Eric Clapton is a legendary rock guitarist and singer-songwriter who has sold over 100 million records worldwide. He is also the owner of a luxurious yacht called Va Bene.
Va Bene is a 50-meter (164-foot) motor yacht that was built in 1992 by the Dutch shipyard Kees Cornelissen. It has a steel hull and an aluminum superstructure. The yacht is powered by two MTU diesel engines that give it a top speed of 22 knots (25 mph).
Va Bene has a cruising speed of 18 knots (21 mph) and a range of 3,000 nautical miles (5,500 km). It can accommodate up to 12 guests in six cabins and has a crew of 12.
The yacht features a luxurious interior with marble floors, mahogany woodwork, and a grand piano. It also has a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and a gym.
Features of Va Bene
- Length: 50 meters (164 feet)
- Beam: 9.5 meters (31 feet)
- Draft: 2.5 meters (8 feet)
- Gross tonnage: 499
- Power: 2 x MTU 16V 4000 M72 diesel engines, 2,500 hp each
- Top speed: 22 knots (25 mph)
- Cruising speed: 18 knots (21 mph)
- Range: 3,000 nautical miles (5,500 km)
- Accommodation: 12 guests in 6 cabins
- Crew: 12
Luxury amenities
- Marble floors
- Mahogany woodwork
- Grand piano
- Swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Gym
Comparison to other superyachts
Va Bene is a relatively small superyacht, but it is still a luxurious vessel. It is comparable to other yachts in its class, such as the 50-meter (164-foot) Sunseeker Predator 50 and the 50-meter (164-foot) Princess Y75.
Va Bene News
As of October 7, 2023, Va Bene is listed for sale by Burgess for €10 million. The yacht has been extensively refurbished since Clapton purchased it in 2005, and it is now in excellent condition.
Va Bene is a popular yacht among celebrities and other wealthy individuals. It has been featured in several magazines and newspapers, and it has been used as a backdrop for several films and television shows.
The yacht is currently docked in the Mediterranean Sea, and it is available for charter.