Cruise news (MSC Explora Journeys-tagged)
- 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 Journeys opens bookings for EXPLORA II ship's winter 2026-2027 Mediterranean cruises
Explora Journeys has opened reservations for the “A Serene Mediterranean” winter 2026–2027 schedule for the EXPLORA II ship, along...
May 26, 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
MSC Group expands private island portfolio with Sandy Cay development
MSC Group’s cruise division has announced the development of a new private island destination, Sandy Cay, to be introduced in 2028 alongside...
April 14, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys schedules winter 2026-2027 Mediterranean itineraries for ship EXPLORA II
Explora Journeys has presented a new seasonal deployment titled A Mediterranean Winter, which will see the vessel EXPLORA II operating exclusively in...
April 5, 2026 - Cruise Industry
MSC Group establishes dedicated entertainment development facility in Edinburgh
MSC Group’s Cruise Division has announced the creation of MSC Creative Studios, a new facility intended to support the development of shipboard...
March 26, 2026 - Accidents
Cruise lines maintain long-term commitment to Arabian Gulf despite short-term adjustments
Despite recent deployment changes affecting the winter 2026-2027 season, several major cruise operators continue to indicate sustained confidence in...
March 17, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys marks milestones for EXPLORA IV, EXPLORA V and EXPLORA VI at Fincantieri shipyard
MSC Explora Journeys has marked a series of construction milestones for its expanding fleet during a ceremony held on March 9th at Fincantieri's...
March 10, 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
MSC Group establishes North American headquarters in Miami
MSC Cruises has inaugurated its new North American headquarters within Downtown Miami’s Sawyer’s Walk development. The completed 130,000...
January 28, 2026 - Cruise Industry
MSC Explora Journeys expands loyalty program
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has instituted a structured referral initiative within its Explora Club loyalty...
December 17, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Explora Journeys and Hilton launch ocean-travel loyalty alliance
MSC Group's ultra-luxury brand Explora Journeys and global hospitality group Hilton have together announced a strategic collaboration, initiating a...
December 10, 2025 - 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