EXPLORA II completes sea trials, readies for August debut

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Explora Journeys’ second ship, EXPLORA II, has successfully completed its sea trials ahead of her maiden voyage from Barcelona on 11 August 2024.

The 922-guest vessel is the second of a series of six ultra-luxury ships currently being built for the brand by the Fincantieri shipyard.

“The launch of the EXPLORA I last year was the realisation of a long-held family dream to offer guests an unmatched luxury at sea experience. The EXPLORA II successfully completing her sea trials is the next milestone on our Explora journey,” said Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman, Cruise Division of MSC Group.

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“In summer 2024 discerning travellers will now have the opportunity to travel on our two ships on carefully created and combinable itineraries both in the Western and Eastern Mediterranean, embarking from easy access ports and uncovering hidden gems in lesser traveled destinations,” he added.

The 461-stateroom ship will visit destinations such as Portofino, Porto Cervo, St-Tropez, Calvi, Mahon and Monte Carlo. Itineraries range from seven to 21 nights.

EXPLORA II follows the arrival of EXPLORA I which entered service in August 2023. The company is set to add four additional luxury vessels by 2028.

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