What is it about cruising boats that continually make them in the top 3 most popular types sold year after year? “Boaters love to cruise for the same reason some people love cabins in the mountains or campers on endless road trips,” said Jeff Palmer, President of United Yacht Sales. “Cruising boats create opportunities for freedom, comfort, and adventure all rolled into one floating package that delivers a private, exclusive experience.”

“Or not,” he continued. “Sometimes cruising turns into a very social event where you meet friends along the way and decide to finish your trip together. The point is, owning a cruising boat offers experiences that wouldn’t happen otherwise. You can make it exactly what you want, even if that changes day to day.”

There are many different types and brands of boats that could be considered for cruising. Here are some of the most popular:

• Express Cruisers– Sleek powerboats with cabins, often 28–50 ft, built for speed, comfort, and weekend trips (think Sea Ray, Regal, Cruisers Yachts).
• Trawler yachts – Slower, more fuel-efficient, long-range motor yachts with big tanks and “like-home” interiors (e.g., Nordhavn, Grand Banks, Fleming).
• Sailing cruisers – Sailboats designed to live aboard or travel long distances in comfort (Beneteau, Jeanneau, Bavaria, etc.).
• Luxury motor yachts – Larger, often crewed vessels focused on high-end comfort, performance, and style (Princess, Sunseeker, Azimut, Ferretti).

Different shapes, same core idea: a boat that’s not just for an afternoon spin, but for living life on the water.

If you would like to talk to one of our professional yacht brokers about the right cruising boat for you, please email us at Marketing@UnitedYacht.com or call our headquarters at (772) 463-3131. Below are examples of some of the top cruising boats for sale on the brokerage market today!

“WATER RANCH” – 2003 LAZZARA 80 ENCLOSED BRIDGE CRUISING YACHT

Water Ranch, a 2003 Lazzara 80 yacht is a luxury motor yacht built by the American company Lazzara Yachts. Lazzara Yachts has a long history of building high-quality, custom yachts with Euro-inspired designs. Water Ranch just like the others in the Lazzara line, is known for its performance and luxurious amenities. Meticulously maintained by her full-time captain featuring many upgrades. She has been cared for and maintained to the highest standards.

• Asking Price: $1,395,000
• Type Of Cruising Boat: Luxury Motor Yacht w/ Enclosed Bridge
• Link To Full Listing: https://www.unitedyacht.com/used-yachts-for-sale/lazzara-yachts-80-eb-2003-water-ranch-2839512
• Broker: Tony Ross, (772) 486-9527

“BEBA” – 2003 FLEMING 75 CRUISING YACHT

This meticulously maintained 2003 75′ Fleming is primed for adventure and luxury. She has served as the ideal mothership for unforgettable Bahamas summers over the past eight years. Turnkey and equipped for extended cruising, she’s powered by twin Caterpillar 3412s with freshwater aftercoolers, and twin Northern Lights 33kW generators providing reliable performance wherever you go. Featuring 3 staterooms, a pullman-style berth in the pilothouse, and crew quarters aft, she comfortably accommodates up to 7 guests and 2 Crew.

• Asking Price: $2,950,000
• Type Of Cruising Boat: Trawler or Luxury Motor Yacht
• Link To Full Listing: https://www.unitedyacht.com/used-yachts-for-sale/fleming-75-2003-beba-2807324 
• Broker: Chris Peters, (772) 634-6016

“AQUASITION” – 2020 GALEON 680 FLYBRIDGE CRUISING YACHT

AQUASITION is a 2020 Galeon 680 Flybridge that has been maintained by a full-time captain and received many upgrades. Utilized as a private vessel, AQUASITION is a perfect fit for Bahamas trips and local South Florida waters, with a low draft and high cruise speed. This Galeon will serve as a great family boat, with the comforts of home.

• Asking Price: $1,699,000
• Type Of Cruising Boat: Luxury Motor Yacht
• Link To Full Listing: https://www.unitedyacht.com/used-yachts-for-sale/galeon-680-fly-2020-aquasition-2840316 
• Broker: Andrew Greenberg, (305) 978-2995

“DOUBLE H” – 2008 SEA RAY 60 SUNDANCER CRUISING BOAT

The 2008 Sea Ray 60 Sundancer is a luxury sport yacht renowned for its sleek design, spacious layout, and high-performance capabilities. “Double H” is a premier express cruiser that combines sophisticated styling, robust performance, and luxurious accommodations. Designed with both entertaining and extended cruising in mind, this yacht delivers comfort, functionality, and elegance.

