KIM

Few motor yachts of this size make silence part of the experience. This 48-foot Greenline runs on hybrid propulsion, which means you can drop the engines to a whisper and glide with something close to the feel of a sailing yacht — the water audible again, the coastline passing without a soundtrack of diesel. It is an efficient, low-impact way to cruise, and on a long day at sea the difference in fatigue is genuinely noticeable. Below, three cabins accommodate up to six guests overnight; the detailed bed configuration is available on request. The layout is arranged for real cruising rather than short hops, with the interior volume you would expect from Greenline's approach to space on a compact hull. Programmes run from half a day to a full week, and the itinerary flexes accordingly — Portugal's Atlantic coast or the Italian shoreline, depending on where she is based. Paddleboarding and snorkelling fill the anchorages, and dolphin sightings are a regular part of these waters rather than a promise. Catering is arranged to suit the charter: freshly landed fish prepared simply on board, or a sushi chef brought aboard for the occasion. The crew handles the detail, so the day unfolds at the pace you set.