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PARSIFAL III YACHT CHARTER

53.8m  /  176'6   perini navi   2005 / 2012.

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Special Features:

• A perfectly proportioned ketch
• Capable of delivering an outstanding sailing experience
• Provides multiple interior and exterior spaces
• Space optimised by innovative design solutions

Parsifal III is an outstanding candidate for a perfect yacht charter vacation

The multi-award winning 54m/177'2" sail yacht 'Parsifal III' by the Italian shipyard Perini Navi offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 5 cabins and features interior styling by Remi Tessier.

A majestic sight at sea, Parsifal III effortlessly combines classic looks with superb modern amenities, boasting expansive sunbathing areas and alfresco dining opportunities to guests.

Guest Accommodation

Parsifal III is great for families thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2005, She offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins. There are 7 beds in total, including 1 king, 2 queen, 4 singles and 2 pullmans. She is also capable of carrying up to 9 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

Keeping comfortable and entertained on Parsifal III is easy thanks to the available amenities, particularly a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand.

Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you, particularly Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. Guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.

Performance & Range

Parsifal III is built with a aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by 1 x Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 18 knots with a range of up to 3,400 nautical miles from her 46,200 litre fuel tanks at 13 knots.

Onboard Parsifal III has a range of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Principle among these are two Open Bic sailboats to bring out the explorer in you. Take to the sea on a Jet Ski offering you power and control on the water. You'll be loving the huge adrenaline rush as you zip over the water on a SeaDoo RXP WaveRunner. If that isn't enough Parsifal III also features towable toys, waterskis, a seabob and wakeboards. When it comes to Tenders, Parsifal III has you covered - with two tenders, including a 7.01m/23' Tender.

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The magnificent interior design is highlighted with her blend of dark ebony woodwork, light sycamore, stainless steel and fine leather. She features exquisite design and craftsmanship which creates an ultra modern and stylish yet warm, inviting and relaxed feeling. This is made possible with the skilled use of natural and restful textures. Features of note include a plunge pool, wireless internet, Teppinyaki BBQ, Modula seating in the saloon, and an array of sunning entertainment areas. Parsifal III is one of the most sought after and versatile sailing yachts on the charter market.

Parsifal III and her crew are available for charter this winter for cruising within Bermuda and the Caribbean. She is already accepting bookings this summer for cruising in the Mediterranean.

With its luxurious interiors, vast array of onboard facilities and a highly-trained and professional crew, a luxury yacht vacation onboard sail yacht Parsifal III promises to be nothing short of spectacular.

TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials and reviews of the Parsifal III provided by Charter clients.

I wanted to write and thank you all from the bottom of my heart for the most amazing fourteen days a person could have ever imagined. Your team on Parsifal is second to none. If I’m fortunate enough to go to heaven I hope it’s a lot like my time on Parsifal. Warmest personal regards and appreciation for all you did to make our time onboard so great.

Supplied by: Mr. Devaney

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Amenities & Entertainment

For your relaxation and entertainment Parsifal III has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.

Parsifal III is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:

• 7.01m  /  23' guest Tender
• 4.88m  /  16' Tender

For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

Parsifal III Awards & Nominations

• The World Superyacht Awards 2006 Sailing Yacht of the Year Winner
• The World Superyacht Awards 2006 Best Interior Design - Sail Yacht Winner
• ShowBoats Awards 2006 Sailing Yacht Interior Winner
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For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

'Parsifal III' Charter Rates & Destinations

Summer Season

May - September

€245,000 p/week + expenses Approx $264,000

High Season

Cruising Regions

Mediterranean France, Greece, Italy, Monaco, Montenegro

HOT SPOTS:   Amalfi Coast, Corsica, French Riviera, Mykonos, Sardinia

Winter Season

October - April

€235,000 p/week + expenses Approx $253,000

Bermuda Caribbean Antigua, Bahamas, Saint Martin, St Barts

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Built for an experienced yacht owner, the stylish sailing yacht 53.8m (176.5ft) PARSIFAL III, from the renowned Perini Navi shipyard, has an exquisite Remi Tessier-designed interior. On launch in 2005 she won no fewer than five prestigious sailing superyacht awards and has become one of the most popular sailing yachts for charter. PARSIFAL III is highly recommended for anyone looking for a combination of excellent performance with superb levels of comfort.

• Winner of the Best Sailing Yacht of the Year, Best Interior Design - Sail Yacht and Best Sailing Yacht Interior at the World Superyacht Awards 2006
• Recently refitted
• Regularly maintained
• Exercise equipment
• Hydraulic swim platform
• Flexible cabin configurations
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As a charter guest you could begin your day with a sunrise yoga session on the large foredeck or have an early morning swim in the ocean before taking breakfast on the main deck aft. Here a large curved sofa and loose seating surround an oval dining table shaded by the overhang of the flybridge deck. After breakfast, some of the guests may choose to relax in the many lounging areas while others might want to take advantage of the calm waters and jump in to learn a new watersport. An extensive toybox has something for all ages to enjoy. However you choose to spend the morning, coming together for an al fresco lunch, perhaps prepared on the Teppanyaki grill, is the perfect opportunity to regroup and catch up with your friends and family.

