"They are the smallest country in the world," he said of the global community of billionaire superyacht owners. FlickrThe level of wealth of superyacht owners vastly exceeds that of even the sports stars and celebrities occasionally pictured on board. Superyacht owners can be intolerant of even the tiniest error or delay, the source said, and staff operate to precise schedules. Bruce Bennett/Getty ImagesSpy drones and bugging devicesAnd embarrassing guests are far from the only problem superyacht owners face. The privacy of the vessels, and the wealth, fame, and power of their owners and passengers inevitably draw unwelcome attention.

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