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11 May 2026

EXPLORA III Elevates Summer 2026 With Extraordinary Northern Europe Journeys, Solar Eclipse Experience And Scenic Transatlantic Discovery

This summer, maybe the most compelling new opening in luxury travel is not found on land at all; its address is the ocean. Setting off on her maiden voyages on 3 August, EXPLORA III invites guests to experience a more refined expression of summer travel. From the quiet majesty of the Norwegian fjords to the cinematic coastlines of New England, each Journey has been thoughtfully designed to foster deeper connection through longer stays, overnight immersions and a more unhurried pace of discovery.
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14 April 2026

Explora Journeys Announces Exclusive Title Partnership With The Swiss SailGP Team

Explora Journeys has today unveiled a landmark partnership that brings together the worlds of ultra-elegant ocean travel and high-velocity racing. Headlining the announcement at the cruise industry’s annual conference, Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami, Explora Journeys confirmed it has entered into a multi-year major global sports partnership as the Title Partner of the Swiss SailGP Team.
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24 February 2026

Maybe The Best Hotel In The World Doesn’t Have An Address: Explora Journeys Unveils New Cinematic Brand Campaign In New York, Explore the Ocean State of Mind

On 25 February in New York, the brand unveiled a new cinematic global campaign developed by McCann Paris and brought to life by award-winning director and photographer, Jonas Lindstroem. Designed to challenge traditional cruise conventions, it reveals an alluring glimpse of the Explora Journeys’ experience so beloved of its loyal clientele while enticing a new generation of affluent explorers to rethink luxury travel entirely.
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18 February 2026

Explora Journeys Defines Luxury Sports Travel

With EXPLORA I set to return to the Monaco Grand Prix this June, Explora Journeys also announces that brand ambassador and World Tennis No. 2 Jannik Sinner will join EXPLORA III during her Mediterranean Prelude Journey this July, creating a rare opportunity for guests to connect with one of the most compelling figures in modern sport.
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14 December 2025

Explora Journeys Launches Referral Programme

Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group announces the launch of the Explora Club Referral Programme, designed to recognise and reward the loyalty of existing Explora Club Members while inviting their friends and loved ones to discover the world of Explora Journeys.
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12 November 2025

Explora Journeys makes waves on Tiktok

Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has officially launched its presence on TikTok as @ExploraJourneys_, marking an exciting new chapter in the brand’s digital journey.
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04 November 2025

Explora Journeys Unveils Enhanced Website And Refined Visual Identity

Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has unveiled a newly enhanced website experience alongside a refined visual identity, marking a significant evolution in the brand’s digital and creative journey. This milestone further reinforces Explora Journeys' dedication to offering an inspiring, and elevated experience across every guest touchpoint.
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17 September 2025

Explora Journeys Introduces Exclusive “An Invitation To Discover” Offer

Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, announced the launch of its latest offer, An Invitation to Discover. For a limited time, guests can receive up to €1,000 EUR Destination Experiences Credit* per suite, designed to enrich their Journey with bespoke cultural, historical, and natural explorations.
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18 March 2025

Explora Ii At The Heart Of Formula 1 Tag Heuer Grand Prix De Monaco 2025: Now Offering Exclusive Shorter Stays

Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, is announcing that EXPLORA II, the latest addition to its ultra-elegant fleet, will be offering exclusive 3-night (23-26 May 2025), and 4-night (22-26 May 2025) stays during the FORMULA 1 TAG HEUER GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2025. As the only luxury ship docked in Monaco’s iconic Port Hercule, EXPLORA II will provide an unmatched experience in the heart of the action throughout race weekend.
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10 November 2024

PADDOCK CLUB™ ACCESS NOW AVAILABLE FOR GUESTS BOOKING THEIR FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2025 EXPERIENCE ON BOARD EXPLORA II

Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has today announced that access to the exclusive Formula 1® Paddock Club™ is now available to book for guests staying in Ocean Residences and Penthouses on board EXPLORA II during the FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2025, taking place from 22 to 25 May 2025 in Monaco.
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11 September 2024

Triple celebration for explora journeys

Explora Journeys today staged a triple celebration at the Fincantieri shipyard in Sestri Ponente near Genoa, Italy as the new luxury brand continues to grow towards a total of six ships planned by 2028.
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26 May 2024

Explora Journeys Announces Global Partnership With The 37th America’s Cup

Explora Journeys, the new luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, is proud to be the Global Partner of the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup, the pinnacle of global yacht racing and the oldest competition in international sports, set to take place this year in the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain. This marks a significant milestone for Explora Journeys, aligning with the brand’s commitment to creating exceptional experiences at sea and reflecting a shared maritime heritage and values.
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03 March 2024

Michael Ungerer to Leave Explora Journeys

Explora Journeys announced today that Michael Ungerer will be leaving the company for personal reasons. Ungerer has held the position of CEO for nearly five years. During this time, he played a key role establishing the new luxury lifestyle brand, Explora Journeys, and successfully launching the first ship, EXPLORA I.
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01 August 2023

EXPLORA I sets sail on her Maiden Journey

EXPLORA I, the first ship to join the fleet of Explora Journeys, has commenced her maiden journey for a seven-night sailing that will take guests through the majestic landscapes of Lerwick, Shetland Islands and Kirkwall, Orkney before heading to Reykjavik, Iceland.
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23 July 2023

For the first time, the port of barcelona welcomes EXPLORA I

Today, the Port of Barcelona welcomed EXPLORA I, the first of a fleet of four luxury ships for the lifestyle brand of the MSC Group. Following her delivery on 20 July 2023 at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, the ship has sailed to Barcelona ahead of the maiden journey departing on 1 August 2023 in Copenhagen, Denmark.
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19 July 2023

Explora Journeys Takes Delivery of EXPLORA I

Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle brand of the MSC Group, today officially took delivery of EXPLORA I, the first luxury ship to join the brand`s fleet from the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy.
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11 April 2023

Explora I Completes Successful Sea Trials

Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle hospitality brand of the MSC Group, today announced that EXPLORA I has successfully completed her sea trials. This will be the first of a fleet of up to six luxury ships to be built for Explora Journeys by Fincantieri in Italy, one of the finest shipbuilders in the world.
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08 January 2023

Explora Journeys Reveals Further Details Of Its Culinary Offering

Explora Journeys is pleased to present additional information on five of its outstanding six onboard restaurants on EXPLORA I, the first of six ships, that will set sail on 17 July 2023 from Southampton in the UK. Among the ship’s 18 food and beverage venues these 5 restaurants offer guests superb all-inclusive menus that include unique signature dishes influenced by a variety of international cuisines.
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05 December 2022

Unveiling Itineraries for Explora II Inaugural Season

The inaugural itineraries of our second ship, EXPLORA II, launching in summer 2024, are now open for booking. A new unique set of journeys and new destinations will allow guests to explore renowned and off the beaten path locations in the Mediterranean, the Middle East, India, the Indian Ocean and Africa marking the first time the luxury lifestyle brand will sail in these regions.
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