PortMiami is gearing up for the 2026-2027 cruise season with a lineup of ships from a variety of cruise brands, from luxury and expedition to mainstream lines. The season will …
Sandy Cay will reflect the company’s broader strategy of developing destinations that highlight the beauty, culture, and character of The Bahamas.
Explora Journeys has signed a letter of intent with Dutch shipbuilder Den Breejen Shipyard to construct its first luxury river ships,
The company will sponsor the Belgian, Portuguese and Turkish Grands Prix, marking the second consecutive year that MSC Cruises has held title sponsorships for three races during a Formula 1 …
Explora Journeys has introduced two new Journey Collections for the Northern Winter 2027-2028 season. EXPLORA I will sail in South America, while EXPLORA V will operate itineraries in the Mediterranean …
Today I’m releasing a conversation I’ve been excited to share: my sit-down with Anna Nash, President of Explora Journeys, on everything new aboard EXPLORA III. We talk through the design …
Explora Journeys has marked the departure of EXPLORA III following the ship’s naming ceremony in Barcelona, as the newest vessel in the fleet begins service! After the ceremony at the …
After more than four decades of reviewing ships around the world, I’ve learned something. The best cruise ships aren’t always the biggest. They’re not always the newest. And they’re certainly …
The MSC Foundation and Asociación Vellmarí, a Spanish marine conservation organization, have launched a three-year program to restore Posidonia oceanica seagrass meadows in the Mediterranean. The project will begin in …
Explora Journeys has officially named EXPLORA III in Barcelona, marking the arrival of the brand’s first LNG-powered ship and the third vessel in its six-ship fleet!Following its delivery in Genoa …
Explora Journeys has taken delivery of EXPLORA III from Fincantieri’s Sestri Ponente shipyard in Genoa, marking a milestone in the cruise line’s six-ship fleet expansion. EXPLORA III is the third …
Explora Journeys has announced new culinary, wellness, and entertainment experiences for EXPLORA II‘s A Serene Mediterranean season. Highlights include Shore-to-Table experiences with market visits and chef-led cooking classes in Palermo, …
Explora Journeys and Hilton Honors have launched a new partnership that allows Hilton Honors members to earn and redeem Points on Explora Journeys sailings booked through Hilton. The partnership gives …
Explora Journeys is looking ahead to EXPLORA III’s inaugural Alaska season in summer 2027. Sailing from May to September, the ship will offer voyages throughout the region and destination experiences …
On World Ocean Day, Explora Journeys named marine educator, dive trainer, and National Geographic Educator Cristina Ozores as the Godmother of EXPLORA III, the first LNG-powered ship in the Explora …
Explora Journeys introduced Mandala, a new fine jewelry brand that will be available exclusively onboard its fleet, during an event aboard EXPLORA I on June 6. The event welcomed approximately …
EXPLORA III has completed sea trials in the Mediterranean, marking another milestone in the expansion of the Explora Journeys fleet. The trials confirmed the ship’s technical and operational performance ahead …
MSC Group’s Cruise Division released its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining progress in decarbonization, destination management, biodiversity and workforce initiatives across MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys. The report states both brands …
EXPLORA III will launch on August 3 with new culinary concepts, expanded wine experiences and curated lifestyle programming designed to elevate the onboard experience. The ship expands on the dining …
Explora Journeys has opened reservations for “A Serene Mediterranean,” EXPLORA II’s Winter 2026-2027 Journeys Collection, along with select additional sailings. Sailing from November 2026 through March 2027, the collection includes …
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