I was Captain on board this boat 2000-03. we took her all over the Pacific, Alaska, Carib, etc. This Video is a tribute to the original Owner and Builder. Well thought out, quality, no frills; you don't need anything bigger!
Was she called Spada too back then or did she sail under a different name? I didn't know if the owners changed since then. Did you have a chase boat? I got out of crewing yachts in 99 and worked on a boat that was the same boat I had crewed on when I first got into yachting, but then name had changed. So my second boat I ever worked on was also my second to last boat I ever worked on.
"Probably the most beautiful superyacht I've ever been aboard" I thought you were exaggerating when the video started. You weren't. An absolutely beautiful yacht. The bridge is amazing. The quality and detail of workmanship is truly outstanding. I've seen a lot of videos of other yachts - some of them bigger and some certainly more extravagant and luxurious, with lots of 'wow' factor if that's your thing, but this is the first yacht I've seen that looks like it actually belongs to the seas. It is not just a luxurious floating hotel. It is a transmitter of a seafaring tradition. That it was designed and built by the Dutch, with their long tradition of shipbuilding and seafaring does not surprise me.
I agree. I like that he doesn't try to do all the fancy shit with drones and graphics etc. Straight up walk through, not too long and not too short. Perfect reviews!!
You really can't beat the nautical feeling you get from the traditional classics. The immensely expensive new modern boats, while featuring plenty of eye candy just don't encapsulate the true love of cruising the 7 seas the way it was done over the years of original discovery.
I appreciate the way Aquaholics covers a wide range of yachts. From the small budget owner operator, to the really big boats costing millions. This yacht is absolutely charming and beautiful. All the wood is so wonderfully crafted. I love the classic look and the warm home like feeling of the interior.
Hands down the best yacht tours on the net the level of enthusiasm that you express on your tours really kicks your videos into a class that no one else has been able to obtain. Just awesome and you still need Canadian socks.
That boat is beautiful! The cabinetry is endless - and so well done. It creates a more mature, classic ambience than the more modern yachts. The advantages of modern build techniques are obvious - bigger windows and less cluttered deck areas - but the feel of this boat is very different. It has an elegance and sophistication that they lack. I love it.
That’s a timeless classic. More of a mini cruise ship. Looks so safe and comfortable. Imagine parking a classic Porsche port side and embarking on that? Class. Great reviews Nick I really look forward to them.
I’ve passed this boat hundreds of times while docked in the Port d’Antibes. Never looked twice at it given proximity to the mega vessels like Dilbar, Barbara or Kingdom. She is an absolute gem. Thank you for taking us inside. She isn’t in Antibes this morning but I’ll be watching for her return.
Theres nothing like a classic look to a yacht. Feadship, burger,chris craft, & cheoy lee have always been my favorites! Lots of wood and beautiful classic features.
Just watched your top 10 super yachts for 2019, then came straight here! I concur, THIS is a thing of sheer beauty. It is a work of art, inside and out. My father was a carpenter (and a yachtsman too, I must add!) and so I always pay close attention to woodwork. Every piece of cabinetry on this boat is magnificent. Complemented by textures and fabrics that work seamlessly. What I REALLY like about this boat though is that, despite it being incredibly beautiful, it is not in the least bit gaudy or ostentatious. No impractical roll-top baths, or garish marble here! It strikes a perfect balance between beauty - particularly with its close attention to design detail - and functionality. Often a balance that is very difficult to strike. Done so here to perfection! Awesome presentation, as ever, thanks for uploading. I hope you've had a great Christmas! Peace and prosperity to you and yours for 2020 🌟👍
I cannot thank you enough for showing the entire boat including the galley and the crew quarters. Long distances can be difficult on the crew and I would want them to be as comfortable as possible. And who wants a grand yacht that is not ocean-worthy? As you said it is truly beautiful. Thank you for sharing
Thank you for the first (of so many) walk-through with descriptions and visuals that are informative without the usual hyperbolic rantings. Bravo, well done and extremely interesting.
