What we love
These identical ships feature spacious accommodation, generous outdoor areas, a huge choice of restaurants, an attractive guest to crew ratio of 1.25 to 1, three outdoor pools and a fourth with a retractable glass roof, these ships really have it all.
| Capacity | 922 Guests |
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| Style | Aiming for the feel of a 'luxury resort at sea' these ships offer sleek and stylish décor, spacious public areas and accommodation and an abundance of choice. Plus, attentive, unobtrusive and personalised service that will make your stay on board that much more special. |
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| Launch Date | August 2023 (Explora I) / August 2024 (Explora II) |
Restaurants
Anthology
Curated menus showcasing global cuisines, combined with unique wine pairings, create a one-of-a-kind chef experience. Open exclusively for dinner with seating for 48 guests indoors and 22 guests outdoors; surcharge applicable per person
Chef's Kitchen
Immersive ocean front private kitchen experience open for dinner only for 12 guests, changing menu dependant on the cruise region and created from ingredients from local markets and producers ashore
Emporium Marketplace
All day dining for 270 guests indoor and 70 guests outdoor, with global cuisines offered from 18 separate cooking stations, including daily rotisserie, pasta made to order, patisserie, fromagerie and fresh juice bar
Fil Rouge
Seating 220 for breakfast and dinner, serving elegant French-inspired cuisine complemented with New and Old World wines and a dessert cart with tempting creations served tableside
Marble & Co. Grill
Refined European steakhouse for 80 guests, with handpicked cuts from sustainable sources, complete with in-house dry-ager and wine cellar
Med Yacht Club
Regional Mediterranean cuisines, tastes and textures from Italy, Spain, Greece, France and North Africa for 130 guests at lunch and dinner, including plant-based and vegetarian options
Sakura
Serving 90 guests indoors and 25 guests outdoors for lunch and dinner, offering Pan-Asian cuisines with inspiration from Japanese heritage and traditions, Asian influenced beverages and a Sake sommelier
Bars and lounges
A fabulous variety of more than 10 bars and lounges feature on Explora ships, all with distinct décor and ambience to suit every taste. Several outdoor options really make the most of the generous deck space onboard.
Whether it's an evening nightcap, a pre-dinner glass of wine or a poolside cocktail, you will find an abundance of choice on Explora. The sleek and central Lobby Bar is perfect for meeting friends before dinner, the Explorer Lounge is the place to be for 270-degree views and piano music, and there is even the chance to sample whisky from around the world at Malt Whisky Bar. For making the most of the sunshine, visit the Astern Pool & Bar for relaxed beach club ambience or the Sky Bar for infinite ocean views.
Suites
The incredible range of suites onboard Explora have been thoughtfully designed with a focus on natural light, space and views of the ocean. All feature floor to ceiling windows and private terraces and have an elegant and contemporary décor.
Owner's Residence
With only one onboard and a generous 1664 square feet of indoor space plus a panoramic terrace covering the full ship's width, this is the ultimate home away from home featuring dedicated butler services and a large private outdoor whirlpool.
Cocoon Residence
An expansive wraparound terrace and large separate living and dining area make this the perfect space for entertaining or relaxing in style, plus enjoy private butler services.
Serenity Residence
Enjoy the generous terrace complete with outdoor dining table, sun loungers and whirlpool bath to truly make the most of the serene ocean views.
Retreat Residence
With up to 872 square feet of space including the terrace, these residences feature a spacious lounge, private butler service and separate bathtub and walk-in shower.
Cove Residence
A generous living area with floor to ceiling windows means this is a light and airy option and features a private outdoor whirlpool and loungers, plus butler services.
Grand Penthouse
Enjoy an expansive penthouse featuring a walk-in wardrobe with seated vanity, spacious work desk area and up to 732 square feet of space including terrace.
Premier Penthouse
Occupying premium mid-ship locations, this penthouse enjoys separate living, dining and sleeping areas with a private mini-bar and personal refillable water bottles.
Deluxe Penthouse
A spacious dining and living area make this a comfortable option with up to 657 square feet of space including the terrace plus a seated vanity area.
Penthouse
Make the most of the private terrace in this penthouse with sun loungers and binoculars for use during your voyage, plus Technogym fitness equipment.
Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
Enjoy 420 square feet of space including the terrace and make use of an espresso machine, walk-in shower and spacious wardrobe with vanity.
Ocean Terrace Suite
This comfortable suite boasts 377 square feet of space including terrace and features a walk-in wardrobe, lounge area and an outside daybed for relaxation.
All suites include:
- Floor-to-ceiling windows with private terrace
- Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system (some suites with twin beds)
- Extensive pillow selection
- Lounge area with coffee/dining table
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to guests' preferences
- Walk-in wardrobe with seated vanity area
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Twice-daily housekeeping services, including evening turndown service
Onboard Experiences
A variety of enrichment, wellness and entertainment options offer a well-rounded cruising experience onboard Explora so rest assured there will be something to pique your interest.
With programmes designed to connect like-minded guests through shared passions as well as providing immersive and specially curated entertainment, there are many options to satisfy all tastes and offer an enriching and memorable voyage.
- Programme of destination-inspired talks
- Talks from experts in the field of creative arts
- Intimate musical performances and themed immersive musical events
- Photography classes
- Whisky tastings and mixology sessions
- Barista-led coffee tastings relevant to your journey
- Guided meditations and wellness rituals
Onboard facilities
Explora offers a great mixture of indoor and outdoor venues, so whether its leisure, fitness, rejuvenation or enrichment then you're sure to find elegant surroundings and state of the art facilities.
- A spacious spa with a multitude of treatment rooms and an outdoor relaxation area
- Beauty studio for bespoke treatments
- Well-equipped gym and fitness studio
- Open-air fitness deck overlooking the ocean
- 360-degree running track
- Dedicated sports court for pickleball and half basketball
- The Conservatory featuring a weather-protected swimming pool and lounge
- Two outdoor swimming pools and several whirlpools
- Casino, art gallery and curated shopping
- Numerous indoor and outdoor bars and lounges
Get in touch & let us tailor-make your perfect cruise holiday
Call us on 020 7399 7670 or visit us at our comfortable offices just off London's Regent Street.
