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Explora I’s largest living space, Owner’s Residence, has been unveiled

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The grand entrance to the Owner's Residence on board Explora I
Explora Journeys revealed its Owner's Residence on Explora I which, as the vessel’s largest living space, offers multiple areas to relax and entertain, with an outdoor terrace extending over the full ship's width affording panoramic views.

The Owner’s Residence spans over 280 sq m (3,014 sq ft), comprising a spacious suite area of 155 sq m (1,668 sq ft) and a 125 sq m (1,345 sq ft) outdoor terrace, complete with an infinity whirlpool and a dining table for eight guests.

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Dining room and pool

Products and features 

The space comes with an extensive range of features and benefits, including a bespoke king-sized bed sleep system, a telescope, fine bed linens from Frette, extensive pillow selection, and a Dyson Supersonic hairdryer. Passengers will also have access to a Technogym Bench and Technogym Case Kit, a private bar replenished according to their preferences, and an in-suite welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013.

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Livingroom

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Bedroom

Explora Journeys has prioritised sustainability and eco-friendly features, such as refillable bathroom amenities, an espresso machine with biodegradable pods and a complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each passenger, which are incorporated into the space.

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Bathroom

Private butler service and free pre- or post-cruise hotel stay

Passengers staying in the Owner's Residence will be provided dedicated private butler services by the residence manager, unpacking and packing services, itinerary and transport planning, as well as private in-suite dining. They will also have unlimited priority reservations for all culinary venues and a complementary treatment at Ocean Wellness - The Spa.

In addition, passengers staying in the Owner's Residence will enjoy roundtrip home to airport ground transfers, a complimentary pre- or post-cruise hotel stay overnight, and roundtrip transfers from/to hotel and port. They will also have one private driver ashore, subject to availability, and unlimited priority reservations for all culinary venues.

Iconic and effortlessly relaxed

‘Every aspect of the design of our Owner’s Residence reflects the meticulous curation of all details,’ explained Jason Gelineau, head of product, Explora Journeys. ‘We have partnered with renowned brands to provide an unparalleled experience for our guests. Sofas and chairs are by iconic design brands like Knoll and Molteni & C, outdoor furniture is from Manutti, sophisticated lighting solutions are designed by Astep and the luxurious double vanity bathroom is made of precious Calacatta marble. All these incredible details create an elegant, yet effortlessly relaxed European sense of luxury.’ 

The Owner's Residence on board Explora I is available for a maximum capacity of three adults or two adults and one child under 18 years old.

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The private outdoor terrace, extending over the ship's width