EXPLORA II

Mixology, enrichment and entertainment continuously evolving throughout the day.

The most spacious onboard lounge features mixology specialists, enrichment activities and cabaret-style entertainment daily. This venue is designed to continuously evolve and transform throughout the day along with the ocean journey.

• Indoor seating: 210
• Located on Deck 4

A luminous lounge offering spectacular 270-degree views of the ocean, a spectacular backdrop to informal drinking and dining.

Explora Lounge is a central meeting place bathed in natural bright light, where guests can watch the world sail by as they enjoy light meals, snacks, and traditional afternoon tea. Perfect for a quiet moment to read, work or sip a coffee, or simply admire the beautiful sea-facing views which instantly ease the mind into a calming space.

Cool and soothing background music during the day is transformed into a jazz and piano bar at night. This is the perfect soundtrack to your journey paired with a sunset aperitivo in hand.

Guests can enjoy light meals, snacks, traditional afternoon tea, along with inventive modern cocktails barista-made coffees, loose leaf teas, smoothies, and fresh pressed juices.

• Indoor seating: 149
• Outdoor seating: 38
• Located on Deck 11

An all-day pool and outdoor lounge at the water's edge.

An all-day lounge next to the infinity pool, ideal for a waterfront escape offering chilled beach club vibes, with low background music by day and acoustic musicians and DJs as the sun sets, continuing throughout the evening.

Outdoor dining is available from nearby restaurant, Sakura in the form of nutritious bento boxes, conveniently served seated at a table, a lounger or a poolside sunbed.

• Outdoor seating: 122 (Includes sunbeds, lounge chairs and bar seating)
• Located on Deck 5

An all-day lounge and oceanfront escape opening onto the Astern Pool.

The Astern Lounge is the social hub of any journey, with a collection of daily events and happenings suited to every taste.

Effortlessly transitioning throughout the day, Astern Lounge hosts live music, DJ sessions and enrichment insights with a collection of handpicked tastemakers. Coming to life at sundown, the lounge perfects the aperitivo through a nightly ritual celebrating golden hour, complemented by live entertainment.

• Indoor seating: 70
• Located on Deck 5

An all-day poolside lounge protected from the elements.

The Conservatory is a weather-protected poolside lounge by day. By night, it turns into a cinema experience under the stars. A relaxed, calming venue to unwind and enjoy cocktails, with light, lively background music playing throughout the day.

• Indoor seating: 52
• Located on Deck 11

A centrally-located social bar and lounge.

A central gathering social bar and lounge, amongst high-end boutiques, provides the ideal spot to enjoy refreshments throughout the day and night.

• Indoor seating: 40
• Located on Deck 4

A refined tour across the globe’s most celebrated whiskey regions.

Set within the Explora Lounge, Malt offers a refined tour of the global whisky regions, including some of the rarest whiskies, complete with a walk-in humidor, cigar expert and a dedicated outdoor cigar-smoking terrace.

Alongside its drinks menu with an emphasis on dark brown spirits the bar also features an outdoor smoking area for guests to enjoy their hand-rolled cigars*, selected with the guidance of our cigar expert. A range of signature whiskey-based cocktails are also available, curated exclusively for Explora Journeys and served accompanied by the smooth sounds of jazz.

• Indoor seating: 20
• Located on Deck 11

Bustling European all-day café culture on the world’s oceans.

A luxurious layer of crema nods to the freshness of an espresso and aptly lends authenticity and sophistication to a café at the centre of life on board.

Inspired by modern European café culture, Crema Café has softy stylish interiors with comfortable lounge seating, with access to a choice of reading materials and all set against uninterrupted views of the sea. A place to meet, discuss, unwind, taste and indulge, where like-minded guests gather to mingle and converse.

Coffee is chosen by selected connoisseurs who have travelled the world exploring fair-trade coffee origin, character, and strength. Discover the refined methods of brewing coffee from skilled baristas, taste high-quality loose-leaf teas with an on-hand tea expert, or enjoy refreshing cold-pressed juices. A glass display showcases pastries, cakes, desserts and sweets including madeleines, cannelés, biscotti, navette sandwiches as well as gelato throughout the day.

