No two cruisers share the same definition of “best.” NAVOPLAN helps you find the boat that’s best for you.
The 5 Critical Factors NAVOPLAN Measures
- Crew Adaptation Factor – Stability, comfort ratio, and motion tolerance for your crew.
- Range Under Power – Measured in nautical miles before refueling. 600nm may be enough for coastal, 3,500+nm for ocean crossings.
- Sleep Size – Berth capacity compared with crew numbers. Rest and privacy matter at sea.
- Water Underway – Storage and/or watermaker capacity to sustain the crew between ports.
- Skill & Purpose – Matching vessel complexity and mission to your experience and goals.
These factors can be quantified. NAVOPLAN uses your profile and vessel data to generate fit scores that highlight the most suitable boats.
The Intangibles That Matter Even More
Numbers only tell half the story. Comfort, compatibility, and crew dynamics can make or break a voyage.
Take one couple I met in Costa Rica: he was a chef, she a teacher. Their sailboat checked many boxes on paper, but she hated it. Underway, it felt like being trapped in a washing machine with no windows. She longed for visibility and comfort—like what my Nordhavn trawler offered with its higher pilothouse and large windows. Eventually, the tension boiled over; she left, and he discovered she’d even superglued the lids of his cherished spice collection. A memorable way to take the spice out of a marriage.
The lesson: a vessel must suit both the mission profile and the crew members aboard.
How NAVOPLAN Helps
NAVOPLAN bridges the gap between hard data and human realities. Our system blends quantifiable metrics—range, water, berths, stability—with lifestyle and comfort considerations, helping you find the boat that will keep both vessel and crew thriving.
Instead of asking “What’s the best bluewater boat?” the real question is: “What’s the best boat for us?”