Billionaires' Luxurious New Year's Destinations

As another year approaches its end, the richest individuals around the globe are making their journeys via personal jets and colossal yachts, heading towards their favorite opulent holiday spots.

These affluent personalities have directed their sights towards the Caribbean haven of St. Barts, an island renowned for attracting tycoons and celebrities alike, offering extravagant accommodations with price tags only the super-rich can afford.

With picturesque views dotted by grandiose yachts and exclusive soirées under the fireworks over Gustavia, St. Barts has unofficially become the year-end gathering place for the elite echelon of society. Beyond this paradise, locations from Antigua to Cabo San Lucas remain favorites on the decadent New Year’s map.

Jeff Bezos

Sighted spending Christmas in Aspen, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos are reportedly bound for the Caribbean. His impressive yacht, Koru, stretching a massive 417 feet and featuring an exquisite swimming pool, has been located in the vicinity of St. Barts.

Mark Zuckerberg

Mark Zuckerberg’s vessel, Launchpad, boasting a $300 million price tag and spanning 387 feet, navigates the Gulf of California after leaving La Paz, Mexico. Accompanied by a secondary 220-foot vessel, this location near Cabo San Lucas is ideal with its scenic beauty and elite amenities.

Dmitri Bukhman

Over in St. Barts, Dmitry Bukhman’s yacht, Ahpo, makes a statement with its 378-foot length and luxurious offerings such as a piano, spa, and VIP cabin, embodying the lavish lifestyle of the cofounder of Playrix.

Miriam Adelson

Miriam Adelson's extraordinary $70 million yacht, Queen Miri, is gearing up for a departure from Philipsburg, Sint Maarten, heading towards Gustavia in St. Barts. It is equipped to accommodate up to 36 guests.

David Geffen

Anchored in St. Barts is David Geffen’s exquisite yacht, Rising Sun, extending 454 feet with 82 rooms. Originally a brainchild of Larry Ellison and Jon Bannenberg, this floating palace has been present in the region since early December.

Jerry Jones

Owner of the Dallas Cowboys, Jerry Jones has docked his luxury yacht, Bravo Eugenia, named after his wife, near St. Barts. This 358-foot vessel offers a lavish experience with amenities including helipads and a beach club.

Dona Bertarelli

Dona Bertarelli’s yacht, Dytan, notable for its $80 million cost and length of 241 feet, continues to navigate near Antigua, bound for Rendezvous Bay in Anguilla. Antigua and Barbuda remain a hotspot due to luxury resorts and modern developments.

Laurence Graff

Jewelry magnate Laurence Graff has his yacht, Juice, sitting close to Sint Maarten. Valued at $140 million, this yacht stands out with its design by architect Peter Marino.

James Packer

Famed Australian media tycoon James Packer, who teamed up with actor Robert De Niro for a new resort, sees his yacht, I.J.E., anchored in St. Barts.

Rupert Murdoch

Vertigo, linked to the Murdoch family, has been sighted in Barbados. With a striking design costing $50 million and a $5 million annual maintenance, its interiors are crafted by French designer Christian Liaigre.

Jan Koum

In St. Barts from December is Jan Koum’s opulent $220 million yacht, Moonrise, showcasing the wealth of the WhatsApp founder.

Graeme Hart

New Zealand's wealthiest, Graeme Hart, has the Ulysses yacht — dubbed the largest expedition yacht — anchored near St. Barts, reflecting his substantial packaging empire.

Eric Schmidt

Eric Schmidt, with his yacht Whisper measuring 321 feet and purchased for $200 million, is another notable presence in St. Barts.

Bob Iger

Disney’s CEO Bob Iger’s ship, Aquarius II, sails the Caribbean waters, having last been spotted near Anguilla, in the company of other billionaires’ yachts in St. Barts.

Joe Lewis

Joe Lewis owns the Aviva yachts, often navigating the Caribbean with one near Nassau and another close to Barbados. Known for his soccer and art interests, his time is often spent aboard his vessels.