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The Color Turquoise: Princess’ Anka

• By Michael Verdon
• Updated: July 7, 2017

Naming your yacht after your young daughters is a heartfelt gesture. Allowing them to choose a bold color for the vessel’s exterior takes parental love to a new level.

The Russian owner of the Princess 40M Anka christened the yacht after his daughters, Anna and Katerina, and then asked the U.K. builder to go with their choice of “turquoise island” on the hull. It is about as vibrant as Joseph’s Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and certainly as bright a coat of paint as any Princess has ever sported.

During her U.S. debut at Yachts Miami Beach, Anka probably collected more selfies than any other yacht. Yachtspotters literally stood in line to get a shot of themselves with her as the backdrop. She also has proved a popular charter vessel, partly because of the color and partly because she has a battery of water toys, a 10-foot-long swim platform and a comfortable flybridge. (And a professional Greek crew, but I’ll get to that later.) I loved being up on that flybridge during my day on board Anka , moored in a nice little cove on the Intracoastal Waterway near Palm Beach. I got a sense of what this boat is really like under her aquamarine facade.

The elegance began when I stepped into the ­salon from the cockpit. The salon’s wenge plank sole, high-gloss walnut bulkheads and Fendi furniture give the space a contemporary look that is as subtly refined as the exterior is bright and cheerful. Her owner requested an opaque glass wall aft so that light from the cockpit isn’t blocked, but the salon still feels like a private space.

On the builder’s other 40M yachts, columns separate the living and dining areas, but Anka ‘s owner went with an open floor plan. Sole-to-ceiling windows fill the salon with natural light, while foldout balconies on both sides add another 10 feet to Anka ‘s 26-foot-plus beam. Princess says its 40M has the most volume of any yacht in its class. With the balconies open, it sure does feel that way.

During the final year of each M-Class yacht’s fit-out, more than 100 craftspeople install the teak decks, build cabinets and joinery, fashion leather and wire  27 miles of cable.

I would add that if build quality is the measuring stick, this yacht is exceptional. The Fendi furniture and other interior appointments add a sophisticated, Italian flair, and Princess’ in-house craftsmen are the real heroes. Princess’ seven yards in Plymouth, England, build almost everything in-house to maximize quality control. The builder produces 26 models, from 39 feet to this 40M (131-foot-9-inch) flagship, which means the thousands of parts that Princess craftsmen create are an impressive total. The shipyard makes 237 types of doors alone. And more than 40 sizes and styles of them are found on Anka .

Forward on the main deck, the master suite has a library at the entrance with the bedroom beyond. A white leather oval on the ceiling matches the white oval-shaped carpet, which leads to the full-beam head far forward. A vanity is between the bedroom bulkhead and the head, which has his-and-her sinks, a spa tub, toilets and a shower. A Crema Marfil stone sole adds an extra dose of elegance.

Princess builds this 131-footer in five- and six-stateroom versions. Anka has five staterooms, and Pullmans in two of them mean accommodations for 12 guests on board. With both layouts, the second deck has a second salon abaft the pilothouse that connects to outdoor dining for 12.

After we anchored in the ICW cove, the crew brought food and drinks up to the flybridge, where the Jacuzzi bubbled and the Bose stereo system belted out ’90s tunes.

Anka ‘s crew of seven are Greek, warm and gracious. The stews chatted with guests as they refilled drinks and brought out plates of warm appetizers. As the afternoon sun gained height, some of us headed down to the beach club, changed into wetsuits and jumped in the water. Anka has a flotilla of water toys, including two Sea-Doos, stand-up paddleboards, scuba equipment, and a Williams jet tender powerful enough to pull water-skiers. For me, the must-have machines were the Seabobs, battery-powered water toys that pull a person either along the water’s surface or down into its depths. We spent a few hours letting the Seabobs pull us back and forth between the yacht and the clear shoals below.

