EXPLORA JOURNEYS
Explora Journeys is the new luxury lifestyle travel brand launched by the MSC Group — with a bold ambition: to redefine what luxury cruising means in the modern world.
Forget rigid itineraries and impersonal mega-ships. Explora Journeys is about something entirely different: vibrant, cosmopolitan, relaxed European luxury at sea. More than cruises, they design journeys — immersive, slow-paced, emotionally rich. Journeys that drift between the iconic and the unexpected. That invite you to both explore the world and reconnect with yourself.
On board, everything is crafted to feel like a home at sea. An elegant refuge where you can disconnect from the noise, restore balance, and experience the perfect mix of discovery, wellbeing and nature. This is what today's discerning traveller wants — and it’s exactly what Explora Journeys delivers.
EXPLORA JOURNEYS
Explora Journeys is the new luxury lifestyle travel brand launched by the MSC Group — with a bold ambition: to redefine what luxury cruising means in the modern world.
Forget rigid itineraries and impersonal mega-ships. Explora Journeys is about something entirely different: vibrant, cosmopolitan, relaxed European luxury at sea. More than cruises, they design journeys — immersive, slow-paced, emotionally rich. Journeys that drift between the iconic and the unexpected. That invite you to both explore the world and reconnect with yourself.
On board, everything is crafted to feel like a home at sea. An elegant refuge where you can disconnect from the noise, restore balance, and experience the perfect mix of discovery, wellbeing and nature. This is what today's discerning traveller wants — and it’s exactly what Explora Journeys delivers.
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Drift into the Ocean State of Mind
A journey with Explora Journeys is not just a cruise, it’s a state of being. More than a destination, the ocean is a feeling. A rhythm. A space to breathe, to feel, to reconnect. At the heart of Explora Journeys lies the Ocean State of Mind, a sense of calm and curiosity that expands with every wave. It’s what happens when time slows, the view opens, and everything around you feels beautifully effortless. With a refined approach to luxury and a soulful connection to the sea, Explora Journeys reimagines travel not as an escape, but as a return — to yourself, to nature, to wonder.
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Where Superyacht Style Meets Soulful Interiors
The aesthetic at Explora Journeys speaks softly but confidently. Born from European roots and a family legacy of understated elegance, the ships are modern, cosmopolitan, and intimate — more boutique hotel than floating resort. To shape this distinctive identity, Explora Journeys called on Martin Francis, the acclaimed British designer behind some of the world’s most iconic yachts. The exterior profile of each ship mirrors that of a sleek superyacht — a conscious departure from traditional cruise silhouettes. Inside, the design is a collaboration between leading studios like SMC Design, AD Associates, and De Jorio Luxury and Yacht Projects. Together, they’ve created an environment that feels simultaneously elevated and relaxed — vibrant yet personal. Think natural materials, curated art, panoramic sea views, and light-filled spaces where form always follows feeling.
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Drift into the Ocean State of Mind
A journey with Explora Journeys is not just a cruise, it’s a state of being. More than a destination, the ocean is a feeling. A rhythm. A space to breathe, to feel, to reconnect. At the heart of Explora Journeys lies the Ocean State of Mind, a sense of calm and curiosity that expands with every wave. It’s what happens when time slows, the view opens, and everything around you feels beautifully effortless. With a refined approach to luxury and a soulful connection to the sea, Explora Journeys reimagines travel not as an escape, but as a return — to yourself, to nature, to wonder.
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Where Superyacht Style Meets Soulful Interiors
The aesthetic at Explora Journeys speaks softly but confidently. Born from European roots and a family legacy of understated elegance, the ships are modern, cosmopolitan, and intimate — more boutique hotel than floating resort. To shape this distinctive identity, Explora Journeys called on Martin Francis, the acclaimed British designer behind some of the world’s most iconic yachts. The exterior profile of each ship mirrors that of a sleek superyacht — a conscious departure from traditional cruise silhouettes. Inside, the design is a collaboration between leading studios like SMC Design, AD Associates, and De Jorio Luxury and Yacht Projects. Together, they’ve created an environment that feels simultaneously elevated and relaxed — vibrant yet personal. Think natural materials, curated art, panoramic sea views, and light-filled spaces where form always follows feeling.
