Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Escape to the Galápagos Aboard $500M Yacht Koru Following NYT Backlash
Photo: TMZ - Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez have been spotted in the Galápagos Islands, cruising aboard their $500 million yacht Koru and its $100 million support vessel Abeona — just days after a New York Times profile sparked a wave of public criticism.
The couple were seen going ashore on Isabela Island, walking barefoot along the beach and preparing for a hike to explore the region's wildlife, one of the main attractions of the volcanic archipelago.
The getaway comes in the wake of widespread backlash following the NYT profile titled "Someone Has to Be Happy. Why Not Lauren Sánchez Bezos?" The piece, which painted a glowing picture of the couple's extravagant lifestyle — from morning gratitude rituals at their $230 million Florida estate to unapologetic celebrations of extreme wealth — struck a nerve with readers at a time when many people are struggling financially. Social media erupted with mockery, with many calling the article tone-deaf. The Galápagos trip appears to be the couple's answer to the noise — a remote, off-the-grid escape where the only headlines are made by wildlife.
The Galápagos Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located roughly 1,000 kilometers off the coast of Ecuador, are renowned for their extraordinary biodiversity and the role they played in shaping Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection. Home to iconic species such as giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies, the archipelago draws visitors from around the world — though access is tightly regulated by Ecuadorian authorities to protect its fragile ecosystems.
