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HAVING A BALL

Inside Magic Johnson’s incredible Greek vacation on $1.1m-a-week superyacht with Samuel L Jackson and LL Cool J

MAGIC JOHNSON has wowed fans with yet another stunning summer getaway - this time featuring a $138m yacht.

The former NBA star, 62, headed to the sunny Greek Islands onboard the beautiful $1.1m-a-week rented vessel.

Magic Johnson and wife Cookie have been living the high life in Greece
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Magic Johnson and wife Cookie have been living the high life in GreeceCredit: Twitter @MagicJohnson
The pair documented their journey aboard a $1.2m-a-week superyacht
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The pair documented their journey aboard a $1.2m-a-week superyachtCredit: Twitter @MagicJohnson
Magic was snapped in Athens with LL Cool J (right)
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Magic was snapped in Athens with LL Cool J (right)Credit: Twitter @MagicJohnson
And Samuel L Jackson (back left) joined the gang for a raucous on-deck party
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And Samuel L Jackson (back left) joined the gang for a raucous on-deck partyCredit: Twitter @MagicJohnson

LA Lakers legend Magic has made luxury summer boat trips an annual event in the Johnson household.

His epic Greek adventure could be his best yet, with a number of A-List celebrities along for the ride.

Magic was joined by his wife Cookie, with the power couple now married for over 30 years.

And the loved-up pair certainly looked at home on their lavish $138m Aquila superyacht rental.

The incredible vessel provided the perfect base for exploring the Greek Islands, with Magic previously enjoying its comforts on trips to Croatia and Italy.

On the sun deck there's a spacious jacuzzi, day bar, as well as a massage room.

While a DJ booth allows the ship to turn from luxury cruiser to ear-splitting nightclub at the flick of a switch.

Should the sun get a bit too much, there's also a cinema room equipped with an 85-inch flat screen.

'IT HAS BEEN LIFE CHANGING'

And the 12 guests can run off their Pina Colada's in the huge gym, before settling down for a meal in the giant dining room.

Johnson and Cookie eased into their vacation with some fireworks on the deck, bringing their 4th of July celebrations to Europe.

While the pair updated fans on the cultural highlights from the sun-filled, including a visit to gorgeous historical sights on the island of Santorini.

Magic told his 5.3m Twitter followers: "Cookie and I at the famous Church of Three Bells of Fira in the beautiful city Santorini!

"Behind us you can see a volcano."

Things took a more bizarre turn as Johnson headed to Athens, teaming up for a viral photo with iconic singer LL Cool J.

The friends posed for pictures with swords, spears and shields outside the Acropolis of Athens, flanking a man in full Greek armour.

And just to prove how far-reaching his adventure diary had become, Magic even got a call from the Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

The former Laker said: "I told the Prime Minister it's been amazing and life-changing!

"From the culture, to the history and the food, everything has been exceptional!

"The people have welcomed Cookie, me, and our friends with open arms."

There was clearly a party atmosphere as the trip drew to a conclusion with Magic joined by Hollywood icon Samuel L Jackson for a Soul Train bash.

Decked out in colorful wigs and ties, the friends looked to be having the time of their lives in the Greek sun.

Johnson tweeted: "We are having a blast in Greece!

"We all got festive for our soul train line tonight and busted a move or two."

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Johnson has now returned from his travels and was at Dodger Stadium for the 2022 MLB All-Star Game on July 19.

The 6ft9 superstar is a five-time NBA champion and scored 17,707 points over a glittering thirteen-season career.

The incredible Aquila yacht costs more than $1m to rent for a WEEK
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The incredible Aquila yacht costs more than $1m to rent for a WEEKCredit: Burgess Yachts
The huge sun deck converts into a dancefloor with a DJ booth
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The huge sun deck converts into a dancefloor with a DJ boothCredit: Burgess Yachts
While inside there's a movie room to unwind after a busy day sightseeing
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While inside there's a movie room to unwind after a busy day sightseeingCredit: Burgess Yachts
Johnson has been married to wife Cookie since 1991
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Johnson has been married to wife Cookie since 1991Credit: Twitter @MagicJohnson
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