Michael Jordan is soaking up the sun in style once again—this time on the shores of Sardinia, Italy.
Expensive Getaway
The NBA legend, 62, was recently photographed touching down on the Mediterranean island for another luxurious European escape, as reported by the New York Post. Dressed for comfort, Jordan wore a faded red T-shirt paired with floral shorts as he stepped off a private jet.
Joining him on the trip were his wife, Yvette Prieto, and their twin daughters, Victoria and Ysabel, both 11. Prieto kept it casual and chic in a white tank top and black sweatpants as the family made their relaxed arrival.
The Jordans are reportedly enjoying their stay aboard a $115 million yacht — adding yet another chapter to their jet-setting lifestyle.
Michael Jordan, wife enjoy lavish Italy getaway aboard $115 million yacht after NBA on NBC shocker https://t.co/8akK4Rw3d5 pic.twitter.com/WgcF1DgMUX
— New York Post (@nypost) June 11, 2025
Michael Jordan met his current wife at a Miami nightclub in 2008. They began dating shortly afterward and moved in together in 2009. They got engaged over Christmas in 2011 and married in 2013.
The group quickly moved from land to sea, where Jordan was photographed smoking a cigar in casual threads aboard his megayacht, worth a reported $115 million.
The 230-foot yacht, christened M’Brace and reportedly purchased in December 2022, accommodates 12 guests with a crew of 24 and cruises at 14 knots. For Jordan, whose estimated net worth reaches $3.5 billion, such luxury vacations represent the rewards of decades building a business empire.
Jordan typically vacations in Europe over the summer months, often attending exclusive events like the Google Retreat in Sicily where tech executives and media moguls gather.
These Mediterranean circuits have provided the mogul access to other international power brokers and investment opportunities useful to him as he continues expanding his business interests beyond basketball.
The trip comes shortly after a new deal Jordan made with NBC. The announcement of Michael Jordan signing with NBC Sports sent shock waves through the media industry last month. Kicking off his summer, the basketball legend announced his role as special contributor for the network’s NBA coverage beginning in the 2025-26 season. The surprise partnership marks Jordan’s first major television commitment in decades and positions him at the center of NBC’s ambitious 11-year NBA media rights deal running through 2036.
The financial terms remain undisclosed, though initial reports suggesting a $40 million annual salary were quickly debunked as inaccurate, according to Front Office Sports.
Regardless of specific figures, Jordan’s involvement represents a premium acquisition for NBC as they assemble a star-studded lineup including Carmelo Anthony, Jamal Crawford, and Reggie Miller to compete with established sports media giants.
The NBC deal represents classic Jordan business strategy — selective engagement with premium partners that enhance his legacy while generating substantial returns.
His statement emphasized the nostalgic connection: “The NBA on NBC was a meaningful part of my career, and I’m excited about being a special contributor to the project.”
A legendary addition to our team!
— NBA on NBC and Peacock (@NBAonNBC) May 12, 2025
We’re thrilled to welcome Michael Jordan as a special contributor to the NBA on NBC and Peacock. pic.twitter.com/Pjsq8tokfi
The partnership bookends Jordan’s iconic association with NBC’s NBA coverage during his 1990s Bulls dynasty when he helped create appointment television.
Jordan’s wealth foundation extends far beyond his legendary playing career, which included six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls, five MVP awards, and 14 All-Star selections. He spent his final two seasons with the Washington Wizards before retiring after the 2002-03 season.
The Jordan Brand generates over $5 billion annually under Nike’s umbrella, while his Charlotte Hornets ownership stake and numerous strategic investments continue building generational wealth.
The timing of Jordan’s Sardinia vacation underscores his sophisticated approach to balancing high-profile business commitments with personal leisure.
As Jordan prepares for his NBC debut this October, his Sardinia vacation exemplifies the work-hard-play-hard mentality that transformed a basketball career into a $3.5 billion empire.
