Houstonian Tilman Fertitta, the billionaire owner of the Landry\u2019s restaurant and hospitality conglomerate and the NBA\u2019s Houston Rockets, is sailing away from his 250-foot-long (76.5 meters) superyacht.<\/p>\n
The yacht \u2014 named Boardwalk after the Kemah Boardwalk, which he owns \u2014 is on the market<\/a> with an asking price of 165 million euros, or roughly $192 million. Fertitta, whose net worth is estimated at $10.5 billion<\/a>, took delivery of the yacht in 2021. Aside from controlling a massive business empire, Fertitta became U.S. ambassador<\/a> to Italy and San Marino in May.<\/p>\n \u201cHaving only been used privately since her launch and maintained with the utmost care and diligence, Boardwalk is presented in immaculate condition,\u201d says Y.co, which is brokering the sale of the yacht.<\/p>\n A Landry’s representative provided CultureMap with a statement about Fertitta’s decision to sell the Boardwalk: \u201cMr. Fertitta\u2019s 252-foot Boardwalk from Feadship is in the Monaco boat show for sale because he is taking delivery of his new 384-foot motor yacht, Boardwalk from L\u00fcrssen next April.\u201d <\/p>\n The seven-cabin yacht can accommodate 14 guests and 22 crew members. Its cruising speed is 15 knots (about 17 mph), and its maximum speed is 18 knots (about 21 mph).<\/p>\n Boardwalk is known for its \u201ccombination of high-quality European craftsmanship and clever yet stylish American design,\u201d according to Boat International<\/a>.<\/p>\n Dutch shipyard Feadship built the steel-and-aluminum yacht, and Feadship\u2019s Studio De Voogt and De Voogt Naval Architects designed it.<\/p>\n Fertitta collaborated with Seattle designer Amy Halffman on what Y.co describes as the \u201ccomfortable, stylish, and sophisticated\u201d interior. According to Boat International, the interior design was inspired by Fertitta\u2019s Post Oak Hotel<\/a> in Houston, consistently named one of the best hotels in Texas.<\/p>\n Boat International says Fertitta \u201cis not just a serial yacht owner but a hands-on design enthusiast. His attention to detail is meticulous \u2014 from the curved overheads on the aft deck to carefully studied lighting that sets the mood and highlights artwork on board. He even influenced the layout to mirror his previous yacht, his beloved \u2026 Westport 164, to maintain comfort and familiarity while upgrading to larger volumes and amenities.\u201d<\/p>\n Among the amenities of the more than 2,000-ton yacht are:<\/p>\n Y.co says the lower deck at the back of the vessel \u201cis dedicated to wellness and adventure, featuring a beach and fitness club complete with a dive and watersports locker for unparalleled leisure options. Above, the sundeck is a striking focal point with a beautiful mosaic-tiled pool. \u2026 [The] elevated observation deck offers panoramic views, inviting guests to fully immerse themselves in the surrounding seascape.\u201d<\/p>\n The yacht also features a helipad. An Airbus EC130 helicopter is available for purchase separately.<\/p>\n\n