The Mediterranean is awash with celebrities this summer, as stars opt for opulent superyacht vacations. These fully crewed vessels offer a glamorous escape, with charter costs soaring up to £3 million per week, not including additional expenses like fuel, food, and gratuities.
Among the high-profile vacationers are the Kardashian sisters, who recently spent time on the £450,000-per-week motor yacht Naia in the South of France. The yacht features a gym, jacuzzi, and eight cabins, with a crew of 20 providing hotel-style service. Additional costs for fuel, food, and drinks can add 30-40% to the base charter fee, with tips typically ranging from 10-15%.
Footballer Erling Haaland celebrated his 26th birthday on a Mediterranean getaway aboard Elis Et Mar, reportedly costing around £225,000 per week. The 80ft vessel, refitted in 2024, accommodates 12 guests and features a distinctive interior with yellow marble flooring.
Comedian Kevin Hart and his family have been holidaying on the 236ft superyacht Axioma. Charter rates for Axioma range from £485,000 to £540,000 per week, with total expenses likely reaching between £700,000 and £850,000 for the week. The yacht boasts a cinema, gym, spa, swimming pool, and jacuzzi.
Other notable celebrities enjoying the superyacht lifestyle include Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Jason Statham aboard the luxury yacht Infinity One, which charters for £72,000 to £82,000 per week. Paris Hilton was seen on the sailing catamaran Nalani, with weekly charter rates starting around £63,000 before expenses. Pop star Dua Lipa was photographed on the Tesoro 50 charter yacht Goldfinger, which is available for around £2,550 per day.
Previous superyacht excursions by high-profile figures include the Beckhams, who chartered the 311ft Madsummer for £1.6 million per week before purchasing their own £15 million yacht, Seven. Their son Brooklyn Beckham and his wife Nicola Peltz reportedly chartered the £85 million Project X, with weekly charter costs of £1.2 million, plus an estimated £300,000 in additional expenses.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z previously chartered the £160 million Kismet, a 312ft vessel featuring a multi-level pool, beauty salon, cinema, helipad, and basketball court. Chartering Kismet costs between £2.2 million and £2.6 million per week, plus expenses.
While chartering these vessels represents a significant expense, the amenities and services offered provide a unique and lavish vacation experience for A-list clientele.