America's 100 largest yachts for 2007. Information for America's one hundred biggest megayachts in 2007. Taipan is one of the largest yachts in America.

By Diane M. Byrne

#54: TAIPAN—172'0"

Our charter/cruising editor Kim Kavin just returned from a trip in Thailand aboard this yacht (a fitting destination, given the translation of "tai pan," which is "big shot," and her Asian decor." She features a great aft-deck lounge, with windows that can be removed to let cool breezes through. You can get a sneak peek at other rooms at www.taipan.org.

Y: 1982/1998; B: CRN, Italy/Rybovich Spencer, USA (refit); N: builder/Calhoun & Co.; H: steel; E: 2/1,220-hp Mirlees Blackstones

America's 100 Largest Yachts 2007