EXPLORA III

EXPLORA III

The New Luxury Hotel at Sea

A few weeks ago, the third member of the Explora Journeys family, EXPLORA III, was launched — and I was incredibly lucky to spend the day experiencing all that she has to offer. From the moment I stepped on board, one word came to mind: Serenity. Despite guests disembarking and new guests arriving for the next journey, there was an unmistakable sense of calm. The Explora Hosts moved effortlessly around the ship, making everything appear seamless. And perhaps that is the real art of exceptional hospitality: everything is done, and done exceptionally well, but you barely notice it happening. I was also struck by how genuinely happy the Hosts were — and how incredibly proud they were of their beautiful new workplace. That warmth and enthusiasm was infectious.

Following some fascinating and informative presentations from Anna Nash, Antonio Paradiso, Andrew Schweitzer and the wider Explora Journeys team, I was given the opportunity to explore the ship. From the breathtaking Residences and Suites, to the beautifully considered lounges and restaurants, spa and impressive sports facilities including pickleball, padel and basketball, every detail felt thoughtfully designed around the guest experience.

Explora III feels less like a traditional cruise ship and more like an elegant, contemporary ocean resort — a place where space, privacy, exceptional service and discovery come together effortlessly. It was easy to see how a journey on Explora Journeys could transport you into that coveted ‘Ocean State of Mind’.

I left genuinely impressed — and even more excited to introduce my clients to the world of Explora Journeys. 🌊✨

EXPLORA III

At 879 ft long she is 66 ft longer than Explora I & II. Instead of using the extra space to add a number of suites, a decision was made to just add two further cabins, one of which is a second Owner’s Suite.

14 Decks

463 Ocean Front Suites

3 Heated Outdoor Pools, including the adult only pool

5 Indoor & Outdoor Heated Whirlpools

1 Heated, Weather Protected Indoor Pool with retractable Roof

1 Indoor Hydrotherapy Pool at Ocean Wellness

9 Culinary Experiences including in-suite dining

12 Indoor and Outdoor Bars and Lounges

5 Curated Shopping Experiences, including the first Rolex Boutique at sea

YOUR HOME AT SEA

All Suites include:

Private sub terraces with dining area and subbed or loungers

Luggage delivered to suite and bottle of champagne on ice

Walk in wardrobe

Dyson hairdryer

Heated bathroom floors

On demand TV

Wireless bedside charging stations

Plug types B & F

USB A & USB C

Minibar replenished according to each guests preferences

Expresso machine, kettle and teapot

Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest

Mandala Blue toiletries

Binoculars for guests use during journey

463 OCEAN FRONT SUITES

2 Owner’s Residences

39 Ocean Residences

109 Ocean Penthouses

70 Ocean Grand Terrace Suites

243 Ocean Terrace Suites

54 Multi-Gen-Friendly Connecting Suites

11 Accessible Suites

RESTAURANTS

ANTHOLOGY

An Italian fine dining experience celebrating a rich tapestry of authentic flavours. (An exclusive experience fee applies)

SAKURA

Immersive Pan-Asian dining

MARBLE & CO

A redefined European steakhouse experience

EMPORIUM MARKETPLACE

Effortless, cooked to order, all day dining restaurant

MED YACHT CLUB

Celebrating the flavours of the Mediterranean

FIL ROUGE

French inspired international cuisine

EXPLORA LOUNGE

A luminous lounge offering stunning 270-degree views, a spectacular backdrop to informal drinking and dining

CREMA CAFÉ

Bustling European all-day café with infinite sea views

GELATERIA & CREPERIE AT THE CONSERVATORY

Authentic French and Italian indulgences

CHEF’S KITCHEN

An immersive experience offering culinary classes (exclusive experience fee applies)

IN-SUITE DINING

Refined dining in the comfort of your suite or private terrace and available 24 hours. There is an extensive in-suite menu but higher level suites are able to order from the restaurant menus

OCEAN WELLNESS SPA

7500 sq ft of space dedicated to relaxation and rejuvenation

11 serene treatment rooms, including private spa suites with dedicated outdoor relaxation areas and the Medi-Luxe treatment room by Dr Levy Switzerland

Multisensorial Experience Areas: regenerative hydrotherapy pool; contrast therapy; Finnish sauna; steam room; ice fall; salt cave

2906 sq ft Fitness centre and studio, open air fitness area designed in partnership with Technogym

Holistic Wellness: Pilates reformers, outdoor cycling and rowing, Technogym Artis line equipment for functional and strength training

Bespoke Fitness Classes: created in partnership with Technogym

There is also the Nautilus Club for younger guests and on the top deck, in addition to the running track, there is also a pickleball/padel and basketball court.

If anyone has any questions, please get in touch🥰