Congratulations to Hakvoort and the owner of this beautiful boat for taking the #1 spot in your Superyacht top 10 for 2019 and deservedly so; it really is a work of art... Stunning!
Noticed the little fender cleats and holes on the walk around at 13:07. These are small things but it shows how much attention to detail was out into this beauty.
Nick your channel just gets better and better. Your enthusiasm is infectious and why not? That is an utterly brilliant piece of engineering and style. I simply adore it. Thank you for your wonderful presentation and attention to detail.
Of all the yachts I have viewed on your channel over the years, Nick, this remains the most outstanding. It is simply gorgeous. I would never come ashore.
What a beautiful boat! I believe the curves of the bulkheads adds to the beauty and flow of this yacht. Once again AQUAHOLIC knocks it out of the park with your fantastic videos! I have yet to see a comparable tour done by another organization.
THIS is the one that i think of, and have imagined about throughout my life when the word 'yacht' is mentioned. Your use of the word stunning several times is so very appropriate for this stunning work of craftsmanship. Thank you for another excellent tour of this most excellent ship!
"Left me speechless - but not quite" a classic Nick aphorism. (prefer the style of these socks with your shorts rather than the 2021 version) and she's certainly a lovely craft.
I've seen quite a few of your videos and I have to admit, this boat earned the title of "SUPERyacht." Very spacious with an amazing home feel and a place I could actually stretch my legs and relax on. I loved every inch of this boat.. From the decor to the design and layout. I agree with you 100%! This is the best I've seen you tour so far... And you have toured yachts double the price of this one and none of them even came close to this one.
I agree: one of the most amazing boats ever seen. Give me some millions and i would buy or build those boat. Buitiful and classic. Nothing like "look, i am here", more silent and elegant. Thanks a lot for that tour !
Thank you for showing this, Nick. She is the epitome of a proper yacht. What a lovely ship: she has style, quality and....class. So refreshing after seeing all these modern floating condos which tend to be the norm today.
The current field of modern yachts today is pretty amazing. But this one is a timeless beauty. A real "ship" feel which I think many of the yachts of today are missing. Amazing!
Nick you are right, this boat is worth looking at an the beauty inside is top level craftsmanship on its wood work and everything just flows straight and true. It leaves you with the feeling that you are home now and your able to relax and just enjoy the simplicity and beauty of everything from the wood work, natural lighting and the interior. Then think of the distance that you can go. This is truly a anywhere boat. Thank you for making this video for us to see my friend.
I’ve got tears in my eyes. Not sure whether tears of joy or envy. I’ve never really thought about being mega rich, but after seeing your boats. I think it would be quite nice. Thanks again Nick. Good job it’s Sunday and I can sit down for a bit to recover.
It's a Piece of Art, the yacht is just stunning. Good wood work, rounded corners are well done and everywhere, it's a real boat and not just expensive toy. The doors are amazing especially those sliding, the round ones.
Loved this yacht!! Loved the wood work and the comfortable simplicity of the furnishings without being gaudy or overdone. Of all the many video yacht tours I have seen, this is the one I’d get
Truly one of the most classic yachts that I have seen for many years, I had a friend in the early 70's who lived on a 100 ft yacht in Long Beach and this beauty brought back great memories. The only thing missing was their Grand Piano on the aft deck.
I have just revisited this video after your top super yachts of the year review, as with Zozo the 131, I had forgotten what a thing of beauty this boat is! A gentleman's yacht, almost a step back in time, stunning.
Absolutely amazing. I have to agree with you Nick - beautiful. She's showing her age, but in such a very positive way. The refit has definitely made her look sparklingly new. 🙂
I usually don't like the older yachts...but that saloon nails it!! Looks comfy as hell! I could easily ride out the 4 day cruise to st. Lucia aboard this boat.
Most beautiful interior I've seen. Wish you would have made this a longer video, as I am a peasant and this is as close to something like this I'll ever get.
