From moonrise cocktails to a Bacchanal midnight dance, Explora Journeys is promising its first new luxury ship will provide unique entertainment on board as well as ashore. The company that starts sailing in 2023 has announced a program of on-board activities and enrichment “designed to stimulate the mind and feed the soul.”
“We’ve adopted a new thoughtful and personalized approach to entertainment, enrichment and experiences at sea. The discerning luxury traveler looking for something that authentically reflects their mood as well as their journey will find a subtle, layered, intimate and yet exciting choice of experiences and diversions aboard our ships,” said Drew Gowland, Explora’s senior lead entertainment, experience & enrichment.
Among the many unique activities planned on a cruise are:
Ombré Sunsets: Guests can hone their photography skills in the Explora Lounge. They learn how to capture a fiery sunset as it fades to rosy blush; how to take the perfect selfie for Instagram; or how to light a personal portrait or piece of art to best effect.
The Spirit of Whiskey: An entertaining tutorial from skillful mixologists in the Malt Whiskey Bar, where guests explore this time-honored spirit as they try their hand at making signature drinks.
Melodic Master Class: Resident artists get to know the guests, sharing their talents and discussing song writing, improvisation and composition.
Captain’s Log… Secrets of the Sail: Guests join the Captain or bridge officers on an engrossing walk around the deck. They learn how old seafaring methods have given way to today’s mind-boggling technology as they get to know the team responsible for sailing them safely around the world.
Bal Mythos: At the stroke of midnight, guests can choose to don handcrafted masks of local gods and goddesses and enjoy the club vibe as they dance to the resident Bacchus Band and singers.
Midnight Wayfinder: With guitar music and storytelling under the stars or around the Conservatory Pool, guests learn how sailors have long relied on the sea, wind and stars to bring them safely to shore.
Inferno: A happy nod to the glitz of Manhattan’s Studio 54, Soul Train, and Europe’s discos in the 1970s where guests can enjoy cocktails from the era and boogie the night away.
An Evening by Candlelight: An intimate and cozy part of every EXPLORA I journey, guest musicians and vocalists perform in the main lounges softly lit by candlelight, creating a range of experiences from classical music to movie soundtracks.
Decadence: The themes of this fabulously indulgent experience switch from lounge to lounge, with live music, immersive performances and an air of lavishness that make The Great Gatsby look second-rate.
Le Jazz: Guests enjoying journeys that include France can let go in a Parisian jazz club experience, accompanied by French martinis and canapés.
Let the Good Times Roll: Jiving to New Orleans jazz cabaret is an essential part of the Caribbean itinerary, with a French Creole menu, absinthe cocktails and dazzling musicianship.
Explora Journeys is the privately-owned luxury lifestyle brand of the MSC Group. A fleet of six ships, two of which are under construction, and two which will be powered by hydrogen, will be launched from 2023 to 2028.
EXPLORA I offers 461 ocean-front suites, penthouses and residences designed to be as comfortable as “Homes at Sea,” all with sweeping ocean views, private terrace, a choice of 11 distinct culinary experiences, across six vibrant restaurants plus in-suite dining, 12 bars and lounges (eight outdoor and four indoor) chef`s kitchen, four swimming pools, extensive outdoor decks with private cabanas, wellness facilities, and refined entertainment.