• Indoor seating: 62
• Outdoor seating: 16
• Located on Deck 5

An intimate pool with a chilled vibe throughout the day.

Here, guests can enjoy the sun, sea and serenity along with sunny, sparkling and colourful drinks.

• Outdoor seating: 138 (Includes sunbeds, lounge chairs and bar seating)
• Located on Deck 10

A panoramic adults-only pool and lounge experience.

Inspired by the Ancient Greek god of the sun, and also literally meaning “sun” in Greek, this adults-only area is indeed the sunniest venue onboard, panoramically facing forward on deck 12. Enjoy lying by the pool or lounging throughout the day as you watch the ship sail through the sea.

• Outdoor seating: 100 (Includes sunbeds, lounge chairs and bar seating)
• Located on Deck 12

Refreshing cocktails and infinite views in a sophisticated outdoor setting.

Set on the ship’s highest point, on deck 14, this panoramic outdoor lounge setting is ideal for soothing cocktails and infinite views.

• Located on Deck 14

Explora Journeys offers a diverse programme of enriching and delectable events. Designed to connect guests, hosts and luminaries.

Captain’s Log Secrets of the Sail

Guests will walk the Ship alongside the Captain or Bridge Officers. Discover how ancient seafaring methods have paved the way to the mind-boggling technology of today. Get to know the team who sail us safely around the globe.

Bal Mythos

At the stroke of midnight, guests will don handcrafted masks of local gods and goddesses. Now is the time to revel in a fully immersive club vibe as they dance to resident artists and singers.

Midnight Wayfinder

With dreamy guitar music and storytelling under the stars, guests learn how sailors have long relied on the sea, wind and sky to bring them safely to shore.

Inferno

An unforgettable nod to the glamour of Manhattan’s Studio 54, Soul Train, and Europe’s 1970s discos, where guests can let their hair down, enjoy cocktails from the era, and dance the night away.

Jedinečné, pečlivě vybrané, pohlcující a okouzlující zážitky nabízejí nezapomenutelné okamžiky k vychutnání.

Okázalost

Témata této báječně rozmařilé zkušenosti se mění z salonku do salonku, s živou hudbou, pohlcujícími představeními a atmosférou luxusu, která dělá z Velkého Gatsbyho pouhou druhou ligu.

Večer při svíčkách

Intimní a útulná součást každé plavby, kdy hostující umělci, hudebníci a zpěváci vystupují v hlavních saloncích jemně osvětlených svíčkami. Program sahá od klasické hudby po filmové soundtracky.

Le Jazz

Hosté na plavbách zahrnujících Francii mohou propadnout atmosféře pařížského jazzového klubu, doprovázené francouzskými martini a kanapkami.

Nechte dobré časy plynout

Tanec na rytmy neworleanského jazzového kabaretu je neodmyslitelnou součástí karibské plavby, s kreolským menu, absintovými koktejly a oslnivou hudební virtuozitou.

Explore the intimate, elegant space of The Casino and its diverse gaming offerings: from thrilling poker and blackjack tables to the excitement of American roulette, baccarat elegance, and the chance to hit it big with progressive slot machines.

Inspired by the Ocean State of Mind and influenced by the destinations we visit, The Journey is more than just a place to browse.

Shop fragrance, skincare, apparel, homeware, accessories and fine foods.

Our Inspiration

Every item available is a celebration of creativity, passion, and the power of discovery, each with its own magical story to tell.

Discovery

We champion small, luxury, locally-influenced brands with unique stories to tell, inviting our guests on a journey of discovery into the diverse cultures, flavours, and skills of the visionaries in the destinations we visit.

Consciousness

We are dedicated to partnering with brands that prioritise sustainability, using regenerative, recycled, and natural materials at the heart of the production process; supporting slow fashion and waste reduction, and reducing our environmental impact.

Provenance and Craftmanship

Our products are a celebration of the artisan: skilled craftspeople, artists, smaller suppliers, and designers who pour their passion and creativity into every detail, with a focus on quality materials and finishing.