Nick, I agree absolutely that this yacht is a work of art. This is certainly the most beautiful boat I've seen you showcase. The thing that leapt to mind was that, even though this is a spectacular motor yacht, the feeling is of a vintage sailing vessel. The abundance of superb woodwork really sets this craft off from any other super yacht that I've seen. It's easy to see that long-distance sailing on this boat would be nothing less that a joy. Thank you, Nick.
Whow whow,Nick. Last time I wrote a comment here I mentioned something about you having a big smile on your face !!! Now I’m sitting here, WITH A BIG SMILE,ON MY FACE !!! That yacht is the “mother” of all yachts,how could you find anything better than that boat ???? Well I wish you good luck Nick. Time to go and buy some lottery tickets. :) :) :) :)
Honestly this is the most beautiful boat. Imagine when this boat was built so fantastic. It is an icon of Luxury and Beauty. Is a boat i will gladly love to own. Thanks for this video
I was Captain on board this boat 2000-03. we took her all over the Pacific, Alaska, Carib, etc. This Video is a tribute to the original Owner and Builder. Well thought out, quality, no frills; you don't need anything bigger!
Awesome..!
Lucky man 😋
Was she called Spada too back then or did she sail under a different name? I didn't know if the owners changed since then. Did you have a chase boat? I got out of crewing yachts in 99 and worked on a boat that was the same boat I had crewed on when I first got into yachting, but then name had changed. So my second boat I ever worked on was also my second to last boat I ever worked on.
I agree. Stunning on the inside.
unless you have an ego problem...
"Probably the most beautiful superyacht I've ever been aboard" I thought you were exaggerating when the video started. You weren't. An absolutely beautiful yacht. The bridge is amazing. The quality and detail of workmanship is truly outstanding. I've seen a lot of videos of other yachts - some of them bigger and some certainly more extravagant and luxurious, with lots of 'wow' factor if that's your thing, but this is the first yacht I've seen that looks like it actually belongs to the seas. It is not just a luxurious floating hotel. It is a transmitter of a seafaring tradition. That it was designed and built by the Dutch, with their long tradition of shipbuilding and seafaring does not surprise me.
Unlike other boats of this size, this one feels warm, welcoming and homely. Thanks for this video!
Edit: finishing the video, I am simply star struck.
Such class, tasteful styling and detail. I would neither add nor take away anything. Well done indeed.
For mi this is the best Yacht-Channel on UA-cam!! Well done and detailed tours. You're making a great job!! Thank you!!
That's kind of you, thanks for watching! :)
I agree. I like that he doesn't try to do all the fancy shit with drones and graphics etc. Straight up walk through, not too long and not too short. Perfect reviews!!
Ocean Independence is extremely fortunate to have you showcase one of their yachts.
You really can't beat the nautical feeling you get from the traditional classics. The immensely expensive new modern boats, while featuring plenty of eye candy just don't encapsulate the true love of cruising the 7 seas the way it was done over the years of original discovery.
Who needs new yachts with big screen tv's and posh tech gadgets,- when you have this!
I appreciate the way Aquaholics covers a wide range of yachts. From the small budget owner operator, to the really big boats costing millions.
This yacht is absolutely charming and beautiful. All the wood is so wonderfully crafted. I love the classic look and the warm home like feeling of the interior.
Hands down the best yacht tours on the net the level of enthusiasm that you express on your tours really kicks your videos into a class that no one else has been able to obtain. Just awesome and you still need Canadian socks.
Thanks Ken :)
That boat is beautiful! The cabinetry is endless - and so well done. It creates a more mature, classic ambience than the more modern yachts.
The advantages of modern build techniques are obvious - bigger windows and less cluttered deck areas - but the feel of this boat is very different. It has an elegance and sophistication that they lack. I love it.
