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Explora II January 16-23 2028 Cruise & Offers

San Juan to San Juan

VoyageEP20280116SJUSJU DatesJanuary 16-23 2028 Duration7 nights ShipExplora II

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Explora II January 16-23 2028 cruise route map from San Juan to San Juan
Official Explora II itinerary map · San Juan to San Juan · January 16-23 2028

Explora II · January 16-23 2028

Ports & destination experiences

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Published journey: A Journey across Caribbean Culture & Volcanic Landscapes

Jan 16, 2028 · Jan 23, 2028 San Juan 2 published calls · all times below · Docked

About San Juan

San Juan is a published Explora Journeys destination in Puerto Rico. The official itinerary characterises the call as San Juan Blends, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora II itinerary, San Juan has 2 published calls in Puerto Rico from San Juan to San Juan. The destination appears once here while every separate date and time remains listed below. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Jan 16, 2028 — Depart 17:00 · Docked · Embarkation
  • Jan 23, 2028 — Arrive 08:00 · Docked · Disembarkation

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Jan 17, 2028 At Sea 1 published sea day

At sea aboard Explora II

These are published sea days rather than destination calls. Their dates and positions remain grouped in the verified route below. No port, arrival time, shore programme, onboard event, or activity is inferred. Deluxe Cruises can help place the sea days in the overall voyage plan and review current sailing details.

Sailing context: This published day at sea is grouped once for the Explora II itinerary from San Juan to San Juan. Every verified date and position remains in route order below; no port call or destination-experience programme applies to a sea day.

Published schedule

  • Jan 17, 2028 — At sea · Sea day

Destination Experiences

No shore programme applies to a published sea day. Deluxe Cruises can help with the voyage, suite, and pre-cruise planning details.

Jan 18, 2028 Bequia Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

About Bequia

Bequia is a published Explora Journeys destination in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The official itinerary characterises the call as Bequia Breeze, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora II itinerary, Bequia has one published call in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines from San Juan to San Juan. It follows At Sea and precedes Castries in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Jan 18, 2028 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Jan 19, 2028 Castries Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

About Castries

Castries is a published Explora Journeys destination in Saint Lucia. The official itinerary characterises the call as Port Castries Glow, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora II itinerary, Castries has one published call in Saint Lucia from San Juan to San Juan. It follows Bequia and precedes Bridgetown in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Jan 19, 2028 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Jan 20, 2028 Bridgetown Arrive 07:00 · Depart 16:00 · Docked

About Bridgetown

Bridgetown is a published Explora Journeys destination in Barbados. The official itinerary characterises the call as Balmy Bridgetown, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora II itinerary, Bridgetown has one published call in Barbados from San Juan to San Juan. It follows Castries and precedes St. John's (Antigua) in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Jan 20, 2028 — Arrive 07:00 · Depart 16:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Jan 21, 2028 St. John's (Antigua) Arrive 10:00 · Depart 20:00 · Docked

About St. John's (Antigua)

St. John's (Antigua) is a published Explora Journeys destination in Antigua and Barbuda. The official itinerary characterises the call as Sensational St. John's, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora II itinerary, St. John's (Antigua) has one published call in Antigua and Barbuda from San Juan to San Juan. It follows Bridgetown and precedes Basseterre in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Jan 21, 2028 — Arrive 10:00 · Depart 20:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Jan 22, 2028 Basseterre Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

About Basseterre

Basseterre is a published Explora Journeys destination in Saint Kitts and Nevis. The official itinerary characterises the call as Sugar-Coated Basseterre, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora II itinerary, Basseterre has one published call in Saint Kitts and Nevis from San Juan to San Juan. It follows St. John's (Antigua) and precedes San Juan in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Jan 22, 2028 — Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Schedule source status: Dates, sea days, port codes, published arrival and departure times, and dock or tender status are transcribed from the official Explora journey detail page.

A closer look at this sailing

San Juan to San Juan aboard Explora II

On January 16-23 2028, Explora II sails 7 nights from San Juan to San Juan. The published route brings together Bequia, Castries, Bridgetown, St. John's (Antigua), creating a specific progression of ports for travelers comparing destination variety and voyage pace.

This route includes an official day-by-day schedule and published port times. The source lists 8 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Luxury cruise planning summary

Explora II January 16-23 2028: is Voyage EP20280116SJUSJU right for you?

This 7-night voyage aboard Explora II sails San Juan to San Juan, with calls including Bequia, Castries, Bridgetown, and St. John's (Antigua) and 1 published sea day. Voyage EP20280116SJUSJU matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure. Explora II is described as active — entered service 16 September 2024; published specifications, facilities, and delivery timing remain planned and subject to change.

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What should travelers compare for Voyage EP20280116SJUSJU?

