Aerial view of a large yacht passing through a canal in a Dutch town.
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A LUXURY superyacht owned by the US billionaire who transformed Starbucks into a global brand has been spotted squeezing through a murky Dutch canal.

Howard Schultz’s 254-foot yacht, named Pi, features a remarkable range of over 4,500 nautical miles and includes onboard spa amenities, such as a glass-bottomed swimming pool.

Aerial view of a large yacht passing through a canal in a Dutch town.
A superyacht called Pi passed through the Woubrugsebrug in the Netherlands on WednesdayCredit: Alamy
Howard Schultz speaking in front of the Starbucks logo.
The yacht belongs to Ex-Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, estimated to be worth $6b (£4.5b)
Interior of the Pi superyacht, featuring a spiral staircase and seating area.
The yacht has a sleek, modern interior

The huge yacht, believed to be worth $200m (£150m), can accommodate up to 12 guests in six cabins and a crew of 18 people.

Measuring an impressive 254 feet in length and 37 feet in width, Pi is recognized as the 183rd largest yacht globally, according to Wikipedia’s current list of motor yachts by size.

The vessel is powered by MTU engines, which make it capable of speeds up to 18 knots.

It features its own helicopter landing pad as well as various onboard luxury spa facilities.

Constructed by the Dutch shipbuilder Feadship, the vessel was handed over to Schultz at the 2019 Monaco Yacht Show, where it earned accolades for Best Yacht in Its Class and Motor Yacht of the Year.

Schultz’s net worth surpasses $6b (£4.5b), according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

He built the bulk of his fortune as the CEO of Starbucks, initially leading the company from 1986 to 2000.

Under Schultz, Starbucks grew from a small Seattle-based chain into a global coffee empire.

Schultz returned to the helm during the 2007–2008 financial crisis, after the company faced major store closures in a bid to cut costs.

He remained CEO until 2017, then returned briefly as interim CEO from 2022 to 2023.

The main salon of the superyacht Pi, featuring a large off-white sectional sofa and teal patterned rug.
The main salon of the superyacht Pi, featuring a large off-white sectional sofa and teal rug
Master suite aboard the superyacht Pi.
A master suite on the Pi
Aerial view of a large yacht passing through a canal.
The Pi superyacht is 254 feet longCredit: Alamy
Inside the invite-only superyacht ‘sea hotel’ with four-story penthouse – & another $450m ‘twin’ ship is on the way

It comes as the superyacht was spotted in Cornwall’s Falmouth harbour in May 2022.

Meanwhile, the luxury Four Seasons hotel franchise recently announced its plans to launch a superyacht cruise ship, dubbed the Four Seasons.

The superyacht promises to be decked with “sea limousines”, luxury restaurants, a cigar room and even a four-story private penthouse suite.

Set to launch in January 2026, the ‘sea hotel’ will sail on over 30 voyages in its first year, cruising through the Bahamas, Caribbean, and Mediterranean.

Seven nights along the rivieras of Cassis, France and Portofino, Italy, for example, will cost north of $25,000 (£18,500).

While reservations for the first voyages opened in January 2024, they are on an invitation-only basis for loyal Four Seasons guests.

The exclusivity is “driven by the need to manage extraordinary demand”, according to the luxury hotel franchise.

The Four Seasons superyacht, a luxury vessel with a four-story penthouse, sailing in calm waters.
Set to launch in January 2026, the ‘sea hotel’ will go on more than 30 voyages in its first yearCredit: Four Seasons
Seaview suite on a $450 million superyacht.
The 190-passenger Four Seasons will feature 14 decks and 95 residential-style cabins with ocean viewsCredit: Four Seasons
Illustration of a restaurant on a superyacht.
Passengers will be able to dine in the “Michelin-calibre” onboard restaurant – although only breakfast will be included in the priceCredit: Four Seasons
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