That’s a timeless classic. More of a mini cruise ship. Looks so safe and comfortable. Imagine parking a classic Porsche port side and embarking on that? Class. Great reviews Nick I really look forward to them.
Couldn't agree with you more.
I’ve passed this boat hundreds of times while docked in the Port d’Antibes. Never looked twice at it given proximity to the mega vessels like Dilbar, Barbara or Kingdom. She is an absolute gem. Thank you for taking us inside. She isn’t in Antibes this morning but I’ll be watching for her return.
Theres nothing like a classic look to a yacht.
Feadship, burger,chris craft, & cheoy lee have always been my favorites!
Lots of wood and beautiful classic features.
Wow, this really plays to the romance of the high seas, beautiful craftsmanship. I’ll take the classic beauty over the bells and whistles any day…
Classically elegant . Luxury doesn't need to be flashy. Lovely.
Just watched your top 10 super yachts for 2019, then came straight here!
I concur, THIS is a thing of sheer beauty. It is a work of art, inside and out. My father was a carpenter (and a yachtsman too, I must add!) and so I always pay close attention to woodwork. Every piece of cabinetry on this boat is magnificent. Complemented by textures and fabrics that work seamlessly.
What I REALLY like about this boat though is that, despite it being incredibly beautiful, it is not in the least bit gaudy or ostentatious. No impractical roll-top baths, or garish marble here! It strikes a perfect balance between beauty - particularly with its close attention to design detail - and functionality. Often a balance that is very difficult to strike. Done so here to perfection!
Awesome presentation, as ever, thanks for uploading. I hope you've had a great Christmas! Peace and prosperity to you and yours for 2020 🌟👍
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me too
This literally feels like something out of the mid 60’s. Absolutely stunning
I cannot thank you enough for showing the entire boat including the galley and the crew quarters. Long distances can be difficult on the crew and I would want them to be as comfortable as possible. And who wants a grand yacht that is not ocean-worthy? As you said it is truly beautiful. Thank you for sharing
I was lucky enough to be on this boat back in the Summer of 2014 - an experience that I'll never forget.
You never cease to amaze or disappoint with you videos. Once again thanks very much into how the 1% live.
You're very kind :)
That central lobby area is just a masterful piece of craftsmanship, from the design down to the joinery...magnificent!
Wow. That is a magnificent yacht. I love the classic ambiance. Flash and glitz are never a substitute for true elegance.
One thing I just discovered from a quick look up is that she has a steel hull. My appreciation of this fine vessel is just going up.
Thank you for the first (of so many) walk-through with descriptions and visuals that are informative without the usual hyperbolic rantings.
Bravo, well done and extremely interesting.
Congratulations to Hakvoort and the owner of this beautiful boat for taking the #1 spot in your Superyacht top 10 for 2019 and deservedly so; it really is a work of art... Stunning!
I agree it is one of the most beautiful boats you have taken us on a tour of. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Ok I'm convinced, this is the prettiest yacht of them all. I love the cozy feeling of the interior.
Noticed the little fender cleats and holes on the walk around at 13:07. These are small things but it shows how much attention to detail was out into this beauty.
Nick your channel just gets better and better. Your enthusiasm is infectious and why not? That is an utterly brilliant piece of engineering and style. I simply adore it. Thank you for your wonderful presentation and attention to detail.
Thank you! :)
Utterly beautiful.
The wood in the owners cabin is marvellous, really beautiful.
The woodwork is gorgeous. I can see why you are so impressed with this boat.
That yacht is stunning in every way. It’s classier than anything new. No brashness, just pure class. Thank you for the tour and video
That is a incredibly nice design and amazing finish. No compromises have been made with this yacht. Perfection
Truly is a beautiful boat - I shall be viewing this again....and again....and again........
Of all the yachts I have viewed on your channel over the years, Nick, this remains the most outstanding. It is simply gorgeous. I would never come ashore.
What a beautiful boat! I believe the curves of the bulkheads adds to the beauty and flow of this yacht. Once again AQUAHOLIC knocks it out of the park with your fantastic videos! I have yet to see a comparable tour done by another organization.