Numerous entertainment options will keep the entire family entertained throughout the afternoon. Relax in the jacuzzi or on the sumptuous sunloungers, or enjoy some relaxation time in the main lounge, perhaps with a movie, all while PARSIFAL III sails on to your next port of call; if the winds are in your favour you could even be moving along under full sail at exhilarating speeds of up to 18 knots.

With the sun setting on the horizon, enjoy more time on deck taking in the view with a cocktail, followed by dinner either in the formal dining room or al fresco on the main deck aft. When it’s time to retire, PARSIFAL III's vast master suite is located aft and benefits from direct access to an extra-large swimming platform – perfect for a private early morning swim. Amidship there are two further doubles and two twins with additional pullman berths. As with all of the interior guest areas, the décor is streamlined and minimalistic, with polished dark ebony and wenge woods contrasting with fine furnishings of cream leather, glass and stainless steel. A stunning retreat, your guests will feel cosseted in luxury as they fall into a deep slumber ready for another day of fun.

Tenders & toys

• 2 × Tenders
• 2 × Sailing dinghies
• 1 × Deck jacuzzi
• 2 × SeaBobs
• 2 × Stand up paddleboards
• Inflatable tows
• Fishing gear

Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. Contact a Burgess broker for the latest information.

Fitness equipment

• Free weights

Please note that fitness equipment and wellness facilities are subject to regular upgrades and changes. Contact a Burgess broker for the latest information.

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PARSIFAL III Perini Navi | From EUR€ 195,000 /wk

Sailing yacht PARSIFAL III is a superb 54 meter Italian created Perini Navi luxury sailing boat which has won the 2006 International Superyacht Design Award. She is available for luxury charters in both the Caribbean & Mediterranean seas. Her stylish sleek lines and a jet-black hull exudes excellence in style whilst she also maintains first-rate levels of comfort, practicality, and performance for up to 12 charter guests. At 177’ in length, 35’ wide, and with a large above deck superstructure and flybridge S/Y Parsifal III provides the most discernable guests with ample light, interior and exterior space as well as privacy.

NOTABLE FEATURES for PARSIFAL III: Pedigree design with sleek lines and excellent performance capabilities ~ Vast exterior living ~ Chic interior decor ~ Beautifully appointed guest staterooms ~ On deck jacuzzi ~ Assortment of water toys ~ Crows nest for 2 ~ Hydraulic swim platform ~ Wifi

Parsifal III’s lovely aluminum hull, carbon fiber rig, and in furling boom create a powerful sailing performance and an enjoyable sailing experience. Parsifal III is thought to be one of Perini Navi’s quickest sailing yachts built so far with her finned bulb keel. Her dark hull creates a sticking image against the brilliant white of her superstructure.

Luxury sailing yacht Parsifal III also has a striking and upbeat interior as designed by the world famous Remi Tessier. Her magnificent interior design is highlighted with the blending of dark ebony woodwork, light sycamore wood, stainless steel, and fine leathers. She features exquisite design and craftsmanship which creates an ultra-modern and stylish yet warm, inviting and relaxed feeling, as made possible with the intelligent use of natural and restful textures.

The large sailing yacht features a plunge pool, an array of sunning and excellent entertainment areas, a Japanese Teppanyaki style Barbeque, and modular type seating in her saloon. Parsifal III is one of the most sought after sailing yachts on the charter market due to not only her size and grace but also her vast array of practical features.

PARSIFAL III Specifications

Named after an Arthurian knight, Parsifal III is the result of a modern-day 6-year quest by two sailing veterans. Their Holy Grail was a luxurious super-yacht that epitomized the best design, was perfect in all aspects of its build and provided performance under sail that could rival any yacht of her type. They found fellow shining knights in the Italian yacht builder Perini Navi naval architect designer Ron Holland.

And the result, according to a review in ‘Boat International’, are all the hallmarks of a Perini Navi: “…a classically proportioned ketch whose powerful hull displays a seamanlike bow and a long, elegantly curved sheer line that runs aft over a pleasingly proportioned freeboard to a half-moon of the forward-raked transom. The stylishly rounded deckhouse is topped by a flying bridge that extends aft to a long sundeck providing shade for the guest cockpit below.” Furthermore, notes Boat International, “performance is a notch higher than any of the company’s previous vessels”.

Yacht Charter Accommodation

Luxury sailing yacht Parsifal III provides accommodation for up to a maximum of 12 charter guests in five or six luxurious staterooms. The yacht’s main owner's suite features its own saloon which can be divided into two independent double rooms, if need be. She also offers two permanent double rooms and two further twin Staterooms. All of the cabins provide full en suite bathroom facilities. She has a separate crew accommodation for 9.