In 2023 “Double H” received and all NEW Garmin Electronics Package and include FLIR and Starlink. In 2024 she received and all NEW A/V System and TVs.

• Asking Price: $675,000
• Type Of Cruising Boat: Express Cruiser
• Link To Full Listing: https://www.unitedyacht.com/used-yachts-for-sale/sea-ray-60-sundancer-2008-double-h-2835902 
• Broker: Scott White, (609) 780-0309

“LAST RESORT” – 2021 SABRE 58 SALON EXPRESS DOWNEAST CRUISER

The Sabre 58 Express, first launched in 2020, featured a design change to a layout with aft galley up for seamless flow into the cockpit entertaining space when the large sliding glass doors of the enclosed helm deck are opened. The Sabre 58 also features high-tech integrated systems, such as the standard Volvo/Garmin Glass Cockpit dual MFD screen system and Volvo autopilot with Joystick driving controls. The three-stateroom layout was designed with a full-beam midships master stateroom with walk-around king-size berth.

• Asking Price: $1,999,950
• Type Of Cruising Boat: Downeast Cruiser
• Link To Full Listing: https://www.unitedyacht.com/used-yachts-for-sale/sabre-58-salon-express-2021-last-resort-2822650 
• Broker: Paul MacCormack, (772) 812-1182

“PANACHE” – 2004 JEANNEAU 54 SUN ODYSSEY SAILBOAT

One of the cleanest and well cared for examples of the sought after Deck Salon 54’s that you will find. The 54 Deck Salon is the Flagship of the manufacturer and a luxurious performance cruiser. The condition of Panache is immaculate. She is continually updated and maintained. Recent upgrades include sails, Strataglass enclosure, complete electronic suite, windlass, many mechanical drivetrain replacements and more. The decks have been completely stripped of teak, repaired, and new Esthetic Decking installed in 2022 at a cost of over $75,000.00.

• Asking Price: $299,900
• Type Of Cruising Boat: Sailboat, Sailing Cruiser
• Link To Full Listing: https://www.unitedyacht.com/used-yachts-for-sale/jeanneau-sun-odyssey-54-ds-2004-panache-2843263 
• Broker: Tom Thomas, (401) 862-8620

“BELLAMAGGIO” – 2008 FOUNTAINE PAJOT 48 CATAMARAN

This Fountaine Pajot 48 has twin diesel inboard engines with a generator, single wheel helm, and a fractional sloop-rig catamaran. The twin displacement hulls have molded spade rudders, fin keels, and sail drives. The bow has a corner seat/double stainless pulpit handrail, with stainless deck stanchions fixed to molded toe-rails. Continuing aft is a center bow locker hatch, with a windlass, rode, equipment access, and tri-stay mount, followed by a recessed deck-stepped mast. The helm includes full electronics, engine controls, four coaming winches, a fixed helm bench seat, and a blue canvas/stainless frame Bimini top overhead.

• Asking Price: $349,000
• Type Of Cruising Boat: Sailing Catamaran
• Link To Full Listing: https://www.unitedyacht.com/used-yachts-for-sale/fountaine-pajot-salina-48-catamaran-2008-bellamaggio-2835437 
• Broker: Aaron Leatherwood, (561) 313-4922

If you’re dreaming of owning your own cruising boat? Here is a quick way to narrow your decision making process:

• Short trips & weekends? Look at express cruisers and smaller flybridge yachts.
• Slow travel, fuel efficiency, and range? Explore trawler yachts or sailing cruisers.
• Liveaboard life? Focus less on speed and more on storage, tankage, and interior layout.
• Ultimate luxury? Start browsing those Princess / Sunseeker / Azimut / Ferretti catalogs and think about crewed operation.

However you slice it, the reason boaters love cruising boats and yachts is simple: they turn water from “a place you visit” into “a place you live.” Contact us today by emailing us at Marketing@UnitedYacht.com or call our headquarters at (772) 463-3131.