Top 10 Must-See Yachts at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2025

One of the largest yachts at FLIBS 2025, Casino Royale is a 74-meter Amels 242 with exterior design by Tim Heywood and interiors by Winch Design. Her sand-colored hull and sculpted tiers give her a commanding yet elegant profile. Key features on board the Amels yacht include a 6.5-meter infinity pool, a full-beam owner’s deck with private lounge and terrace, a lower deck spa, and a bar with dancefloor. With a 5,000-nautical-mile range and an internal volume of 1,790GT, she integrates a transoceanic performance with refined luxury. 

Built by Feadship and styled by Harrison Eidsgaard, Hampshire is a 66.25-meter custom superyacht known for her home-like aesthetic. Highlights include two helipads, a full-height atrium with floating staircase, a beach club with spa, and a private owner’s deck featuring a fold-out balcony and secret bridge access. Her New England-inspired interiors prioritize space and comfort over formality, with clever layout decisions that maximize light and openness. With a top speed of 18 knots and 5,200nm range, she offers serious capability wrapped in polished, understated luxury; a pedigree Northern European build tailored for real-life living.

Winner of multiple 2024 design awards, Entourage is a bold 60m Amels 60 with exterior styling by Espen Øino and interiors by Burdifilek. A refined follow-up to the owner’s previous yacht, she features long panoramic windows, a dimly lit sculptural staircase, and a serene palette of grey veneers and carved stone. Key highlights include a sundeck Jacuzzi, hybrid propulsion, and a full-beam beach club with mirrored ceiling and private access from the guest cabins. Delivered in 2023 and with a gross tonnage of 830GT, Entourage is a showpiece of calm, contemporary luxury with serious long-range capability.

Delivered as the fourth Amels 180 and refitted in 2019, Gene Machine is a proven 55-meter explorer yacht for sale with global reach and an impressive track record of scientific expeditions - including a voyage to the northernmost point reached by a private yacht. Her Tim Heywood profile houses a full beach club, sundeck bar, and hot tub, while interiors by Laura Sessa favor warmth and functionality across five guest cabins. A playful mosaic, panoramic lounge areas, and advanced onboard tech reflect her dual role as a family home and mobile research base. She’s a serious pedigree yacht with real-world capability and unmistakable personality.

Originally launched as Blue Ocean by Damen Yachting, Gene Chaser was the eighth and last yacht built on the Damen YS 5009 platform. She is a purpose-built support vessel designed to shadow Gene Machine on scientific expeditions. Outfitted with a laboratory, conference space, and expansive hangar, she is equipped for real-world research as well as offshore logistics. The 225-square-meter deck carries a 13-tonne crane, sub-capable tenders, and landing craft, while onboard accommodation supports scientists, crew, and up to eight guests. Damen’s Sea Axe hull and custom spec give Gene Chaser an edge as one of the most advanced support yachts on the water.

A showcase of German precision and design pedigree, Kaiser is a 60m Abeking & Rasmussen with a custom Bannenberg & Rowell interior inspired by Jugendstil and early 20th-century craft. Inside, you'll find inlaid woods, bronze detailing, and oversized bespoke furnishings - including a 2,000-mile-round-trip sofa. Outside, a deep-blue hull by Donald Starkey hints at her confident, ocean-going character. The spa pool is flanked by child-safe rails, and a slipway launch system allows the tender to deploy while underway - a rare engineering feat.

Making her FLIBS debut, GoldenEye is Mangusta’s GranSport 54 at its sharpest. Sleek, sculpted, and unapologetically fast, GoldenEye was designed by Alberto Mancini with a lean profile and 29-knot top speed that deliver sports car performance on a superyacht scale. A foredeck splash pool with a glass floor, a beach club that opens on three sides, and a full-beam master with private balcony elevate life on board. Inside the Mangusta yacht, glossy woods and panoramic glazing channel an understated Italian style. With seven cabins, quad MTUs, and a 4,200nm range, GoldenEye is a must-see for those chasing elegance with an edge.

Sleek, modern, and packed with smart features, Ela is a 49.8m Heesen 50m Aluminium FDHF built in 2021 with a fast displacement hull and striking plumb bow. Her Cristiano Gatto interior pairs leather, suede, and custom Italian furnishings with full-height windows and a relaxed, elegant tone. Standout amenities on board the Heesen yacht include a transformer swim platform, sun deck jacuzzi, outdoor cinema, and a rare full gym with sauna. Six guest cabins sleep 14, including a standout main deck suite with twin offices.

Making her global debut at FLIBS, Juanky is the first in the new Cheoy Lee 130 Explorer line - a steel-hulled, long-range cruiser built for serious ocean travel. Designed by Overing Yacht Designs with interiors by Sylvia Bolton, this 420GT expedition yacht features a rugged profile and 4,000nm range, paired with a relaxed, lifestyle-focused layout. A foredeck Jacuzzi, beach club, and sky lounge “cocktail bar” bring a social edge, while the covered flybridge offers panoramic dining with protection from the elements. With five guest cabins and a dedicated tender deck, this Cheoy Lee yacht stands as a capable, family-friendly platform with fresh pedigree appeal.

Castlefinn is the latest evolution in the acclaimed Mulder ThirtySix series - delivered in 2025 and showcasing the brand’s signature Dutch craftsmanship in a sleek 36m package. With exteriors by Claydon Reeves and interiors by Roelfien Vos, she brings understated elegance to life across 296 GT of volume. A highlight on board the Mulder yacht is the newly reimagined foredeck: a private lounge with sunbeds and a U-shaped sofa, perfect for sundowners with a view. Below, five staterooms sleep 10 guests in effortless comfort, while twin CAT engines deliver a confident 17-knot top speed.