Monaco is the world's second-smallest country, but only literally speaking. Once you get inside its .75 square miles, it's larger than life. A magnet for the 1%, the French Riviera city-state has a worldwide reputation for glamour and affluence.
In fact, one in every 56 people who live in Monaco has a $30 million net worth. When you couple such wealth with a prime location on the Mediterranean, it's no surprise that Monaco is also an iconic superyacht hub.
In addition to several events associated with the rich and famous, such as the Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters and the Monaco Grand Prix, Monaco is also home to the Monaco Yacht Show — the world's biggest superyacht event. Set to take place from September 25 to September 28, it's right around the corner, with yachts larger than 300 feet lined up waiting for prospective owners to buy.
From parties to the yachts themselves, here's how the 1% makes the most of the Monaco Yacht Show.
This year, the Monaco Yacht Show takes place from September 25 to September 28 in Monaco.
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Tickets for a one-day pass cost €280 ($328) online or €300 ($352) in person.
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It's arguably the most prestigious and high-end superyacht show of the year — 42 new superyachts are expected to make their worldwide debut this year.
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Around this time, the 1% descend upon Port Hercules in Monte Carlo in search of the perfect yacht. Here's how they spend their time there.
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Many of the rich stay at the Hotel Metropole, where a room can cost up to $41,000 a night.
The five-star Hermitage Hotel is another popular place for the rich to stay.
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Who can resist these interiors?
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But it's not the only place in Monaco full of views.
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It's not uncommon to see the wealthy get to the port via Rolls Royce.
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Or cruise through town via Ferrari.
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It's close to the port and has views like this.
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In 2017, the colossal 360-foot yacht Jubilee was the star of the show.
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But sleek tenders also steal the spotlight.
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Yacht crew work hard to make the yachts shine for prospective buyers.
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There's a lot prospective buyers look for when yacht shopping. Important question: Does the yacht have a helipad for the helicopter?
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And, of course, there's the exterior of the yacht to consider too.
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Once on board, there's a lot of wining and dining.
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Buddha Bar, a lounge, is another popular nighttime spot for those attending the show.
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But it doesn't always happen at the table.
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Guests are always dressed to the nines.
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While there's no dress code for the show, the organizers "reserve the right to expel any person whose attitude or clothing is judged to be incompatible with the standing and image of the show."
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At night, the rich are known to frequent parties on board. If they hit up more than one yacht, they're yacht hopping.
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But that's not where all the fun is at. Jimmy'z is one of the French Riviera's most popular night clubs — Leonardo DiCaprio and Lionel Richie have both been spotted there.
