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A closer look at the superyacht Lionheart offers insight into the lavish life of billionaire Philip Green. From its opulently designed outdoor spaces to its hot tubs, helipad, and roster of celebrities, this $150 million motor yacht is truly a head-turner.

Who is billionaire Philip Green?

Green is the color of money, and for a man with Green in his name, there can only be an abundance of wealth. He boasts a net worth of $1.2 billion and runs the British retail empire Arcadia Group with his wife, Cristina Green. The company was behind well-known fashion brands like Topshop, Top Man, and Dorothy Perkins but went bankrupt in 2020. The 72-year-old college dropout started his first business at age 21, importing jeans from Asia with a $30,000 loan from his family. Of course, he turned it all around and became a billionaire who is based at a London hotel during the week and spends time at home with his family during weekends in Monaco. The tycoon also owns a £20 million Gulfstream G550 private jet and two other superyachts in addition to a fancy Monopoly set gifted by his wife featuring his own acquisitions. Talk about being filthy rich!

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Philip Green's Yacht: Inside the Lavish Vessel

Billionaire businessman Philip Green is known for his extravagant lifestyle, and his yacht is no exception. The vessel, named Lionheart, is a stunning example of luxury and opulence on the water. Let's take a closer look at this incredible yacht and what makes it so special.

Lionheart was built by Benetti Yachts, an Italian shipyard known for its high-quality vessels. The yacht measures 90 meters in length and can accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. It also has a crew of 25 to ensure that guests are well taken care of during their stay.

The Exterior

One of the most impressive features of Lionheart is its exterior design. The yacht has a sleek and modern look, with clean lines and a metallic silver finish. It also has a helipad on the top deck, allowing guests to arrive and depart in style. The aft deck has an expansive pool and plenty of seating for lounging in the sun.

The Interior

Inside, Lionheart is just as impressive. The yacht has a contemporary design with a focus on comfort and luxury. The main salon is spacious and features plenty of seating, a grand piano, and a bar. The dining area can seat up to 12 guests, and the yacht also has a cinema room for movie nights.

The cabins on Lionheart are nothing short of stunning. Each one is decorated with its own unique theme and features luxurious amenities such as marble bathrooms and plush bedding. The master suite is particularly impressive, with its own private terrace and Jacuzzi.

The Features

In addition to its impressive design and amenities, Lionheart has plenty of features to keep guests entertained. The yacht has a gym for those who want to stay active during their stay, as well as a spa for relaxation. There are also plenty of water toys available, including jet skis and a tender for exploring nearby islands.

Of course, no article about Lionheart would be complete without mentioning its owner, Philip Green. Green is a British businessman who made his fortune in the retail industry. He is known for his lavish lifestyle and has been the subject of controversy in the past. Despite this, there is no denying that Lionheart is an incredible vessel that showcases the best of what the yachting world has to offer.

In conclusion, Lionheart is a truly stunning yacht that is sure to impress anyone who steps on board. From its sleek exterior design to its luxurious interior, this vessel is the epitome of opulence on the water. While it may not be accessible to everyone, it is certainly worth admiring from afar.

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Formerly known as Hull FB262, superyacht Lionheart was launched by Benetti in 2016 as the Italian yard’s new flagship. Key features on board Lionheart include private balconies on the main deck. This displacement yacht was built for a repeat customer who previously owned a 63.5 metre Benetti that went by the same name (now Lioness V).

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LIONHEART is a 90.0 m Motor Yacht, built in Italy by Benetti and delivered in 2016.

Her top speed is 18.0 kn and her cruising speed is 16.0 kn and her power comes from two Caterpillar diesel engines. She has a gross tonnage of 2990.0 GT and a 14.4 m beam.

She was designed by Stefano Natucci , who has designed 42 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database.

The naval architecture was developed by Benetti , who has architected 382 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database, and the interior of the yacht was designed by Green & Mingarelli Design , who has 2 other superyacht interiors designed in the BOAT Pro database - she is built with a Teak deck, a Steel hull, and Aluminium superstructure.

LIONHEART is in the top 5% by LOA in the world. She is one of 33 motor yachts in the 90-100m size range, and, compared to similarly sized motor yachts, her cruising speed is 0.83 kn above the average.

LIONHEART is currently sailing under the Malta flag, the 3rd most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 1091 yachts registered. She is currently located at the superyacht marina Port Hercule de Monaco, in Monaco, where she has been located for 5 days. For more information regarding LIONHEART's movements, find out more about BOAT Pro AIS .