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A New Kind of Luxury at Sea
Forget what you know about cruising. This is something else. From the moment you board, you're welcomed with champagne, your luggage is already waiting, and your suite — always ocean-facing — feels more like a private residence than a hotel room. With just 461 suites, penthouses, and residences, privacy is guaranteed. Each features floor-to-ceiling windows, expansive terraces, and a sense of space rare in the industry. The real luxury? Not having to think. Every detail is taken care of by a team of perfect hosts, with a guest-to-host ratio of 1.25 to 1. Service is warm, intuitive, and impeccably discreet — allowing you to fully let go.
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Flavour, Rhythm, Atmosphere
On board, every moment is designed to inspire — whether it’s over a candlelit dinner or a morning espresso with sea views. Eleven dining experiences take you on a global journey: from the citrus and spice of North Africa to the sun-drenched flavours of Greece, Spain, France and Italy. Ingredients are locally sourced, stories are told through each plate, and provenance is celebrated with passion. Twelve lounges and bars set the mood — from sophisticated cocktail spots to quiet corners for reading or reflection. Whether you're in the mood for vibrancy or privacy, there's a space that fits. Entertainment is curated to the moment. Always cosmopolitan, always elegant. Never intrusive. Just the right vibe, at the right time.
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Ocean Wellness: Reconnect. Recharge. Realign.
Explora Journeys doesn’t just offer relaxation — it offers recalibration. Through Ocean Wellness, guests are invited on a personal journey that blends fitness, mindfulness, sleep, nutrition, and recovery into an effortless ritual. Whether you're seeking energy, serenity, or rejuvenation, each experience is designed to enhance the ocean’s naturally soothing influence. From state-of-the-art fitness spaces to expert-led treatments and tailored wellbeing programs, the goal is simple: to help you feel more like yourself than ever before — both onboard and beyond.
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A New Kind of Luxury at Sea
Forget what you know about cruising. This is something else. From the moment you board, you're welcomed with champagne, your luggage is already waiting, and your suite — always ocean-facing — feels more like a private residence than a hotel room. With just 461 suites, penthouses, and residences, privacy is guaranteed. Each features floor-to-ceiling windows, expansive terraces, and a sense of space rare in the industry. The real luxury? Not having to think. Every detail is taken care of by a team of perfect hosts, with a guest-to-host ratio of 1.25 to 1. Service is warm, intuitive, and impeccably discreet — allowing you to fully let go.
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Flavour, Rhythm, Atmosphere
On board, every moment is designed to inspire — whether it’s over a candlelit dinner or a morning espresso with sea views. Eleven dining experiences take you on a global journey: from the citrus and spice of North Africa to the sun-drenched flavours of Greece, Spain, France and Italy. Ingredients are locally sourced, stories are told through each plate, and provenance is celebrated with passion. Twelve lounges and bars set the mood — from sophisticated cocktail spots to quiet corners for reading or reflection. Whether you're in the mood for vibrancy or privacy, there's a space that fits. Entertainment is curated to the moment. Always cosmopolitan, always elegant. Never intrusive. Just the right vibe, at the right time.
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Ocean Wellness: Reconnect. Recharge. Realign.
Explora Journeys doesn’t just offer relaxation — it offers recalibration. Through Ocean Wellness, guests are invited on a personal journey that blends fitness, mindfulness, sleep, nutrition, and recovery into an effortless ritual. Whether you're seeking energy, serenity, or rejuvenation, each experience is designed to enhance the ocean’s naturally soothing influence. From state-of-the-art fitness spaces to expert-led treatments and tailored wellbeing programs, the goal is simple: to help you feel more like yourself than ever before — both onboard and beyond.
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Energy
A promise of strength and resurgence as natural as the ocean’s incessant vitality.