Charter Amenities and Extras

Tenders & Toys: Tenders: • 2 x 5.8m (19ft) diesel tender Toys: • 2 x F5 SR Seabob (NEW in 2020) • 2 x Tiwal inflatable sailing dinghy (NEW in 2020) • 2 x Water-skis • 1 x Wakeboard • 2 x Stand-Up Paddleboards • 1 x Windsurfer • Variety of inflatable and towable toys Audio Visual Equipment and Deck Facilities: • DVD High Definition and High Resolution TV • AV system with a library of 100’s of movies and TV shows in salon and all cabins • Apple TV in all cabins • Playstation 3 gaming console • Sonos audio system • Crow’s nest hoist for two • Foredeck Jacuzzi • Hydraulic swim platform Communications: • VSAT Satellite internet • Wireless connection throughout • GSM • SATCOM Gym equipment: • 2 x sets of dumbbells • Skipping ropes • Yoga mats

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PARSIFAL III Sailing yacht for charter

Built for an experienced yacht owner, the stylish sailing yacht 53.8m (176.5ft) PARSIFAL III, from the renowned Perini Navi shipyard, has an exquisite Remi Tessier-designed interior. On launch in 2005 she won no fewer than five prestigious sailing superyacht awards and has become one of the most popular sailing yachts for charter. PARSIFAL III is highly recommended for anyone looking for a combination of excellent performance with superb levels of comfort.

• Winner of the Best Sailing Yacht of the Year, Best Interior Design - Sail Yacht and Best Sailing Yacht Interior at the World Superyacht Awards 2006
• Recently refitted
• Regularly maintained
• Exercise equipment
• Hydraulic swim platform
• Flexible cabin configurations
• Jacuzzi on the flybridge

About PARSIFAL III

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As a charter guest you could begin your day with a sunrise yoga session on the large foredeck or have an early morning swim in the ocean before taking breakfast on the main deck aft. Here a large curved sofa and loose seating surround an oval dining table shaded by the overhang of the flybridge deck. After breakfast, some of the guests may choose to relax in the many lounging areas while others might want to take advantage of the calm waters and jump in to learn a new watersport. An extensive toybox has something for all ages to enjoy. However you choose to spend the morning, coming together for an al fresco lunch, perhaps prepared on the Teppanyaki grill, is the perfect opportunity to regroup and catch up with your friends and family.

Numerous entertainment options will keep the entire family entertained throughout the afternoon. Relax in the jacuzzi or on the sumptuous sunloungers, or enjoy some relaxation time in the main lounge, perhaps with a movie, all while PARSIFAL III sails on to your next port of call; if the winds are in your favour you could even be moving along under full sail at exhilarating speeds of up to 18 knots.

With the sun setting on the horizon, enjoy more time on deck taking in the view with a cocktail, followed by dinner either in the formal dining room or al fresco on the main deck aft. When it’s time to retire, PARSIFAL III's vast master suite is located aft and benefits from direct access to an extra-large swimming platform – perfect for a private early morning swim. Amidship there are two further doubles and two twins with additional pullman berths. As with all of the interior guest areas, the décor is streamlined and minimalistic, with polished dark ebony and wenge woods contrasting with fine furnishings of cream leather, glass and stainless steel. A stunning retreat, your guests will feel cosseted in luxury as they fall into a deep slumber ready for another day of fun.

Tenders & toys

• 2 × Tenders
• 2 × Sailing dinghies
• 1 × Deck jacuzzi
• 2 × SeaBobs
• 2 × Stand up paddleboards
• Inflatable tows
• Fishing gear

Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. Contact a Burgess broker for the latest information.

Check availability

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PARSIFAL III Yacht for Charter

Perini Navi's PARSIFAL III is an exceptional custom-built sailing yacht designed to provide high levels of comfort and top-class performance. Launched in 2005, this 177’ (54m) vessel was built with a one-of-a-kind exterior design, a sleek black hull, and striking exterior furnishings, and has been recognized with several awards including Superyacht of the Year (Sailing Yacht) and Best Interior (Sailing Yacht) in the Boat International World Superyacht Awards. PARSIFAL III is nothing short of exceptional and offers guests a unique charter experience to set sail to the world’s most desirable destinations.

Featuring state-of-the-art technology, PARSIFAL III is one of the fastest Perini Navi superyachts, with high-tech carbon masts and fully automated in-boom furling. The winged keel allows her to reach impressive speeds of up to 16 knots under full sail.

PARSIFAL III's elegant and striking interior was designed by the world-renowned Rémi Tessier, who combined dark ebony and light sycamore wood complemented by natural textiles and fine leather accents. She accommodates up to 12 guests in five ensuite cabins, including a vast full-beam master suite, two doubles, two twins, and additional Pullman berths. The main salon and dining area open onto the aft deck and can also be opened forward to the wheelhouse, offering an impressive 360-degree view from within for guests to admire the stunning cruising grounds.

Outdoor areas of PARSIFAL III offer a range of amenities, including sunbathing and entertainment areas, an outdoor dining area in the cockpit shielded by clear glass windbreaks, a large flybridge with dual helm stations, a Jacuzzi and sunpads, a full wet bar, and lounging and dining areas that can be shaded by a large awning if needed. For outside of the norm, guests can also dine on the hydraulic swim platform.

The exceptional craftsmanship of PARSIFAL III makes her stand out, providing guests with a unique and unforgettable experience.

