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2024 Boat of the Year judges testing the Hallberg-Rassy 40C sailboat

2024 Boat of the Year: Best Midsize Cruiser

The first of two four-boat classes in the BOTY 2024 competition, the Midsize Cruiser division was stacked with entries from a quartet of longtime marine-industry veterans, all of whom have been dependably delivering yachts in this size range for eons.

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.

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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.

2024 Boat of the Year judges testing the Hallberg-Rassy 40C sailboat

2024 Boat of the Year: Best Midsize Cruiser

The first of two four-boat classes in the BOTY 2024 competition, the Midsize Cruiser division was stacked with entries from a quartet of longtime marine-industry veterans, all of whom have been dependably delivering yachts in this size range for eons.

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.

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