Your Alberg seems pretty seaworthy by design. But for your next boat you might want at least some 30' of LOA and roughly the same kinds of sail/displacement/waterline proportions in order to make those passages in weather.
Now.. the Flicka... I can't see going from your current boat to that and having any better results, in any category... Might want to check out:
http://www.ventureyachts.com/practical.htm
Best,
CJV