Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, today unveils Endless Worlds, its highly anticipated Inaugural World Journey taking place aboard EXPLORA I. Spanning 128 days from January 6 to May 14, 2029, this extraordinary east-to-west Journey is the brand’s first opportunity for guests to explore the globe through one continuous Journey across four continents, 29 countries and territories, and 63 unique destinations.
Designed for discerning guests with the rarest luxury of all – time – Endless Worlds reflects a new chapter for Explora Journeys, guided throughout by the brand’s signature Ocean State of Mind philosophy. Purposeful, unhurried and profoundly enriching, the Journey traces the routes of ancient trade, cultural exchange and human connection, crossing the Indian, Pacific and Atlantic Oceans and offers a fluid rhythm of discovery from Dubai’s sunlit coastline, through to its conclusion at Barcelona’s Mediterranean shores. Endless Worlds also takes Explora Journeys to Australia and New Zealand for the first time, offering a truly global curation of extraordinary ocean travel opportunities.
“Endless Worlds represents a milestone in the evolution of Explora Journeys,” said Anna Nash, President of Explora Journeys. “Our Inaugural World Journey embodies our deepest values – boundless exploration, cultural curiosity and a meaningful connection to the ocean. It enables our guests to experience the world as an uninterrupted story, told gradually and gracefully, with the time and space to absorb its beauty in full.”
Endless Worlds unfolds through seven distinct Passages, each conceived as a complete Journey with its own narrative, yet woven together, forming a single unbroken story of exploration and discovery.
The Journey originates in Dubai, from its golden horizons to the spice-laden ports of India and the shimmering atolls of the Maldives. EXPLORA I will continue toward Sri Lanka’s spiritual heritage before reaching the energetic capitals of Southeast Asia and the iconic islands of Bali and Komodo. The Journey then ventures across the vast seas of Oceania, calling at Sydney, with unhurried nights in Cairns, Airlie Beach, Brisbane and Melbourne, before exploring the wild beauty of Tasmania and the dramatic fjords of New Zealand. Guests will then discover the heart of the Pacific — immersing in the warmth of Fiji, the cultural richness of Tonga and the Cook Islands, the turquoise serenity of French Polynesia, and the enigmatic spirit of Easter Island — a once-in-a-lifetime exploration of the world’s most remote wonders.
Crossing into the Americas, EXPLORA I will transit through the legendary Panama Canal — one of world’s greatest engineering marvels — continuing along the Pacific coastline through the cultural treasures of Chile and Peru. Sailing Eastward across the Atlantic, guests will encounter remote island gems, from Bermuda to Faial Island and São Miguel in the Azores, before closing their historic voyage at the welcoming shores of the Mediterranean.
Crafted for Effortless Exploration
Across all 128 days, life on board moves to the cadence of the ocean. Ocean-front suites with private terraces become serene homes at sea, while ocean-inspired wellness, curated enrichment and globally influenced culinary experiences reflect each region visited. Cultural performances and visiting experts bring destinations vividly to life, and entertainment evolves throughout the Journey to mirror the landscapes and stories encountered along the way.
With intuitive service, easy transfers and thoughtful inclusions, Endless Worlds removes every possible point of friction, allowing guests to fully embrace each moment. A series of immersive Destination Experiences, led by local experts, provides deeper engagement with the people, traditions and natural environments that shape each region.
Endless Worlds is an invitation to experience the planet’s beauty as a flowing, interconnected odyssey – one that unfolds through time, tide and the quiet magic of the ocean.
Reservations for Endless Worlds will open early in 2026. Guests can register their interest at explorajourneys.com, contact their preferred Travel Advisor or speak with an Ambassador at the Explora Experience Centre.
About Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys is the privately owned luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. Rooted in the Aponte family’s 300 years of maritime heritage, the brand aims to redefine ocean travel for a new generation of discerning luxury guests. Explora Journeys creates a unique ‘Ocean State of Mind’ by connecting guests with the sea, themselves, and like-minded others, while offering immersive itineraries blending iconic destinations with lesser-travelled ports that inspire discovery.
The brand introduces a new style of transformative ocean travel, featuring 461 oceanfront suites, penthouses, and residences – each a ‘Home at Sea’ with floor-to-ceiling windows, private terraces, and spacious, elegant interiors.
Guests enjoy eleven distinct culinary experiences across six restaurants, plus in-suite dining and Chef’s Kitchen. The onboard experience includes twelve bars and lounges, five heated indoor and outdoor swimming pools, extensive outdoor decks with 64 private cabanas, a holistic wellness programme, and refined entertainment. Inspired by European heritage and elevated Swiss hospitality, Explora Journeys delivers intuitive service and relaxed luxury.
