While the Carter-Knowles clan combine business and pleasure on the private jet, the yacht, it seems, is just for pure fun.

Jay-Z and Beyonc struggle along, making over $100 million dollars a year and with a combined net worth approaching $1.5 billion. It's tough at the top. And, trust us, they don't deny themselves the very best of everything. Beyonc gave Jay-Z a $40 million private jet for his first Father's Day. Jay-Z gave Queen B a private island in the Bahamas. It called how the other half lives, the A-list high life.

And so they could sail up to their island paradise in style, they bought a $70 million 212 Galactica yacht! Jay-Z bought it as a birthday present for Bey. Well, the plane was no use on the island. See, there's no runway.

While the Carter-Knowles clan combine business and pleasure on the private jet, the yacht, it seems, is just for pure fun. It has sun deck aplenty and shaded spots where you can sip champers and eat canaps.

And inside? The interior is luxurious and custom-designed and comes complete with guest rooms, a fully-beamed master bedroom, and a fully equipped kitchen.

And it seems that the salty sea eye makes Jay-Z and Beyonc a little frisky at times! Lately, the couple has been spotted on a $200 million dollar plus superyacht. If you are interested, you can charter the 213-foot $40 million Galactica for a mere half-million a week! You can take your friends and split the cost. We advise you get your reservations early. There's bound to be high demand at that price.

Here's a look inside Jay-Z and Beyonc's life on the high seas. It's tough, but somebody's got to do it.

The Netherlands-built Galactica yacht cost Jay-Z and Beyonc $70 million. And it's worth every penny. The good ship Galactica is 213-feet of seagoing luxury.

Even better, the yacht has room for 12 guests. So, friends and family can come along and enjoy the fun.

The guest-rooms are to die for, having been customed designed. The full-beamed master suite has its own private balcony. And there's a VIP suite on the top deck. Really? Who could possibly be more important that Jay-Z and Queen B? We hear Kanye West wants tooccupy it. Dream on.

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And don't forget that outdoor space. There's an outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, open and covered deck space, together with several outdoor sheltered dining spaces.

And Jay-Z and Beyonc don't have to lift a finger! There's a staff of 13 who takes care of everything. If a gourmet meal is needed, they just call the chef in the full-sized kitchen. Or Bey can ring for a server to pour more champers as she lounges in the Jacuzzi. And the captain and his crew do their best to ensure smooth sailing. And if Blue Ivy, Suri, and Rumi are along for the ride, the nannies are there to keep the peace.

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Jay-Z and Beyonc seem a little more relaxed and less high-powered on the high seas. They might bob around in a dinghy or just lounge by the pool or in the Jacuzzi. They sip drinks outdoors in sheltered hideaways. It's the perfect getaway deal.

But there must be something about all that fresh, salty sea air.

How can we tell? Well, there's a lot of PDA on the boat. They just can't seem to help themselves! And gosh knows what goes on behind the closed doors of the master.

Sometimes they use the yacht for a family getaway. Sometimes it just Jay-Z and Bey. But when they are of a mind to have a party, well they can take a dozen people with them and have a seagoing ball.

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Where the heck do they go? Well, there's Cannes, the Mediterranean, and the Caribbean to explore. Jay-Z and Bey can sit and enjoy the view or take the dinghy on to shore and enjoy the beach or the local nightlife. If they roll up to The Cannes Film Festival there are ample opportunities to invite friends and colleagues aboard for totally A-list parties.

Lately, Jay-Z and Beyonc have been seen cruising on a larger $200 million-plus yacht. This one has a beauty salon, a surround-sound cinema room, a helipad, and (believe it or not) a basketball court. It's only a matter of time before they invest in their next necessity, a helicopter. And they probably need a stock of basketballs. Overshoot the mark and you might just have balls bobbing in the ocean.

And with the advent of the new yacht, there's an opportunity for yacht wannabees everywhere. See, the $70 million 213 foot Galactica can be chartered at the bargain-basement price of around half a million -- a week! As we said, get your reservations in early. You wouldn't want to miss out!

Are we jealous of the Carter-Knowles, with their private islands and jets and luxury yachts? Don't be silly, of course, we are. Aren't you?

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Deb graduated with a B.F.A. in creative writing and is currently working on a low-residency MFA, with a focus on nonfiction and creative nonfiction. She teaches creative writing part-time.

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