Collections

More than just a place to buy, our retail experience is a journey of discovery, consciousness, and craftsmanship with provenance. Explore our unique collection of over 30 of the finest artisanal brands that share a commitment to caring for people and planet.

Sensorial Fragrances & Skincare

Regionally inspired, our carefully selected collection of niche fragrance brands showcases the rarest and most precious natural ingredients, for a memorable sensory experience.

Effortless Ready-to-Wear

Unparalleled comfort and style, a curated collectionfor men and women, designed to envelop the wearer in effortless confidence and ease.

Homeware & Gifting

Distinct pieces, beautifully designed for aesthetics and ergonomics. The perfect tokens to take home with you or gift to a loved one following your journey.

Timeless Accessories

Crafted to perfection and designed to last a lifetime, our timeless collection spans scarves, lather goods, eyewear and lifestyle accessories.

Fine Food & Drink

Savour the essence of your travels through the finest food and beverages, carefully selected to showcase small producers, unforgettable flavours and unique stories.

ENCORE

By Explora Journeys

Pre-loved luxury, sustainably yours. Timeless icons, given new life.

Some treasures are too precious for just one story. ENCORE offers a curated collection of authenticated, pre-loved luxury bags and accessories, each with a past as unique as its future.

From rare finds to timeless icons, every piece has been lovingly restored and meticulously verified for quality and authenticity.

Our Bespoke Fragrance

Introducing Mandala Blue by Explora Journeys, the scent of the ship, curated with master perfumer Alberto Morillas.

A fragrance that relaxes, connects, awakens the senses and ultimately transforms.

Cue notes that echo the ocean with enchanting freshness, layered alongside dominant woody and spicy signatures.

Available to purchase from The Journey.

Brand Selection

We’re committed to partnering with brands who reflect our own commitment to sustainable practices and environmental consciousness. It is why we are the first retail experience on the water to seek out partners with relevant certifications, ensuring a positive approach to their production practices.

B-Corp Certified Partners

Ensuring the highest standards in social and environmental performance.

Positive Luxury – Brands to Trust

The Butterfly Mark certification is an independent, globally respected trust mark awarded to luxury brands, retailers and suppliers that meet the highest standards of verified ESG+ performance

A calming space designed to reconnect guests to themselves – influenced at every level by the calming presence of the ocean.

The spa is where the pressures of daily life dissipate to insignificance amidst a sensory journey to the Ocean State of Mind.

Features & Services

• Spa
• Wellness area with thermal facilities
• Signature Ocean Wellness rituals
• Facial treatments
• Body treatments
• Specialised Medi Luxe Treatments by Dr Levy Switzerland
• Ashore wellness Destination Experiences
• In-suite treatments

*Spa treatments, including massages and facials, require a minimum age of 12 years, with parental supervision. Access to our Wellness area and thermal facilities is reserved for guests aged 16 years and above.

Eleven Dedicated Treatment Rooms

• Two Private Spa Suites with a dedicated outdoor relaxation area
• One Double treatment room
• Seven single treatment rooms
• One single treatment room for specialised skin treatments
• Outdoor relaxation area

*Spa treatments cannot be booked until 90 days prior to embarkation.

The Spa Facilities:

• Steam Room - A regenerating oasis of psycho-physical wellbeing. Air, steam, and scented fragrances combine and gently rest on the skin, making natural exfoliation easier and increasing perspiration.
• Experience Shower - A multi-sensory journey, the warm shower is complete with fragrances and soft colour lights, offering moments of utmost pleasure – either at the beginning or at the end of the day.
• Hydrotherapy Pool - This warm therapeutic pool is designed to promote healing, relaxation and physical rehabilitation. Heated to a soothing temperature, gentle currents and jets work to ease muscle tension, improve circulation, and support joint mobility.
• Finnish Sauna - A deeply purifying experience using dry heat, to help you unwind and reduce stress levels while also opening the airways, relaxing the muscles, and oxygenating tissues.
• Salt Cave - In an inviting cavern with walls covered in Himalayan salt bricks, the air is infused with microscopic salt particles and negative ions. As you inhale the mineral-rich air, respiratory health is enhanced and a sense of overall relaxation ensues.
• Steam Shower - A shower that combines the relaxing heat of the steam and the regenerating freshness of water. (* Available within private Spa suites)
• Ice Fall - The Ice Fall regenerates the body after intense heat exposure in the Finnish Sauna or Steam Room.
• Heated Marble Loungers - A restful place to relax, equipped with an infrared system that radiates the heat to ease muscle stiffness and create on overall feeling of comfort and warmth.
• Outdoor Relaxation Area - A tranquil open-air relaxation deck with infinite ocean views​, perfect for reflection before or after a treatment.

