Christina O - yacht charter
Seasonal charter rates
per week + expenses
per week + expenses
Accommodation
Guests
34
Cabins
17
Crew
40
Specification
Download the full brochure for the iconic luxury motor yacht Christina O to explore her beautiful interiors, guest accommodation, and full range of amenities. This comprehensive overview provides the best way to get a feel for a truly amazing cruising experience.
Group charters & corporate events
Christina O is suitable for private and group charters, corporate events, product launches, film festivals (Cannes), film sets, fashion shows, parties and weddings.
Superyachts are typically limited to carrying a maximum of 12 guests, in addition to the crew, when engaged in cruising activities. This limitation is based on international maritime regulations, specifically the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) convention, which categorizes vessels carrying more than 12 passengers as "passenger ships". These passenger ships are subject to stricter safety regulations and requirements, including those related to life-saving equipment, fire safety, and emergency procedures.
Christina O is unique because she is one of the few super yachts on the market with the capacity for up to 34 guests in 17 cabins. This means that the yacht is better suited to group charters where the guest capacity is three times the norm. This opens up the opportunity for organisations with larger groups of guests, resulting in greater efficiency and utilization, rather than the limitations of a single charter.
Christina O is suitable for private and group charters, corporate events, product launches, film festivals (Cannes), film sets, fashion shows, parties and weddings. She can also accommodate up to 120 guests at anchor on the spacious Compass Deck.
Our team will assist in organising group charters including food and beverage, entertainment, travel and hotel accommodation, and any other special requirements.
What makes Christina O unique compared to other luxury yachts?
She has a story... a fantastic story, and guests get to be part of it. They feel it. There is an emotional reaction when you go on board CHRISTINA O. It is hard to explain, but you feel a connection to many of the world's most important people who shaped our modern world. Sir Winston Churchill took 9 cruises on board as a valued and treasured guest of Ari Onassis. Churchill first met John F. Kennedy on board CHRISTINA in the port of Monaco in 1958. Jackie Kennedy joked to JFK that Sir Winston mistook him for a waiter due to his white dinner jacket. The young Kennedy had long admired Sir Winston, and had read his books as a boy. The meeting was repeated on board the yacht CHRISTINA in 1959 when JFK again came aboard in Monaco to meet Churchill... this time at Sir Winston's request, and their conversation is documented: Kennedy chatted with Churchill about his presidential ambitions, citing his Catholicism as a problem. Churchill replied: "If that's the only difficulty, you can always change your religion and still remain a good Christian," prompting a laugh by Kennedy. By this time, for sure, Sir Winston knew exactly who John F. Kennedy was.
Can there be greater achievements for a Greek from humble beginnings than to win the love of one of the most famous opera divas of all time, superstar Maria Callas? To follow that with the marriage to the stunning First Lady, America's sweetheart, Jackie Bouvier Kennedy, who became "Jackie O" with the celebration of the wedding on board CHRISTINA and on his private island Skorpios in the Ionian Sea.
Maria Callas
The story of Maria Callas is an important part of music history and people say "for modern sopranos, there
is BC and AC - Before Callas and After Callas.
Guests can get a unique insight into the life of this great artist, with a unique collection of letters and memorabilia.
The library is an extension of the Callas Lounge and is a great place for coffee or drinks.
The original Steinway grand piano in the Callas Lounge is available to use.
The Onassis Suite
Consisting of master bedroom, sitting room and bathroom.
There is a Sienna Marble fireplace, with an original Renoir painting hanging above it.
The Suite has excellent views and is positioned amidships for stability and comfort.
Guest Cabins
There are 16 guest cabins in addition to the Onassis Suite.
All of the guest cabins, except two, can be either double or twin. The bathrooms are the same in all cabins with the exception of the much larger Onassis Suite.
Although the yacht has a total of 17 cabins and is advertised for up to 14 guests, if there were a baby or young children sharing in their parents' cabin, the yacht conforms to the classification for up to 36 guests.
There is ample hanging space in the walk-in closets.
All the cabins are named after Greek Islands.
About Christina O
The 99.15m/325'4" classic yacht 'Christina O' by the Canadian shipyard Canadian Vickers offers flexible accommodation for up to 34 guests in 17 cabins and features interior styling by Apostolos Molindris & Associates.
