Who Are All the Billionaires (with Their Big Boats!) in St. Barts This New Year's Eve?

Mar. 15, 2025

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Can you evencallyourself one of the world’s richest billionaires if your mega-yacht isn’t parked off the shores of St. Barts each New Year’s Eve?

For decades, the rich and famous (Leo DiCaprio! Jeff Bezos!) have rung in the New Year at the tony Caribbean island, and this year is no exception.

From hosting private events for friends on their swanky ships to heading to shore for performances and parties at luxury hotels (this year,Swedish House Mafiawill be playing under the stars at theGyp Sea Hotel), the wealthy love to come and play in the sun this time of year.

Leonardo DiCaprioand his girlfriend Vittoria Cerettihave already been spottedswimming on the isle, and TAO hospitality group founderNoah Tepperbergand his family have also been posting St. Barts snaps on their Instagrams.

Below, a look at who is in town — or at least, whose boat is in town — to ring in 2025 in super deluxe style.

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez

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TheAmazon founderand thechildren’s book authorhave been seen in St. Barts for the past three years, and for the past two, they’ve been aboardKoru,the 410-foot-long sailing yacht that Bezos bought several years ago for a reported $500 million. The ship sailed into the Port of Gustavia from the neighboring island of St. Martin on Dec 29, and has been anchored and ready to welcome in 2025 with the lucky few who made the guest list!

Eric Schmidt

Eric Schmidt, Founder, Schmidt Futures, on Centre Stage during day two of Collision 2022 at Enercare Centre in Toronto, Canada. (Photo By Lukas Schulze/Sportsfile for Collision via Getty Images).Lukas Schulze/getty

Lukas Schulze/getty

The former Google CEO’s yachtKismetis docked off St. Barth’s, though it’s unclear if he’s actually on board for festivities or if he’s chartered it out to others — the boat has been known to rent for a mere $3 million a week. The yacht has nine guest cabins, space for a staff of 40, a helipad, a spa, a sauna, a swimming pool, indoor and outdoor theaters, a gym and floor-to-ceiling indoor fireplaces.

Jerry Jones

Owner Jerry Jones of the Dallas Cowboys before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium on October 8, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. The 49ers defeated the Cowboys 42-10.Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty

Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty

The Dallas Cowboys owner’s yachtBravo Eugeniahas joined the masses of mega boats off of St. Barts, and the 82-year-old billionaire who initially made his money in oil (and is worth $16 billion) is a New Year’s Eve regular. No word on who will be joining him, but the custom ship, estimated at $225 million, can sleep 14 guests in 7 guest rooms.

Nancy Walton

Nancy Walton Laurie at a Cedar Lake dancers' practice. Laurie founded the contemporary ballet group in 2002.Steve Eichner/getty

Steve Eichner/getty

Jan Koum

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The Ukrainian-American WhatsApp creator and former CEO had his mega yachtMogambosail into St. Bart’s port over two weeks ago. The ship is 241 feet long, weighs more than 1,600 tons, and can accommodate up to 12 passengers and 19 crew members.

Hans-Peter Wild

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The Swiss-billionaire, who is the owner of Capri Sun, sailed his yachtGOfor some fun in the sun on Dec. 28. The ship cost a reported $90 million and costs $5-10 million to run annually.

Dr. Phil McGraw

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Cliff Lipson/CBS via Getty

Michael Jordan

Charlotte Hornets team Michael Jordan looks on as he addresses a press conference ahead of the NBA basketball match between Milwaukee Bucks and Charlotte Hornets.FRANCK FIFE/AFP/Getty

FRANCK FIFE/AFP/Getty

source: people.com