Four large yachts meet at the port to attend the start of the Malaga fair.

It is a common phenomenon at the Seville Fair, where every year large yachts sail up the Guadalquivir River and moor at its port to attend the event. However, this was not usually the case during the August festivities in Malaga, where four luxury yachts have moored this week at the megayacht marina on pier one. In fact, the last to arrive did so just yesterday. The most luxurious of them all, the Yas, has already been there for a couple of weeks; subsequently, Tatoosh, Zenobia, and Laul have taken their berths.

In almost all cases, their owners are regulars at these facilities, where they frequently visit, with passengers on board or with just the crew, for technical matters and provisioning. Therefore, there would be no major news here... were it not because passengers and crew members of some of them have told port authorities that this stopover aims to attend the Night of the Fireworks, which takes place today; as well as the first weekend of the Malaga Fair.

This has been mentioned to SUR by technical sources from the port, who highlight that some boats have come with their owners on board, or with groups of family members and guests. While in other cases, they are expected to receive during their stay here. And the reason for their visit is to experience Malaga precisely this weekend, to see the fireworks and enjoy the fair. The consulted sources also point to the fact that in many cases they have decided to return: "They are back due to their good previous experiences, and that is very positive."

Yas

The most luxurious member of this impromptu flotilla is the Yas. It is one of the largest to have passed through the capital's dock, measuring 141 meters in length; it is also one of the safest in the world (equipped with various defense systems). Although, as mentioned, this is not the first time it has chosen this destination, it has previously almost always done so in May. Now, being August, in the high season of Mediterranean crossings, it is likely traveling with a group of very high-profile passengers, although their identities have not been disclosed.

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Indeed, the Yas is one of the official recreational yachts of the crown of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The boat belongs to Hamdan Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, prince of Dubai and the Emirates. Known as Fazza, the 42-year-old young aristocrat is very active on social media, where he has more than 12 million followers. The vessel can accommodate more than 60 passengers and 56 crew members. It features a helipad, several pools, a spa, and, above all, the most advanced high-tech navigation and security systems. Its market value is close to 200 million euros.

Tatoosh

The Tatoosh is a familiar face in these waters. A superyacht measuring 92 meters in length that belonged to Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, now deceased. It offers accommodation for up to 12 guests in six suites, serviced by a crew of 35 people. Among its main attractions are a large pool, a helipad, various auxiliary boats of different sizes, and a gym, among other features.

Zenobia

The one that arouses the most interest regarding its possible (and regal) passengers is the yacht Zenobia. Indeed, Queen Camilla of England has been spotted vacationing in Greece aboard this vessel, which is owned by the Syrian-Saudi magnate Wafic Said, who is very close to the British royal family.

Otherwise, in reality, the Zenobia is not among the largest, with a length of 57 meters and an estimated value of 40 million euros. It can accommodate up to 12 guests and 15 crew members, and its equipment includes an indoor pool that also serves as a dock for auxiliary vessels.

Laul

It has not been possible to locate the owner of the yacht Laul. This is the smallest of the four that have arrived, measuring about 40 meters in length, and is very young, having been built in 2019. It can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 cabins, served by 7 crew members. It seems to be offered as a nautical charter for short-term rentals.

It features amenities such as an extendable beach club with a barbecue and a hangar for kayaks, paddleboards, and others. Its modern semi-displacement aluminum hull allows a maximum speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 12, with a range of up to 2500 nautical miles.