For heading across the channel and hopping across the coast of Europe or just weekends away with the family, these are the cruising boats that caught our eye this year.

Multihulls are fast becoming the craft of choice for the cruising sailor wanting to get where they are going fast and with plenty of versatile accommodation options. Here’s our pick of the bunch launched in the last year.

There is a growing number of sailors who want to go further and challenge themselves with some true offshore cruising. These are the boats that will best get you across the Atlantic, around a great cape or perhaps to the far north.

Out and out racers, as well as some that would suit cruising too. Can you pick your favourite performance yacht?

Boat shows, regattas, races and more – where memories are made! This category is packed with great contenders for your votes.

Honouring the marinas which go above and beyond in their offering to the sailing community. Here we pick the marinas that provide the best facilities, warm welcomes and options for sailors.

There was no shortage of great sailing performances this year, from pros and amateur club sailors. Which was the best?

An impressive group of high-performing youth sailors, all deserving of praise, but can you pick a winner?

Safety devices, high-tech plotters and clever stuff to make you go faster! What has been the best piece of equipment launched this past year?

We all know there is no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong kit. Here is our pick of the year’s clothing innovations. Can you choose the best?

Those individuals or groups who deserve special credit for achievements on the water or ashore.