• Multi-award-winning sailing yacht
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• Accommodation for 12 guests
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• • 1 x 6.4m (21ft) Castoldi jet tender
• • 1 x 5m Mil Spec 30hp 4-stroke outboard tender (crew)
• • 2 x F5 SR Seabob
• • 2 x Tiwal inflatable sailing dinghy
• • 2 x Water-skis
• • 1 x Wakeboard
• • 2 x Stand-Up Paddleboards
• • 1 x Windsurfer
• • Variety of inflatable and towable toys
• • Fishing equipment

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2024 Season. Rates p/week + expenses

€ 245,000

Cruising Regions

• East Mediterranean
• Ionian Islands
• Italian Riviera
• Amalfi Coast
• West Mediterranean
• French Riviera
• Venice and Eastern Italy

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‘Parsifal III’ is a 177.17ft  /54m  sail yacht, custom built in 2005 by Perini Navi and last refitted in 2012. Her stylish interior design is the work of Remi Tessier and her exterior design is by Perini Navi.

Parsifal III’s interior layout sleeps up to 12 guests in 5 rooms, including a master suite, 3 double cabins and 2 twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 9 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience. Timeless styling, beautiful furnishings and sumptuous seating feature throughout to create an elegant and comfortable atmosphere.

You’ll find extensive entertainment and leisure facilities onboard, making her ideal for entertaining friends and family on your charter vacation. There’s ample space for enjoying an alfresco lunch or dinner on deck, or simply lounging in the sunshine and working on your tan.

Parsifal III has a cruising speed of 11 knots, and you’ll glide across the water in style, taking in the sights and enjoying the view from this perfect vantage point.

A Jacuzzi on deck is just perfect for relaxing with friends and family, while taking in the breath-taking scenery after a long day of exploration.

Wi-Fi connection is available throughout, so you’ll be able to stay connected while you’re away, great for business, checking emails or sharing your experience on social media.

Air conditioning keeps conditions comfortable throughout the cabins, even on the hottest of days or nights.

There are plenty of toys onboard sure to provide fun and recreation, and these include 1 x SeaDoo RXP Waverunner 225, 1 x Stand-up 900cc Jet-Ski, 2 x Stand-up Open Bic Sail Boats, 2 x Seabobs, Water-Skis, Wake Board, and Towable Toys.

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• AIR CONDITIONING • DECK JACUZZI • GAMES CONSOLE • JET SKI • PROJECTOR • SAILING • SATELLITE TV • SEABOB • TOWABLE TOYS • VIDEO-ON-DEMAND • WAKEBOARD • WATER SKI • WAVERIDER • WI FI

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For the complete Parsifal III yacht specs in table view see below. Built by luxury yacht builder Perini Navi , the luxury sailing yacht Parsifal III measures in at 177.1ft / 54m. She has a beam of 35.1, and a draft of 14.9, and she measures in at 460 gross tons. She sleeps up to 12 guests in 6 staterooms and has accommodations for 9 crew. She is propelled by a engine at 1,500 hp Her maximum speed of 13 knots and a cruising speed of 11 knots. Her decks are Teak and hull is Aluminum.

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Parsifal III Specifications

• Name Parsifal III
• Model Custom
• Hull NB C.2057
• Hull Colour -
• Naval Architects Perini Navi Ron Holland Design
• Exterior Designer
• Interior Designer Remi Tessier
• Length Overall 54.0m
• Length at Waterline 44.2m
• Draft (min) -
• Draft (max) 4.5m
• Gross Tonnage 460
• Cabins Total -
• Hull Configuration -
• Hull Material Aluminium
• Superstructure -
• Deck Material Teak
• Fuel Type Diesel
• Manufacturer Caterpillar
• Power 1500 hp / 912 kW
• Total Power 1500 hp / 912 kW
• Propulsion Single screw
• Max Speed 14 Kn
• Cruising Speed 13 Kn
• Fuel Capacity 46200
• Water Capacity 11200
• Generator -
• Stabilizers -
• Thrusters -
• Amenities -
• Yacht Builder Perini Navi View profile
• Interior Designer Remi Tessier No profile available

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Expect speed, comfort and all-round class onboard this superb 54m sailing yacht

One of the fastest yachts Perini has ever launched, Parsifal III exudes excellence whilst offering superior comfort and luxurious amenities throughout. The sleek lines of her jet-black hull contrast wonderfully with the brilliant white of her superstructure – a pioneering forerunner for Perini Navi’s new era of design.

In perfect harmony with her striking exterior, Parsifal III’s interior was designed by the world famous Remi Tessier and is a magnificent blend of dark ebony, wenge, and light sycamore with stainless steel and fine leather accents. It’s little wonder that she’s considered one of the finest luxury vessels afloat.

Parsifal III at a glance

54m length Up to 12 guests 5 cabins (Master, 3 x Double, 2 x Twin) 9 crew

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Deck Jacuzzi WiFi Rendezvous SCUBA diving 21' Guest Tender 19' Tender F7 SeaBob Water Skis Wake Board Towable Toys 2 Stand Up Paddleboards SUP's Windsurfer Crow's Nest Hoist for 2 Hydraulic swim platform Playstation 3 Gaming System Floating Trampoline Kite Surfer

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Presenting sailboat PARSIFAL III from the Below Deck television series. She is the same yacht with Glenn as captain, although her crew has changed a bit from the series. She carries tons of watertoys and is a wonderful charteryacht.  Clients enjoy charters in various exotic destinations.

WHERE DOES PARSIFAL III CHARTER?

Sailing yacht PARSIFAL III operates yacht charter vacations in multiple destinations.  For instance, Albania, Catalonia, Corsica, the French Riviera and Monaco, Greece (the Aegean/Cyclades Sea), and Greece (the Ionian Sea).  Ihn addition, she charters in Italy (North – Mainland), Italy (Sardinia), Italy (Sicily), Italy (South – mainland), Montenegro, Provence (Coast), Marselles, Turkey, and Venice in the summer.  In the winter, she hails from the British Virgin Islands (BVI), Dominican Republic, Leeward Islands of the Caribbean, Patagonia, and The Bahamas.  In addition, she charters in Trinidad and Tobago, US Virgin Islands (USVI), and the Windward islands of the Caribbean.

DOES SHE CHARTER FOR REGATTAS?

Yes, Parsifal III offers special request charters.  For instance, regattas, night cruising, event charters, and overnight anchoring.

HOW MANY STATEROOMS DOES THE YACHT HAVE?

She carries a crew of 9.  She accommodates 12 yacht charter guests in 5 cabins (3 doubles, 2 Twins, and 1 convertible cabin)

WHAT SPECIAL FEATURES DOES SHE HAVE?

She offers WiFi, DVD high definition and high resolution TV, Sonos audio system, AV system with a library of  hundreds of movies and tv shows, and a Playstation 3 gaming system.

AWARD WINNER

Congratulations to this amazing sailing yacht.  She receives multiple awards at the World Superyacht Awards 2006.  For example, Sailing Yacht of the Year Winner and Best Interior Design Sail Yacht Winner. Showboats Awards 2006 has her winning Sailing Yacht Interior.

IS PARSIFAL III REALLY ON BELOW DECK?

Yes!  Multiple families and guests enjoy charters aboard this beautiful sailboat during filming. Bravo TV’s Below Deck series makes PARSIFAL III (known affectionately as “ Par3 ,” by the crew) a household name.

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Perini Navi’s 53.8m Parsifal III listed for sale

The ketch sailing yacht has been listed for sale with alex lees-buckley of camper & nicholsons & perini navi usa for €20.5 million….

Parsifal III , the 53.8m ketch sailing yacht, has been listed for sale with Alex Lees-Buckley of Camper & Nicholsons and Perini Navi USA. She is currently lying in Palma and will be near Monaco prior to the Monaco Yacht Show, and at anchor during it. Her asking price is €20.5 million.

“Her volume and luxury interior offers a lot more than most sailing yachts in this marketplace”, began Alex Lees-Buckley of Camper & Nicholsons. “She has an excellent pedigree, she is very fast, she is very light, she has a carbon rig and a single engine. She’s had great successes at the St. Barths Bucket and the Perini Cup; every race she’s entered, she has either won or done exceptionally well in."

Parisfal III was launched at the Italian sailing yacht specialist’s facility in Viareggio in 2005 and was custom-built for discerning owners. She has a striking jet black hull, featuring the collaborative exterior work of Ron Holland and the yard.

“The main deck is unique in that you have a 360-degree view, because you can open up the panelling next to the wheelhouse. Additionally, if you stand in the salon, you can see forward, aft, and out both sides”, he continued. 

The classy Redman Whiteley Dixon-styled interior has accommodation for up to 14 guests in six en-suite cabins (four doubles and two twins with Pullmans). The owner’s suite can be split into two fully independent en-suite doubles and has direct access to the swimming platform via the lazarette. 

“Most sailing yachts this size can only accommodate 10 – 12 guests. Splitting the master stateroom into two is something we did for charter purposes and it has definitely helped her to be more in demand on the charter market than other large sailing yachts”, Lees-Buckley continued.

He says that the bounce-back of the sailing yacht re-sale market this year is “inexplicable” and “baffling”. There were fifteen 30m+ sailing yacht re-sales in the first half of 2016 and five in the same time period in 2015.

“The marketplace for big sailing yachts is so unpredictable and it only takes two or three sales to really make a difference. It is a market that should only be analysed in three-year cycles rather than on an annual basis”, he pointed out.

In 2016 to-date, only two 50m+ second-hand sailing yachts have been sold: 51.7m Mondango 2 and 57.5m Twizzle . Camper & Nicholsons found the buyers for both.

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Billionaires are getting ready for summer with wildly spectacular superyachts

• Superyachts, the most expensive asset  a billionaire can own, are pushing the boundaries of luxury.
• The boats, which cost eight or nine figures, are getting larger and include more features than ever.
• From massage rooms to basketball courts, here's what the world's richest want on board.

For many wealthy boat owners, a private spa is a must-have on board. A sauna is a nice touch. A Jet Ski or two makes days at sea way more fun. And if you don't have someone on board who can whip up a Michelin-star-worthy meal , you might as well stay on land.

