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Live Cruise Q&A Back from Explora Journeys. Sunday 20 April 2025 9amPT/ Noon ET/ 5pm UK

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👁️ 11K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:04:44
What This Creator Said
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Mediterranean · Spring · 11 nightsFrom BarcelonaVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I've been on about 121 cruises. I've only put so far into Cruise Globe, uh, 48 of them

I had a great time on Explorer. I'm probably not as big a going to be as big a um champion for Explorer as other people who've been on, but it's definitely a line I would strongly consider and recommend considering.

The ships are magnificent. They're beautiful ships. Um, they actually feel quite big.

The service is pretty good. Uh it's fine, but it's not yet of an ultra luxury level.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book with a travel agent for group cruises to get perks and discounts.
Use Shore Excursions Group with code TFT5 for a 5% discount.
Arrive at least one day before your cruise departure, especially in Europe.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWho does Explora Journeys see as their main competitors?
QIs Explora Journeys good for solo travelers and families?
QWhat is the service level like on Explora Journeys?
QHow does the pricing for Explora Journeys compare to other luxury lines?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition3½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1 Happy BaconPool Deck1½ Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Happy BaconService Crew½ Happy BaconKids Family3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Barcelona2½ Happy Bacon
Chivitavecchia1½ Happy Bacon
Rome2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Viator tours
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
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