The world’s 100 largest yachts for 2008. Information for the one hundred biggest megayachts in 2008. Alexander is one of the largest yachts in the world. The Power & Motoryacht 100 is a list of the world's 100 largest yachts.

By Diane M. Byrne

#5: ALEXANDER—400'2"

Built as a cruise ship, Alexander can still handily accommodate more people than most mega-size megayachts: upwards of 80 guests (plus a crew of 60). Imagine what her main dining room looks like when all passengers are seated together—yes, the room can handle it. Perhaps that's why she's long attracted heads of state and other VIPs for extended trips.

Y: 1965/1985; B: Luebecker Flender-Werke, Germany; N: builder; H: steel; E: 2/4,025-hp MANs

World’s 100 Largest Yachts 2008