Advertisement

2024 Boat of the Year

Oceanis 37.1

Beneteau 37.1: A Midsize Cruiser With Flair

Beneteau’s Oceanis 37.1, a featured nominee for Cruising World’s 2024 Boat of the Year Award, sails well with a shorthanded crew, making it a great option for a family, or a cruising couple who would like to host guests.

Italia 14

An Impressive Boat of the Year Ensemble Sets Sail

With sweet, early autumn sailing conditions on Chesapeake Bay, a strong fleet of 19 contenders competed for top honors in our annual Boat of the Year ­competition. Once the spray had settled and the votes were tallied, the judges awarded prizes in seven categories for monohulls and multihulls.

Elan Impression 43 at sunset

An Impression of Pan-European Harmony

Immerse yourself in the philosophy of Battista “Pinin” Farina as it comes to life in this harmonious blend of form and function, offering a spacious, light-filled haven for families at sea.

Rear of Elan Impression 43

Nominee Spotlight: Elan Impression 43

Join us as we take a closer look at the Elan Impression 43, the latest addition to the legendary Impression line, nominee for “Best Luxury Midsize Cruiser” in CW’s 2024 Boat of the Year competition.

Beneteau Oceanis 37.1

Nominee Spotlight: Beneteau Oceanis 37.1

The Beneteau Oceanis 37.1 completes the seventh generation of Oceanis cruisers, celebrating all of the line’s hallmarks while offering more sustainable eco-friendly sailing.

Vision 444 catamaran sailing

Nominee Spotlight: Vision 444

The state-of-the-art technologies that go into each Vision 444 run a lot deeper than their stately, head-turning, modern styling.

Hanse 510 rear

Nominee Spotlight: Hanse 510

The Hanse 510 touts a roomy cockpit, large but manageable sail plan, and peak performance, but perhaps what really sets this boat apart in its class is its endless options.

Jeanneau Yachts 55

Nominee Spotlight: Jeanneau Yachts 55

In this cool collaboration between Philippe Briand Yacht Design, Winch Design and Jeanneau, the Jeanneau Yachts 55—a 2024 Boat of the Year contender—sought inspiration from catamarans for space optimization.

Oceanis 37.1

Beneteau 37.1: A Midsize Cruiser With Flair

Beneteau’s Oceanis 37.1, a featured nominee for Cruising World’s 2024 Boat of the Year Award, sails well with a shorthanded crew, making it a great option for a family, or a cruising couple who would like to host guests.

Italia 14

An Impressive Boat of the Year Ensemble Sets Sail

With sweet, early autumn sailing conditions on Chesapeake Bay, a strong fleet of 19 contenders competed for top honors in our annual Boat of the Year ­competition. Once the spray had settled and the votes were tallied, the judges awarded prizes in seven categories for monohulls and multihulls.

Elan Impression 43 at sunset

An Impression of Pan-European Harmony

Immerse yourself in the philosophy of Battista “Pinin” Farina as it comes to life in this harmonious blend of form and function, offering a spacious, light-filled haven for families at sea.

Rear of Elan Impression 43

Nominee Spotlight: Elan Impression 43

Join us as we take a closer look at the Elan Impression 43, the latest addition to the legendary Impression line, nominee for “Best Luxury Midsize Cruiser” in CW’s 2024 Boat of the Year competition.

Beneteau Oceanis 37.1

Nominee Spotlight: Beneteau Oceanis 37.1

The Beneteau Oceanis 37.1 completes the seventh generation of Oceanis cruisers, celebrating all of the line’s hallmarks while offering more sustainable eco-friendly sailing.

Vision 444 catamaran sailing

Nominee Spotlight: Vision 444

The state-of-the-art technologies that go into each Vision 444 run a lot deeper than their stately, head-turning, modern styling.

Hanse 510 rear

Nominee Spotlight: Hanse 510

The Hanse 510 touts a roomy cockpit, large but manageable sail plan, and peak performance, but perhaps what really sets this boat apart in its class is its endless options.

Jeanneau Yachts 55

Nominee Spotlight: Jeanneau Yachts 55

In this cool collaboration between Philippe Briand Yacht Design, Winch Design and Jeanneau, the Jeanneau Yachts 55—a 2024 Boat of the Year contender—sought inspiration from catamarans for space optimization.

Advertisement

Email Newsletters and Special Offers

Sign up for Cruising World emails to receive features on travel destinations, event listings and product reviews as well as special offers on behalf of Cruising World’s partners.

By signing up you agree to receive communications from Cruising World and select partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy. You may opt out of email messages/withdraw consent at any time.

Advertisement