In the world of massive yachts , there's no such thing as too much. After all, if someone spends eight or nine figures to design the vessel of their dreams — or at least $500,000 a week to charter one — more is more.

"Yachting. It's not rational; it's emotional," Ralph Dazert, the head of intelligence at SuperYacht Times, told Business Insider at the Palm Beach International Boat Show, where dozens of superyachts — often defined as vessels over 30 meters in length — were on display.

And while there are certain classic features, such as jacuzzis and bars, what superyacht owners want is evolving, insiders at the show said. That might mean more crew members, more space for helicopters, or more water toys, but might also include manicure salons and putting greens.

"The bar of what is the baseline expectation has increased exponentially just over the last four or five years," Anders Kurtén, the CEO of brokerage Fraser Yachts, said. Clients are "spending more time on the boat and really wanting to extend the lifestyle they lead on the shore."

A lot of this can be chalked up to the pandemic. Superyacht purchases and charters spiked as life and luxury travel on land screeched to a halt. While the market has moderated slightly, the number of superyachts on order — 1,166 as of September, according to Boat International's Global Order Book — is still above pre-pandemic norms.

"What the pandemic really showed is that the appetite for being out there at sea, sort of living the marine lifestyle, is still as valid as ever," Kurtén said.

That means there's a lot of money on the water. The total value of the 203 superyachts over 30 meters delivered last year was $6.4 billion, according to data from SuperYacht Times. New custom builds from the world's most prestigious shipyards — Lurssen, Feadship, Oceanco , Benetti — can run into the hundreds of millions. Even used superyachts at the Palm Beach show cost as much as $75 million.

And it's not just traditional buyers like retired wealthy couples looking for a place to relax or celebrities looking for a place to party away from the paparazzi. New clients are often younger and have families, so want areas to work and watch movies . They also want pricey water toys, access to fitness equipment, or even pizza ovens for picky eaters.

"This would've never happened in the nineties," said Giovanna Vitelli, the vice president of the Azimut Benetti Group, the world's biggest producer of superyachts. "You would go with your beautiful woman, Champagne — the idea of yachting was much more showing off with your jacuzzi and things like that."

Pure opulence has made room for function.

When Benetti's Nabila set sail in 1980, its 50-person crew, gold-and-diamond-encrusted interiors, and lavish parties captured headlines and even inspired the Queen song "Kashoggi's Ship."(Seven years later, Donald Trump bought Nabila for $30 million , renaming her the Trump Princess.)

"Life on board was considered very formal — big formal dining rooms, boats were high on the water, you would be segregated from the rest of the world," Vitelli said, remembering another client who insisted on a replica of the Sistine Chapel above the dining table.

But the ostentatious, palatial-like interiors that used to be highlighted in yacht brochures have made way for lists of more functional features .

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Rather than esoteric novelties like an extra-large safe for rifles that one builder had to construct per a Russian yacht owner's request , the superyachts on display at the Palm Beach show featured basketball courts, saunas, and ice baths.

Owners want elevators and luxury gyms. Pampering options, be it a massage room, manicure station, or a professional-grade facial machine, are a dime a dozen. Some bathrooms have fancy Toto toilets, which can cost around $20,000.

Sterns (that's the back of the boat) used to be built high to guard guests' privacy. Now, they're built as "beach clubs" — an open swim platform.

And what good is a massage room if no one on board can give one? Many superyachts can hold twice as many crew members as guests, if not more. One broker, representing a boat that didn't have a masseuse, said it could be quite a "tricky" issue because if a charter wants one, they have to find someone who can massage guests and "pull their weight with the crew."

"It's not uncommon to look for a deckhand who can also mix a martini, play an instrument, maybe entertain the guests with singing, and ideally even give a massage," Kurtén said.

Of course, a crew comes at a cost . Most are considered full-time employees, requiring salaries and benefits like health insurance. Captains, first mates, and chief engineers often make six figures a year. That's without tips; a charter guest will typically spend six figures on gratuities for the crew who worked during a weeklong vacation.

For the superrich, there must be room for toys.

It's not just the onboard amenities that count. What's known as "toys" in the industry — water slides, eFoils, Jet Skis, and underwater scuba diving jets — are popular, and costs range from merely hundreds of dollars (banana boats) to millions ( submersibles , which are still popular despite the recent tragedy).

" Tenders and toys, the sky seems to be the limit," Kurtén said. "More is more."

Of course, if you can't fit all those toys in the yacht's storage space, you can just use another boat. Jeff Bezos' support yacht is a superyacht in itself, measuring 75 meters and costing tens of millions of dollars. (His main yacht, Koru , cost a reported $500 million.)

Support yachts are also faster, meaning the crew can get to a destination first and set up the Jet Skis, seapools, and the like, Dazert said. "By the time the owner arrives on the main yacht, everything's set up, and he can go and have fun."

Even tenders, the smaller vessel that brings guests from the ship to the shore, are getting glow-ups. The Nero, a 90-meter beauty available to charter for about $500,000 a week and modeled after J.P. Morgan's 1930s ship, has custom-built tenders to match the design. The most expensive ones often cost seven figures. Nero has three.

