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Explora 1 by Explora Journeys - Our FULL SHIP TOUR and experience review

ThePoshTravelBlog (Stuart and Christina)
ThePoshTravelBlog (Stuart and Christina)
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👁️ 22K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 27:21
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleNorthern_europe · SummerFrom SouthamptonVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

we've just returned from an inaugural cruise on board the brand new uh striking incredible experience one by Explorer Journeys

it's got a really lovely feeling on board it's really spacious and it's never crowded

it's probably our favorite cruise ship now it really is

book it and actually we are travel agents ourselves

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book this ship if you are considering it
Check out their separate dining guide video for food details
Check out their suite guide videos for cabin details
Follow them on Instagram for daily tips and port adventures
Bring European plug adapters (two pin)

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Is the ship too modern or soulless?It is contemporary luxury but still has heart, wood, and beautiful carpets; not like a hospital
Are there too many children?The demographic is 40s-70s and it is not overrun with children
Is the check-in process stressful?It is streamlined and seamless with plenty of staff

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the public areas like on Explora 1?
QIs the ship crowded?
QWhat is the service level like?
QWhat is the entertainment like?
QWhat is the check-in process like?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition4½ Happy BaconService Crew5 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity4½ Happy BaconPool Deck4½ Happy BaconSpa Fitness4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife4 Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks5 Happy BaconEmbarkation5 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Scotland4½ Happy Bacon
Southampton5 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

This is our experience review and full ship tour of the incredible Explora 1 by Explora Voyages. We absolutely loved this ship and are really pleased to share it with you..look out for our dining guide too, the food onboard was incredible!