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Explora Journeys represents the ambition and long-held dream of the MSC Group and the Aponte family to create a transformative luxury ocean travel experience and brand that redefines the luxury cruise category.

The Aponte family records date back to the 17th century from which 300 years of sea-faring expertise, alongside an inherent passion and respect for the sea has developed.

Indeed, the ocean and its influence on us as human beings sits at the very heart of the Explora Journeys brand.

The oceans connect you with yourself, people and the places around you. It relaxes you, and creates an energy in you that inspires inner and outer discovery, broadens horizons and triggers new connections.

All of this, creates an emotional connection that is powerful, transformative, yet universal.

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Accommodation

View the ocean, from your room

461 Ocean Front Suites

  • 1 Owner’s Residence
  • 22 Ocean Residences
  • 67 Ocean Penthouses
  • 371 Ocean Terrace and Ocean Grand Terrace Suites
  • 78 multi-generation-friendly connecting suites

Featuring

  • Private terraces which are amongst the largest in the category
  • Large floor-to-ceiling windows with elegant interiors
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Dining

Eleven distinct inclusive culinary experiences

  • Focused on healthy, delicious food from local, sustainable sources
  • Emporium Marketplace - Effortless all-day dining restaurant
  • Anthology - Sophisticated concept restaurant showcasing up-and-coming chefs from around the globe*
  • Sakura - Pan Asian restaurant
  • Marble & Co. - Steakhouse experience
  • Med Yacht Club - Mediterranean-style restaurant
  • Fil Rouge - International-style restaurant
  • Crema Café - Coffee lounge
  • Gelateria & Creperie at The Conservatory - Poolside dining
  • Chef’s kitchen with private dining and culinary school*
  • In-suite dining

* Experience fee applicable to two venues

Sample Menus

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Mississippi
Puget Sound

Appetizer

Pacific Northwest Scampi – Jumbo Shrimp served in a savory Herbed Butter Sauce over Lemon Arugula Risotto

Pacific Coast Shrimp Bisque

Entree

Widmer Cascadian Ale braised Snake River Farms Pork Shank served with Herbed Polenta, Heirloom Bean Cassoulet, and Apple Gremolata

Delectable Dungeness Crab Cake served with Roasted Red Pepper Remoulade, Rice Pilaf, and Sautéed Green Beans

Delectable Dungeness Crab Cake served with Roasted Red Pepper Remoulade, Rice Pilaf, and Sautéed Green Beans

Dessert

Moist Marionberry Cheesecake

Almond Cake served with flavorful Balsamic Strawberries and Orange Mascarpone

Almond Cake served with flavorful Balsamic Strawberries and Orange Mascarpone

Appetizer

Traditional Chicken & Andouille Gumbo

Cajun Spiced Jumbo Sea Scallops served with an exquisite Creole Beurre Blanc sauce

Garden Fresh Feta House Salad with Walnuts, Red Onion, Sun-Dried Cherries with a White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Entree

Dixie Lager Braised Chicken served with crisp Andouille Sausage, Red Beans, Rice, and Stewed Squash

Pan-seared Beef Tenderloin & Stuffed Lobster Tail served with a Potato Puree and Vegetable Medley

Pasta St. Charles with a delectable Creole Mustard Cream Sauce served over Penne with Louisiana Shrimp and Andouille Sausage

Dessert

Signature Bourbon Pecan Pie
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Creole Bread Pudding with a warm Whiskey Caramel

Homemade Peach and Blackberry Cobbler

Appetizer

Crab & Roasted Corn Bisque

Old Bay Poached Shrimp Cocktail

Washington Salad

Entree

Pan Seared Pacific Halibut

Pacific Hazelnut Crusted Chicken with Honey Kissed Risotto, Huckleberry Balsamic Glaze

Dungeness Crab Cake - Roasted red pepper Tartar, wild rice pilaf and sauteed spinach

Dessert

Mount Lebanon Spiced Apple Pudding with Maple Whipped Cream

Gourmet Chocolate Fudge Cake
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Vanilla Crème Brule

Sample Menus

Appetizer

Veal Pâté Praline & Mascarpone-Cucumber-Jelly

with red onion confit and brioche

Oak Leaf & Frisée Salad

with water cress, fennel and blue cheese dressing

Soup

Carrot & Ginger Soup

with coconut milk, spring onions and croûtons

Porcini Ravioli & Creamy Truffle Sauce

with tomato concassée and spring onions

Entree

Original Viennese ‚Tafelspitz‘

with boiled beef, creamy spinach, pan roasted potatoes, horseradish-apple salad and chive sauce

Fillet Of Danube Trout & Saffron Crème Fraîche

with green pea risotto with white wine beurre blanc

Warm Vegetable Strudel

with spiced tomato chutney and creamy herb sauce

Dessert

Sacher Cake in the Glass

with chocolate bisquit, apricot jam and whipped cream

Cheese & Crackers

with grapes, nuts and fruit chutney

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Tea & Coffee

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Entertainment

Facilities

More than 2,500 square metres (26,909 square feet) of outdoor space delivering spectacular sea views, includes three swimming pools and 64 private cabanas, whilst an indoor pool with a retractable glass roof will allow swimming and poolside relaxation in any weather.

Combined with numerous indoor and outdoor whirlpools on the ship’s promenade deck, the ship has been designed with water as a real focal point of the experience - helping our guests discover their ocean state of mind.

Numerous lounging and entertainment options

  • Several indoor and outdoor bar and lounge experiences with curated entertainment and intimate performances
  • Lobby bar
  • Explora Lounge
  • Malt Whiskey Bar with humidor
  • Chef’s Kitchen
  • Journey’s Lounge
  • Astern Lounge
  • Crema Café

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