The pinnacle of luxury indulgence, yacht travel is a rare amalgamation of adventure and relaxation as you cruise through pristine waters. Often promising spacious cabins and exquisite dining experiences, yachts make for an extraordinary travel experience, and hence, it’s no surprise that a show like The White Lotus offers a peek into some of the most exquisite yachts. But it’s not just this HBO series, take a look at other iconic yachts that have featured in movies and TV shows.

The third season of The White Lotus is currently underway and as it once again dives into the excesses of those wealthy, it does so with the help of not only setting its story in the expensive suites of the Thailand but also features a superyacht, Spacecat — luxury catamaran which starts at USD 160,000 to charter for one week. Thanks to its undeniable beauty, it has piqued interest among many vacationers. Much like every other filming location, fans of the show wish to explore this stunning gem and in case they are unable to do so, we have some more recommendations of famous yachts that have featured in other popular shows including The Crown, Succession and even movies like Daniel Craig’s final James Bond installment – No Time to Die.

Check out the most iconic yachts featured in movies and TV shows

Ethna – The White Lotus Season 2

Rent per week: USD 78,000 (in high season, May-September)

The second season of The White Lotus explored some of the most gorgeous locations in Sicily, but the show’s gripping climax scenes were set aboard Ethna, a 29.5-metre motor yacht. The final moments of the series’ beloved character of troubled heiress Tanya McQuoid (played by Jennifer Coolidge) were shot on this chartered 97-foot, 5-inch yacht. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the filming took place over three days aboard the motor yacht, and cinematographer Xavier Grobet revealed how the filming was intimate, given how a yacht provides a tight filming space. He said, “There’s absolutely no extra real estate on a boat. It’s so complicated, so scaled down. But it also gave us everybody’s favourite shot.”

As for the popular yacht belonging to Italy’s Custom Line, it offers four spacious double guest cabins along with a dining table set in the cockpit area. It also provides other amenities like a deck jacuzzi, and sun-sofas to enjoy oceanic views. The seasonal charges to rent this stunning yacht range from USD 63,000 in the low season to a maximum of USD 78,000 per week in high season.

Solandge – Succession

Rent per week: USD 1.136 million ++

To match the opulent lifestyle of a media mogul, the makers of Succession found the perfect filming location in Solandge, a luxury yacht that sails through the Mediterranean. Showcased as the lavish indulgence of the Roy family, the six-deck superyacht grabbed eyeballs with its luxurious amenities. Perfect for a relaxing vacation, this superyacht offers all the best facilities, including a sleek swimming pool on the sundeck that was beautifully captured in an overhead shot on the show. On board this yacht is also a chromotherapy spa with Hamman to help vacationers rejuvenate. As seen in Succession, the yacht is also home to an indoor and outdoor gym and an outdoor cinema. The cost of renting this luxury yacht is upwards of USD 1.136 million per week.

Christina O – Triangle of Sadness

Rent per week: USD 750,000 to 795,000

The list of iconic yachts featured in movies and TV shows is incomplete without the mention of Ruben Östlund’s Palme d’Or-winning film Triangle of Sadness. The dark comedy is set aboard the luxury vessel, Christina O, which has been a popular yacht given its historical ties. Named after Aristotle Onassis’s first-born child, the superyacht has famously hosted numerous celebrities and dignitaries, including former US President John F. Kennedy, Winston Churchill, Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe and more. In Östlund’s film, the yacht became a background to capture the themes of social hierarchy as it focuses on the power dynamics of the luxury yacht’s staff and its uber-rich guests.

While it initially started as a Canadian Navy Frigate, the yacht was later redesigned into a luxury vessel and has undergone massive remodelling to turn into an opulent superyacht. As of today, it can accommodate up to 34 guests and has 17 staterooms, and also boasts other exclusive amenities like four salons on board. A highlight of the yacht is its Onassis Suite, consisting of a master stateroom on the bridge deck with an ensuite bathroom, jacuzzi bathtub, a private lounge, and a library. Also, a significant design element of this superyacht is its mosaic-tiled swimming pool that can be converted to a dance floor.

Titania – The Crown

Rent per week: USD 735,000

The Crown is one of Netflix’s most expensive shows ever made, and one of the reasons for that is the show’s relentless attempts to achieve authenticity. To recreate one of the most iconic photographs of Princess Diana, which captured her seated on the diving board of a luxury yacht formerly owned by Egyptian businessman Mohamed Al-Fayed, the show rented the superyacht Titania. Owned by British businessman John Caudwell, the 236-foot Lurssen superyacht was used for filming scenes in the Mediterranean. The luxury vessel can sleep up to 12 guests across seven cabins. Additionally, it also has two owner’s suites, and a VIP cabin. Replete with exclusive amenities and elegant nautical design, the yacht charters at approximately USD 735,000 per week plus expenses.

