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What’s NOT Included on Explora Journeys? | Additional Costs, Extras & Surprises on Explora I

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Creator's Key Takeaways

So, Explore Journeys is almost an all-inclusive cruise experience, but after our week aboard Explorer 1, we found a few extras that you might want to budget for.

The first is called Anthology and it's a fine dining restaurant with a Italian food and it comes with seven courses.

Now, most people are not going to need this, but connoisseurs can find a way to spend more.

They said that uh I asked, 'Have you sold many of these? $300 is a lot of money for a cigar.' and she showed me the box and the box had 24 in and this was day three.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Explore ports on your own to avoid expensive shore excursions.

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Unexpected extra costs for dining, spa, and excursionsBudget for these extras and consider self-guided exploration to save money.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is not included on Explora Journeys cruises?
QWhat are the additional costs and extras on Explora I?

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YouTube Video Description

Thinking of booking Explora Journeys or the Explora I luxury cruise ship? This video breaks down exactly what’s not included in your cruise fare — the real extras, upcharges, and hidden costs you’ll want to know before you sail. You can read more here : https://bucketlistguides.com/whats-not-included-on-explora-journeys-hidden-costs-explained/ Explora Journeys promotes itself as an all-inclusive luxury cruise experience, but as we discovered on board Explora I, there are still a few things you’ll need to pay for. From Anthology fine dining (€165 per person + €70 wine pairing) to spa treatments, shore excursions, and premium wines and spirits, here’s what you can expect to cost extra on your Explora voyage. 0:00 – Intro – What’s NOT Included on Explora Journeys 0:30 – Specialty dining at Anthology (€165 + wine pairing) 1:50 – Premium wines & spirits that cost extra 🍷 2:27 – Cigars! 3:35 – Spa treatments & wellness extras 💆‍♀️ 4:29 – Shore excursions and private transfers 🚐 5:23 –Transfers to and From 6:23 – Personal Training 7:00 – My honest thoughts – worth the price? We’ll cover: 💶 Anthology restaurant – the up-charge fine-dining venue 🍾 Premium drinks and rare wines 💆 Spa and salon treatments 🏖 Shore excursions and destination experiences 🚐 Transfers and private celebrations 💨 Cigars and designated smoking areas Whether you’re comparing Explora Journeys vs Seabourn, Silversea, or Regent Seven Seas, this honest review explains the differences in inclusions and helps you decide if the price is worth it. 💬 Have you sailed with Explora Journeys? Were there extras that surprised you? Share your thoughts in the comments below — I’d love to include them in a follow-up! 📺 Related Videos: • Explora I Suite Tour & Review • Anthology Fine Dining Full Experience • Explora Entertainment Highlights • Smoking on Explora Journeys #ExploraJourneys #LuxuryCruise #CruiseReview #ExploraI #CruiseTips #TravelVlog