FLIBS New Model Debuts — Top Boats at the Show
The 2021 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) was a huge success as the 62nd annual event returned to Bahia Mar Yachting Center from October 27-31. Located in the yachting capital of the world, the highly anticipated Fort Lauderdale boat show did not disappoint with a vast array of the latest boat models and yachts of all sizes. Plus, a variety of marine products and accessories to enhance the yachting lifestyle. With so much to see this year, we wanted to highlight some of the top boats that were available to view and tour at the show. These new model debuts are from premium brands including, Viking Yachts, Cruisers, and Maritimo. View the top boats at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show this year that made waves.
Just one year after the highly-acclaimed Viking 54C won “best of show” during the 2020 FLIBS, Viking Yachts 64 Convertible made its debut at this year’s event. The four-stateroom battlewagon is poised to become another best-in-class icon in their unrivaled fleet. The Viking team is continuously seeking new technologies and innovations to build a better boat every day. Precisely what they did with the all-new 64. Using CFD software, the 64’s running surface is fully optimized to achieve the best performance possible.
Her 180-square-foot cockpit is clean, streamlined, and maximizes freedom of movement, with easy access to storage and service areas. Of course, the 64 C is outfitted with top-of-the-line fishing equipment, ready for the blue water arena. The flybridge mirrors other new generation Vikings with a space-saving streamlined walk-around center console, among plenty of storage options and world-class electronics. The open layout and sense of depth and space inside are truly impressive. With four staterooms and three heads, she can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests for tournament runs or extended cruising ventures.
Twin MAN V12 1550CRM (1550 MHP) diesels serve as the standard power, with several options ranging from twin 1900 MHP to 2025 MHP power plants. Click to learn more about the Viking 64C.
Cruisers Yachts is releasing another outboard-powered yacht in their GLS Series; the all-new 34 GLS, which made a debut at the 2021 FLIBS, and joins the 38 and 42 series models. Take a sneak peek below at the 34 GLS in action. The 34-footer gets her power from twin 350HP Mercury engines, which provide maximum maneuverability. Cruisers 34 GLS epitomizes a cruising vessel, offering ample seating arrangements, an extended swim platform, a cockpit grill, and plenty of space for entertainment.
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- Maritimo M55
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- Maritimo S55
The Australian-built yacht manufacturer released not one, but two new models debuts at the 2021 FLIBS. The two models include the Maritimo M55 Flybridge Motor Yacht and the S55 Sports Sedan. The new M55 motor yacht is an excellent balance between power and play, fusing the latest advancements in technology design and industry-leading features.
Space, style, and comfort were at the forefront of mind while constructing this flybridge yacht. The maximized sky lounge truly captivates the beam and range of the boat, along with the reimagined adventure deck and lower cockpit. Her interior layout features an enormous salon and lounging area in conjunction with a spacious three stateroom, two head layout.
The S55 sport sedan is the ultimate adventurer and marks the first evolutionary design shift to the exterior form and styling within the S-Series range. Maritimo is renowned for breaking the status quo, and the all-new expanded cockpit hardtop coverage does just that. The S55 amplifies the amount of space above on the often-inaccessible sedan hardtop for utility deck space. In addition, the amount of floor space offered in the upper cockpit leads the market in the mid-50-foot category, with standard rear U-shape lounging and an alfresco dining table. Below deck, free-flowing spaces utilize the hull’s volume, maximizing height and minimizing the number of steps. Accommodations include three staterooms, a large salon area, and an aft galley.
