visit with 87-year-old Pope Francis.

“He reminded us not to take life too seriously, a simple yet powerful reminder to keep lightness in our hearts,” Sanchez wrote on social media.

Bezos and Sánchez began their summer in June island-hopping in Greece with a rare appearance by Bezos’ 19-year-old son Preston, who Bezos shares with his ex-wife Mackenzie Scott.

Kim Kardashian then joined them, zipping around the Med on jetskis . At one point Kardashian and an unidentified blonde rode her jetski as they took selfies.

The “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” alum has been tight with Sánchez and Bezos for a couple of years,  going on a double date  in 2022 and  attending a Beyoncé concert  in 2023.

In September 2023, the trio  had dinner together in New York City , joined by Nicky Hilton.

The “Kardashians” star made it clear that Sánchez is  part of her inner circle  when she celebrated her birthday in a Season 5 episode.

Meanwhile, Bezos and Sánchez were also spotted on their own in Greece on the island of Hydra, walking hand-in-hand on the seafront. They popped up next on Mykonos and from there it was on to Pserimos, famed for its beaches.

July saw them jet to Sun Valley, Idaho, for the town’s namesake financial conference attended by billionaires.

Last weekend, the pair pulled up on the island of Sardinia with Perry, Bloom, DiCaprio and Ceretti. The celebs came to shore on one of Bezos’ smaller boats for lunch at a high-end beach resort before heading back to Koru.

Bloom and Perry — who started  their own month-long vacation in France  — also vacationed with Bezos and Sánchez  around this time last year. In August 2023, the foursome was spotted walking around Dubrovnik, Croatia, with Usher.

DiCaprio and Bezos have  been “really close friends” for years,  with a source previously telling Page Six they often vacation together and find “common ground in the  fight against climate change  and their work in environmental activism.”

Koru ranks as the planet’s thirty-second largest yacht and costs about $25 million to operate annually. The vessel can accommodate 18 guests and requires a crew of 40 sailors to manage its amenities.

Its three huge, 229-foot masts power it to 20 knots. It’s also the biggest billionaire’s yacht which can move under sail power alone.

Bezos and Sánchez recently relocated from Seattle to Indian Creek Island in Miami, where Bezos bought three mansions for about $237 million — surely a nice home if you’ve got to be on land.

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As bodies were recovered, the authorities and experts wondered how a $40 million, stable and secure vessel could have sunk so quickly.

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By Emma Bubola and Michael J. de la Merced

Emma Bubola reported from Porticello, Italy, and Michael J. de la Merced from London.

Two months after being cleared in a bruising legal battle over fraud charges, the British tech mogul Mike Lynch celebrated his freedom with a cruise. He invited his family, friends and part of his legal team on board his luxury sailing yacht, a majestic 180-foot vessel named Bayesian after the mathematical theorem around which he had built his empire.

On Sunday night, after a tour of the Gulf of Naples, including Capri, and volcanic islands in the Eolian archipelago, the boat anchored half a mile off the Sicilian coast in Porticello, Italy. It chose a stretch of water favored by the Phoenicians thousands of years ago for its protection from the mistral wind and, in more recent times, by the yachts of tech billionaires. The boat was lit “like a Christmas tree,” local residents said, standing out against the full moon.

But about 4 a.m., calamity unfolded. A violent and fast storm hit the area with some of the strongest winds locals said they had ever felt. Fabio Cefalù, a fisherman, said he saw a flare pierce the darkness shortly after 4.

Minutes later, the yacht was underwater. Only dozens of cushions from the boat’s deck and a gigantic radar from its mast floated on the surface of the sea, fishermen said.

In all, 22 people were on board, 15 of whom were rescued. Six bodies — five passengers and the ship’s cook — had been recovered by Thursday afternoon, including that of Mr. Lynch, an Italian government official said, adding that the search was continuing for his daughter.

It was a tragic and mystifying turn of events for Mr. Lynch, 59, who had spent years seeking to clear his name and was finally inaugurating a new chapter in his life. Experts wondered how a $40 million yacht, so robust and stable could have been sunk by a storm near a port within minutes.

“It drives me insane,” said Giovanni Costantino, the chief executive of the Italian Sea Group, which in 2022 bought the company, Perini, that made the Bayesian. “Following all the proper procedures, that boat is unsinkable.”

The aura of misfortune only deepened when it emerged that Stephen Chamberlain, 52, a former vice president of finance for Mr. Lynch’s former company and a co-defendant in the fraud case, was killed two days earlier, when he was hit by a car while jogging near his house in England.

Since June, the two men had been in a jubilant mood. A jury in San Francisco had acquitted both on fraud charges that could have sent them to prison for two decades. There were hugs and tears, and they and their legal teams went for a celebratory dinner party at a restaurant in the city, said Gary S. Lincenberg, a lawyer for Mr. Chamberlain.

The sea excursion was meant as a thank-you by Mr. Lynch to those who had helped him in his legal travails. Among the guests was Christopher J. Morvillo, 59, a scion of a prominent New York family of lawyers who had represented Mr. Lynch for 12 years. He and his wife, Neda, 57, were among the missing.

