Explora III, set to debut in the summer of 2026, is an ultra-luxury ship from Explora Journeys designed to offer an immersive, yacht-style travel experience. Throughout her inaugural year, the ship's itineraries will span the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and the Arctic landscapes of Iceland and Greenland, before crossing over to Canada, New England, and down to the Caribbean for the winter. To support these diverse global routes, she will utilize prominent homeports including Barcelona, Copenhagen, Reykjavik, New York City, and Miami. Onboard, the ship elevates luxury cruising with several standout features: it operates as the first LNG-powered vessel in the Explora fleet for reduced emissions, boasts 463 spacious ocean-front suites all equipped with private terraces, features an expanded Conservatory Pool covered by a retractable glass roof for all-weather lounging, and welcomes guests with a newly redesigned, double-height atrium lobby.
| Ship Class | Explora Class |
|---|---|
| Maiden Voyage | 2026 |
| Last Refurbishment | — |
| Gross Tonnage | 72,810 |
| Length | 879 ft (268 m) |
| Guest Capacity (Double) | 922 |
| Crew Size | 640 |
| Total Staterooms | 463 |
| Total Passenger Decks | 10 |
| Years Active | 0 years |
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