Oasis 40

The Oasis 40 by Benetti is built around one idea: bringing the sea level with the deck. At 40 metres, the yacht's signature feature is its fold-down beach club terrace, which opens the stern out onto the water and turns a swim stop into something closer to a private waterfront than a boarding ladder. Below and around it, five cabins sleep up to 12 guests, giving groups enough separation to spread out over a full day or a longer cruise without feeling stacked on top of each other.

That low, open terrace changes how a day on the water actually plays out. In the calmer anchorages of the Maddalena Archipelago, where the water sits flat and clear for long stretches, guests can step straight off the platform rather than climbing down a tender ladder — a detail that matters as much for grandparents and younger swimmers as for anyone who simply prefers an easy entry. Al fresco dining on deck keeps lunch and evening meals connected to the view rather than tucked below, which suits both a slow family day at anchor and a longer group cruise along the Costa Smeralda.

Cruising at around 16 knots, the Oasis 40 covers ground efficiently between anchorages without being the fastest yacht in the fleet, which fits its character: this is a boat built for time spent still rather than time spent moving. The sundeck spa adds a second gathering point away from the main terrace, useful when a group wants to split between sun and shade or between a swim session and quieter time above. It's a strong fit for multi-generational groups, couples travelling with family, or any charter where guests want to move easily between the water and the deck rather than treat swimming as a scheduled stop. Given the size and layout, earlier planning around cabin allocation and daily route helps make the most of what the terrace and sundeck are designed for.