When the sun lowered , everyone gathered at the dining table on the second deck for seafood and Greek wine. With stone crabs, lobster, raw fish and salads, the dinner could’ve been straight out of a taverna on Corfu — Dionysus would have smiled. The crew injected an Eastern Mediterranean sensibility into a stretch of water that’s about as blue-blood American as it gets, a skill that should come in handy while Anka is chartering in the Mediterranean during summers and the Caribbean during winters.

We were comfortable at anchor because Anka has TRAC fin stabilization. Had we wanted to rush back to the marina, the yacht’s twin 3,509 hp MTU 12V engines give her a top-end of 21 knots. We spent more of our time at her friendly cruise speed of 15 knots, however, and I wondered what it would be like to drop her down to 10 knots to take advantage of her 2,000-nautical-mile range.

Certainly, given her vibrant hull color, people up and down the East Coast would see Anka coming. And they would be right to want to snap a photo with this Princess flagship.

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If you want  to cruise inconspicuously in a charter yacht, Anka may not be your best choice. The hull of the 132-foot trideck from England’s Princess Yachts is painted a vibrant turquoise that is sure to draw attention wherever it travels. The color was selected by the yacht owners’ young daughter and dubbed Turquoise Island by the builder—maybe after the quirky, similarly colored landmark in London’s Notting Hill neighborhood. (It’s a combination flower shop and public restroom.)

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For both the building and the yacht, the color has proven to draw customers, not deter them: Anka is among the most popular vessels in the fleet of Princess Charter, the builder’s charter partner. It’s available in the Mediterranean during the summer ($166,000 a week, based on the exchange rate in mid-May) and the Caribbean during the winter ($135,000–$150,000 a week).

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Anka is the fifth hull in Princess Yachts’ semicustom 40M series, the brand’s flagship line. It was among the star attractions at the Yachts Miami Beach show in March, and while in the area, it hosted a small group of media members for a day. Anka was anchored in a quiet cove near West Palm Beach, far from its base of Cyprus.

All seven crew members, including the chef, are Greek. They created a warm, welcoming vibe for the guests, who were invited to explore the yacht’s five exterior social areas: the beach club, foredeck, aft main deck, aft upper deck, and sundeck. At the beach club, some of us tried out the snorkeling gear, paddleboards, Jet Skis, and Seabobs. Afterward we moved to the upper deck, where the 12-person dining table was laden with bottles of wine and huge platters of stone crab, lobster, whole fish, and salad. Following dinner, we adjourned to the sundeck, which is partially covered and outfitted with a six-person hot tub, a bar, lounges for sunbathing, and a pair of sofas. We were served coffee and digestifs while we enjoyed a sunset as brilliant as Anka’s hull.

Of Anka’s many gathering points, the beach club offers the most fun. The fold-down teak platform creates a deck for sunning or swimming, and the water toys stored in the adjacent garage range from Jet Skis to kayaks. Our group especially enjoyed the Seabobs—compact machines that can dive deep into the water or pull you along the surface as though you are bodysurfing. The yacht’s other social areas, on the decks above the beach club, provide space for parties, intimate dinners, or privacy.

Main Saloon

The saloon presents a sharp contrast to the exterior. With its wenge wood flooring and high-gloss walnut bulkheads, it’s as refined as the hull is bold. It features a formal dining table, Fendi Casa decor and fabrics, and furniture custom-made by Princess. The room is spacious, and it becomes even more expansive when you open the balconies that fold out from either side. The skylounge on the deck above is a smaller space where you can relax and watch a movie or read a novel.

Master Suite

Like the saloon, the master suite features Fendi Casa accents and wenge wood flooring. It also includes walnut furniture and joinery. The private office at the entrance to the suite is designed for work projects that cannot wait, and the large, wide windows on either side of the bedroom offer the yacht’s best views. The full-beam bathroom has two sinks, a spa tub, and a large shower. Cream-colored Marfil stone flooring adds elegance to the space. Anka accommodates a total of 12 guests in the master suite, the full-beam VIP stateroom, and three other rooms. One has a double bed, and each of the other two has twin beds and a Pullman that can serve as a third berth.

