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OUR SHIPS

Explora I

Designed to feel like your own private yacht, EXPLORA I sets the stage for the highest standards of modern luxury.

EXPLORA I Ship Highlights

461

Suites

5

Pools

6

Restaurants

248

Metre Length

63,621 GT

Tonnage

1.25:1

Guest to Host Ratio

EXPLORA I Deck Plans

Your Homes at Sea

View the ocean from all 461 suites.
Among the most spacious in the category.

Life on Explora

A celebration of talent and cultures

An elegant, cosmopolitan atmosphere

Invigorate the senses, lift the spirits

Enriching, personalised experiences

Curated collections, watches and fine jewellery

4 pools, 1 indoor and 64 private cabanas

Art on board EXPLORA I

Galleria d’Arte

Starting 19 June 2024, Galleria d’Arte – an immersive art space on board EXPLORA I – will feature a privately-owned collection of limited-edition prints from two legendary pop art masters: Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. 

On board featured artists

The art selection on board features a blend of renowned and emerging artists, alongside master artisans, creating an immersive art experience for guests throughout the ship. From the suites to the restaurants, and from the passing areas to the lounges and lobby, the artworks enhance every space. 

Live from EXPLORA I

Follow the ship in real time.
Share views of her current location.

Our Captains

Captain Pietro Sinisi

As Captain of Explora Journeys, Pietro Sinisi brings not only his expertise but also his passion for the sea and dedication to crafting unforgettable experiences for guests.

Captain Pietro Sinisi

Born in Rome, Captain Pietro’s seafaring journey began at the prestigious Acciaiuoli Nautical Technical School in Ortona, Italy. His early career was marked by his service in the Italian Navy, where he served as an Officer at the Livorno Naval Academy and on the Nave Bradano.

In 1995, Captain Pietro embarked on a new chapter in the cruise industry, quickly rising through the ranks to assume his first command by 2008. 

With over 30 years of experience, Captain Pietro is celebrated for his unwavering dedication to safety and exemplary leadership. He was awarded the Navy Bronze Medal of Merit in 2022 for his heroic rescue of eleven crew members during adverse weather conditions in November 2018, a testament to his commitment to the safety and wellbeing of those at sea.

Off-duty, Captain Pietro cherishes moments with his family, finding joy in traveling alongside his wife and two children. An avid boater, he enjoys boat excursions and diving adventures where he explores the natural marvels both above and below the waves. He also enjoys reading tales of old sea explorers and admires the majestic galleons that once sailed the world’s oceans.

In his leisure time, Captain Pietro embraces the thrill of riding his motorbike, savouring the freedom akin to the sea breeze. He also finds solace in nature through running, swimming in the open sea, and bonding with his son over games of bowling.

As Captain of Explora Journeys, Pietro Sinisi brings not only his expertise but also his passion for the sea and dedication to crafting unforgettable experiences for guests.

Captain Diego Michelozzi

Tuscan born Captain Diego Michelozzi comes from four generations of seafarers. The importance of preserving the mesmerising.

Captain Serena Melani

As Master of EXPLORA II, Captain Serena Melani, who holds the highest grade of seafarer qualification onboard, has the ultimate responsibility for everything that happens, being the accountable person in the eyes of the law for all the activities on board the ship. 

Serena Melani

Captain Serena Melani is the Master of EXPLORA II, the second ship of Explora Journeys. First appointed in June 2022 as the Master of EXPLORA I, she launched the ship in 2023, followed by her inaugural season journeys.

 

With her 32-year career at sea, Captain Serena is a role model for inclusivity, being one of very few female senior leaders in the maritime industry. Prior to joining Explora Journeys, after graduating from the Nautical Technical School in her hometown of Livorno, an Italian port city on Tuscany’s coastline, Serena gained her early experience onboard various oil tankers, gas carriers, RoRo ships and livestock carriers. She spent seven years with Carnival Cruises, working her way up from 3rd Officer to 1st Officer. Most recently, Serena spent twelve years with Regent Seven Seas, where she became their first female Master and first Italian female Master of a passenger ship. In 2020 she became the first ever female Master in cruise history to launch a ship. 

 

When not at sea, Serena splits her time between Italy and her home in Korcula, a Dalmatian Island of Croatia with her husband. Travelling is a key dimension of her life, and she has a special connection with Africa and the Dolomites, part of the Northern Italian mountains.  

Our Godmother

Sylvia Earle

Dr. Sylvia Earle, the world-renowned oceanographer, explorer, and conservationist, will be the Godmother of its first ship, EXPLORA I.

The making of EXPLORA I

11 June 2021

Steel Cutting Ceremony

A major shipbuilding milestone for Explora Journeys. This centuries-old maritime tradition confers good fortune and blessing for her future.

24 February 2022

Coin Ceremony

A significant shipbuilding milestone honors the family's seafaring heritage and brings blessings for the ship's future.

30 May 2022

Float Out

The ship's inaugural water touch marks a crucial step before completion at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy.

13 April 2023

Sea Trials

EXPLORA I completes her sea trials with flying colours, a critical process ahead of final preparations for her maiden journey in August 2023.

20 July 2023

Delivery Ceremony

EXPLORA I, a 63,621 GT vessel, was delivered on July 20, 2023, at Fincantieri's Monfalcone shipyard, starting construction on June 10, 2021.

1 August 2023

Maiden Journey

The luxury ship journeyed from Copenhagen to Reykjavik, making stops at Lerwick, Shetland Islands, and Kirkwall, Orkney, during its seven-night trip.

12 October 2023

Naming Ceremony

Explora Journeys’ first of six luxury ships was officially named by renowned marine biologist and oceanographer Dr Sylvia Earle in Manhattan.

Committed to Sustainability

As part of the MSC Group, Explora Journeys is committed to building ships for tomorrow, utilising today's latest technologies and being ready to adapt to alternative energy solutions as they become available.

  • Hybrid-ready energy solutions
  • Waste-management and energy-saving solutions
  • No single-plastic used on-board and ashore