So, too, was Jonathan Bloomer, 70, a veteran British insurance executive who chaired Morgan Stanley International and the insurer Hiscox.

The body of the ship’s cook, Recaldo Thomas, was recovered. All the other crew members survived. Among them was Leo Eppel, 19, of South Africa, who was on his first yacht voyage working as a deck steward, said a friend, who asked not to be identified.

Since the sinking, the recovery effort and investigation have turned the tiny port town of Porticello, a quiet enclave where older men sit bare-chested on balconies, into what feels like the set of a movie.

Helicopters have flown overhead. Ambulances have sped by with the sirens blaring. The Coast Guard has patrolled the waters off shore, within sight of a cordoned-off dock that had been turned into an emergency headquarters.

On Wednesday afternoon, a church bell tolled after the first body bag was loaded into an ambulance, a crowd watching in silence.

The survivors were sheltering in a sprawling resort near Porticello, with a view of the shipwreck spot, and had so far declined to comment.

Attilio Di Diodato, director of the Italian Air Force’s Center for Aerospace Meteorology and Climatology, said that the yacht had most likely been hit by a fierce “down burst” — when air generated within a thunderstorm descends rapidly — or by a waterspout , similar to a tornado over water.

He added that his agency had put out rough-sea warnings the previous evening, alerting sailors about storms and strong winds. Locals said the winds “felt like an earthquake.”

Mr. Costantino, the boat executive, said the yacht had been specifically designed for having a tall mast — the second-tallest aluminum mast in the world. He said the Bayesian was an extremely safe and secure boat that could list even to 75 degrees without capsizing.

But he said that if some of the hatches on the side and in the stern, or some of the deck doors, had been open, the boat could have taken on water and sunk. Standard procedure in such storms, he said, is to switch on the engine, lift the anchor and turn the boat into the wind, lowering the keel for extra stability, closing doors and gathering the guests in the main hall inside the deck.

12 guests occupied the yacht’s six cabins. There were also 10 crew members.

Open hatches, doors and cabin windows could have let in water during a storm, according to the manufacturer.

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The New York Times attempted to reach the captain, James Cutfield, who had survived, for comment through social media, his brother and the management company of the yacht (which did not hire the crew), but did not make contact.

So far none of the surviving crew members have made a public statement about what happened that night.

Fabio Genco, the director of Palermo’s emergency services, who treated some of the survivors, said that the victims had recounted feeling as if the boat was being lifted, then suddenly dropped, with objects from the cabins falling on them.

The Italian Coast Guard said it had deployed a remotely operated vehicle that can prowl underwater for up to seven hours at a depth of more than 980 feet and record videos and images that they hoped would help them reconstruct the dynamics of the sinking. Such devices were used during the search and rescue operations of the Titan vessel that is believed to have imploded last summer near the wreckage of the Titanic.

After rescuers broke inside the yacht, they struggled to navigate the ropes and many pieces of furniture cluttering the vessel, said Luca Cari, a spokesman for Italy’s national firefighter corps.

Finally, as of Thursday morning, they had managed to retrieve all but one of the missing bodies, and hopes of finding the missing person alive were thin. “Can a human being be underwater for two days?” Mr. Cari asked.

What was certain was that Mr. Lynch’s death was yet another cruel twist of fate for a man who had spent years seeking to clear his name.

He earned a fortune in technology and was nicknamed Britain’s Bill Gates. But for more than a decade, he had been treated as anything but a respected tech leader.

He was accused by Hewlett-Packard, the American technological pioneer that had bought his software company, Autonomy, for $11 billion, of misleading it about his company’s worth. (Hewlett-Packard wrote down the value of the transaction by about $8.8 billion, and critics called it one of the worst deals of all time .) He had been increasingly shunned by the British establishment that he sought to break into after growing up working-class outside London.

He was extradited to San Francisco to face criminal charges, and confined to house arrest and 24-hour surveillance on his dime. In a townhouse in the Pacific Heights neighborhood — with security people he jokingly told associates were his “roommates” — he spent his mornings talking with researchers whom he funded personally on new applications for artificial intelligence. Afterward, he devoted hours to discussing legal strategy with his team.

Despite his persistent claims of innocence, even those close to Mr. Lynch had believed his odds of victory were slim. Autonomy’s chief financial officer, Sushovan Hussain, was convicted in 2018 of similar fraud charges and spent five years in prison.

During Mr. Lynch’s house arrest, his brother and mother died. His wife, Angela Bacares, frequently flew over from England, and she became a constant presence in the San Francisco courtroom during the trial.

After he was finally acquitted, Mr. Lynch had his eye on the future. “I am looking forward to returning to the U.K. and getting back to what I love most: my family and innovating in my field,” he said.

Elisabetta Povoledo contributed reporting from Pallanza, Italy.

Emma Bubola is a Times reporter based in Rome. More about Emma Bubola

Michael J. de la Merced has covered global business and finance news for The Times since 2006. More about Michael J. de la Merced