Onassis epitomised the life of the superyacht elite, garnering a reputation as the original jetsetter, but following his death in 1975, Christina O fell into disrepair. Luckily, a meticulous restoration project led by a family friend of Onassis was completed in 2001 and, today, charterers can enjoy the resonance of her unique past with the ultimate in luxurious accommodation and on-board service.
For refined luxury and elegance, look no further than classic yacht Christina O. You'll feel like Hollywood royalty aboard this spectacular vessel. Guests have included John F Kenedy, Sir Winston Churchill, John wayne, Frank Sinatra, Marlyn Monroe, Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Her features include a dancefloor, beauty salon, spa, elevator and gym.
EXTERIOR DESIGN
Styled in the early fifties by Caesar Pinnau, the exterior of Christina O easily stands out among other superyachts on today's charter market thanks to her distinctive clipper bow, long sheer line, rounded superstructure and dazzling white topsides, and this is not forgetting her trademark, vibrant yellow funnel. A variety of vast open-air spaces across Christina O offer a multitude of options for lounging and socialising. The top level of the yacht, known as the compass deck, is well-primed for sunning, with a line of chaise loungers and a bar, while the spacious promenade deck below features an aft spa pool, and alfresco dining and bar setup. Most impressive is the main deck, where Onassis' swimming pool has been faithfully restored with its renowned Minoan bull and vaulter mosaic. What's more, the bottom of the pool can be raised to form a dance floor.
INTERIOR DESIGN
Christina O's expansive interior was completely gutted during her most recent refit, with notable artefacts salvaged and sensitively restored. After most on the main deck is the Lapis Lounge, named after its original lapis fireplace, which remains in place, and decorated in the style of an English country manor house. The main deck is also home to a dining salon with a 24-seater table, and the Aris Bar, which boasts its original rope-covered bar, whale fang bar handles and whale-skin bar stools. A majestic atrium with a striking mosaic of the Onassis omega logo then allows guests to access the two further salons on the promenade deck above via a spiral staircase.
GUEST ACCOMMODATION
Known as the Onassis Suite, the yacht's master stateroom stretches across the forward section of the bridge deck and comprises three rooms: large sleeping quarters, a white Penteli marble bathroom and a book-lined study. The latter is oak-panelled and boasts the original onyx fireplace, while the bedroom is illuminated by authentic Baccarat crystal wall lights, adding to its elegance. The other accommodation on board comprises 10 double staterooms on the main deck forward and eight convertible cabins on the lower deck.
ONBOARD COMFORT & ENTERTAINMENT
As well as her impressive lounging and dining facilities, Christina O also features a unique variety of leisure and entertainment facilities, particularly on her promenade deck. These include an oak-panelled library with green upholstered chairs and settees, and a huge saloon, boasting three large seating areas. This space can also serve as a ballroom, with a raised dais for the orchestra, as well as a cinema thanks to a drop-down screen and state-of-the-art sound system. There is also a glass-panelled gymnasium on board and a music room with a Steinway piano where Maria Callas and Frank Sinatra once performed.
PERFORMANCE & RANGE
Christina O is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by twin MAN engines, she comfortably cruises at 15 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 19 knots with a range of up to 5,000 nautical miles from her 329,000 litre fuel tanks at 10 knots. An on-board stabilization system ensures comfort when underway.
TOYS
Christina O has a good selection of water toys and accessories to entertain you and your guests whilst on charter. Principle among these is a Flyboard which is a must for any self-respecting thrill-seeker, prepare for supersize thrills - even beginners will enjoy the thrill of swooping skywards and 'dolphining' back into the water. Another excellent feature is a waterslide for guests of all ages to enjoy. Take to the sea on a Jet Ski offering you power and control on the water. If that isn't enough Christina O also features towable toys, kayaks, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. When it comes to Tenders, Christina O has you covered - with four tenders, including a Hacker Craft Limo Tender.
WHY CHARTER CHRISTINA O
One of the most iconic superyachts available for charter, Christina O is distinctly steeped in stories of the rich and famous, who have once graced her decks. She is an ideal choice for those looking for an opulent charter vacation, enhanced with the ambience of a magnificent past. Plus, capable of accommodating 36 guests, she is perfect for larger parties set to experience the extraordinary lifestyle of the Onassis years.