Explora Journeys, MSC Group's luxury ocean travel brand, has unveiled its new Ocean Wellness Retreats – exclusive day-long wellbeing programs available during Grand Journeys aboard EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II. These immersive experiences blend Eastern and Western wellness traditions, offering guests an opportunity to enhance their voyage through guided practices set against the backdrop of the world's most scenic sea routes.
The retreats incorporate Surya Shakti Yoga, pranayama breathwork, sound healing sessions, and celestial Gong Baths, all designed to foster tranquility and self-reflection. Guests may participate in multiple retreats throughout their journey, allowing for progressive engagement with the program's restorative techniques.
Julanda Marais, Head of Ocean Wellness at Explora Journeys, emphasized that these retreats are crafted to help travelers cultivate mindfulness while embracing the ocean's inherent serenity. The extended duration of Grand Journeys provides an ideal setting for such transformative experiences.
Two upcoming sailings will feature the Ocean Wellness Retreats:
EXPLORA I will host the program during its 25-day voyage from Fusina (Venice) to Miami, departing October 18, 2025, with calls at Mediterranean and Caribbean destinations.
EXPLORA II will offer the retreats on its 11-day transatlantic journey from Barcelona to Bridgetown, commencing November 11, 2025, with stops including Tangier and Gran Canaria before reaching the Caribbean.
The initiative reflects Explora Journeys' commitment to integrating wellbeing into luxury travel, providing guests with curated opportunities for rejuvenation at sea.