Frequently Asked Questions
When you book with Explora Journeys, your ultra-elegant home at sea includes everything you would expect from an award-winning luxurious cruise experience, and more. Stay connected throughout your voyage with complimentary high-speed wifi, enjoy authentic, intuitive service without worry with prepaid onboard gratuities and spend more time exploring with shuttle services from ports to city centres. Enrich your journey at no extra cost with onboard activities and entertainment, including live music, expert-led courses and destination-inspired talks.
Find culinary immersion through nine distinct onboard dining experiences, including in-suite dining. All onboard dining experiences are included in your fare, with the exception of interactive classes in the Chef’s Kitchen and dining at Anthropology, an intimate yet elevated Italian experience. You’ll also enjoy unlimited fine beverages, including wines, premium spirits, specialty coffees, tea and soft drinks. Be treated to an in-suite welcome bottle of champagne and spirit of your choice upon arrival. An ultra-exquisite selection of wines, spirits and liqueurs are available to purchase for those wishing to elevate their experience further.
Sink into ocean-inspired wellness with a unique collection of rituals across spa, fitness, beauty and wellbeing. Complimentary wellness and fitness programs, available both onboard and in some destinations, invite you to connect deeper to the Ocean Start of Mind. The fitness centre is yours to enjoy, along with complimentary access to the Spa’s Wellness Area during designated hours, which includes a regenerative steam room, soothing hydrotherapy pool, purifying Finnish sauna, inviting salt cave, heated marble loungers and an outdoor relaxation area. Optionally, spa treatments, including facials, massages and body treatments, are available for a separate charge.
Explora Journeys offers an enticing range of discretionary extras, like special events, intimate onboard classes, spa treatments, boutique shopping, curated shore excursions and a specialty dining experience at Anthology. Rest assured that costs incurred by any of these optional indulgences are clearly communicated.
Plus, when you book a perfectly packaged Explora Journeys holiday with us, you’ll enjoy the most indulgent Explora itineraries paired with full-service return flights, luxury hotel stays, premium transfers and much more.
Explora Journeys roams to both celebrated destinations and off-the-beaten track spots, offering unconventional arrival and departure times, overnights and longer stays to encourage in-depth exploration of each destination while avoiding crowds and larger ships. In every port, you’ll find inspired opportunities to discover authentic cultural, historical and culinary delights from a new perspective.
Popular Explora Journeys destinations include:
- Mediterranean: Explore historic ruins, dine on local cuisine and admire picturesque local towns among Europe’s cultural capitals in Italy, France and Spain.
- Alaska: Admire rugged landscapes, majestic wildlife and native culture on the Last Frontier.
- Asia: Discover dynamic cities, buzzing markets and ancient landmarks in China, Japan, Thailand and Singapore.
- Caribbean: Savour laidback island life on sun-kissed beaches with warm turquoise waters and vibrant local culture across destinations like Jamaica, Barbados and St Lucia.
- Northern Europe, Iceland and Greenland: Roam dramatic landscapes, vibrant cities and Viking heritage under the northern lights in destinations like Finland, Sweden and Denmark.
The Explora Journeys fleet is quickly expanding. Their first two state-of-the-art vessels, Explora I and Explora II, have set a new standard for refined ocean travel, offering spacious suites, world-class dining and immersive experiences.
With four more vessels scheduled to set sail over the next few years, Explora’s fleet will have expanded to six total ships by 2028, as Explora III, IV, V and VI are scheduled to join the fleet. This growth reflects Explora Journeys’ commitment to delivering unparalleled journeys across the world’s most inspiring destinations.
Inspired by the blue waters of our seas and oceans, Explora Journeys evoke calm, unity, elegance and joy, curated to encourage inner and outer exploration and discovery. Set sail on a transformative ocean journey, letting the waters relax you, broaden your horizons and trigger new connections. Onboard, you’ll find refined yet effortless luxury, inviting serenity and renewal as you discover the Ocean State of Mind.
Let the spirit of the sea empower your body and uplift your soul as you connect deeper to the Ocean State of Mind. The fleet’s signature scent, Mandala Blue, relaxes, connects and awakens the senses for ultimate transformation. Unwind at the onboard spa, where the pressures of life dissipate in a calming space, inspired at every level by the soothing presence of the ocean. Invigorate at one of the onboard fitness facilities, where diverse, dynamic classes will empower you to embrace the strength and vitality of the ocean.
Energise with a series of onboard experiences, programs and spaces designed to support awakening or encourage restorative sleep. In the morning, enliven all five senses and elevate your mood. In the evening, find calm and serenity as you transition into rest and recuperation. The influence of the ocean nurtures a state of inner and outer calm as you pursue energy, relaxation, immunity, sleep and mindfulness.
Unforgettable onboard dining experiences bring discovery and enrichment with seasonal, soulful menus curated by worldly food and beverage experts. Explore nine distinct culinary offerings, including fine dining in the comfort of your suite. You’ll find energetic all-day dining at Emporium Marketplace, authentic Pan-Asian Cuisine at Sakura, a refined European steakhouse experience at Marble & Co. Grill, a relaxed celebration of the Mediterranean at Med Yacht Club, and so much more.
For an experience that epitomises effortless luxury, Explora Journeys offers authentic, warm and intuitive service delivered by a passionate and culturally intelligent team. Expect a modern, European service style, with every detail taken care of. Start your journey with a welcome bottle of champagne and refreshments, immerse yourself in luminary enrichment with onboard sessions, workshops and experiences led by passionate experts, and see it all with shuttle services from port to city centres.
In short, no. Explora Journeys welcomes families, offering a refined yet relaxed experience where your home at sea extends to all generations. Make memories together with connected suites and a collection of curated destination experiences for families.
Guests aged between six and seventeen can enjoy supervised activities at the Nautilus Club, a dedicated space offering entertainment and enrichment every day from 9.00am to midnight. They’ll enjoy a variety of video games and consoles, a large collection of board games, foosball, pool and a digital library with a wide range of books across several languages. Nautilus Club hosts also run scheduled activities around the ship, including sports sessions, technology tournaments, arts and crafts, and games.
Rest assured, Explora’s commitment to multigenerational hospitality does not compromise the calm ambience and tranquil onboard atmosphere. If you are looking for an adults-only experience, the Helios Pool & Bar on deck 12 is exclusively reserved for adults. There you’ll find a sunny serenity in the panoramic pool and lounge on the forward part of the ship. From mature travellers to young families, everyone can enjoy an elegant, engaging experience with Explora Journeys.
