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EXPLORA III, the third ship in the Explora Journeys fleet, made her maiden call to Greencastle on Friday 12 September, welcoming 30 Travel Advisors from across Ireland onboard.

Explora Journeys has announced two new Journey Collections for its traditional Northern Winter 2027-2028 season, offering guests a distinct choice of horizons: a sun-soaked summer escape into the wild frontiers of South America aboard EXPLORA I, or an embrace of quiet, atmospheric light and richer connections across the Mediterranean and Atlantic Islands aboard EXPLORA V.

EXPLORA III, the third ship in the Explora Journeys fleet, made her maiden call to Southampton, welcoming 30 travel advisors from across the UK travel trade community on board to experience the ship first-hand.

Each of these cruise lines offers a unique blend of luxury, comfort and exquisite destinations. Some have gourmet dining, the finest wines in the world, and sommeliers; others have 24hr concierge service for each of their guests, ensuring that you have the best experience off board and onboard. Some have butler service, Impressive Spas, even onboard helicopters to make the most of every destination. Onboard the Seabourn Quest in Alaska, you can feast on unlimited caviar or Sh

Explora Journeys has officially named EXPLORA III in Barcelona, welcoming the brand’s first LNG-powered ship to the fleet and marking the halfway point in its vision of six extraordinary ships redefining ultra-elegant ocean travel – and has embarked on her maiden voyage to Lisbon. Following her early delivery in Genoa on 23 July 2026, EXPLORA III embarked on an exclusive Prelude Journey through the Mediterranean before arriving in Barcelona for today’s official Naming Ceremon

The MSC Foundation and Asociación Vellmarí have launched “Shallow Bays of the Mediterranean”, a new three-year programme combining restoration, marine education and community engagement.

Explora Journeys has unveiled details of its new food and beverage, wellbeing and entertainment experiences for ‘A Serene Mediterranean’ – the Winter 2026-2027 Journeys Collection of EXPLORA II. Highlights include: Immersive Culinary Discoveries: Shore-to-Table experiences, featuring local market visits and chef-led masterclasses in Palermo, Marseille, Barcelona, Bari and Brindisi, alongside exclusive Meet the Winemaker experiences at celebrated Mediterranean vineyards and es