"It used to be a tender was a tender," Jeffrey Beneville, who handles yacht insurance at NFP, told BI. "Now they're called limousine tenders. Think of an incredibly luxurious gondola that's got a hard top so nobody's hair gets mussed when they're being dropped off at the Monaco Yacht Club ."

One thing that clearly hasn't changed in superyachting: showing off. If the boat next door at the marina has an indoor-outdoor cinema, it's natural to want one too. Ditto a wine cellar or helipad.

"It's a bit of a celebration of your success in life, of wealth," Vitelli, whose employer is behind the Lana yacht Bill Gates chartered for a birthday party three years ago, said. "You push it a little more."

And that's a boon for yacht makers and brokers catering to the superrich.

"Our job is to make clients' dreams come true," Kurtén said.

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Six presumed dead after cargo ship crash levels Baltimore bridge

BALTIMORE — A major Baltimore bridge collapsed like a house of cards early Tuesday after it was struck by a container ship, sending six people to their deaths in the dark waters below, and closing one of the country’s busiest ports.

By nightfall, the desperate search for six people who were working on the bridge and vanished when it fell apart had become a grim search for bodies.

“We do not believe that we’re going to find any of these individuals still alive,” Coast Guard Rear Admiral Shannon N. Gilreath said.

Jeffrey Pritzker, executive vice president of Brawner Builders, said earlier that one of his workers had survived. He did not release their names.

Up until then, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore had held out hope that the missing people might be found even as law enforcement warned that the frigid water and the fact that there had been no sign of them since 1:30 a.m. when the ship struck Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Moore expressed heartbreak after officials suspended the search for survivors.

"Our heart goes out to the families," he said. "I can’t imagine how painful today has been for these families, how painful these hours have been have been for these families."

It was a crushing blow to the loved ones of the missing men, who had waited for hours at a Royal Farms convenience store near the entrance of the bridge for word of their fate. 

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The tragic chain of events began early Tuesday when the cargo ship Dali notified authorities that it had lost power and issued a mayday moments before the 984-foot vessel slammed into a bridge support at a speed of 8 knots, which is about 9 mph.

Moore declared a state of emergency while rescue crews using sonar detected at least five vehicles in the frigid 50-foot-deep water: three passenger cars, a cement truck and another vehicle of some kind. Authorities do not believe anyone was inside the vehicles.

Investigators quickly concluded that it was an accident and not an act of terrorism.

Ship was involved in another collision

Earlier, two people were rescued from the water, Baltimore Fire Chief James Wallace said. One was in good condition and refused treatment, he said. The other was seriously injured and was being treated in a trauma center.

Moore said other drivers might have been in the water had it not been for those who, upon hearing the mayday, blocked off the bridge and kept other vehicles from crossing.

“These people are heroes,” Moore said. “They saved lives.”

Nearly eight years ago, the Dali was involved in an accident. In July 2016, it struck a quay at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges in Belgium, damaging the quay.

The nautical commission investigated the accident, but the details of the inquiry were not immediately clear Tuesday.

The Dali is operated and managed by Synergy Group. In a statement, the company said that two port pilots were at the helm during Tuesday's crash and that all 22 crew members onboard were accounted for.

The Dali was chartered by the Danish shipping giant Maersk, which said it would have no choice but to send its ships to other nearby ports with the Port of Baltimore closed.

The bridge, which is about a mile and a half long and carries Interstate 695 over the Patapsco River southeast of Baltimore, was "fully up to code," Moore said.

National Transportation Safety Board Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy said that her agency will lead the investigation and that a data recorder on the ship could provide more information.

"But right now we're focusing on the people, on the families," she said. "The rest can wait."

President Joe Biden vowed to rebuild the bridge and send federal funds.

"This is going to take some time," the president warned. "The people of Baltimore can count on us though to stick with them, at every step of the way, till the port is reopened and the bridge is rebuilt."

Speaking in Baltimore, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg echoed the president's promise.

"This is no ordinary bridge," he said. "This is one of the cathedrals of American infrastructure."

But Buttigieg warned that replacing the bridge and reopening the port will take time and money and that it could affect supply chains.

The Port of Baltimore, the 11th largest in the U.S., is the busiest port for car imports and exports, handling more than 750,000 vehicles in 2023 alone, according to data from the Maryland Port Administration.

Writer David Simon, a champion of Baltimore who set his TV crime drama "The Wire" on the streets of the city he once covered as a reporter, warned online that the people who will suffer the most are those whose livelihoods depend on the port.

"Thinking first of the people on the bridge," Simon posted on X . "But the mind wanders to a port city strangling. All the people who rely on ships in and out."

Timeline of crash

Dramatic video captured the moment at 1:28 a.m. Tuesday when the Dali struck a support and sent the bridge tumbling into the water. A livestream showed cars and trucks on the bridge just before the strike. The ship did not sink, and its lights remained on.

Investigators said in a timeline that the Dali's lights suddenly shut off four minutes earlier before they came back on and that then, at 1:25 a.m. dark black smoke began billowing from the ship's chimney.

