YACHTS & YACHTING
In terms of useful advice for anyone thinking of building a superyacht , Khan ’ s suggestions are succinct : “ I am biased , but I have been yachting for almost two decades , so I feel I have an educated viewpoint on this . The first thing you do is start with the best . That ’ s Lürssen .”
Like a number of owners before him , Khan has once again put his trust in the family-owned business and built more than one yacht with the German yard , the current Kismet replacing a smaller yacht launched a few years ago .
Kismet has travelled extensively , including to London on a number of occasions . This has to be one of the main draws of yachting : the ability to see so many new places . “ I have many ‘ favourite places ’, so I cannot choose which I prefer ,” says Khan . “ The way I look at it , cruising to any destination on Kismet is special . Wherever we end up , it ’ s my favourite place in the world at that time .” And when it comes to onboard spaces , the choice is equally difficult . “ The great thing about Kismet is that Lürssen made it possible to have multiple favourite places on board , depending on the environment , guests or event . If I were alone , I ’ d say it ’ s the eagle ’ s nest on the very top deck . When we have a party or 300-plus guests , then it ’ s the main saloon with the two-story lounge videos . However with family , it ’ s the bridge deck aft with the open air , beach deck and outdoor cinema .”
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