Explora Journeys has announced that EXPLORA I has successfully completed her sea trials.
This will be the first of a fleet of up to six luxury ships to be built for Explora Journeys by Fincantieri in Italy, one of the finest shipbuilders in the world.
Following the successful sea trials, EXPLORA I will now undergo final preparations before embarking on her maiden journey in July 2023.
Construction of the 63,900 GT vessel began on 10 June 2021 at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy.
The naming ceremony for EXPLORA I will take place in Civitavecchia near Rome, Italy on 8 July.
This will be followed by her maiden journey departing on 17 July from Southampton, UK for a 15-night sailing into Norwegian fjords and the Arctic Circle to Copenhagen, Denmark.
Michael Ungerer, CEO of Explora Journeyssaid:
“Our vision and purpose from day one has been to create an ocean travel experience like no other and we are thrilled that the first of our ground-breaking new class of ships, EXPLORA I will start sailing in July 2023.
“The sea trials are a critical part of the process, and we’re pleased that EXPLORA I passed with flying colours.
“Our team has worked tirelessly to design and build a ship that offers the perfect combination of luxury, adventure, and sustainability, and we can’t wait to share it with our guests.”
EXPLORA I Highlights
- A total of 14 decks offering 16,000 sqm (178,680 sq ft) total public space, offering unrivalled space and privacy with one of the highest guest-to-space ratios in the luxury ocean category at 18.4 sqm (198 sq ft)
- 461 Ocean front ‘Homes at Sea’ with an average size of 42 sqm (452 sq ft): 1 Owner’s Residence, 22 Ocean Residences, 67 Ocean Penthouses, 301 Ocean Terrace Suites, 70 Ocean Grand Terrace Suites
- A choice of 11 culinary experiences, 6 unique restaurants, 12 bars and lounges
- 248 metres long, 32 metres wide, 56 m height above water line
- Ocean Wellness offering 1000 sqm (10,764 sq ft) of indoor and outdoor wellness and fitness facilities, 9 treatment rooms, 1 beauty salon
- Unique entertainment concept offering ongoing entertainment across all lounges and bars
- 3 outdoor pools, 1 indoor pool, 64 private cabanas
- 1:1.25 Host to Guest ratio
For more information, visit explorajourneys.com
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