I totally agree, this probably the most beautiful boat I’ve seen so far.
THIS is the one that i think of, and have imagined about throughout my life when the word 'yacht' is mentioned.
Your use of the word stunning several times is so very appropriate for this stunning work of craftsmanship.
Thank you for another excellent tour of this most excellent ship!
Check out the recent Feadship video, if you liked this...
"Left me speechless - but not quite" a classic Nick aphorism. (prefer the style of these socks with your shorts rather than the 2021 version) and she's certainly a lovely craft.
I've seen quite a few of your videos and I have to admit, this boat earned the title of "SUPERyacht." Very spacious with an amazing home feel and a place I could actually stretch my legs and relax on. I loved every inch of this boat.. From the decor to the design and layout. I agree with you 100%! This is the best I've seen you tour so far... And you have toured yachts double the price of this one and none of them even came close to this one.
Not sure how I missed this one! Absolutely gorgeous
You have toured some beautiful yachts but I have to agree the classic lines of this one is Imo the best
This is my favorite yacht to date of all the boats you have been on. I totally agree it is beautiful.
I agree: one of the most amazing boats ever seen. Give me some millions and i would buy or build those boat. Buitiful and classic. Nothing like "look, i am here", more silent and elegant. Thanks a lot for that tour !
You're very welcome :)
Thank you for showing this, Nick. She is the epitome of a proper yacht. What a lovely ship: she has style, quality and....class. So refreshing after seeing all these modern floating condos which tend to be the norm today.
It is funny...out of all the things that this boat offers I keep coming back to the writing desk. I love it!
She has something warm, comforting, cosy and homely. It is very well done and really tasteful. Not gaudy, overdone but refined.
This yacht is beautiful. Such a classic look and charm to both exterior and interior.
This man is very passionate about boats which makes his videos stand out from other Yacht tour videos. Subscribed and highly recommended.
What a magnificent vessel. The standard of finishing is beyond words. Fabulous.
The current field of modern yachts today is pretty amazing. But this one is a timeless beauty. A real "ship" feel which I think many of the yachts of today are missing. Amazing!
Nick you are right, this boat is worth looking at an the beauty inside is top level craftsmanship on its wood work and everything just flows straight and true. It leaves you with the feeling that you are home now and your able to relax and just enjoy the simplicity and beauty of everything from the wood work, natural lighting and the interior. Then think of the distance that you can go. This is truly a anywhere boat. Thank you for making this video for us to see my friend.
I agree that is stunning, like you say. Simply beautiful. Great walk- through as usual thank you!!!
Thanks for watching!
I love the old classic super yachts that one is so spectacular I love all the woodwork the way they got everything set up
the finishing touch of the woodwork , just outstanding .Well presented video as allways
Classic in every sense,spacious,elegant,roomy and well equipped.a five star little ship.!!!!
I’ve got tears in my eyes. Not sure whether tears of joy or envy. I’ve never really thought about being mega rich, but after seeing your boats. I think it would be quite nice. Thanks again Nick. Good job it’s Sunday and I can sit down for a bit to recover.
Wow wow wow, what a yacht, a real beauty in a world of corporate design and production
It's a Piece of Art, the yacht is just stunning. Good wood work, rounded corners are well done and everywhere, it's a real boat and not just expensive toy. The doors are amazing especially those sliding, the round ones.
Not my style of boat but I can certainly appreciate the woodwork and the atrium is beautiful.
Now that is a wonderful ship. In my top 5 if not number 1 of all your videos. That wood it lovely and comforting.
Stunning boat! Perfect Sunday viewing. Thanks again, Nick.
Hands down the finest yacht you’ve shown. I’ll take that over the go fast boats any day.
Thanks Nick. Another enthusiastic tour.
How could you pass those gorgeous curved sliding doors without trying them?
Beautiful yacht with the best tour guide.
