![dubrovnik](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/portrait_quarter/100555-dubrovnik-old-town.jpg)
Duration
8 Nights
Journey Type
Cruise only (Please call for flight options)
Ports
7 Ports
14 December
Setting sail from Bridgetown
The tiny eastern Caribbean island of Barbados has long been a favourite for British holiday makers, thanks in no small part to the platinum sands and warm, crystal clear waters of the west coast. But there's more to Barbados than just beaches; the delightful architecture of the old garrison in Bridgetown, the capital, is fully deserving of its UNESCO World Heritage status, and the island interior is littered with old sugar plantations and natural wonders such as Harrison's Cave. Perhaps the island's biggest asset, however, is the Bajans themselves, who are some of the friendliest people you're ever likely to meet.
![Bridgetown city hall, Barbados](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/landscape_half/24819-bridgetown-city-hall-low.jpg)
![George Washington House, Barbados](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/related_video/24835-george-washington-house-barbados.jpg)
Our tip
Check out the open house programme during your visit – you might get to see something normally closed to the public.
15 December
St. Vincent & Grenadines: Bequia
![Admiralty Bay, Bequia](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/landscape_mosaicsmall/17969-admiralty-bay-bequia.jpg)
Bequia is an incredibly friendly, laid-back island blessed with pristine golden sand beaches and some excellent restaurants. It’s also a popular sailing destination; the yachts tend to congregate around Admiralty Bay, where you’ll find the little waterfront town of Port Elizabeth.
16 December
Trinidad and Tobago: Port of Spain
![King's Wharf, Port of Spain, Trinidad](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/landscape_mosaicsmall/47541-king-s-wharf-port-of-spain.jpg)
Trinidad’s main industries are oil and gas rather than tourism, and this is reflected in Port of Spain’s skyscrapers and urban sprawl, quite a contrast with other Caribbean capitals. It's a bustling melting pot famed for its boisterous carnival, but beyond the city limits lies a beautiful island of waterfalls, rainforests and colourful birdlife.
17 December
Martinique: Fort-de-France
![Black sand beach in Saint Pierre, Martinique](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/landscape_mosaicsmall/42313-black-sand-beach-saint-pierre-martinique.jpg)
The volcanic French Caribbean island of Martinique is a land of contrasts, from the lush rainforests of the north to the busy streets of the capital, Fort-de-France. There are plenty of lovely beaches geared towards relaxation, and the French influence also means that the cuisine is a cut above the usual Caribbean fare.
18 December
Montserrat: Little Bay
![Soufriere Hills volcano, Montserrat](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/landscape_mosaicsmall/47225-montserrat-volcano.jpg)
Montserrat garnered global attention in 1995 when the Soufrière Hills volcano erupted, burying the island’s capital, Plymouth. Although an exclusion zone is still in place in the south, visitors are often surprised by how lush and unspoilt the rest of the island is, home to a colourful variety of birdlife.
19 December
British Virgin Islands: Tortola
![Road Town, Tortola, BVI](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/landscape_mosaicsmall/35334-road-town-tortola.jpg)
Tortola is the largest and most populous of the British Virgin Islands, and the bustling port at Road Town is a magnet for sailors from around the world. The island is blessed with some gorgeous beaches and secluded coves, and it’s a great place for a spot of snorkelling.
20-21 December
At sea
22 December
Arriving in Miami
Miami is a pulsating modern city, a cultural crossroads where Cuban émigrés rub shoulders with affluent New Yorkers topping up on winter sun, and where you're just as likely to hear Spanish or Caribbean patois being spoken as you are English. Downtown Miami is a destination in its own right, with a host of world class galleries including the fantastic MOCA (Museum of Contemporary Art), but it's still Miami Beach that draws the biggest crowds. The Art Deco district around South Beach is very much back in vogue, with new restaurants, bars and luxury developments sprouting up all over the place.
![Miami South Beach at night](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/landscape_half/8308-miami-south-beach-at-night.jpg)
![Ocean Drive, Miami Beach](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/related_video/8315-miami-beach-ocean-drive-low.jpg)
Don't miss
People watching in South Beach – glamorous gay guys on skates with miniature dogs in slings…
Your home from home
![Explora Journeys' - Explora I - Atoll Pool](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/lanscape_half/100050-explora-journeys.jpg)
![Explora Journeys - Med Yacht Club](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/landscape_mosaicsmall/100051-explora-journeys.jpg)
![Explora Journeys - Ocean Grand Terrace Suite](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/landscape_mosaicsmall/100052-explora-journeys.jpg)
Explora I launched in 2023 with Explora II following in 2024, and these luxury all-inclusive resort-style vessels are an exciting new entrant into the luxury cruise market.
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) |
Tailor-make your trip
![Cobblers Cove, Barbados](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/related_video/24831-cobblers-cove-barbados.jpg)
The best place to stay in Barbados
There are so many fantastic hotels to choose from, but the Mundy favourite is Cobblers Cove.
![Bathsheba beach, Barbados](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/related_video/24834-bathsheba-beach-barbados.jpg)
See more of Barbados
This is a lovely island to explore with amazing views, particularly on the East (Atlantic) coast, so get a driver to take you on a circuit.
![The Betsy hotel, Miami](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/related_video/3218-the-betsy-miami.jpg)
Where to stay in Miami
Glamorous, hip, or so cool you freeze? Lots of choice… but we really like the Betsy.
![Florida Keys](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/mundy.assets.d3r.com/images/related_video/8359-florida-keys-low.jpg)
See more of Florida
If you have a few days get down to the Florida Keys – magnificent.