Cruise Holiday - Explora Journeys
For something a little more nautical, get your sea legs ready and book a cruise! Chasing the horizon across open waters can be a great way to escape while enjoying the many excursions and activities available.
This type of vacation is perfect for those who love the water, a smorgasbord of options, and are itching to bust out their seafaring lingo (Arr! Batten down the hatches and beware Davy Jones’ Locker!) This type of vacation is a terrible idea for anyone with severe motion sickness, a fear of water, or who don’t appreciate the subtle nuances of bingo and a good buffet.
About Explora Journeys
This is a story that starts in Sorrento with a Neapolitan ferry captain, Gianluigi Aponte, who – together with the Swiss sweetheart he met when she was a passenger on one of his crossings – went on to create MSC, a global shipping operation and the world’s largest privately-owned cruise company. Now this Swiss-Italian seafaring family are fulfilling their life-long dream and launching Explora Journeys, an exquisite, modern luxury cruise experience like no other.
Pros
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Experiencing multiple destinations in one trip, but only having to unpack once (cue angel voices)
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Limitless amounts of activities, both on board and off
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The unique experience of sailing from one place to the next on a floating hotel (there’s really nothing like it!)
Cons
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Possibility of sea sickness (especially in rough waters)
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The risk of catching whatever virus may be sweeping through the ship
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The fear of a Titanic scenario running through your head (though to be fair, only 16 cruise ships have sunk between 1980 and 2012. May the odds be ever in your favor