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Three top boats for your money

July 12 - 19, 2006
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Gulf Weekly Three top boats for your money

Annaliesse $103 million
For extended family reunions or small-biz seagoing retreats, the teak-decked Annaliesse is your yacht.

Completed in 2004 by Neorion Shipyard on the island of Syros, the 280-foot mega is more cruise ship than personal yacht, with room for 36 guests in 18 cabins, including a 1,184-square-foot main stateroom with panoramic views, private deck, his-and-hers walk-in closets, and marble bath with elevated Jacuzzi.

Alfa Four $68.8 million
From its deep blue hull to its huge counter-current Jacuzzi swimming pool and aft panoramic gym, the 197-foot Alfa Four is a bold statement on the waves. Built in 2004 by Holland’s Oceanco, the ship’s half-dozen staterooms sleep 12 passengers in luscious comfort, while nine crew cabins accommodate 21 hands. The duplex master suite is quite a perch, with a private panoramic lounge from which to watch the seabirds sail by.

O’Mega $67.6 million
The 271-foot O’Mega is a big one, going above and beyond the usual stateroom complement with room for 32 guests through a grand total of 16 cabins, including one master, five VIP, five doubles and five twins, all with en suite facilities. Cabins are designed in a range of styles, and the owner’s suite offers panoramic sea views, as well as a salon, walk-in closet, and bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi. There are three main salons elsewhere.







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