Lilium (Beneteau 43)

Ideal for families The Oceanis 43 is a genuinely practical family cruiser with four cabins and sleeping for eight, making it perfect for multi-generational trips or two couples wanting their own space. The 2009 build means you're getting a proven, well-established design that's comfortable without being flashy.

Well-equipped basics You get the essentials covered, autopilot, chart plotter, dinghy, and a proper bimini for Mediterranean sun protection. The inverter and refrigeration are solid creature comforts for a week-long charter, and the cockpit cushions suggest the operator thinks about guest comfort on passage.

Fair value proposition At 13.1 metres, this is a manageable size that won't demand a huge crew, and the €2,500 deposit is reasonable. Almira Yachting's perfect 5-star rating (albeit from just three reviews) is a good sign, though you'll want to verify their base location and factor in your international flight logistics separately.

One heads-up The listing doesn't specify the base location, which matters enormously for charter logistics, some Mediterranean bases are far easier to reach on international connections than others. Contact Almira directly to confirm where you'd be picking up, then check your nearest airport's connections.

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