We believe true beauty begins within. When you feel well, it radiates, bringing confidence on the outside too.

Step inside The Beauty Studio - a serene, flowing space, designed to meet all your beauty needs. From indulgent hair rituals and precision, barber treatments to rejuvenating hand and foot care, every service is delivered with intention and care.

Services include:

• Hair Care Rituals
• Barber Services
• Manicures & Hand Treatments
• Pedicures & Foot Care
• In-Suite Beauty Services

An approach that echoes the revitalising power of the oceans

Over 350 sqm (3,750 sq ft) of indoor and outdoor fitness facilities designed in partnership with Technogym.

Features:

• Functional training
• Strength training
• Cardio
• Pilates
• Technogym classes
• Body assessment
• Immersive wellness experiences
• Outdoor exercise
• Cycling classes
• Personal and group training

Diverse, dynamic and designed for you

Fitness Centre - Featuring a dedicated fitness assessment area, and state-of-the-art Technogym Artis equipment, our centre empower every guest to achieve a comprehensive, well-rounded workout.

Fitness Studio - Enjoy customised Technogym-powered classes, featuring the versatile Technogym Bench or enhance core strength and balance with expert-led Pilates Reformer sessions.

Open Air Fitness - Train outdoors with ocean views on our Open Air Fitness Deck. Equipped with flexible solutions, such as Technogym Skillrow, Group Cycle bikes and the Technogym Case Kit, offering variety and versatility.

In-Suite Fitness - Enjoy access to an all-inclusive functional training kit that empowers you to perform total body workouts with the guidance of the Technogym virtual coach, in the comfort of your suite, or on your very own balcony overlooking the ocean.

Running Track - A 360-degree track encircling all our ships – ideal for morning runs with uninterrupted ocean views.

Experiences, programmes and spaces designed to enhance the influence of the ocean on wellbeing

From sleep to nutrition, our collection of initiatives has been carefully curated to ensure each and every guests has the opportunity to enhance their sense of wellbeing, no matter their fitness levels or abilities.

Sleep Retreat

Sleep is the calm that lays the elemental foundations of life.

Our Sleep Retreat provides guests with a series of sleep-enhancing practices curated following an introductory one-to-one workshop and accompanied by a sleep-enhancing smoothie.

From the Aromatherapy Associates Relax and Sleep Ritual and restorative Yoga Nidra classes to in-suite bedtime meditations, our therapists ensure every guest benefits from a well-rested stay.

The Sleep Retreat also offers access to expert-led workshops that help uncover the importance of sleep, giving answers to an important - yet often overlooked - subject.

Mindful Nutrition

A celebration of talents, cultures and passions.

Yoga

ENERGY YOGA:

Energy flow power class with the addition of bamboo tapping to supercharge energy levels. Complete the yoga practice with a bespoke visualisation inspired by the ocean’s incessant vitality.

SLEEP YOGA:

A portal to peace, this combination of restorative yoga, Yoga Nidra and the addition of warm neck and eye pillows sends you on a path to a truly blissful night’s sleep.

RELAXATION YOGA:

Cradle your emotions with the crystal oceanic wisdom singing bowl whilst meditating to focus on love and kindness. All to foster greater feelings of self-love and appreciation.

MINDFULNESS YOGA:

A deeply therapeutic restorative yoga class anchoring the body and mind in the present moment through the use of essential oils and bespoke guided ocean-inspired meditation.

