Inside Evan Spiegel’s $200 Million Superyacht, Bliss
Snapchat co-founder Evan Spiegel’s 95-meter (312-foot) superyacht, Bliss, represents a blend of luxury, technology, and understated elegance. Delivered in 2021 by Feadship, the vessel is valued at approximately $200 million and offers a secluded retreat for Spiegel and his wife, Miranda Kerr.
A Relatively Low-Key Billionaire’s Yacht
Although not as overtly extravagant as some other megayachts like Koru or Sailing Yacht A, Bliss was designed with a focus on subtlety, appealing to Spiegel and Kerr’s preference for a more relaxed lifestyle. The yacht was commissioned when Spiegel was 25 years old, making him Feadship’s youngest client at the time .
Design and Construction
Bliss was built in the Netherlands by Feadship, renowned for its custom luxury yachts. The yacht’s naval architecture and exterior design are the work of De Voogt Naval Architects, while the interior design was handled by Rémi Tessier. The yacht features a displacement ice-class steel hull and an aluminum superstructure, and is Polar Code certified for global expeditions .
Specifications and Features
- Length: 95 meters (312 feet)
- Guests: Accommodates up to 14 guests in 9 staterooms
- Crew: 20
- Volume: Approximately 3,000 gross tons
- Engines: Twin diesel-electric Caterpillar 3516E (3,004hp each) or MTU diesel engines
- Speed: Top speed of 17 knots, cruising speed of 15 knots
- Range: Over 6,000 nautical miles at 12 knots
Bliss is equipped with advanced features, including stabilization systems for a comfortable experience at sea. The yacht boasts three swimming pools and a well-appointed spa, alongside an array of water toys and tenders like jet skis and paddleboards .
Annual Operating Costs
Maintaining a superyacht of Bliss’s caliber comes with significant expenses. Annual running costs are estimated to be between $15 and $20 million .
Awards and Recognition
Bliss received a “Judges’ Commendation” at the Boat International Design & Innovation Awards, recognizing its exceptional design and engineering .
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