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An Extended Celebration Journey Into New Caribbean Dawns

Ship: Explora I   
Departure: Sunday, December 21, 2025
Nights: 13 nights
Departs: Bridgetown
Returns: Bridgetown
Return Trip
Return
trip
Duration
13
Nights
Days at Sea
7
Sea Days
Ports
6
Ports
Countries Visted
6
Countries
  • Itinerary

    An Extended Celebration Journey Into New Caribbean Dawns

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Sunday, December 21, 2025 Bridgetown, Barbados Embark 20:00
    View of Bridgetown, Barbados

    The city of Bridgetown is the capital and largest city of the island country of Barbados, a major tourist destination in the West Indies. The city has numerous attractions, landmarks, monuments, museums, and art galleries of an international standard. It is also a starting point for visiting many other popular cities on the island. Read more about Bridgetown, Barbados

    2 Monday, December 22, 2025 Tobago/Scarborough
    3 Tuesday, December 23, 2025 Fort-de-France, Martinique 09:00 19:00
    View of Fort-de-France, Martinique

    Martinique is a Caribbean island that is an overseas department of France. It truly is a ‘little bit of France’, and visitors quickly become aware that very little English is spoken. On the other hand, it is intriguing in that it is one of the few islands where the lush countryside reflects the growth of sugar cane and bananas. Read more about Fort-de-France, Martinique

    4 Wednesday, December 24, 2025 St John's, Antigua and Barbuda 08:00 20:00
    View of St John's, Antigua and Barbuda

    St John’s, the capital of the nation of Antigua and Barbuda (two islands) in the Caribbean, sits on the NW coast of the tropical island of Antigua that is home to magnificent beaches. St John's was hit significantly by Hurricane Irma (Sep 2017) but tourist infrastructure remained intact. St John’s reflects its British heritage with such edifices as Fort Barrington overlooking the shoreline, and 17th C Fort James. Read more about St John's, Antigua and Barbuda

    5 Thursday, December 25, 2025 St. Maarten/Philipsburg
    6 Friday, December 26, 2025 Tortola/Road Town
    7 Saturday, December 27, 2025 At Sea
    8 Sunday, December 28, 2025 At Sea
    9 Monday, December 29, 2025 Miami, USA 07:00 17:00
    View of Miami, USA

    Miami, located on the Atlantic coast at the southern tip of Florida, where outdoor sports are open all seasons and dress is casual, is a melting pot of cultures. Miami and Miami Beach are in effect two distinctly different cities, as Miami Beach is almost exclusively tourist orientated, while Miami is a cosmopolitan city with a distinctly Latin American flavour. Don’t miss the South Beach section where fashion designer Gianni Versace lived and died that is one of the trendiest neighbourhoods in the world. Read more about Miami, USA

    10 Tuesday, December 30, 2025 At Sea
    11 Wednesday, December 31, 2025 New Year Fireworks Sju
    12 Thursday, January 1, 2026 Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Islands (British) 12:00 18:00
    13 Friday, January 2, 2026 Deshaies, Guadeloupe 09:00 16:00
    View of Deshaies, Guadeloupe

    In the French overseas region and department of Guadeloupe, Deshaies is a commune located on the NW coast of Basse-Terre Island. It is situated on the deepest best naturally protected bay of all the Eastern Caribbean coast, and historically it was used as a shelter for the early explorers. Known as Fort Royal, it was the the first village of Club Med intended exclusively for American customers. Read more about Deshaies, Guadeloupe

    14 Saturday, January 3, 2026 Bridgetown, Barbados 08:00 Disembark
    View of Bridgetown, Barbados

    The city of Bridgetown is the capital and largest city of the island country of Barbados, a major tourist destination in the West Indies. The city has numerous attractions, landmarks, monuments, museums, and art galleries of an international standard. It is also a starting point for visiting many other popular cities on the island. Read more about Bridgetown, Barbados

  • Ship

    Explora I Overview

    Explora I

    Immerse yourself in the electric pulse of city life paired with the opulence of European elegance on Explora I. Indulge in a culinary journey with five-star dining options, embrace serenity through ocean wellness offerings, and experience the pinnacle of modern convenience in elegantly designed suites, all while being captivated by the stunning vistas of the sea. As a proud member of the MSC Group, Explora Journeys is dedicated to pioneering a sustainable future. The Explora I is at the forefront of this vision, equipped with cutting-edge hybrid energy technologies, comprehensive waste management systems, and energy-efficient solutions. Explora Journeys uphold a steadfast commitment to the environment, ensuring that single-use plastics are never used onboard or ashore.

  • Cabins

    Explora I Cabins

    Suites

    Suites

    Suites on the Explora I Suites on the Explora I

    Cabin Types

    OR, CR, SR, RR, CO, GP, PP, DP, PH, GT, OT4, OT3, OT2, OT1

    Average Cabin Size – 50.6 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 27.3 m2

    For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Ocean Residences. Enjoy perfect views of the oceans from your terrace dining area and private outdoor whirlpool, and make the most of the dedicated butler service, oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea, separate living, dining and sleeping areas, spacious lounge area, dining table for 4 guests, spacious work desk area, private refrigerated mini-bar replenished according to the guest's preferences, espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas and a laptop-size safe.

  • Deck Plans

    Explora I Deck Plans

    Legend

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Explora I

    Explora Journey Luxury Inclusions

    Explora Journey Luxury Inclusions

    Take advantage of Explora Journeys extraordinary benefits:
    • Welcome bottle of champagne and sweet treats
    • A bottle of wine and a bottle of spirit of your choice upon arrival
    • 9 Culinary Experiences, including in-suite dining
    • Thermal Spa Access and well-being and fitness programmes
    • Unlimited fine wines, premium spirits, coffees, teas and soft drink available anytime - inc. in-suite mini-bar
    • All on board gratuities & high-speed complimentary Wi-Fi
    • Shuttle services from the port to city center (where required/available)

    Ask your Clean Cruising consultant about flights and accommodation in conjunction with your cruise!

    Terms & Conditions apply.

    Explora Journeys Unique Oceans Offer

    Explora Journeys Unique Oceans Offer

    Book a select Explora Journeys sailing and recieve:
    • Value savings on select departures*
    • 10% reduced deposits
    • Up to EUR1,000 prepaid Destination Experience credit per suite
    • Up to EUR300 prepaid Journey Experience credit per suite
    PLUS, always included with Explora Journeys:
    • Wi-Fi internet access
    • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
    • Gratuities and port charges

    Offer ends 28 February 2025. Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

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Suites at the Explora I

Suites

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  • An Extended Celebration Journey Into New Caribbean Dawns

    Cruiseline: Explora Journeys Ship: Explora I Departure: Sunday, December 21, 2025 Nights: 13 nights Departs: Bridgetown Returns: Bridgetown

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