Explora II Officially Named in Civitavecchia
The Explora II, the second ship in Explora Journeys’ fleet, was officially named in a ceremony at the port of Civitavecchia, near Rome. (more…)
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Triple Celebration For Explora Journeys. EXPLORA II delivered at Fincantieri shipyard in Italy
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. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Appoints Anna Nash As President
Anna Nash has joined Explora Journeys as President of the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group reporting directly to Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman, MSC Group’s Cruise Division. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Announces Godmother For Explora II. Renowned marine environmentalist Rosalba Giugni
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, announced Rosalba Giugni will be the godmother of EXPLORA II, at the new ship’s official naming ceremony on 15 September 2024 in Civitavecchia near Rome, Italy. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Unveils First-ever Buccellati Jewellery Boutique At Sea On Explora II
Explora Journeys announced today the highly anticipated opening of the exclusive Buccellati boutique on board EXPLORA II. (more…)
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Explora Journeys And Formula 1® Announce Explora II At Formula 1 Grand Prix De Monaco 2025
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, announced that in 2025, EXPLORA II is coming to the FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2025. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Unveils Unique Destination Experiences In The Caribbean
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group unveils a series of exclusive Caribbean destination experiences. (more…)
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MSC Group’s Cruise Division Turns To Smart Containers For Delivery Of The Freshest Food
MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys have linked up with sister company MSC, the world leader in container shipping, to use smart containers to guarantee that the freshest produce is loaded onto the lines’ ships after delivery from a warehouse. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Celebrates The One-year Anniversary Of First Ship EXPLORA I
Explora Journeys last first of August celebrated the first anniversary of EXPLORA I, its pioneering first of six luxury ships and has launched a special offer for its guests. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Announces New Art Collection And Immersive Art Experiences On Board Explora I
Explora Journeys is delighted to unveil a newly curated art collection and immersive art experiences on board EXPLORA I, including a collection of rare limited-edition screenprints and lithographs by Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein as well as an original acrylic and silkscreen on canvas by Andy Warhol. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Announces New Entertainment Programme And Unique Guest Experiences
Explora Journeys is delighted to announce the launch of the newly tailored entertainment programming aboard EXPLORA I, commencing on July 5th. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Unveils Unforgettable Adventures With Legendary Explorer Mike Horn On Explora I
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, announced unique Destination Experiences led by renowned explorer and brand ambassador, Mike Horn. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Unveils An Unparalleled Culinary Voyage Through Italy: “Anthology”
Explora Journeys is delighted to announce the launch of its new Italian concept for Anthology, a signature fine-dining experience that offers guests an unparalleled gastronomic adventure through the diverse and rich landscapes of Italian cuisine. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Celebrates Partnership With Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup And Announces Collaboration With Emirates Team New Zealand
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, today (19 June 2024) hosted the successful launch event of its partnership with the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup, held on board the luxurious EXPLORA I in the port of Barcelona, Spain. (more…)
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Explora II Delivery Pushed to September
Explora Journeys and Fincantieri announced a joint decision to set a new date for the delivery of the Explora II, according to a statement. (more…)
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Explora II, The second luxury ship of Explora Journeys, has successfully completed sea trials
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, announced that EXPLORA II has successfully completed her sea trials. (more…)
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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. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Announces Partnership With American Express Cruise Privileges Program
Explora Journeys, the new luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, is delighted to announce its partnership with American Express Cruise Privileges Program (CPP). The partnership officially begins globally on 23 May 2024. (more…)
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Explora Journeys’ Chris Austin on how to differentiate the new cruise line
Explora Journeys, MSC Group’s luxury cruise brand, will celebrate the one-year anniversary of the debut of its first ship, the Explora I, in August, the same month its sister, the Explora II, is expected to launch. (more…)
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Chris Austin appointed Explora Journeys’ President North America
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle brand of the MSC Group, yesterday announced the appointment of Christopher Austin as President North America, based in Miami. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Reveals Bespoke Unopiù Outdoor Furniture Designed By Matteo Nunziati For Explora II At Milan Design Week 2024
Luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand Explora Journeys, in partnership with leading digital design platform Archiproducts, is delighted to present the interior design installation ‘AQUA’, curated by Studiopepe, at Milan Design Week 2024. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Announced A New Collection Of Distinctive Destination Experiences In The Mediterranean For 2024
