Created by the prolific French naval architecture firm Berret Racoupeau, with an open, inviting interior rendered by Nauta Design, the flagship of Beneteau’s Sense fleet is this scintillating 55-footer, which looks and feels like a much larger yacht. Like its sister ships, the boat’s liveaboard potential makes a lot of, well, sense. The Beneteau Sense 55 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase. Read a review of the Sense 55 here.

The topside focal point of Beneteau’s new Oceanis line is the central cockpit arch; it serves as the mainsheet anchor, the dodger and bimini frame, and provides secure handholds. Twin wheels and the award-winning fold-down electric transom are strong features. Several interior options provide style and comfort. The Beneteau Oceanis 48 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase. Read a review here.

As in Bavaria’s entire Cruiser line, the emphasis here is on options. For the 50, that means a choice of three, four, or five cabins; three or four heads; and interiors in bosse mahogany, oak, or teak. Fabric and upholstery? Choose from 11 different styles. For a production yacht, the level of customization is superb. The Bavaria 50 Cruiser is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase. Read a full review here.

With its lovely sheer line, generous sail area, roomy cockpit, elegant opening transom, and self-tending jib, the Alerion 41 is a cool new addition to the Alerion line. Down below, standing headroom and dual staterooms make the boat not only a  fine daysailer but also a great option for extended coastal cruising. The Alerion 41 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase