First World Problems on Explora Journeys and Explora 1 Cruises
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We just finished a cruise with Explorer Journeys on Explorer 1 from Istanbul to Athens.
The problem was is that it hadn't been cleaned. The balcony, as you can see in the video, had a big stain on it.
On the whole, we totally recommend this boat. It's great.
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Thinking of booking a luxury cruise with Explora Journeys? In this video, we highlight what went wrong on Explora I — not a disaster by any means, but a series of issues that surprised us given the price point and marketing. If you’re searching for an honest perspective on Explora Journeys, this video will help. 0:00 – Introduction: Sailing on Explora I 0:39 – First Impressions & Balcony Blip 2:05 – Previous Guest Info in the Cabin 2:55 – Champagne for 1? 3:40 – Missing Bottles, bags and pens🍽️ 5:08 – Sanitary Surplus 6:15 – Lugging luggage 7:26 – Forgotten Birthday 9:55 – Restaurant Reservations 11:33 – Anthology Explora 13:10 – Pre and Post Cruise Communications 15:00 - Would we go on Explora Journeys again? Our Explora I cruise review experience included a dirty balcony on arrival, and missing items such as water bottles, glasses, tote bags, and pens. We also noticed inconsistencies in service, with a couple of waiters being less than professional, and awkward communication around dining. Pre-cruise and post-cruise customer service with Explora Journeys also raised concerns, with slow or dismissive responses despite their promise of quick turnaround. While we enjoyed the overall service and atmosphere on board — the ship itself is stunning and most of the crew were excellent — these problems stood out. This isn’t a negative cruise review, but rather a look at the “first world problems” you might encounter when sailing on Explora Journeys Explora I. The aim is to give a balanced account so you know what to expect, what to watch out for, and how Explora compares to other luxury cruise lines. If you’re researching Explora I reviews, luxury cruise reviews, or Explora Journeys problems, this video shares our real experience at sea. Have you cruised with Explora yet? Let us know in the comments — we’d love to hear if you had similar experiences or a smoother sailing. #ExploraJourneys #Explora1 #exploraCruiseProblems #HonestCruiseReview