An ‘ocean state of mind’… That’s what Explora Journeys promises with its groundbreaking Ocean Wellness philosophy, which has been specially curated by wellbeing experts to recharge you away from the clamour of everyday life and a 24-hour digital culture that makes it hard for us to ever fully switch off.
What this translates to in terms of onboard experiences is a spacious and luxurious spa with a holistic focus on mindfulness, energy, immunity-boosting, and sleep.
Complementing this wellbeing complex are three outdoor swimming pools and 64 private cabanas, plus an indoor pool with a retractable glass roof. So, whether you want to indulge and relax, or want to maintain or improve your fitness – or both – it’s all here, accompanied by the constant sound of the ocean with its comforting, grounding rhythms.
Among the unique and exclusive therapies, you might treat yourself to the out-of-this-world one hour and 45-minute Ritual of Ocean Renewal, a tailored combination of breathwork, ocean-inspired visualisation, full body massage, and an aquamarine quartz lymphatic draining facial and scalp massage, designed to ease muscular tension and instil a profound sense of peace.
There’s also the heavenly, energetically balanced 90-minute Ocean Deep Recovery Fatigue Fighter, bringing together full-body exfoliation with haptonomic shaking, breathwork, cryotherapy, and a body wrap with a scalp and facial massage.
Treatments use products by Aromatherapy Associates, Dr Levy, and The Tides – the latter a Dutch company highly regarded for its all-natural and organic self-care products inspired by the movements of the ocean, and containing the likes of seabed magnesium, grey sea salt, sea clay, and organic seaweed.
Adding to this otherworldly sensation of being supremely pampered is Explora Journeys industry-leading guest-to-host ratio aboard its superyachts EXPLORA I and the 2024-launching EXPLORA II, which make for deeply attentive and, most importantly, warm and heartfelt service.
The elegant, comforting design also transports you to another world, with each vessel’s 461 suites, penthouses, and residences all offering inspiring, far-reaching ocean views via their floor-to-ceiling windows and from private sun terraces. Opulent and spacious but also cosy, these retreats add to that ‘ocean state of mind’ thanks to their calming colour schemes, clever use of natural light, and design highlighting your connection with the water all around you.
Food and drink have also been created to heighten this mindset, taking you on a global voyage of discovery of different cuisines. The latter is an immersive experience held in an oceanfront private kitchen for just 12 guests, introducing you to new ingredients, flavours, textures, and cultures based on the regions visited by the ship. This unique experience extends ashore with visits to local markets and hand-picked producers.
To book your Explora Journeys cruise, call your Travel Counsellor today.
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