Cruise news (MSC Explora 3-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys unveils 2 new Journey Collections for Winter 2027–2028
Explora Journeys has announced two new Journey Collections/ship deployments for the Northern Winter 2027–2028 season. EXPLORA I is scheduled to...
September 18, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys expands Caribbean 2026-2027 schedule with 2 ships
Explora Journeys will operate its 2026–2027 Caribbean season with two ships, offering itineraries from mid-October 2026 through March 2027...
September 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys names LNG-powered EXPLORA III in Barcelona
Explora Journeys officially named EXPLORA III in Barcelona on August 1st, 2026, marking the introduction of the brand's first liquefied natural gas...
August 4, 2026 - Cruise Industry
La Coruna Port prepares for record cruise traffic during 2026 total solar eclipse
La Coruña is preparing for one of the busiest cruise days in its recent history as 5 ships are scheduled to call at the Spanish port on August...
July 28, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys takes delivery of EXPLORA III
On July 23rd, Explora Journeys took delivery of EXPLORA III at Fincantieri's Sestri Ponente shipyard in Genoa, expanding MSC Group's luxury ocean...
July 24, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys announces inaugural Alaskan season for EXPLORA III ship in 2027
Explora Journeys has unveiled its first programme in Alaska, scheduled for the summer of 2027. Operating from May to September, the season will mark...
June 22, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys unveils exclusive Mandala fine jewellery collection
MSC's luxury travel brand Explora Journeys has introduced Mandala, a new fine jewellery brand created exclusively for its fleet, during a private...
June 13, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys' ship Explora III completes sea trials
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has successfully completed the sea trials of Explora III, the latest vessel being constructed for Explora Journeys...
June 2, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys opens Summer 2028 programme as EXPLORA VI completes 6-ship fleet
Explora Journeys has opened reservations for its Summer 2028 Journeys Collection, marking a significant stage in the expansion of the brand with the...
May 29, 2026 - Cruise Industry
EXPLORA III ship to debut with Northern Europe and Transatlantic inaugural season
Explora Journeys has outlined the inaugural deployment of EXPLORA III ahead of the vessel’s maiden voyages commencing on August 3rd, 2026. The...
May 16, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Ports of Stockholm prepares for record cruise season in 2026
Ports of Stockholm is anticipating a significant expansion in cruise vessel arrivals and passenger traffic during the 2026 season, with published...
February 19, 2026 - Cruise Industry
MSC Explora Journeys' newest ship EXPLORA III scheduled for early entry into service
MSC Explora Journeys has released further details of its upcoming vessel EXPLORA III, which is scheduled to enter service ahead of the previously...
February 1, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Outlook for cruise traffic at the Ports of Stockholm in 2026
The Ports of Stockholm (Sweden) anticipate a strong cruise season in 2026, with 157 scheduled vessel calls expected to bring more than 300,000...
December 3, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys announces exclusive preview cruise for EXPLORA III
MSC's Explora Journeys has unveiled an exclusive opportunity for select guests to experience EXPLORA III ahead of her official launch. The...
October 27, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys unveils 2027-2028 Journeys Collection itineraries
MSC's Explora Journeys has published its 2027-2028 Journeys Collection. The itinerary program spans 5 continents and groups ~100 voyages. The...
September 12, 2025