Explora Journeys has announced its specific program of activities and benefits for family trips, which they have called Journey Together Gathering.
This program will include connecting suites, a Nautilus Club for teens and young adults, and destination experiences designed for all ages. Explora Journeys invites families to embark on its first two ships, EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II, to enjoy the trip of a lifetime and create wonderful memories together.
Connecting suites: a luxury home by the sea for the whole family
Guests can choose from 78 interconnected suites, available in three luxury categories: Ocean Suites, Ocean Penthouses, and Ocean Residences. These suites offer every comfort to make families feel at home: from bathrobes, slippers, and hangers designed with little ones in mind, to cozy cribs, linens, blankets, and pillows for babies.
Journey Together Gathering
Guests booking three or four suites, one of which must be an Ocean Penthouse or Ocean Residence, can use this space as a gathering place to meet, relax, and enjoy the company of loved ones in a private setting. Additionally, cruisers traveling with children can accommodate one child under 18 free of charge in each suite. Furthermore, all guests booking through the Journey Together Gathering will receive complimentary transfers to the ship.
Chris Austin, Chief Sales Officer of Explora Journeys, stated: “The design of our Journey Together Gatherings is the result of close collaboration with travel agents. We are proud to launch this unique program, which is specially designed for families and trips with friends.”
Time reserved for adults
Even the most devoted parents appreciate a short break, which they can find at the Helios Pool & Bar, reserved exclusively for adults.
Special destination experiences for families
Through educational entertainment activities, children will have fun while learning about the planet. The offerings include, among others, a visit to a space center where they will be greeted by an astronaut. Meanwhile, young people passionate about the oceans can experience a whale-watching adventure, enlivened by the fascinating stories of a marine biologist.
For the little ones
Nautilus Club: meeting point for young people and teenagers between 6 and 17 years old.
Children aged 3 to 5 (accompanied by their parents or guardians) are also welcome at the Nautilus Club . With young tech enthusiasts in mind, the Nautilus Club is equipped with next-generation consoles such as PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR2, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, as well as other devices like iPads and Oculus Pro headsets. For the more competitive, there's also a foosball table and a multi-game table, in addition to a luxurious pool table. And when they want to spend time with their new friends, there's a jukebox tablet connected to streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, a wide selection of board games, and a multilingual digital library with books of various genres.
In addition, painting and crafts sessions will be organized for budding creatives, while those who wish can enjoy the activities and games offered throughout the ship. And when it's time to take a break, there's a chill-out area available for relaxation. In short, the Nautilus Club is sure to impress young travelers, who will have plenty to share with their friends on social media.
Matteo Mancini, Youth Entertainment Senior Manager at Explora Journeys, emphasized: “We have ensured that all children and young people traveling with us have the same opportunities for fun, enrichment, and entertainment as the most experienced and demanding travelers.”
Nautilus Club and the MSC Foundation: In collaboration with the MSC Foundation, the Nautilus Club offers environmentally conscious young people a fantastic program of activities focused on caring for planet Earth and its oceans.
Advantages for family trips
Families traveling with young explorers enjoy special discounts and benefits
