The latest addition to the Hanse line of sleek cruisers makes the most of its 13-foot beam, with a large, comfortable cockpit and easy to navigate side decks. Belowdecks, the bright and clean interior packs in a lot of comfort for a 36-footer. The 360 is available in three layouts, with a large owner’s cabin forward and L-shaped galley. www.hanseyachts.com

LOA 37’ 2’’; LOD 34’ 9’’; LWL 33’ 9’’; Beam 13’1”; Draft shallow 5’5’’,L-keel 6’9’’, Displ. 17,659 lb.; Sail area 656 sq. ft.;  Water 91 gal.; Fuel 42 gal.; Auxiliary 29 hp.

 Linjett 36

The 10th model from the Swedish Linjett Yachts is the first with a fixed bowsprit to make sailing with asymmetrical sails more efficient. The twin helms are located at the aft end of the large cockpit. Down below, there are two cabins and a large dedicated head with shower. www.linjett.se

LOA 36’; Beam 12’; Draft 6’5”; Displ. 14,991 lb.; Water 80 gal.; Fuel 40 gal.; Auxiliary 40 hp.

J/40

Family sailing has been at the core of J/Boat’s DNA since the first J/24 was launched in 1976. This new 40-footer carries on that tradition with a sailplan that is easy to control from the comfort of the cockpit, non-overlapping headsails and large off-the-wind asymmetrical sails that keep it moving in the light air. The handcrafted interior comes in a standard three-cabin, one head or two-cabin two head layout. Its fully infused hull, deck, structural grid and main bulkhead keeps it light and strong for offshore cruising. www.jboats.com

LOA 40’11”; LWL 37’; Beam 12’9”; Draft 7’3”; Displ. 16,900 lb.; Auxiliary 50 hp.

Catalina 356

Catalina has been building affordable cruising sailboats for 54 years. The new 6 Series updates its line of boats from 31 to 44 feet with Selden masts and rigging, redesigned bulb keels and new deck layouts with updated hardware and Edson wheels. New construction methods include the use of multiaxial fiberglass and carbon fiber in high load areas makes for a stronger laminate and a stiffer boat. www.catalinayachts.com

LOA 36’6”; LWL 30’2”; Beam 12’; Draft shoal 4’8”; Displ. 16,800 lb.; Ballast 6,200 lb.; Sail area 650 sq. ft.; Water 81 gal.; Fuel 30 gal.; Auxiliary 30 hp. 

Bavaria C46

Combining German engineering and Italian design, this 46-foot cruiser pairs easy handling and comfort with various interior layouts that include three, four or five cabins. There is even an option for a utility room with a washer and dryer. With a drop-down swim platform and extended cockpit, it is just as comfortable on deck. www.bavariayachts.com

LOA 47’6”; LWL 43’7”; Beam 15’4”; Draft 7’2”, shallow 5’7”; Displ. 28,065; Sail area 1,237 sq. Ft.; Water 146 gal.; Fuel 64 gal.; Auxiliary 57 hp.

Excess 13

The Beneteau Group launched the Excess line in 2019 with the aim of making a cruising catamaran with better sailing performance without minimizing comfort. The latest Excess 13 refined the concept with owner feedback that includes drop-down swim platforms, freshwater catchment systems and modern power management that makes ocean passages more comfortable. Available in a three or four cabin layout, the 13’s interior is bathed in natural light. www.excess-catamarans.com 

LOA 50’2”; LWL 42’7”; Beam 23’9”; Draft 4’10”; Displ. 23,369 lb.; Sail area 1,237 sq. ft.; Water 79 gal.; Fuel 106 gal.; Auxiliary twin 40 hp.

XR41

The Danish manufacturer X-Yachts always puts a premium on performance, especially in its line of racers. The XR41 is optimized for ORC racing, and was designed in collaboration with racing skipper Jesper Radich, who will campaign hull No. 1 on the European ORC circuit. The XR41 will be available in Race and Sport models. www.x-yachts.com

LOA 47’10”; LWL 38’5”; Beam 13’9”; Draft 7’8”; Displ. 15,763 lb.; Ballast 5,842 lb.; Sail area 1,162 sq. ft.; Water 54 gal.; Fuel 30 gal.; Auxiliary 30 hp.