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Sleep
A calm that lays the elemental foundations of life, a renewal accompanied by the comforting soundtrack of the oceans.
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Relaxation
A release from the pressures of life through the discovery of inner peace bestowed by the soothing power of the ocean.
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Mindfulness
An internal state of serene self-awareness, induced by the mystical qualities and vastness of the oceans.
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Immunity
A preparedness for your future wellbeing, protecting body and mind, inspired by the natural elements of the ocean.
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Energy
A promise of strength and resurgence as natural as the ocean’s incessant vitality.
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Sleep
A calm that lays the elemental foundations of life, a renewal accompanied by the comforting soundtrack of the oceans.
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Relaxation
A release from the pressures of life through the discovery of inner peace bestowed by the soothing power of the ocean.
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Mindfulness
An internal state of serene self-awareness, induced by the mystical qualities and vastness of the oceans.
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Immunity
A preparedness for your future wellbeing, protecting body and mind, inspired by the natural elements of the ocean.
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Travel That Cares
Explora Journeys believes travel should leave a mark on the soul — not on the environment. With a deep respect for the ocean and the places they visit, sustainability is not an add-on, but a mindset. Ships run on LNG, the cleanest marine fuel currently available at scale, reducing CO² emissions by up to 25% compared to standard fuels. As proud members of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, Explora ensures all partners and tour operators share their commitment to protecting communities and ecosystems. On shore, excursions highlight local artisans, chefs, and cultures — creating a ripple of positive impact through every journey.
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Travel That Cares
Explora Journeys believes travel should leave a mark on the soul — not on the environment. With a deep respect for the ocean and the places they visit, sustainability is not an add-on, but a mindset. Ships run on LNG, the cleanest marine fuel currently available at scale, reducing CO² emissions by up to 25% compared to standard fuels. As proud members of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, Explora ensures all partners and tour operators share their commitment to protecting communities and ecosystems. On shore, excursions highlight local artisans, chefs, and cultures — creating a ripple of positive impact through every journey.
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Beyond the Map: Curated Itineraries for the Curious Mind
Explora Journeys is rewriting the way we explore. Their itineraries blend iconic cities with hidden gems, offering a fresh, unexpected lens on the world. Whether it’s the buzz of Rio, the wild elegance of Greenland, the glow of Saint Barths, or the stillness of Norway’s fjords — each destination is chosen not just for its beauty, but for its power to move you. The Inaugural Journeys Collection spans from 7 to 44 nights, sailing through Northern Europe, Iceland, Canada, the Caribbean, South America, the Pacific Coast, Hawai’i, and Alaska. This is travel for the cosmopolitan dreamer, the soulful explorer, the seeker of depth and detail. It's not about ticking boxes — it's about creating connections that linger long after the anchor lifts.
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So, Are You In?
Explora Journeys invites you to see the world differently — not faster, not louder, but deeper. This is luxury redefined: thoughtful, intimate, artfully curated, and always in tune with the ocean’s rhythm. All you have to do is let go. The Ocean State of Mind will do the rest.
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Beyond the Map: Curated Itineraries for the Curious Mind
Explora Journeys is rewriting the way we explore. Their itineraries blend iconic cities with hidden gems, offering a fresh, unexpected lens on the world. Whether it’s the buzz of Rio, the wild elegance of Greenland, the glow of Saint Barths, or the stillness of Norway’s fjords — each destination is chosen not just for its beauty, but for its power to move you. The Inaugural Journeys Collection spans from 7 to 44 nights, sailing through Northern Europe, Iceland, Canada, the Caribbean, South America, the Pacific Coast, Hawai’i, and Alaska. This is travel for the cosmopolitan dreamer, the soulful explorer, the seeker of depth and detail. It's not about ticking boxes — it's about creating connections that linger long after the anchor lifts.
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So, Are You In?
Explora Journeys invites you to see the world differently — not faster, not louder, but deeper. This is luxury redefined: thoughtful, intimate, artfully curated, and always in tune with the ocean’s rhythm. All you have to do is let go. The Ocean State of Mind will do the rest.