Kalizma

[1] Under the ownership of George Coats, 1st Baron Glentanar, she was offered to render services during World War I for the British Royal Navy.

Minona went into service in October 1914 as an auxiliary patrol Vessel and was equipped with armaments- 2-6 pound guns, 1-6pdr AA to aid in wartime efforts to fend off enemy U-boats.

Minona served as the flagship and base for His Majesty's Deep Sea Rescue Tug Services at Campbeltown, situated on Mull of Kintyre, Scotland, until December 1945.

The mid-1960s saw the MY Odysseia (now Kalizma) make headlines when Richard Burton acquired the yacht as a gift for his wife and actress Elizabeth Taylor.

Post refit, the classic yacht adorned an exquisite art collection that included works by Monet, Van Gough and Picasso, in addition to an extensive library as per the taste of her owners.

Kalizma held a place of affection in their hearts and served as a luxurious floating home to the famous couple.

[9] In April 2023, the Kalizma was involved in a shooting incident in the Gulf of Aden after the ship's security crew reportedly mistook the Yemeni Coast Guard for pirates.

[11] Among some of the celebrity guests entertained by Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton on board the Kalizma were Rex Harrison, Rachel Roberts, and Tennessee Williams[12] and also included the likes of Royalty, such as Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace of Monaco.

Almost a decade later, the Kalizma also played host to Peter de Savary's[13] royal guest Prince Andrew, during America's Cup Challenge in 1983.