Swan 51

Nautor Swan’s long collaboration with German Frers Yacht Design has produced some of the most beloved cruising and racing yachts. Now comes the new 51-footer, an evolution of the Swan 51 first launched in 1981. With an eye to pure performance, the new 51 has twin rudders, a drop-down swim platform, sleek deck and comes in three models: Comfort, Cruise and Sport. www.nautorswan.com

LOA 55’6”; LOD 51’’; LWL 48’2”; Beam 15’11”; Draft 8’; Displ. 39,700 lb.; Ballast 13,900 lb.; Water 132 gal.; Fuel 172 gal.; Auxiliary 80-hp.

Nautitech 48 Open

This sleek French cruising catamaran blends sprightly performance with cruising comfort. The Open in its name stands for the open concept of the saloon and the aft cockpit. A bar area is located on centerline, between the navigation station and refrigerators. The nicely appointed U-shaped galley has plenty of counter space. There are several cabin plans that include an option for a flexible space for storage and utility. There is good visibility of the sails from the aft helm stations. www.nautitechcatamarans.com

LOA 48’1”; Beam 26’2”; Draft 5’1”; Displ. 29,768 lb.; Sail area 1,399 sq. ft.; Auxiliary twin 60-hp; Fuel 158 gal.; Water 158 gal.

Leopard 46 Electric

The exciting new Robertson and Caine designed cruising cat takes an innovative leap with its Hybrid electric drive for sustainable cruising and integrated solar panels for reduce reliance on generators. The aft cockpit flows seamlessly into the elegantly appointed saloon. The interior layouts include a three-cabin with a utility room, four or five cabin configurations. The optional lifting tender platform makes launchings easier. www.leopardcatamarans.com

LOA 47’6”; LWL 44’; Beam 24’1’; Draft 5’5”; Displ. 37,939 lb.; Sail area 931 sq. ft., square top 1,014 sq. ft.; Water 185 gal.; Fuel 182 gal.; Auxiliary 45 hp.

Xquisite Sixty Solar Sail

Xquisite Yachts launched its new 60-foot luxury sailing catamaran with a solar/diesel/electric hybrid propulsion system that will get you cruising off the grid without relying on the constant hum of a generator. This Dixon Yacht Design can easily be sailed shorthanded, yet provides plenty of performance to make quick work of long passages. Water toys such as paddleboards and scuba tanks are stored on deck in nifty lockers. The sleek interior has endless options. www.xquisiteyachts.com

LOA 61’8”; LWL 56’5”; Beam: 29’2”; Draft 5’5”; Displ. 48,000 lb.; Sail area 2,325 sq. ft.

Lagoon Eighty-2

Lagoon’s latest flagship was designed to maximize the space with creature comforts. From the almost full beam and open flybridge to cockpit lounge area, the views are expansive. The innovative swim platform can be raised and lowered into different configurations depending on the use such as launching jet skis or a tender, or to create more deck space for entertaining. The vast saloon area is surrounded by windows providing an uninterrupted view. The owner’s suite features a king-size berth. www.catamarans-lagoon.com

LOA 81’11”; LWL 78’3”; Beam 36’2”; Draft 6’3”; Water 211 gal.; Fuel 370 gal.; Auxiliary twin 230 hp.

Neel 52

Breaking through the big boat cruising multihull market comes this 52-foot trimaran. With performance to spare, the Neel 52 has room for 12 crew yet can be sailed shorthanded. The central rockered hull improves tacking maneuverability and provides stability, preventing pitching. Three hulls means more space for cabins, and increases the living space in the well-appointed saloon. www.neel-trimarans.com

LOA 52’; Beam 28’10”; Draft 6’3”; Displ. 27,000 lb.; Sail area 1,786 sq. Ft.; Water 159 gal.; Fuel 185 gal.; Auxiliary 110 hp.