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A Journey of Caribbean Sands & Rainforests with Explora Journeys

6 nights

22 Nov 25 to 28 Nov 25

Book by 31 Jul 25

Set off on a winter escape to the Caribbean, where Guadeloupe’s cascading waterfalls and lush jungles blend with the powder-soft beaches of Antigua and Saint Thomas.

Includes

6 Night cruise onboard Explora II
6 Nights onboard Explora II
In-suite welcome bottle of champagne upon arrival
A bottle of wine and a bottle of spirit of the guests’ choice upon arrival
Authentic, cultured and intuitive service from our team of hospitality experts
All meals onboard with nine distinct culinary experiences, including in-suite dining
Unlimited beverages, fine wines and premium spirits, speciality coffees, teas and soft drinks available anytime, including in-suite mini-bar*
Access to the spa thermal area
Wellbeing and fitness programmes on board and at the destinations
All on-board gratuities
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Shuttle services from port to city centre (where required/available)

Excludes

Travel Insurance
any independent contractors' services or products
Destination Experiences
Food & Beverage exclusive products can be available for an additional fee.
Flights
Arrival/ departure transfers
Visas
Spending money and items of a personal nature

Extras

Bonus
Receive up to EUR/USD 1,000 in Journey Experience Credit per suite.* (t&c’s apply)

Highlights

6 Nights cruise onboard Explora II
All meals onboard
Unlimited beverages

Itinerary

Day 1: Bridgetown

Gently breeze into the vibrant capital of Barbados. Steeped in fascinating history, with architecture to match, uncover the wonderfully laid-back West Indian ambiance. Embrace the slow Bajan rhythm of this welcoming island; surf, snorkel and try spotting turtles in balmy azure waters. Explore subterranean Harrison’s Cave, Jacobean St Nicholas Abbey and zipline high above bountiful tropical flora. Then return to restore on pastel pink sands at palm-studded beaches, where you’ll discover cocktail hour is endless, and measures of rum are copious.

Day 2: Point-à-Pitre

Pretty Point-à-Pitre flutters between the two wing-like islets of of Guadeloupe’s butterfly-shaped island. Meander through the leafy Victory Square to lively markets and chic boutiques or explore the award-winning Memorial ACTe. Cross the bridge to Basse-Terre to explore rain forests, waterfalls, French fort ruins and sleepy La Grande Soufrière volcano. Or venture to the east island, Grand-Terre, to hit the multi-coloured beaches, summit sky-high Castle Point, then seek sanctuary in museums for Nobel-winning poet and diplomat, Alexis Léger for an afternoon of on-point pleasures.

Day 3: St. John's (Antigua)

An adrenaline rush awaits. Swim with stingrays. Zip-line through lush forests. Walk across a gorge on a scenic suspension bridge. Sip excellent aged rums. Taste the island with a chef. Or stroll St. St. John's old town to tour cottages laden with cheerful fretwork. Explore British forts atop Shirley Heights and Goat Hill. Then rest and rejuvenate at one of the snow-white beaches.

Day 4: Charlotte Amalie (Saint Thomas)

Savour a fusion of heritage in sparkly St Thomas. Roam a flawless Capital teeming with local culture, smart boutiques, American hallmarks, streets bearing Danish names, and former hideouts for the notorious pirates of Blackbeard and Bluebeard. Climb up to historic landmarks, catch the cable car for serious views and savour the Frenchtown quarter famed for its restaurants. Ferry to scenic conservatory of St. John, float around diamond-sand beaches with limpid blue waters and venture on forested yomps through rugged hilltops. Dreamy Caribbean warmth soaked in Danish roots and American influence - this USVI is a curious culture clash with plenty of personality.

Day 5: At Sea

At sea

Day 7: Miami

Welcome to Miami and the sweep of South Beach - backdrop to every iconic Miami movie, and forefront of Latin American culture. Stroll through pastel-hued geometric buildings in the art deco district, to graffiti mural masterpieces at Wynwood Walls. Watch Latino life unfold in Little Havana - the heartbeat of this great city - where walk-up windows sell café cortadito, sweet sugarcane juice, hatuey beer and guava ice-cream. Watch passionate locals discuss politics, play dominoes and smoke cigars. Shimmy at a salsa class, shop designer boutiques and race marlin and sharks by speedboat. Then slow your pace to uncover rare and endangered species at the Everglades National Park outdoor oasis. You’ll find the Miami dream is real – and it’s not just Cuban heels that will give you a spring in your step.

Ship info

Explora II

EXPLORA II, sets sail in 2024, paving the way to new discoveries and furthering possibilities. Guests prepare to immerse themselves in effortless luxury, as they journey to inspiring destinations and experience the Ocean State of Mind. Twinned with EXPLORA I for inherent sophistication.

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Terms & conditions

Prices are per guest, include discounts, capacity controlled and are subject to availability and rate of exchange changes. Offers above are a guide only and will vary depending on departure date, our guide price is based on the cheapest departure within the stipulated season and availability is correct at time of loading. Visas may be necessary and insurance is essential. High season supplements and block out dates may apply. Cruise lines reserve the right to increase fares and end promotional offers without prior notice. Receive a Journey Experience Credit (JEC) of up to $1,000 USD / €1,000 EUR per suite for new bookings only. The Journey Experience Credit (JEC) applies to the 1st and 2nd guest in the suite and once per booking per suite regardless of the duration and number of continuous journeys booked. The JEC is applied against charges appearing on the guests’ folio during the booked journey and it has no redeemable cash value if unused. The JEC is not applicable towards purchases made in the luxury mono-brand shops (Rolex, Cartier, Piaget, Panerai, Buccellati), as casino credits or advances, cash withdrawals, gratuities, donations to the MSC Foundation, and donations to the Host lifestyle fund. The JEC full amount must be used by 18:00 on the final night of the journey and any portion remaining will be forfeited. Reservation period: 23 June – 31 July 2025 Applicable suites: All suite categories (Ocean Suites, Ocean Penthouses, Ocean Residences) Benefit: Up to $1,000 USD / €1,000 EUR Journey Experience Credit (JEC) per suite, for the first and second guests only: $200 USD / €200 EUR JEC per person for Ocean Suites $350 USD / €350 EUR JEC per person for Ocean Penthouses $500 USD / €500 EUR JEC per person for Ocean Residences JEC is applicable per suite and per booking. Combinable with: Extended Journeys, Explora Early Booking Benefit, Back-to-Back, Future Journey, MSC Onboard Offer, Consortia, Journey of One, Bonus Commission, Journeys for the Whole Family, Best Available Fare, Welcome Back, Event offer. Not combinable with: Journey Together, Journey Together Gathering, Incentive Groups, Interlines, MSC Family, MSC Friends, MSC Casino. It is not combinable with any other offer or reduced fare programmes. Explora Journey’s standard cancellation policy applies. All savings has already been applied to advertised price. Supplier and tour operator is not responsible for technical or system errors that may interfere with or otherwise prohibit the use of the promotion. Other terms and conditions pay apply. These packages are based on CASH price. E&OE;.

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