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Pleasant Holidays Adds Explora Journeys to Cruise Portfolio

Dec 18, 2024
Cruise  Explora Journeys  FIT Tours  Journese  Luxury Travel  Pleasant Holidays  Travel News  
Pleasant Holidays Adds Explora Journeys to Cruise Portfolio
Explora Journeys has officially been added to Journese's portfolio, expanding luxury
Credit: 2024 Pleasant Holidays/Journese

Pleasant Holidays and its luxury brand Journese have added Explora Journeys to their cruise offerings, expanding options for luxury ocean cruises across multiple destinations including the Mediterranean, Western Europe, Caribbean, Central America, Northern Europe, Iceland, Greenland and the U.S. & Canada East Coast.

"The luxury cruise segment is in a growth mode, and Explora Journeys is leading the way," said Jack E. Richards, President and CEO.

The cruise line recently took delivery of Explora II, the second in a planned fleet of six ships. Explora III, which will feature 463 suites, is scheduled to begin sailing next summer. Both Explora I and Explora II currently offer 461 ocean-view suites, six restaurants, 12 bars and lounges and five heated pools. The ships provide complimentary amenities including a welcome bottle of wine and spirit, high-speed Wi-Fi, and spa access. All meals and unlimited beverages are included.

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The cruise line offers more than 60 itineraries ranging from 7 to 32 days. Mediterranean routes include stops in Tunisia, Morocco, the Greek Isles, the Dalmatian Coast and Barcelona. Caribbean and Central America journeys feature destinations such as Jamaica, Guadeloupe, Saint Lucia, Cozumel and the Florida Keys.

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Travelers booking journeys of seven nights or longer through Pleasant Holidays and Journese by Dec.31, 2025, will receive $300 in onboard credit per double-occupancy stateroom.

Editor's Note: This article was generated by AI and based on a press release distributed by Pleasant Holidays. It was reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.  

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