Aquarius – Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

Rent per week: USD 228,000

When you think about lavish superyachts that have featured in movies and TV shows, an image that stands out is the 151-foot vessel that represents opulence at its best in Rian Johnson’s Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. Named Aquarius, the motor yacht makes for an instant scene stealer in the multi-starrer murder mystery. A true definition of grandiose, it is inclusive of state-of-the-art facilities like a beach club, an outdoor bar, a jacuzzi, and ample space for sun lounging and relaxing. Consisting of five cabins and and master suite, the superyacht can accommodate up to 10 guests. Just like the film’s characters, vacationers can soak up the sun and experience the beauty of the Mediterranean waters aboard this marvel, operated by the agency Ocean Independence.

Lady M – The Wolf of Wall Street

Rent per week: USD 125,000

To replicate Nadine, the real-life luxury yacht owned by American stockbroker Jordan Belfort, director Martin Scorsese used the yacht Lady M as a filming location to shoot some of the movie’s most memorable scenes. The movie famously mirrored the real-life yachting disaster of Belfort from 1997, when his yacht Nadine sank during a stormy passage between Porto Cervo and Capri. A prominent filming location for the movie, Lady M, offers contemporary features and was built in 2002 by Intermarine Savannah. Accommodating up to 10 guests in its five staterooms, the luxury yacht is complete with exquisite amenities like an outdoor jacuzzi, gourmet kitchen, and a sumptuous dining room. Furthermore, its tasteful interiors also add a touch of grandiose.

Planet Nine – Tenet

Rent per week: USD 650,000

In Christopher Nolan‘s time-bending movie Tenet, besides its distinct filming locations from London to Mumbai, a prop that instantly grabbed attention as the lavish hideout for its lead antagonist was the high-end superyacht. The 240-foot military-style yacht named Planet Nine became an iconic sight for filming in the blue waters of Italy’s picturesque Amalfi Coast. Designed for long-range cruising and luxury vacationing, the Planet Nine is a great choice for explorers chasing uncharted experiences. It even hosts an ice-classed hull, which allows it to navigate smoothly in icy waters. Providing accommodation for 12 guests, the yacht consists of nine cabins, including an owner’s deck and a VIP suite on the main deck. Among its key features is also its speed, which reaches the high end of 16 knots and comfortably cruises at 14 knots. From an on-board cinema to a beach club and spa, this superyacht is perfect for a long stay vacation. Additionally, its exclusive feature is also the availability of a full helideck and a large helicopter hangar.

Usher – Entourage movie

Rent per week: USD 225,000

A star of the 2015 Entourage movie, besides its eclectic cast, was also the luxurious yacht, Usher. Featuring a party scene in the film’s opening, the 154-foot yacht made for a stunning filming location with its ultra-modern interiors and amenities. Comprising a sundeck jacuzzi, an underwater camera on the stern, and a fishing cockpit, the yacht accommodates up to 12 guests. Despite its name being synonymous with the rapper Usher, the yacht is actually owned by tech mogul Michael Saylor. Among other impressive features, the top speed offered by Usher is 24 knots, which is enough to coast smoothly from one island to another.

Sprit 46 – No Time to Die

Rent per week: Not available

The iconic sailing yacht that Daniel Craig‘s James Bond cruises in No Time to Die is yet another charter that made a memorable screen appearance. Spirit 46, a lightweight performance racing or casual coastal cruising yacht, was used for filming some crucial scenes in the movie. Complete with long overhangs and flush decks, the elegant day sailing yacht is capable of cruising at an impressive speed of 18 knots. It can accommodate up to four people in two cabins and a quarter berth. However, much to the dismay of Bond fans, the custom-built, private yacht is not available to rent.

Sarastar – Murder Mystery

Rent per week: USD 424,500

Beyond the crackling chemistry and star power brought by Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler in Murder Mystery, it’s the luxury vessel that the two stars are aboard that grabs the most attention. Referred to as the Mediterranean Queen in the film, the actual yacht Sarastar became the iconic filming location for the movie. The 2017-built charter yacht from Mondomarine is replete with plush elements like its large sundeck, a helipad and six luxurious cabins to accommodate up to 12 guests.

(Main and featured images: HBO/The White Lotus)