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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Austin Parker 42 Open

Austin Parker’s recognizable style is obvious in the AP42 Open, a compact hull that can easily serve as a tender to a large yacht or a cabin cruiser in its own right. The main deck has a spacious open-air aft deck leading into the salon/dining area with full galley and helm station.

Fort Lauderdale 2012: Hunt 44

Rhode Island-based Hunt Yachts will display one of its new 44s. Launched earlier this year, the first hull is highly personalized to her owners’ tastes, something Hunt offers on all of its boats.

Fort Lauderdale 2012: Cigarette Huntress

For the first time at the Fort Lauderdale show, Cigarette will offer a boat that balances the roaring power of Cigarette boats with the comfort of a fully equipped cabin. Powered by five Mercury 300 Verados or Mercury Racing 350 Verados engines, this powerful entry in the luxury tender market rockets up to an amazing 76 mph.

Fort Lauderdale 2012: Concept 4400 SY

Sleek and stylish, the Concept 4400 SY is sure to grab attention wherever she goes. This center console comes with all the amenities including plenty of storage both on deck and belowdecks. Seating for 10 plus a sun pad on the foredeck means there will be room for friends and family.

Fort Lauderdale 2012: Sealine 42

UK-based builder Sealine has new owners, a new CEO and an exciting new line of boats. We had the luck of testing a couple of the new models and fell head over heels for this 42-footer, an absolute gem for fun in the sun. Docked for a few days at the Marriott Marina in Fort Lauderdale earlier this year, the boat became party central and it is no wonder.

Fort Lauderdale 2012: Prestige 500 Fly

Part of French boating group Beneteau, Prestige showcases this attractive 50-footer that combines harmonious design, power and safety. Wide side decks, a sun pad forward, a spacious aft deck sheltered by the nicely appointed flybridge, a swim platform and a hydraulic gangway facilitate life outdoors.

Fort Lauderdale 2012: Sessa Fly 45

The first hull of the 46-foot flybridge model debuted in Cannes last year and was shown at the Yacht & Brokerage Show in Miami in 2012 when we had an opportunity to get aboard. Equipped with a hydraulic swim platform, this compact flybridge yacht boasts a particularly large flybridge, which was extended aft and is capable of hosting 10 guests.

Fort Lauderdale 2012: Riva Virtus 63

The Riva Virtus is a superb dayboat loaded with amenities. With an LOA of just 64 feet, the boat features amazing spaces inside and out. The main deck has two sun pads—one fore, one aft—and plenty of seating surrounding the helm controls but, in case of bad weather, an electro-hydraulically operated bimini top provides shelter.

Fort Lauderdale 2012: Lazzara LSX64

Lazzara Yachts introduces the newest model in its express-style yacht series, currently ranging in size from 64 to 92 feet. Following in the footsteps of its first yacht in the series, the LSX 76 (now LSX 78), the 64 features great styling, bright decks and IPS Volvo propulsion.

Fort Lauderdale 2012: Horizon E56

A US debut from this Taiwanese builder, the E56 is an attractive and compact yacht that boasts great use of interior space. The generous aft deck leads into a salon, dining area and open galley. A large windshield and side windows allow lots of natural light to pour inside and keep the boat open to the sea.

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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Austin Parker 42 Open

Austin Parker’s recognizable style is obvious in the AP42 Open, a compact hull that can easily serve as a tender to a large yacht or a cabin cruiser in its own right. The main deck has a spacious open-air aft deck leading into the salon/dining area with full galley and helm station.

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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Hunt 44

Rhode Island-based Hunt Yachts will display one of its new 44s. Launched earlier this year, the first hull is highly personalized to her owners’ tastes, something Hunt offers on all of its boats.

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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Cigarette Huntress

For the first time at the Fort Lauderdale show, Cigarette will offer a boat that balances the roaring power of Cigarette boats with the comfort of a fully equipped cabin. Powered by five Mercury 300 Verados or Mercury Racing 350 Verados engines, this powerful entry in the luxury tender market rockets up to an amazing 76 mph.

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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Concept 4400 SY

Sleek and stylish, the Concept 4400 SY is sure to grab attention wherever she goes. This center console comes with all the amenities including plenty of storage both on deck and belowdecks. Seating for 10 plus a sun pad on the foredeck means there will be room for friends and family.

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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Sealine 42

UK-based builder Sealine has new owners, a new CEO and an exciting new line of boats. We had the luck of testing a couple of the new models and fell head over heels for this 42-footer, an absolute gem for fun in the sun. Docked for a few days at the Marriott Marina in Fort Lauderdale earlier this year, the boat became party central and it is no wonder.

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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Prestige 500 Fly

Part of French boating group Beneteau, Prestige showcases this attractive 50-footer that combines harmonious design, power and safety. Wide side decks, a sun pad forward, a spacious aft deck sheltered by the nicely appointed flybridge, a swim platform and a hydraulic gangway facilitate life outdoors.

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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Sessa Fly 45

The first hull of the 46-foot flybridge model debuted in Cannes last year and was shown at the Yacht & Brokerage Show in Miami in 2012 when we had an opportunity to get aboard. Equipped with a hydraulic swim platform, this compact flybridge yacht boasts a particularly large flybridge, which was extended aft and is capable of hosting 10 guests.

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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Riva Virtus 63

The Riva Virtus is a superb dayboat loaded with amenities. With an LOA of just 64 feet, the boat features amazing spaces inside and out. The main deck has two sun pads—one fore, one aft—and plenty of seating surrounding the helm controls but, in case of bad weather, an electro-hydraulically operated bimini top provides shelter.

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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Lazzara LSX64

Lazzara Yachts introduces the newest model in its express-style yacht series, currently ranging in size from 64 to 92 feet. Following in the footsteps of its first yacht in the series, the LSX 76 (now LSX 78), the 64 features great styling, bright decks and IPS Volvo propulsion.

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Fort Lauderdale 2012: Horizon E56

A US debut from this Taiwanese builder, the E56 is an attractive and compact yacht that boasts great use of interior space. The generous aft deck leads into a salon, dining area and open galley. A large windshield and side windows allow lots of natural light to pour inside and keep the boat open to the sea.

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