That is the most stunning boat/ ship i have ever seen and i want it!!........ If only i could afford to buy it :( lol
Thanks Nick, beautiful yacht.
You're welcome, it really was a pleasure!
the finish on this yacht is superb
Loved this yacht!! Loved the wood work and the comfortable simplicity of the furnishings without being gaudy or overdone. Of all the many video yacht tours I have seen, this is the one I’d get
Stunning! Very much an ‘old money’ boat. Beautiful craftsmanship!
I agree with you Aquaholic. The styling on this boat is stylish and classic. Amazing boat
Now, that's a boat, what a beauty! Thanks for sharing.
The design is awesome and the woodwork is beautiful.
like you say Nick...Just Wow...thanks for pointing this one out....2 baths...fantastic.
My pleasure! 🙂 I've a feeling there's a superyacht with three baths on the channel, but I don't recall which one...
Truly one of the most classic yachts that I have seen for many years, I had a friend in the early 70's who lived on a 100 ft yacht in Long Beach and this beauty brought back great memories. The only thing missing was their Grand Piano on the aft deck.
Hi Nick, I can see why you enthused so much about this boat, I agree, it's truly wonderful. A real Gentleman's motor yacht.
Wow.. thats pretty amazing. Thanks Nick
I have just revisited this video after your top super yachts of the year review, as with Zozo the 131, I had forgotten what a thing of beauty this boat is! A gentleman's yacht, almost a step back in time, stunning.
Agree 1000%
Absolutely amazing. I have to agree with you Nick - beautiful. She's showing her age, but in such a very positive way. The refit has definitely made her look sparklingly new. 🙂
I usually don't like the older yachts...but that saloon nails it!! Looks comfy as hell! I could easily ride out the 4 day cruise to st. Lucia aboard this boat.
I can’t emphasize ehough how much I love the woodwork on this yacht. Stunning! I love natural wood.
You said it a few times during the video...That boat is Stunning!
Most beautiful interior I've seen. Wish you would have made this a longer video, as I am a peasant and this is as close to something like this I'll ever get.
Nick, I agree absolutely that this yacht is a work of art. This is certainly the most beautiful boat I've seen you showcase. The thing that leapt to mind was that, even though this is a spectacular motor yacht, the feeling is of a vintage sailing vessel. The abundance of superb woodwork really sets this craft off from any other super yacht that I've seen. It's easy to see that long-distance sailing on this boat would be nothing less that a joy. Thank you, Nick.
Glad you like it!
Wow how did I miss this video, only watching it today, absolutely stunning, thank you for the tour.
Glad you enjoyed it
I agree with you. It is such a well laid out boat, with serious long range cruising capability. That bridge looked all business.
I'm not a fan of oldschool designs but WOW the craftsmanship is incredible in this one...
Whow whow,Nick.
Last time I wrote a comment here I mentioned something about you having a big smile on your face !!!
Now I’m sitting here, WITH A BIG SMILE,ON MY FACE !!! That yacht is the “mother” of all yachts,how could you find anything better than that boat ???? Well I wish you good luck Nick. Time to go and buy some lottery tickets. :) :) :) :)
Awesome ! This superyacht is a pure jewel !
I just finished looking at a 64 metre and then I saw this, the Classic Hakvoort. It is just so much more beautiful and romantic.
yes, the inside is a work of art, very beautiful.
I keep coming back to this one. Nice as the sunseeker 95 is, there's something about this one that draws me back.
What a wonderful looking yacht, nice walk thru!
I’m watching it again. And it is stunning.
Even after watching this several times I still agree with you Nick - WOW!
Honestly this is the most beautiful boat. Imagine when this boat was built so fantastic. It is an icon of Luxury and Beauty. Is a boat i will gladly love to own. Thanks for this video
Absolute star in your video tour catalogue, classic beauty.
I agree a beautiful boat, best one yet. I think to me it looks better than the more modern designs. Thanks.