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(1:17 p.m. EDT) — Explora Journeys officially named Explora III in Barcelona on August 1, welcoming the brand's first LNG-powered ship to the fleet.
Following its delivery in Genoa on July 23, the vessel completed an exclusive Mediterranean prelude journey before arriving in Barcelona for the naming ceremony.
The event included speeches from the Executive Chairman of MSC Group's Cruise Division, Pierfrancesco Vago, Explora Journeys President Anna Nash, President of the Port of Barcelona José Alberto Carbonell and Godmother Cristina Ozores, a marine educator and founder of the conservation organization Vellmarí.
After the naming ceremony, guests gathered throughout Explora III's culinary venues for a gala dinner, followed by performances from Sister Sledge feat. Kathy Sledge and DJ Bob Sinclar.
"Naming Explora III is a momentous occasion that reflects both the trajectory of our fleet and our steadfast commitment to shaping the future of ultra-elegant ocean travel," said Nash. "Conceived as a destination in her own right, Explora III brings to life an even more generous expression of space, design, gastronomy and holistic wellbeing, with every detail encouraging the presence and connection that defines our unique Ocean State of Mind."
"For me, being the Godmother of Explora III is about opening the door to a new kind of experience - one where people can truly discover the ocean in a deeper, more meaningful way," said Ozores. "I hope each Journey invites them to feel the beauty beneath the surface, to be amazed by its colours and life, and to reconnect with the sea with curiosity, joy, and a genuine desire to care for it."