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• Name: LIONHEART
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Yacht Subtype: Displacement
• Builder: Benetti
• Naval Architect: Benetti
• Exterior Designer: Stefano Natucci
• Interior Designer: Green & Mingarelli Design

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Lionheart is a custom motor yacht launched in 2006 by Benetti.

Over one century of history, more than 350 boats built including three giga yachts of 100mt and longer, over 300,000 sq m (3.229.173 sq.ft) of production facilities. These facts and figures unambiguously demonstrate the momentum of Benetti’s growth and Clients’ unrestrained confidence in the brand.

Lionheart measures 63.00 metres in length, with a max draft of 3.6 metres and a beam of 12.1 metres. She has a gross tonnage of 1,389 tonnes. She has a deck material of teak.

Lionheart has a steel hull with an aluminium superstructure.

Lionheart also features naval architecture by Benetti.

Performance and Capabilities

Lionheart has a top speed of 16.00 knots and a cruising speed of 14.00 knots. She is powered by a twin screw propulsion system.

Accommodation

Lionheart accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 cabins.

Other Specifications

Lionheart is MCA compliant, her hull NB is FB233.

Lionheart is a LR class yacht. She flies the flag of the UK.

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LIONHEART Yacht – Enchanting $150M Superyacht

LIONHEART yacht is a 90-metre (295 ft) motor yacht built by Benetti in Italy. She was delivered in July of 2016 to the current owner who recently sold his brands Topshop and Selfridges, gaining him a net worth of US $2.4 billion.

LIONHEART features a sleek and modern design with space for up to 12 guests and 30 crew members. Her home berth lies in Monaco, which is where Green and his family spend most of their time.

LIONHEART yacht interior

The LIONHEART yacht features a lot of intricate details in its design that make her stand out from other comparable vessels on the market.

The interior of this yacht had exceptionally high-quality materials used in her construction, which gives her an elegant look and feel throughout all the different spaces on board. 

The design house Green & Mingarelli is responsible for the luxurious interior design of LIONHEART.

The LIONHEART yacht can welcome 12 guests in her six cabins as well as a crew of 30 members of staff. 

The interior of the yacht features a beach club, a beauty salon as well as expansive health and wellness facilities that include a spa, a hairdressing salon, a gym with a personal trainer, and a massage room with a masseur available at all hours.

The different floors of the yacht are connected by an elevator, and of course, the yacht has several pools, two of which are located on the upper decks. 

A grand staircase is situated in the center of the yacht, which gives the vessel the likeness of a luxury hotel. The interior is furnished with exclusive furniture with dark wood and cream upholstery.

The yacht features several sizable chandeliers and other extravagant lighting fixtures. Everything about the interior of LIONHEART is lavish and luxurious, flaunting the US $150 Million price tag that this incredible vessel bears.

Specifications

The LIONHEART yacht is 90 meters (296 ft) long with a beam of 14.4 meters (47.3 ft) and a draft of 7.5 meters (24.9 ft). She was built by Benetti Yachts in Livorno, Italy, and launched in 2016.

At the time, LIONHEART was Benetti’s flagship and the largest yacht they had ever produced, overtaking NABILA (later TRUMP PRINCESS owned by Donald Trump).

Her gross tonnage lies at 2,990 GT, reaching cruising speeds of 15 knots and maximum speeds of 16 knots.

She is definitely not the fastest yacht in her size category, but her caterpillar engines are reliable and robust.

LIONHEART has an immense aluminum superstructure, and her hull was constructed from premium steel. Her traditional teak decks nicely contrast her white exterior.

The LIONHEART yacht is values at US $150 million and has annual running costs of US $10-$15 Million. She is not currently available for charter or for sale, although Green’s other yachts are.

The exterior of the LIONHEART yacht was designed by Stefano Natucci, who was also responsible for LIONESS V, Green’s previous yacht by Benetti.

Natucci has designed a total of 45 yachts, the LIONHEART yacht being the largest of his past projects.

The yacht is fitted with a sophisticated stabilizer system that ensures a comfortable experience for guests when at anchor or underway. She has a total of four decks featuring generous outdoor spaces. 

The front of the bow has room for a small helipad where aircraft can land to pick up or drop off guests.

The top deck has an outdoor bar and jacuzzi, and behind the flybridge, there is a large pool.

All decks have luxurious outdoor seating with cream upholstery which is also the color of the crew uniforms aboard the LIONHEART yacht. 

At the aft, the yacht has a sizable beach club and extendable swimming platform where water toys can be launched.

She also has several smaller, shaded decks with ample space for dining or parties. On both her port and starboard sides, Lionheart has small balcony decks which are attached to two of the suites.

Toys and equipment

The LIONHEART yacht carries several tenders, although her most memorable is a VanDutch 55 named Lioncub.