Builder: Princess Yachts   Delivered: 2015   Length: 132 feet   Cabins: 5   Guests: 12   Cruising Areas: Caribbean in winter; Mediterranean in summer

Weekly Rates: $135,000 to $150,000 winter; $166,000 summer (prices based on the euro–dollar exchange rate in mid-May)

Highlights: A full flotilla of water toys, a professional-grade galley, an expansive beach club, a spacious sundeck with a hot tub and outdoor bar, and an alfresco dining table on the upper deck.

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Motor yacht ANKA is a 30.45m (99'11") luxury vessel built by Princess Yachts and launched in 2019. She can accommodate up to 8 guests in 4 cabins, with a professional crew of 5 on board.

NOTABLE FEATURES OF ANKA: ~Flybridge Jacuzzi ~Flybridge and main deck wet bar ~Abundance of outdoor socialising areas ~Light and contemporary interiors ~Top speed of 25 knots ~Shallow waterways with draft of only 2m/6.8ft ~Air conditioning ~Wi-Fi

Guests arriving by tender will disembark onto the lower deck swim platform which is also large enough for sunbathing beside the water or spreading out with the water toys. A pair of stairways lead up to the main deck aft, where a sofa lines the stern joined by movable chairs and three tables join together to form one large raised setting for alfresco dining or outdoor lounging with hobbies. A wet bar to port will provide refreshments throughout the day, and a port stairway leads up to the flybridge.

Side walkways lead past the main salon, and there is a fold down terrace on the starboard side as guests make their way to the foredeck where there is a C-shaped sofa and drinks table on the bow and a raised sunbed behind.

The flybridge sun loungers line the stern and a Jacuzzi is placed immediately behind in the centre. This is followed by a forward-facing L-shaped sofa and two side tables to port, and a C-shaped sofa and elevated table to starboard shaded by the hardtop. The helm controls are forward to starboard with a wet bar opposite.

The lower deck places the crew accommodation forward followed by the guest accommodation amidships, the engine room aft and the tender garage in the stern.

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The Master suite is situated on the main deck forward, followed by the galley and main foyer amidships and then the combined formal dining area and salon aft. The dining table seats all eight guests. A glass sliding door leads out onto the side walkway and the fold-down terrace, and the aft salon interior provides a corner sofa to port joined by two armchairs, two footstools and a coffee table.

A pair of MTU 16V 2000 M96L engines each creating 2,636 MHP make a top speed of 25 knots and a cruising speed of 23 knots.

Yacht Charter Accommodation

The accommodation sleeps a total of 8 guests over 4 en-suite cabins: 1 Master suite, 1 VIP stateroom and 2 double cabins. The Master suite is placed on the main deck forward and comes furnished with a king-sized bed against the forward wall, opposite of which is a widescreen TV and desk/vanity. Two armchairs and a side table are placed beneath the starboard windows and there is a forward en-suite bathroom containing a wardrobe, two sinks, a toilet, bidet and a shower. The VIP stateroom on the lower deck is placed amidships to take advantage of the full beam. The room contains a queen-sized bed with a widescreen TV opposite, a sofa to port and a desk/vanity to starboard. Aft of the desk is a walk-in wardrobe and behind the bed is an en-suite bathroom with two sinks, a toilet, bidet and a shower. Forward of the VIP stateroom are the double cabins to port and starboard, and both have a double bed, a widescreen TV, a desk, wardrobe and an en-suite bathroom with a sink, toilet and a shower.

Charter Amenities and Extras

Tenders & Toys: ~ 3 x Seabob F5S ~ Jetski Seadoo GTR X ~ 2 x Kayak ~ 1 x SUP ~ 2 x Wakeboards (1child and 1 adult size) ~ Snorkelling gear

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M/Y Anka was built in 2019 by Princess Yachts. The yacht has been designed by the Princess Design Studio in collaboration with naval architects Olesinski. We are delighted to offer a charter experience on one of the most luxurious raised pilothouse yachts in the world.

