The American billionaire who owns Instagram’s most popular superyacht is selling it for $47.5 million. Its new owner will enjoy a mansion-like duplex suite, an arsenal of toys, sumptuous gourmet meals served by an immaculate crew, and a massive social media following.

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There are superyachts, and then there is the Loon motoryacht, a masterclass in suave sailing experiences. This superlative sea-faring vessel can become an everyday routine for a deep-pocketed billionaire or billionairess, as the 223-foot Icon Yachts superyacht has joined the market with Jim McConville of Merle Wood & Associates.


The Loon yacht has been one of the most popular luxury vessels to charter and has a strong social media following to prove its popularity. With 185K followers on Instagram and 166K YouTube subscribers, the $75 million pleasure craft is quite a rage, and an influencer in its own right.

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Its videos garner millions of views, showcasing the high-end lifestyle of millionaires who enjoy their time aboard Loon while savoring Michelin-level menus, a stellar crew that includes a DJ, a plethora of water toys, and Starlink Internet. Loon is hugely popular for charter in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Bahamas, and became the first superyacht to accept charter fees in cryptocurrency.

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In addition to sleeping 13 guests in seven stately cabins, Loon wins their hearts by offering one sumptuous gourmet meal after another and seamless round-the-clock service that includes invigorating ice baths post-sauna.

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A video once revealed that the vessel stocks up on an astronomical $100,000 provision order in its freezers and cold storage rooms. The owner lives life king-size in a duplex suite offering a 180-degree viewing lounge and private terrace, while guests enjoy amenities like a main deck pool with panels of glass sitting pretty above the well-illuminated beach club. This is a lively space flanked by a bar, gym, and massage room.

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The 1,295GT yacht offers endless thrills that make one forget treasure troves. Four jetskis, Seabobs, wakeboards, scuba equipment, foils, and more towables and inflatables pack in enough adrenaline to last a week or more. Powered by twin MTU diesels, the Loon Yacht, owned by American billionaire Craig Leipold, boasts a top speed of 16 knots and a range of 6,000 nautical miles. It is listed for an asking price of $47.5 million, per Boat International.

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