A Designer’s Yacht

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I’m sure many of you have heard of Wally Yachts, even if you haven’t had the pleasure of owning one of their (unbelievably expensive) yachts. Personally, I’ve never been a fan of boats or the open sea, but the crafts from Wally make me seriously reconsider that predisposition.

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Wally Yachts was founded in Monaco in 1994 by Italian Luca Bassani. In the nearly two decades since, Wally has become a world-renowned leader in luxury yacht design and construction, pushing the limits of the conventional design practices. Wally recently partnered with equally renowned luxury goods and design house Hermes to form Wally Hermes Yachts (WHY), generating concepts that break the rules of the opulent seafaring lifestyle.

Here are a few choice selections from Wally’s fleet:

Wally 55

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With four Volvo engines and a top speed of over 40 knots, the Wally 55 is the perfect combination of performance and pure relaxation. The sleek lines seem more fit for a Navy SEAL boat, but the comfortable open seating in the stern is rather disarming. The cabins below deck look like pure Swiss hotel. I never thought pampering and raw power went hand-in-hand before this.

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