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Length:                          100ft 3in (30.56m) Beam:                            22ft 8in (6.92m) Draft:                              6ft 8in (2.05m) Number of crew:          5 Built/Refit:                   2019 Builder:                         Princess Yachts Engines:                        2 x MTU (2 x 2217hp) Cruising Speed:          18 – 20 knots Economic Speed:       10 knots

Guests:                                 10 Sleeps:                                  10 Number Of Cabins:           5 Cabin Configurations:      3 Double, 2 Twin (can convert to double)

3 x Seabob F5S Snorkelling gear Williams DJ505 Jetski Seadoo GTR X 2 x Kayak 1 x SUP 2 x Wakeboards

Pricing: €90,000/ per week + VAT + APA

The charter fee generally covers only the hire of the yacht and crew, all other expenses are in addition to the charter fee. These additional expenses are covered by the Advance Provisioning Allowance.The APA is usually 30% of the charter fee (sometimes 35% if the yacht burns a lot of fuel or if you intend to do more than about 4 hours of cruising per day).The APA covers the cost of fuel, food, wines and liquors, dockage, communications, etc. Any APA not used will be returned to you at the end of the charter as you leave. On the other hand, if expenses exceed the APA (maybe excessive cruising so high fuel costs, requests of rare liquors, etc.) you will be expected to reimburse the yacht as you leave the charter. This is rare but you need to be aware of this possible expense.

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M/Y Anka was built in 2019 by Princess Yachts Ltd. Experience one of the most luxurious raised pilothouse yachts in the world. Her beautiful turquoise colour will mesmerise you . The flybridge is invitingly vast accommodating sun loungers, sofas, dining area and a wet bar. Her class-leading interior volume, her design and her prestigious handcrafted finish will take your breath away.

You and your guests will be cosseted with 5 beautifully appointed en suite cabins to choose from. This 5 cabin Princess 30M will be available for charter this summer in the Italian and French Riviera and from August and onwards in the Greek Islands and Cyprus.

Equipped with three Seabob F5’s, Kayak, an SUP, snorkelling gear, fishing gear and a one Seadoo GTR X unlimited fun in the water is guaranteed for all guests!

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98’ / 30 m | Princess | 2019 / 2020

Anka is a 98 feet superyacht featuring state-of-the-art, cutting edge technology, and the latest modern advances in yacht building. With 5 cabins, it sleeps 10 guests and accommodates up to 14 people on a day charter with a professional crew of 5. Built by a renowned builder, Princess , the superyacht Anka was launched in 2019 complete with ultramodern technology and innovative features.

Major Features

Promising contemporary luxurious comforts, Anka is a superyacht that is shaping the future of luxury yacht charters. From the unique exteriors down to the chic and modern interiors, the designers carefully selected the most stunning and tasteful furnishings, as well as finishes, to provide guests with relaxation and indulgence in mind.

Perfectly blending world-class technology with safety and entertainment in mind, Anka provides several opportunities for both fun and pampering on board. It is the top choice for discerning yacht enthusiasts looking for a superyacht with Spa.

Amenities and Toys

Anka is a game-changer when it comes to luxury yacht holidays. Equipped with more technology, gadgets, and cutting-edge innovations than the average yacht, you will truly feel like you’re sailing on board a masterpiece of yachting architecture. Below deck, you can find stately suites and roomy living spaces, offering you private, comfortable, and intimate relaxation after a full-day of exploring the most exciting destinations.

Anka stands out from the rest with an impressive range of watersports toys, including Seadoo Jet Ski and Seabob, for a holiday packed with fun and adventure. With more luxurious amenities and better service than a 5-star hotel, you can expect your VIP crew to be professional and discreet in meeting your every need on board.

Destinations

Anka is based in Mediterranean and sails to France, Monaco, Italy . While the yacht itself provides a first-class experience where all the modern comforts of yachting technology are present, the destinations offer another layer of discovery and exploration. Get to jump from one island to another, experiencing unique cuisine, ancient sites, and of course, exquisite natural beauty.

For the elite traveler who wants a glorious and cutting-edge superyacht that paves the way for extraordinary sailing, Anka provides you with a yacht charter that offers unparalleled comfort and luxury.

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