Several of the world’s wealthiest and most influential figures have reportedly gathered aboard a luxury superyacht near the Croatian island of Mljet.
WhatsApp co-founder Jan Koum hosted Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and American media mogul Barry Diller aboard his superyacht Moonrise, which was anchored near the southern Croatian island.
According to Croatian media, Koum arrived at the yacht by helicopter on Monday, while Bezos joined him later that afternoon.
The meeting brought three prominent billionaires together aboard the same vessel in the Adriatic Sea, attracting attention along Croatia’s popular southern coastline.
Koum is no stranger to Croatia. The WhatsApp co-founder has regularly visited the country and his 100-metre superyacht Moonrise has previously been photographed cruising between Croatian islands.
The yacht was also spotted near Lopud and Šipan in 2021 and 2024. On a previous Croatian holiday, Koum reportedly travelled with Moonrise alongside two other yachts, the 74-metre Mogambo and the 55-metre Power Play, which served as a helicopter platform.
The 100-metre Moonrise was built by Dutch shipbuilder Feadship in 2020. Its exterior was designed by De Voogt, while French designer Rémi Tessier was responsible for the interior.
The luxury vessel can accommodate up to 16 guests and 32 crew members and is valued at close to €200 million.
Bezos has also spent considerable time cruising the Adriatic in recent years aboard his own superyacht, Koru. His Croatian travels have included stops at destinations such as Hvar, Mljet, Korčula and the Šibenik archipelago.
The appearance of some of the world’s richest technology and media figures near Mljet once again highlights the island’s appeal to the global luxury yachting community.
Mljet, known for its protected natural landscapes, crystal-clear waters and secluded bays, remains one of Croatia’s most sought-after destinations for high-end visitors sailing through the Adriatic.