Explora journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC group, announced a new collection of distinctive destination experiences in the mediterranean for 2024, continuously expanding its offerings ahead of the inaugural mediterranean season of Explora I and Explora II. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Unveils Exclusive Scent ‘Mandala Blue’ Crafted By Renowned Master Perfumer Alberto Morillas
Explora Journeys , the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, is proud to announce the collaboration with Master Perfumer Alberto Morillas, from Dutch-Swiss fragrance and flavour company dsm-firmenich, to create a bespoke scent, “Mandala Blue.” (more…)
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MSC Cruises’ Fleet Boosted With Starlink Connectivity
Two thirds of MSC Cruises’ ships are now equipped with SpaceX’s Starlink onboard connectivity and the fleet roll out programme will be completed by May 2024. (more…)
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Michael Ungerer to Leave Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys announced today that Michael Ungerer will be leaving the company for personal reasons. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Unveils Chef Claude Le Tohic As The Third Guest Chef At Anthology Onboard Explora I
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, is proud to announce its partnership with Chef Claude Le Tohic, a Chef-Partner of O’ by Claude Le Tohic in San Francisco, to curate an unparalleled culinary experience for guests on board EXPLORA I. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Offering The Ultimate Luxury Ocean Travel Experiences In Hawaii, Us Pacific Coast, And The Mediterranean
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, invites travellers to discover some of the most unique itineraries for the upcoming 2024 season. (more…)
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Leonardo Massa appointed vice president Southern Europe of MSC Cruises
Leonardo Massa, managing director Italy of MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys, has taken on the new position of vice president Southern Europe of the cruise division of the MSC group, reporting to the CEO of MSC Cruises, Gianni Onorato. (more…)
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MSC Group to expand presence in Miami with new North American headquarters for Cruise Division
The Miami-Dade Beacon Council, the County’s official public-private economic development partnership, joins MSC Group in announcing the development of its new home in Downtown Miami. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Unveils Unforgettable Destination Experiences In Central America, Us & Canada Pacific Coast And Hawaii
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, unveils its latest Destination Experiences, inviting travellers to immerse themselves in the unparalleled beauty and culture of Central America, the US & Canada Pacific Coast and Hawaii between March to May 2024. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Unveils Sailings For Explora I And II Through To April 2026
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle brand of the MSC Group, unveiled sailings for EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II through to April 2026. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Unveils Festive Programme Aboard Explora I In The Caribbean
As the holiday season approaches, Explora Journeys unveils the festive offerings on board EXPLORA I, the first of up to six ships from the MSC Group’s luxury lifestyle brand. (more…)
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Explora I Arrives In Miami For Her Maiden Call Ahead Of The Caribbean Season
PortMiami welcomed EXPLORA I for her maiden call marking the ship’s debut in South Florida. The ship is the first of a fleet of six for the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Celebrates Naming Ceremony Of Explora I In New York City
Explora Journeys, the luxury travel brand of MSC Group, yesterday celebrated the naming ceremony of EXPLORA I in New York City. (more…)
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Explora I calls at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal to begin her inaugural North American itinerary
The port of New York City has welcomed EXPLORA I for her maiden call to mark Explora Journeys’ debut in the U.S. The luxury ship is the first of a fleet of six ships of the luxury travel brand of the MSC Group. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Partners With Chef Emma Bengtsson From Aquavit Nyc
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Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle brand of the MSC Group, is proud to announce its partnership with celebrated chef Emma Bengtsson and Aquavit NYC to curate an unparalleled culinary experience for guests on board EXPLORA I. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Confirms Orders To Fincantieri For Two New Hydrogen-powered Ships To Join The Fleet
Explora Journeys today confirmed firm orders for two hydrogen-powered ships with the Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and pledged to continue its push towards a net zero-carbon emissions target by 2050 by investigating additional new and advanced environmental technologies for the luxury ships.
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Float out of Explora II and the steel cutting of Explora III at Fincantieri
Just two months after the delivery of Explora I, which took place in Monfalcone on July 20, the construction of the fleet of Explora Journeys, the MSC Group’s new luxury cruise brand destined to revolutionise the standards of high-end travel and exclusive cruising, continues with a double milestone. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Appoints Achille Staiano As Chief Commercial Officer
Explora Journeys has appointed Achille Staiano as its Chief Commercial Officer based at its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. (more…)
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Explora I Makes Maiden Call to ABP Port of Southampton
ABP Port of Southampton has welcomed Explora Journeys’ Explora I for the ship’s maiden call at the start of a nine-night voyage around the UK. (more…)
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