Generally speaking, the smaller the boat the more often you will go out in it. Maintenance costs, depreciation, dockage, insurance - they all go up with boat size. For these reasons, you should own the boat that will be the right size for what you do 80% of the time. If you plan to cruise as a couple most of the time, with occasional visits from grandchildren or another couple, then 36’ or 46’ is the optimal size. With features like a fully enclosed stall shower, a dresser of drawers, real seats that you can sit in for hours, and tons of storage, the Zimmerman 36 & 46 provide the perfect balance of size and comfort for the cruising couple.