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What are Explora II's verified headline statistics?
456Ocean-front suites
5Heated pools
6Restaurants
12Bars and lounges
1.25:1Guest-to-host ratio
What clothes should I bring for this January itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this January warm-weather itinerary

  • Pack lightweight breathable clothing, swimwear, strong sun protection, and a light rain layer for tropical showers.
  • Bring secure non-slip walking shoes plus suitable beach or water footwear where the published activities and local conditions call for it.
  • Add a light wrap or sweater for air-conditioned interiors and breezy evenings, and review local customs before visits to religious or community sites.

Explora Journeys dress guidance

  • Explora Journeys has no formal evenings.
  • Comfortable clothing is suitable by day; swimwear, bathrobes and workout attire are not appropriate in restaurants or indoor bars.
  • From 6 p.m., restaurants, indoor bars and lounges follow elevated resort-casual guidance. Sleeveless T-shirts, baseball caps, sportswear and informal beach footwear are not accepted; tailored shorts are accepted except in Anthology.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Explora II?
  • Published line-wide amenities include complimentary standard Wi-Fi, 24-hour Guest Services, in-suite dining, pools, Ocean Wellness facilities, restaurants, bars, lounges and the Nautilus Club for younger travellers.
  • The current FAQ describes three heated outdoor pools, including an adults-only pool, a heated indoor pool, a spa hydrotherapy pool and 64 private cabanas; exact operation can vary by ship and weather.
  • Enhanced internet packages and selected personal, spa and specialty services can carry additional charges.
  • Elevators serve guest decks, but the exact accessible route and venue availability must be checked on the selected ship.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Explora II have?
  • Ocean Wellness advertises more than 270 square metres or 2,906 square feet of indoor and outdoor fitness space, current exercise equipment, a panoramic running track and studios for group or personal sessions.
  • Published sports-court activities include padel, touch tennis, pickleball and basketball.
  • Fitness facilities are for guests aged 16 or older, with appropriate attire and footwear required.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Explora II guests expect?
  • The fleet is advertised as all-suite and oceanfront; every suite has an ocean view, and published ship material identifies private terraces across the accommodation collection.
  • Published suite features include television, telephone, blackout curtains, safe, private-bar refrigerator, independent climate control, 110V and 220V power, European and North American sockets, USB charging and wireless charging; adapters may be requested.
  • Most suites have walk-in showers, while bathtubs and third- or fourth-guest occupancy depend on the exact category.
  • Two guest laundry rooms are advertised on Decks 9 and 10 with hypoallergenic detergent; host and residence-manager services vary by accommodation collection.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage EP20280116SJUSJU before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Explora II?
  • Infants must be at least 6 months old at the start of the journey.
  • Long itineraries with multiple consecutive sea days apply stricter infant limits; verify the booking terms that govern the exact reservation because regional wording differs.
  • Nautilus Club is designed for ages 6 through 17. Children ages 3 through 5 may use designated sessions only with a parent or guardian, and infants have no organised club programme.
  • Cribs are available on request in limited quantities. Children who are not toilet trained may not use pools or whirlpools.
  • Minors must travel with a parent or legal guardian, with the controlling age threshold depending on the departure jurisdiction and booking terms; children under 12 must be supervised and may not occupy a suite alone.
  • Explora Journeys cannot accommodate a guest who will be more than 23 weeks and 6 days pregnant at any time during the journey.
  • Before that threshold, the line requires an obstetrician's letter confirming the due date, a low-risk pregnancy and fitness to travel without specialist obstetric or neonatal care.

For Voyage EP20280116SJUSJU: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Explora II handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Accessibility, mobility and medical requirements should be disclosed at booking, with equipment information supplied before final payment.
  • Accessible suites are published on the applicable deck plans; exact inventory and features must be checked by ship and category.
  • Explora Journeys does not provide wheelchairs or scooters onboard, although requested embarkation or disembarkation assistance may be available.
  • Pool lifts are published at the Atoll Pool on Deck 10 and Conservatory Pool on Deck 11 on the current ships covered by the FAQ.
  • A portable hearing-support kit may provide door, telephone and emergency alerts, amplification, a bed shaker, strobe detector and TTY equipment.
  • Qualified service dogs may be accepted with advance notice and all destination documentation; port restrictions remain controlling.
  • A medical centre with full-time doctors and nurses is available around the clock for emergencies, with scheduled routine clinics; it is not equivalent to a land hospital.
  • Relevant medical conditions must be disclosed at booking, and a fitness certificate may be required.
  • Portable oxygen concentrators and CPAP devices may be accepted with advance disclosure and guest-supplied equipment; oxygen arrangements must be declared before final payment.
  • Hemodialysis is not offered. Independently managed peritoneal dialysis may be considered with advance notification and all required supplies.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Explora II?
  • Smoking, including electronic cigarettes, is permitted only in clearly designated areas.
  • Smoking is prohibited in suites and on suite terraces, in food-service and childcare areas, in medical centres, corridors, elevator foyers, assembly or departure areas, public toilets and every other non-designated space.
  • The line publishes at least one designated bar area and one signed side of the principal outer pool deck; follow current onboard signs.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

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