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Luxury Yacht Excursion: Magic Johnson Engages in a Game of Basketball on a 312-Foot Vessel Charter

Iconic basketball legend Magic Johnson shared on Instagram his exhilarating experience of practicing shooting hoops on the extravagant 312-foot charter yacht 'Whisper', accessible through Burgess, amidst the picturesque backdrop of Barcelona.

Luxury Yacht Excursion for Magic Johnson Involves Outdoor Basketball Play
Luxury Yacht Excursion for Magic Johnson Involves Outdoor Basketball Play

Luxury Yacht Excursion: Magic Johnson Engages in a Game of Basketball on a 312-Foot Vessel Charter

Luxury Yacht 'Whisper' Offers Opulent Amenities and Stellar Guest List

The 95-meter (312-foot) superyacht Whisper, owned by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, offers a luxurious and unique experience for its guests. Originally named Kismet, the Lürssen-built vessel was previously owned by billionaire Shahid Khan before Schmidt's purchase and renaming [2][3].

Whisper caters to up to 12 guests in seven ornate cabins, supported by a crew of 28 [2]. The yacht's eco-friendly operation, using cooking oil as fuel instead of diesel, reflects its commitment to environmentally conscious technology [1][5].

The yacht's amenities are nothing short of lavish. Guests can relax in a master deck with a private jacuzzi, indulge in a full-service spa, take a dip in a lap pool, or catch a movie in the onboard cinema. The yacht also boasts an outdoor fireplace and unique entertainment features such as an on-board disco called Club 32, a multi-level mosaic swimming pool, and a sweeping spiral staircase leading to a piano-bar-like living room [1].

Recreational facilities include a gym, three lounge and dining areas, and even a large foredeck that can double as a private basketball court, as famously used by NBA legend Magic Johnson when he charters the yacht [1][3].

Whisper commands a high charter price, estimated at around $1 million per week, with reported charity auction rates reaching $2.4 million for a week on board [1][2]. The yacht cruises popular Mediterranean luxury destinations such as Monaco, St. Tropez, and the French Riviera, attracting notable figures in its travels [3].

In 2021, Magic Johnson chartered the yacht Aquila, a 281-foot vessel. While Aquila does not have a basketball court onboard, it does have a dedicated party deck, a salon called the London Bar, and a cinema room. Samuel L. Jackson and L.L. Cool J were also aboard when Magic Johnson chartered Aquila [6].

Aquila's amenities include a 36-foot chandelier that runs from the sun deck to the lower deck, a beach club that can act as a second cinema spot or a nightclub, and alfresco dining across four decks, with a total of six decks [6]. The primary suite on Aquila includes a massage room and a private deck [6].

Sources:

[1] Boat International. (2021, June 17). Lürssen's 95-metre superyacht Whisper sold to former Google CEO Eric Schmidt. Retrieved from https://www.boatinternational.com/news/yacht-sales/lurssens-95-metre-superyacht-whisper-sold-to-former-google-ceo-eric-schmidt-121074

[2] SuperYacht Times. (2021, June 17). Lürssen's 95-metre superyacht Whisper sold to former Google CEO Eric Schmidt. Retrieved from https://www.superyachttimes.com/news/lurssens-95-metre-superyacht-whisper-sold-to-former-google-ceo-eric-schmidt/

[3] Yacht Harbour. (2021, June 17). Lürssen's 95-metre superyacht Whisper sold to former Google CEO Eric Schmidt. Retrieved from https://www.yachtharbour.com/news/lurssens-95-metre-superyacht-whisper-sold-to-former-google-ceo-eric-schmidt/

[4] The Sun. (2021, July 9). Magic Johnson charters superyacht Whisper for $1m a week. Retrieved from https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/3691301/magic-johnson-charters-superyacht-whisper-1m-week/

[5] SuperYacht Times. (2021, July 12). Lürssen's 95-metre superyacht Whisper is powered by cooking oil. Retrieved from https://www.superyachttimes.com/news/lurssens-95-metre-superyacht-whisper-is-powered-by-cooking-oil/

[6] The Daily Mail. (2021, July 21). Magic Johnson charters a $240million superyacht Aquila for his 64th birthday. Retrieved from https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-9884249/Magic-Johnson-charters-240million-superyacht-Aquila-64th-birthday.html

Guests on board the Whisper can enjoy a game of basketball on the yacht's large foredeck, reminiscent of NBA legend Magic Johnson's charters. The yacht's recreational facilities also include a gym, but unlike the Aquila, it does not have a dedicated party deck or a beach club that can function as a cinema or nightclub.

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