A minute later, at 1:26 a.m., the ship appeared to turn. And in the minutes before it slammed into the support, the lights flickered again.

Maryland Transportation Secretary Paul Wiedefeld said the workers on the bridge were repairing concrete ducts when the ship crashed into the structure.

At least seven workers were pouring concrete to fix potholes on the roadway on the bridge directly above where the ship hit, said James Krutzfeldt, a foreman.

Earlier, the Coast Guard said it had received a report that a “motor vessel made impact with the bridge” and confirmed it was the Dali, a containership sailing under a Singaporean flag that was heading for Sri Lanka.

Bobby Haines, who lives in Dundalk in Baltimore County, said he felt the impact of the bridge collapse from his house nearby.

"I woke up at 1:30 this morning and my house shook, and I was freaking out," he said. "I thought it was an earthquake, and to find out it was a bridge is really, really scary."

Families of bridge workers wait for updates

Earlier in the day, relatives of the construction crew waited for updates on their loved ones.

Marian Del Carmen Castellon told Telemundo her husband, Miguel Luna, 49, was working on the bridge.

“They only tell us that we have to wait and that they can’t give us information,” she said.

Castellon said she was "devastated, devastated because our heart is broken, because we don’t know how they have been rescued yet. We are just waiting for the news."

Luna's co-worker Jesús Campos said he felt crushed, too.

“It hurts my heart to see what is happening. We are human beings, and they are my folks,” he said.

Campos told The Baltimore Banner that the missing men are from El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Mexico.

Active search and rescue ends

The Coast Guard said it was suspending the active search-and-rescue effort at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.

"Coast Guard’s not going away, none of our partners are going away, but we’re just going to transition into a different phase," Gilreath said at a news conference.

Maryland State Police Superintendent Roland L. Butler, Jr., said it was moving to a recovery operation. Changing conditions have made it dangerous for divers, he said. 

Butler pledged to "do our very best to recover those six missing people," but the conditions are difficult.

"If we look at how challenging it is at a simple motor vehicle crash to extract an individual, I'm sure we can all imagine how much harder it is to do it in inclement weather, when it's cold, under the water, with very limited to no visibility," he said.

"There's a tremendous amount of debris in the water," which can include sharp metal and other hazards, and that could take time, Butler said.

'A long road in front of us'

Built in 1977 and referred to locally as the Key Bridge, the structure was later named after the author of the American national anthem.

The bridge is more than 8,500 feet long, or 1.6 miles. Its main section spans 1,200 feet, and it was one of the longest continuous truss bridges in the world upon its completion, according to the National Steel Bridge Alliance .

About 31,000 vehicles a day use the bridge, which equals 11.3 million vehicles per year, according to the Maryland Transportation Authority.

The river and the Port of Baltimore are both key to the shipping industry on the East Coast, generating more than $3.3 billion a year and directly employing more than 15,000 people.

Asked what people in Baltimore can expect going forward, the state's transportation secretary said it is too early to tell.

"Obviously we reached out to a number of engineering companies, so obviously we have a long road in front of us," Wiedefeld said.

Julia Jester reported from Baltimore, Patrick Smith from London, Corky Siemaszko from New York and Phil Helsel from Los Angeles.

Julia Jester is a producer for NBC News based in Washington, D.C.

Patrick Smith is a London-based editor and reporter for NBC News Digital.

Phil Helsel is a reporter for NBC News.

Corky Siemaszko is a senior reporter for NBC News Digital.

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The Dali was just starting a 27-day voyage.

The ship had spent two days in Baltimore’s port before setting off.

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The Dali was less than 30 minutes into its planned 27-day journey when the ship ran into the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Tuesday.

The ship, which was sailing under the Singaporean flag, was on its way to Sri Lanka and was supposed to arrive there on April 22, according to VesselFinder, a ship tracking website.

The Dali, which is nearly 1,000 feet long, left the Baltimore port around 1 a.m. Eastern on Tuesday. The ship had two pilots onboard, according to a statement by its owners, Grace Ocean Investment. There were 22 crew members on board, the Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore said in a statement. There were no reports of any injuries, Grace Ocean said.

Before heading off on its voyage, the Dali had returned to the United States from Panama on March 19, harboring in New York. It then arrived on Saturday in Baltimore, where it spent two days in the port.

Maersk, the shipping giant, said in a statement on Tuesday that it had chartered the vessel, which was carrying Maersk cargo. No Maersk crew and personnel were onboard, the statement said, adding that the company was monitoring the investigations being carried out by the authorities and by Synergy Group, the company that was operating the vessel.

“We are horrified by what has happened in Baltimore, and our thoughts are with all of those affected,” the Maersk statement said.

The Dali was built in 2015 by the South Korea-based Hyundai Heavy Industries. The following year, the ship was involved in a minor incident when it hit a stone wall at the port of Antwerp . The Dali sustained damage at the time, but no one was injured.

Claire Moses is a reporter for the Express desk in London. More about Claire Moses

Jenny Gross is a reporter for The Times in London covering breaking news and other topics. More about Jenny Gross