Boat Reviews

Pardo 43 Review: Best Day Boat in the Mediterranean?

With 333 hulls delivered and a complete second-generation rebuild debuted at Cannes 2025, the Pardo 43 is the Mediterranean walkaround every serious skipper talks about. We put it to the Nautiful test — from open-sea performance to stern-to harbour manoeuvring.

Raymarine vs Garmin Chartplotter: Full Comparison 2026

The Raymarine Axiom 2 Pro and Garmin GPSMAP 1243xsv go head-to-head in a full 2026 comparison built for Med motor boaters. We test display performance, rough-water controls, chart flexibility and system integration — from the helm, not the chandlery.

Fjord 41 XL vs XP: Which Is Right for the Med?

The Fjord 41 XL and XP share the same award-winning hull — but they answer very different questions about how you cruise the Med. We break down the diesel vs outboard decision from the helm, with real specs, real prices, and real Mediterranean conditions.

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Best Boats Under 300k Euros for Mediterranean Cruising

From the Axopar 37 Cross Cabin to the Fairline Targa 45 Open, these are the best boats under 300k euros for Mediterranean cruising — tested in real Med conditions by skippers who know these waters. Find out which hull suits your cruising style before you buy.

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IPS vs Shaft Drive: Which Is Better for Mediterranean?

From Porto Cervo’s tight berths to long Adriatic passages, the IPS vs shaft drive debate shapes every Med boat purchase. We cut through the boatyard folklore with real data, real boats, and hard-won skipper experience.

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Pardo 43 Review: Mediterranean Cruiser Guide 2025

The Pardo 43 has redefined what a premium Mediterranean cruiser can be — combining a 37-knot IPS drivetrain, carbon construction, and Italian design sensibility in a 14-metre walkaround. Read our full review to find out why 333 owners worldwide have made it their boat of choice.

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Axopar 37 Review — An Honest Owner’s Perspective

We took the Axopar 37 XC Cross Cabin through the Adriatic, the Aegean, and the Gulf of Saint-Tropez — and we’re telling you everything, including the parts the brochure leaves out. This is the honest owner’s perspective you’ve been looking for.

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