Magic Johnson with the crew of the Phoenix 2.Photo:Earvin “Magic” Johnson/Instagram
Earvin “Magic” Johnson/Instagram
Magic Johnsonjust wrapped up a luxurioussix-week yacht vacationwith his wifeEarlitha “Cookie” Johnsonthat saw family, friends and loads of celebs come and go from the deck of thePhoenix 2 superyacht.
Startinghis journeyin Antibes, France, the NBA legend made his way around the Mediterranean including stops in of Portofino, Capriccioli, Capri, Positano, Nerano and Sicily inItaly; the Corinth Canal, Mykonos, Oia, Kefalonia, Kalami andSantoriniinGreece; Montenegro; and Dubrovnik, Croatia.
Johnson was no stranger to luxury during his trip. The NBA legend made some quick day trips to world class hotels and restaurants like theSan Domenico Palace, Taormina,the Four Seasons hotel in Sicilythat was featured inTheWhite Lotus.While he didn’t stay at the hotel, prices for a night there start at $1,700, and the poolside restaurant where Johnson dined, offers a $33 salad and $22 cannoli.
The retired athlete had no need for overnight accommodations, though, thanks to his stay aboardthe Phoenix 2, a luxury yacht with charter prices that start at €1,150,000, or just shy of $1,255,000, per week, according toits website. For Johnson’s six-week experience, he likely spent around $7,530,000 on the yacht alone.
When going from destination to destination, travelers are able to enjoy the luxury yacht’s other amenities, including three pools, an indoor and outdoor movie theater, jacuzzis, a gym, a piano room, a bar and even a salon and wellness center for anybody in need of some extra TLC.
In addition, Johnson and his guests were treated to nights full of entertainment. One evening, the crewthrew a masquerade party for the basketball star and his family. Another night in Greece, they were treated to a “Greek god and goddess extravaganza." Johnson wroteon Instagram. “We had so much fun dressing up and dancing and Chef Daisy prepared an outstanding spread for us to enjoy!”
Cookie Johnson/Instagram
Johnson started his voyage with some of his famous friends, includingMichael Jordan,Samuel L. JacksonandJudge Matthis.
“Tonight we enjoyed an incredible dinner at the world-famous Da Paolino Ristorante aka the lemon tree restaurant in Capri, Italy!” Johnson wroteon Instagram. “AND I got to hang out with my great friend and the greatest basketball player to ever live, Michael Jordan, and his wife Yvette, Sam and LaTanya Jackson, Judge Greg and Linda Mathis, and John and Vicki Palmer.”
In a carousel of photos, the seemingly relaxed friends posed for a group shot. In another frame, Magic and Jordan smiled as musicians serenaded them at the iconic restaurant.
Magic Johnson and family show off Commanders merch during their Yacht vacation.Twitter/MagicJohnson
Twitter/MagicJohnson
”Cookie and I are excited to have our kids Andre, EJ, Elisa, our daughter-in-law Lisa and grandkids Gigi and Avery join us on the yacht!” Magic, 63, wrote alongsidea photoof the happy group, posed on the deck, in front of a dramatic backdrop of seaside cliffs.
All in, Johnson visited 5 countries and hosted 18 guests on board. And if the pattern continuesfrom years past, he’ll likely do it all again in 2024.
source: people.com
