Big Hype, or Best Ever? Explora 1 NEW Ship Tour 2026
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I am back on board Explore 1, maybe my favorite cruise ship in the world.
All the drinks are complimentary on Explorer. No extra charge as well as gratuitities, fine dining throughout the ship.
Anthology, maybe the best specialty dining restaurant anywhere on any cruise ship or maybe even on land.
Explorer is really good with the accessibility. So if you have someone that has mobility issues and they want to go up to deck 14 to the sports court and sky bar, it can happen.
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Mike Shares New Updates, Tips on Explora Journeys' First Ship, Explora I.. See our Exclusive Rolex AD video here: https://youtu.be/_OwQvjs7N2E Hit Like, Subscribe Now.. Comments Welcome. Follow Affluent Journeys™ on Facebook, Instagram. Serious booking inquiries call 305 851 3308, or request online via AffluentJourneys.com now. *US/Canadian residents only. Explora I, launched in 2023 by Explora Journeys, is a 63,900-ton luxury cruise ship featuring 461 all-balcony suites, accommodating 922 passengers with a 1.25:1 guest-to-host ratio. The 813-foot vessel offers 14 decks, four pools, nine dining experiences, and an focus on sustainability with advanced marine technology. Key Stats & Dimensions Built: 2023 (Fincantieri, Italy) Gross Tonnage: 63,900 GT Length: 813 feet (248 meters) Beam (Width): 107 feet (32 meters) Decks: 14 (11 passenger decks) Max Speed: 18 knots Capacity & Crew Guests: 900–922 Crew: 640–700 Suites: 461 (all with private terraces) Amenities & Features Dining: Nine distinct culinary experiences, including Sakura (Pan-Asian), Med Yacht Club, and Fil Rouge. Pools/Whirlpools: Four pools (including one indoor with retractable roof) and multiple hot tubs. Wellness: "Ocean Wellness" spa, fitness center, and 64 private cabanas. Space Ratio: High space-per-guest ratio (~69–70), emphasizing luxury and privacy. Sustainability & Design Technology: Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system, shore-to-ship power, and RINA Dolphin certification for reduced underwater noise. Build: Designed to be highly energy-efficient.