This tender has a black and white photograph of a lion painted on its side, making it stand out from traditional tenders and attracting yacht spotters.

LIONHEART also has a Pascoe Limousine, a Pascoe Beachlande, and a Pascoe Outboard Shuttle giving her passengers a wide selection of transportation options for shore leave or excursions.

Although exact details aren’t known, the yacht carries a large number of water toys, including jet skis and water bobs.

With a large swimming platform at the back of the vessel and an attached beach club with a lounge area, a luxury that might be desired is available to her guests.

Additional information

Construction for LIONHEART began in 2012 after the owner Green commissioned his third yacht from Benetti .

The two previous vessels were also named LIONHEART but have since been renamed LUMIERE and LIONESS V. 

LUMIERE was built in 1999 and has a length of 49.9 meters (164 ft). Green sold her when he obtained LIONHEART V in 2006, and she is now available for charter.

LIONESS V has a length of 63.5 meters (208 ft) and was replaced by LIONHEART in 2016, 10 years after her launch. 

Interestingly all three vessels can welcome the same number of guests, and only their amenities and length changed over the years.

LIONESS V is still owned by the Green family, more specifically Tina Green. This yacht is available for charter.

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The 90m/295'3" motor yacht 'Lionheart' was built by Benetti in Italy at their Livorno shipyard. Her interior is styled by design house Green & Mingarelli Design and she was delivered to her owner in July 2016. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Stefano Natucci.

Guest Accommodation

Lionheart has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 30 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

Her features include a beauty salon, beauty salon, elevator, underwater lights, beach club, gym and air conditioning.

Range & Performance

Lionheart is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, with teak decks. Lionheart comfortably cruises at 15 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 15 knots. Lionheart features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels. She was built to Lloyds Register classification society rules.

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A week after the magnificent Fountainhead (owned by the CEO of Sears) passed through Miami, and another superyacht with a billionaire owner has arrived: the 295-foot Lionheart, which is estimated to be valued at over $130 million and is owned by billionaire businessman Philip Green . It’s currently docked at the marina on Watson Island.

Built last year, the Benetti vessel features a jacuzzi on the top deck with surround sound; a helipad; an elevator; a pool; a beach club; and a beauty salon.

Green is the chairman of retail giant Arcadia Group. His former yacht, Lioness V, was spotted in Miami last February .

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The First-ever Helicopter Airline in Greece Launches — and Fares Are Actually Affordable

Passengers can also expect glass cockpits for stunning views.

The islands of the Aegean are the jewels of Greece, but that doesn’t mean getting to them is a breeze. Until now, Greek island hopping — glamorous as it is — has required lengthy ferry rides, inconvenient flight schedules, cruises, or, if you're lucky, your own private yacht.

That’s all changing this summer, with the introduction of Hoper , the f​​irst-ever scheduled helicopter airline in Greece. The Athens-based company offers individual seats on scheduled helicopter flights to 11 popular destinations in the Aegean: Athens, Antiparos, Folegandros, Ios, Kea, Mykonos, Patmos, Santorini , Sifnos, Spetses, and Tinos.

Founded by Greek entrepreneurs and travel enthusiasts Demitris Memos, Costas Gerardos, and George Papaioannidis, Hoper is transforming Greek tourism by making convenient, fast, scenic, and safe helicopter flights to remote Greek islands accessible to the average tourist. 

Flights operate year-round with a fleet of five Robinson R44 and R66 helicopters, all with glass cockpits so travelers can also sightsee along the way. 

“If you’ve experienced a Greek summer, you know the true beauty of vacation lies in the unlaid plan,” Dimitris Kossyfas, chief commercial officer of Hoper, told Travel + Leisure . “With Hoper, we help you do that quickly and seamlessly.”

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Jetting off last minute, even to remote islands, is no issue: Passengers can book online up to three hours before departure. Flights last 45 minutes or less, saving travelers precious hours and avoiding common transit hassles and headaches. 

And unlike yachting, island hopping with Hoper isn’t reserved for the one percent: One-way fares are reasonably priced from 160 to 350 euros.

“We’re here to help you see more of Greece in a cost-effective way and enjoy the freedom that Greek summer gives us all,” Kossyfas says.

With fixed routes and departure times, the airline provides a reliable way to experience flexible traveling around the Greek isles — “a unique step without precedent” for Greek tourism, according to Greece’s Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni. Hoper also operates chartered flights on a request basis.

The flights originate from Hoper’s base in Koropi (15 minutes by car from Athens International Airport), as well as from Mykonos and Santorini. The company upgraded all existing helipads in the destinations it serves and plans to add new destinations in the mainland later this year.

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