Roman Abramovich is a lot of things - billionaire, investor, politician, art collector, but the one thing he is not is - stingy about his money. The Russian Richie Rich owns the Chelsea Football Club and is, of course, one of the wildly richest people on earth. But very few people know how to spend their money quite like Roman does. From luxury yachts to mini-submarines, Roman has everything. Here’s looking at what he has acquired over the years.
1The famous Eclipse
Roman owns the swankiest luxury motor yacht, called Eclipse, which he bought in 2010. It’s the world’s second-largest luxury yacht and has two helicopter pads, 24 guest cabins, two swimming pools, multiple hot tubs and dance floors, and is the very definition of a party yacht.
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2Mega parking tab
When Roman became a granddad, after his daughter gave birth, he decided to anchor his yacht at a Manhattan terminal, which charges $2,000 for parking each day. And Roman, of course, had to pay the tab of $150,000. Cuz, how else do you park your yacht?
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3The fuel space
How much fuel do you think the famous Eclipse needs for its daily runs? Approximately $100,000 worth if fuel. In fact, for a day cruise, of six hours, the Eclipse needs $35,000 worth of fuel.
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4Super stabilization necessary
Eclipse is not just the world’s second largest yacht but also weighs 13,000 tons, and the superyacht requires a special stabilization system, which cost Roman some major millions.
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5Bulletproof everything
Roman is one of the most sought-after billionaires and thus needs immense protection. All the suites at the Eclipse, including the door panels, are covered in bulletproof glass and military scale armor plates. Can you imagine the kind of money it would take to bulletproof the world’s second largest yacht?
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6Missile defense
Speaking of protection, Eclipse also has an intensive missile defense system, built in German style, which is only the best defense manufacturing country.
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7Two helipads and a party pad
Roman’s yacht is not just restricted for his use, but serves as a major party pad for his rich and famous friends. Every year-end, Eclipse is boarded by his squad of friends and heads towards the Caribbean. Which is why the superyacht has two helipads and a lot of landing space.
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8An actual submarine
Did you know the Eclipse is equipped with a submarine, which is used by his guests for underwater tours? The mini-submarine is almost like a party submarine, as it travels with the ship and is used for entertainment purposes and not defence.
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9Multiple launch boats
Of course, while you’re staying at the Eclipse, you might want to head to the mainland for some shopping or go for a motorboat ride. Which is why, the yacht is equipped with three launch boats, which are used by guests to get around the sea.
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10Yacht or hotel?
Roman’s superyacht is not just a yacht but kind of doubles up as a five-star hotel It has 24 huge residential suites. He has even accommodated Russian President Vladimir Putin’s friends in his yacht.
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11The large crew
Eclipse is equipped with a large crew which has almost 70 members, which obviously includes waiting staff, engineers, cabin boys etc.
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12The swanky decor
Eclipse’s interiors are so flashy, it would put Ceasar’s Palace to shame. The party yacht is so high-end, and modern, that it is almost a tourist attraction. The expensive oak finish layouts and glass covered walls.
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13Luxe living space
Eclipse is a lesson in sea decor owing to its stellar interiors and vintage look. The superyacht doesn’t just have an entirely carpeted residential complex with all high-end amenities but looks like a beach house.
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14Two swimming pools
Eclipse has two indoor swimming pools, which the guests can use, if they are tired of the sea. The huge, expansive pools add to the incredible class of the yacht and also have hot tubs nearby.
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