IMMUNE-BOOSTING YOGA:

Yoga flow with a focus on pranayama techniques, proven to enhance oxygen flow and reduce anxiety. The practice ends with an immune-fortifying juice shot.

Immune Boosting Retreat

This wholly restorative programme includes an introductory one-to-one workshop with a welcome immune-fortifying juice, as well as a one-to-one yoga flow with a focus on pranayama techniques and thymus tapping. The programme is complemented by a specially curated immune-fortifying lunch and an Aromatherapy Associates Immune Support Treatment.

The Retreat also includes access to expert-led workshops that uncover the importance of protecting your immune system. Learn about the core principles of immunity, and how to boost it.

The workshop is complemented with immune-fortifying foods, snacks and pranayama techniques to practice at home, taking the retreat beyond the parameters of your ocean journey.

Embark on a journey of awakening

A series of onboard experiences to help you begin your day with intention. Designed to enliven your senses and elevate your mood as you transition into the Ocean State of Mind.

Touch

• Sunrise yoga on deck accompanied by rejuvenating bamboo tapping
• Technogym Case with a wake up and energise routine for an active start
• Guided morning stretches streamed directly to your in-suite TV.

Hear

• Curated Awakening playlist to gently energise your morning featuring soothing ocean harmonies to welcome a new day.

See

• Journey of Awakening TV channel with mindful movement and breathing sessions
• Revive lifestyle cards with daily inspiration and wellbeing tips.

Smell

• Uplifting scented towels available at the Ocean Wellness - Fitness Centre and throughout wellness experiences.

Taste

• In-suite vitality shot to boost energy.
• Wellness-focussed breakfast selection and energising herbal teas.

Embark on a journey of sleeping

Transition into rest with a series of onboard experiences designed to invoke a sense of calm and serenity, encouraging a deep, restorative sleep.

Touch

• Evening Yoga Nidra for deep relazation
• Soothing bath ritual to unwind
• Technogym Case: Good Night & De-Stress routine to relax the body

Hear

• Guided bedtime meditations via in-suite TV
• Tranquil nighttime playlist to ease into sleep

See

• Journey of Sleeping TV channel with calming visuals and sleep stories
• Restore lifestyle cards with evening wellness rituals and wind-down tips.

Smell

• Relaxing pillow mist made with essential oils

Taste

• Sleep-enhancing dining options
• Herbal teas crafted to promote restful sleep

On the outdoor deck, guests can train in the open air, with direct ocean views. The Open Air Fitness area provides guests with the latest fitness equipment such as:

• SKILLROW, the first outdoor rowing equipment designed to improve anaerobic power, aerobic capacity and neuromuscular abilities in one solution
• GROUP CYCLE BIKES, perfect to create an engaging cycling experience.
• TECHNOGYM CASE KIT

Guests can use Skillrow, Group Cycle bikes and also Technogym Case in the way they most prefer: they can choose to train individually, receive support from a qualified personal trainer, or participate in exciting and engaging fitness classes.

More exercise options in the open air include:

• RUNNING TRACK: Encircling the ship is a 360º track where runners can enjoy commanding ocean views while they do laps.
• SPORTS COURT: The ideal space for touch tennis, half basketball, or yoga ritual experiences.

Enjoy the all-inclusive functional training kit that empowers you to perform myriads of total body workouts, with the guidance of the Technogym virtual coach.

Vyhrazený prostor pro různé aktivity, jako je dotykový tenis, poloviční basketbal a rituální zážitky jógy.

Využití tohoto prostoru je pro všechny hosty zdarma a vybavení, jako jsou míče, rakety a další, bude na palubě k dispozici bez poplatku.

Located within the Fitness Centre, the Fitness Studio allows guests to take part in yoga classes with the Technogym training mats, which offer extra-large size and maximum comfort, or enjoy functional workouts with the Technogym Bench, Technogym Skill tools and the Technogym Case Kit, a practical and spacious bag with a QR code on the hangtag, that allows for direct access to a digital library of video exercises and guided routines focused on their needs.

Additionally, our Fitness Studio offers Pilates Reformers classes for improved balance through the strengthening of the core muscles.