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November 2026

Explora Journeys Opens Sales For Its Most Exclusive Formula 1® Louis Vuitton Grand Prix De Monaco 2027 Hospitality Experiences

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EXPLORA I guests can now secure privileged access to the iconic race weekend with F1® Paddock Club™ VIP Hospitality and Monaco Triple Crown Paddock Club™ Hospitality.

Following the opening of reservations suites with three-day Grandstand access, Explora Journeys is pleased to announce that sales are now open for two of its most exclusive Formula 1® hospitality experiences aboard EXPLORA I during the FORMULA 1® LOUIS VUITTON GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2027. Returning to Port Hercule from 2 to 7 June 2027, EXPLORA I will be the only ship of its kind docked in the harbour, placing guests alongside one of the world's most prestigious sporting and social events. Guests can now secure F1® Paddock Club™ VIP Hospitality, starting from €37,000 per person, or Monaco Triple Crown Paddock Club™ Hospitality, starting from €40,000 per person, with both experiences including a five-night stay aboard EXPLORA I. With a limited number of places available, guests are encouraged to reserve early to secure their preferred experience.

“Few sporting events capture the imagination quite like the Formula 1 Grand Prix de Monaco, and there is no better vantage point than Port Hercule from which to experience it,” said Anna Nash, President of Explora Journeys. “Our return for a third consecutive year reinforces our connection with Monaco and our ambition to offer guests exceptional experiences that extend beyond the traditional ocean journey. With EXPLORA I positioned just moments from the circuit, guests can enjoy the excitement and atmosphere of race weekend, before retreating to the space, privacy and refined hospitality of their own floating hotel. It is this seamless combination of access, exclusivity and the Explora Journeys experience that makes our presence in Monaco so compelling.”

FRONT ROW AND BEHIND THE SCENES WITH THE F1® PADDOCK CLUB™

F1® Paddock Club™ VIP Hospitality enables EXPLORA I guests to enhance their stay with three-day access to go behind the scenes while enjoying world-class hospitality. From the high-octane drama at La Rascasse corner to the exclusive atmosphere of the Paddock Club™, guests witness the race from a vantage point few ever experience.

Starting from €37,000 per person, this exclusive experience offers privileged access to the world of Formula 1®, both on and off the track. The programme features:

  • Five-night, all-inclusive suite accommodation aboard EXPLORA I, complemented by three-day F1® Paddock Club™ VIP Hospitality access.
  • Aramco Formula 1 Pit Lane Walk: Watch the teams in real time as they fine-tune precision machines for lights out.
  • Formula 1 Drivers & Ambassadors: Hear firsthand from current champions and sporting legends as they share stories and what it truly takes to be one of the greats.
  • Paddock Tour: Experience an expert guided, up-close look at the beating heart of Formula 1 in an intimate group of no more than 10 guests.
  • The Off-Track Line-Up: Unwind between sessions with live DJ sets, cultural moments and innovative digital experiences, all delivered with signature Monaco flair.

MONACO TRIPLE CROWN: THREE DAYS, THREE UNPARALELLED SETTINGS

Guests can elevate their Grand Prix weekend and live the ultimate Formula 1 experience by complementing their stay aboard EXPLORA I with Monaco Triple Crown Paddock Club™ Hospitality, starting from €40,000 per person. Across three exhilarating days, they will enjoy three distinct hospitality settings:

  • Friday, 4 June – Gordon Ramsay at F1® La Terrasse: Savour outstanding gastronomy by multi-Michelin-starred chef Gordon Ramsay and his team, complemented by panoramic views of the legendary circuit.
  • Saturday, 5 June – F1® Paddock Club™ Yacht Access: From an exclusive yacht in a coveted Zone 1 berth in Monaco’s harbour, enjoy privileged views of the cars sweeping through the Nouvelle Chicane paired with exceptional hospitality.
  • Sunday, 6 June – F1® Paddock Club™ Suite: Enjoy race-day hospitality from an outdoor terrace overlooking the iconic La Rascasse corner at Turn 17, with refined cuisine, live entertainment and views across Monaco's harbour.

THE ULTIMATE MONACO ADDRESS

Positioned just 150 metres from the circuit in Port Hercule, EXPLORA I offers an exceptional vantage point for the Grand Prix, combining proximity to the action with the privacy and unhurried rhythm of life on board. Guests can enjoy oceanfront suites with private terraces, six restaurants, 12 bars and lounges, premium beverages and Ocean Wellness facilities, alongside exclusive Formula 1® programming and onboard events.

Across its previous Monaco editions, Explora Journeys has welcomed motorsport legends Sir Jackie Stewart, Mika Häkkinen and David Coulthard onboard, and hosted high-profile gatherings including the official FORMULA 1® LOUIS VUITTON GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2026 Opening Party and the iconic Vanity Fair Club in 2025. Further details of the 2027 onboard programme and exclusive events will be revealed in due course.

Reservations for the Formula 1® hospitality experiences are now open. Guests can book through the Explora Experience Centre, at explorajourneys.com, or through their preferred Travel Advisor.

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