Explora Journeys has revealed its Winter 2026–2027 Journeys Collection, marking a strategic commitment to the Middle East with the deployment of Explora II.
From October 2026 through May 2027, the luxury lifestyle brand will operate three vessels across the globe, with the Red Sea and Arabian Peninsula serving as a cornerstone of the new season.
Explora II will anchor the brand’s presence in the region, offering a series of immersive sailings departing from Dubai. These itineraries are designed to move at a slower, more immersive pace, focusing on depth of experience rather than high-frequency port hopping.
The ship will call at key destinations in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Egypt and Jordan, providing access to ancient civilisations and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
To facilitate a deeper connection with the locales, several sailings will feature overnight stays and extended port hours. As a Home at Sea, Explora II offers 461 oceanfront suites and residences, blending the privacy of a yacht with the amenities of a luxury resort, including eleven culinary experiences and extensive wellness facilities.
While Explora II focuses on the Middle East, the rest of the fleet will cover significant ground.
EXPLORA I will navigate the Caribbean and Central and South America, featuring rare, extended journeys along the Amazon River.
EXPLORA III, the fleet’s newest addition this year will transit the Panama Canal to explore the Pacific Coast. Notably, Explora III and the upcoming Explora IV are powered by LNG, reflecting the brand’s shift toward advanced environmental technologies.
EXPLORA II was delivered in September 2024 and EXPLORA III will come into service in 2026. EXPLORA IV and V are lined up for 2027, while EXPLORA VI will enter service in the year after in 2028.
The Winter 2026-2027 collection emphasises small-group, expert-led experiences and seamless logistics.
This Ocean State of Mind philosophy is supported by a commitment to sustainability, including partnerships with the MSC Foundation for ocean conservation and the use of hydrogen-powered technology in future vessels.