Eco-boating Greenline
The eco-friendly and affordable Greenline genuinely has the power to shake up the boating market. Not only does it have a unique super-displacement low-drag hull that uses four times less fuel than a conventional planing powerboat but it’s also the world’s first hybrid (diesel-electric) and solar propelled boat. Under diesel power the boat will run at 15 knots, under electric power it’ll move at 6 knots and solar power will allow for 3 knots. Of course the solar power can also supplement the charge rather than drive the boat alone, but it’s also a great, zero-emission option.
Price 165,000 USD
www.greenlinehybrid.com
Classically Cool Aquariva Super
The Aquariva is a timeless beauty. More than any other model, this 33 footer (10-metres) testifies to Riva’s natural style evolution over the years. It takes the form of the legendary mahogany Aquarama but adds new materials and technologies to bring the boat firmly into the modern era. The elegant and sinuous lines, fine woods, sparkling chrome, meticulous lacquer-work, leather, woodwork and fittings combine to offer comfort, reliability and performance once enjoyed by the likes of Brigitte Bardot, Richard Burton, Sophia Loren, Aristotle Onassis and King Hussein of Jordan.
Price 940,000 USD
www.riva-yacht.com
Family weekend Apreamare 38 Comfort
Apreamare’s boats are loved for their highly original, contemporary yet retro-inspired lines. But they’re also pretty nippy and very manoeuvrable so on a 12-metre boat like this there’s no need for a crew. The 38 Comfort is beautifully finished and extremely habitable for its size, capably accommodating a small family or, say, a group of four young friends. Power comes from twin 330 hp Volvo Penta engines, which at full throttle deliver an impressive 30 knots, and at a cruising speed of 25 knots will take you 170 nautical miles. There’s no better small cruiser.
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www.apreamare.it
Windpower Wallynano
The Wallynano may resemble a classic daysailer but it’s in fact a cutting edge vessel endowed with a number of innovations for its size. Not only is it built using the latest advanced composite technology, but the 11-metre Nano is traileable, has a detachable rudder and lifting keel, and best of all it can be sailed single handed - thanks to self-tacking jib and push-button hydraulic controls. Descend below deck and you’ll find a stylish bedroom, bathroom and sitting room finished with teak wood floors, exposed carbon hull walls and white ceilings.
Price start at 270,000 USD
www.wally.com
Inflatable Zodiac Medline 850
If you're the adventurous type and you don't care about show and tell, this is the boat for you. Zodiac's Medline was declared unsinkable with ten people aboard, thanks to innovative design and natural buoyancy. We recommend you spec it out a little with the two 200hp outboards, a synthetic teak deck, fore sundeck, shower kit, picnic tables, cooler, stereo system and the stainless steel mast with teak platform and ski tow ring. Like any Zodiac the Medline 850 is light, inflatable, can easily be hauled around on a trailer behind your car and is great value for money.
Price 100,000 USD
www.zodiac.fr
Superboat Donzi 38 ZR Competition
Watch heads turn as you race past a marina in Beirut or park this beauty in the stunning Arabian Gulf. The Donzi 38 ZR Competition is the real deal for speed lovers. It's a true ocean racer that can negotiate choppy seas with amazing balance and handling. Multiple awards have positioned it as a top player, making it arguably one of the most respected and coveted v-bottom boats on the market. Recently featured in an episode of Top Gear filmed off the Florida Keys, the Donzi 38 ZR takes five people on a 185 km/h (100 knots) joy ride like no other.
Price 350,000 USD
www.donzimarine.com
