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Explora III December 20-January 5 2026 Cruise & Offers

Miami to Miami

VoyageEL20261220MIAMIA DatesDecember 20 2026-January 5 2027 Duration16 nights ShipExplora III

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Explora III December 20 2026-January 5 2027 cruise route map from Miami to Miami
Official Explora III itinerary map · Miami to Miami · December 20 2026-January 5 2027

Explora III · December 20 2026-January 5 2027

Ports & destination experiences

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Published journey: An Extended Journey Through Caribbean Rhythms and Festive Island Nights

Dec 20, 2026 · Jan 5, 2027 Miami 2 published calls · all times below · Docked

About Miami

Miami is a published Explora Journeys destination in United States. The official itinerary characterises the call as Quintessential Miami, 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 III itinerary, Miami has 2 published calls in United States from Miami to Miami. The destination appears once here while every separate date and time remains listed below. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Dec 20, 2026 — Depart 17:00 · Docked · Embarkation
  • Jan 5, 2027 — 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.

Dec 21, 2026 · Dec 23, 2026 · Jan 4, 2027 At Sea 3 published sea days

At sea aboard Explora III

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: These 3 published days at sea are grouped once for the Explora III itinerary from Miami to Miami. Every verified date and position remains in route order below; no port call or destination-experience programme applies to a sea day.

Published schedule

  • Dec 21, 2026 — At sea · Sea day
  • Dec 23, 2026 — At sea · Sea day
  • Jan 4, 2027 — 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.

Dec 22, 2026 Ocho Rios Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

About Ocho Rios

Ocho Rios is a published Explora Journeys destination in Jamaica. The official itinerary characterises the call as Good Vibrations and Jungle Falls in Ocho Rios, 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 III itinerary, Ocho Rios has one published call in Jamaica from Miami to Miami. It follows At Sea and precedes At Sea in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Dec 22, 2026 — 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.

Dec 24, 2026 Catalina Island Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00 · Tender

About Catalina Island

Catalina Island is a published Explora Journeys destination in Dominican Republic. The official itinerary characterises the call as Underwater Worlds of Catalina Island, 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 III itinerary, Catalina Island has one published call in Dominican Republic from Miami to Miami. It follows At Sea and precedes Jost Van Dyke in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies tender access.

Published schedule

  • Dec 24, 2026 — Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00 · Tender

Destination Experiences

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

Dec 25, 2026 Jost Van Dyke Arrive 12:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

About Jost Van Dyke

Jost Van Dyke is a published Explora Journeys destination in British Virgin Islands. The official itinerary characterises the call as Darling Jost Van Dyke, 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 III itinerary, Jost Van Dyke has one published call in British Virgin Islands from Miami to Miami. It follows Catalina Island and precedes Philipsburg in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Dec 25, 2026 — Arrive 12:00 · 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.

Dec 26, 2026 Philipsburg Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

About Philipsburg

Philipsburg is a published Explora Journeys destination in Sint Marteen. The official itinerary characterises the call as Princely Philipsburg, 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 III itinerary, Philipsburg has one published call in Sint Marteen from Miami to Miami. It follows Jost Van Dyke and precedes Charlotte Amalie (Saint Thomas) in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Dec 26, 2026 — 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.

Dec 27, 2026 Charlotte Amalie (Saint Thomas) Arrive 08:00 · Depart 21:00 · Docked

About Charlotte Amalie (Saint Thomas)

Charlotte Amalie (Saint Thomas) is a published Explora Journeys destination in United States Virgin Islands. The official itinerary characterises the call as Charlotte Amalie Charms, 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 III itinerary, Charlotte Amalie (Saint Thomas) has one published call in United States Virgin Islands from Miami to Miami. It follows Philipsburg and precedes San Juan in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Dec 27, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 21:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

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

Dec 28, 2026 San Juan Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · 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 III itinerary, San Juan has one published call in Puerto Rico from Miami to Miami. It follows Charlotte Amalie (Saint Thomas) and precedes St. John's (Antigua) in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Dec 28, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

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

Dec 29, 2026 St. John's (Antigua) Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00 · 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 III itinerary, St. John's (Antigua) has one published call in Antigua and Barbuda from Miami to Miami. It follows San Juan and precedes Pointe-à-Pitre in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Dec 29, 2026 — 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.

Dec 30, 2026 Pointe-à-Pitre Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

About Pointe-à-Pitre

Pointe-à-Pitre is a published Explora Journeys destination in Guadeloupe. The official itinerary characterises the call as La Belle Vie Point-à-Pitre, 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 III itinerary, Pointe-à-Pitre has one published call in Guadeloupe from Miami to Miami. It follows St. John's (Antigua) and precedes Cruz Bay (Saint John) in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Dec 30, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

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

Dec 31, 2026 Cruz Bay (Saint John) Arrive 09:00 · Depart 16:00 · Tender

About Cruz Bay (Saint John)

Cruz Bay (Saint John) is a published Explora Journeys destination in United States Virgin Islands. The official itinerary characterises the call as Saint John: Quintessential Caribbean Hideaway, 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 III itinerary, Cruz Bay (Saint John) has one published call in United States Virgin Islands from Miami to Miami. It follows Pointe-à-Pitre and precedes At Sea - Fireworks in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies tender access.

Published schedule

  • Dec 31, 2026 — Arrive 09:00 · Depart 16:00 · Tender

Destination Experiences

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

Dec 31, 2026–Jan 1, 2027 At Sea - Fireworks 2 published calls · all times below · Overnight · Docked

About At Sea - Fireworks

At Sea - Fireworks is a published Explora Journeys destination in Puerto Rico. The official itinerary characterises the call as New Year’s Eve Fireworks over San Juan, Puerto Rico, 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 III itinerary, At Sea - Fireworks has 2 published calls in Puerto Rico from Miami to Miami. The destination appears once here while every separate date and time remains listed below. The verified schedule identifies a docked call. The published schedule identifies an overnight or extended stay.

Published schedule

  • Dec 31, 2026 — Arrive 23:30 · Docked · Overnight
  • Jan 1, 2027 — Depart 02:00 · Docked · Overnight

Destination Experiences

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

Jan 2, 2027 Samaná Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

About Samaná

Samaná is a published Explora Journeys destination in Dominican Republic. The official itinerary characterises the call as Samaná Sanctuary, 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 III itinerary, Samaná has one published call in Dominican Republic from Miami to Miami. It follows At Sea - Fireworks and precedes Puerto Plata in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Jan 2, 2027 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · 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 3, 2027 Puerto Plata Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

About Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata is a published Explora Journeys destination in Dominican Republic. The official itinerary characterises the call as (D)rum rolls for Puerto Plata, 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 III itinerary, Puerto Plata has one published call in Dominican Republic from Miami to Miami. It follows Samaná and precedes At Sea in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Jan 3, 2027 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · 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

Miami to Miami aboard Explora III

On December 20 2026-January 5 2027, Explora III sails 16 nights from Miami to Miami. The published route brings together Ocho Rios, Catalina Island, Jost Van Dyke, Philipsburg, 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 18 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Luxury cruise planning summary

Explora III December 20-January 5 2026: is Voyage EL20261220MIAMIA right for you?

This 16-night voyage aboard Explora III sails Miami to Miami, with calls including Ocho Rios, Catalina Island, Jost Van Dyke, and Philipsburg and 1 published sea day. Voyage EL20261220MIAMIA 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 III is described as active — entered service 24 July 2026; published specifications, facilities, and delivery timing remain planned and subject to change.

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What should travelers compare for Voyage EL20261220MIAMIA?

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What are Explora III's verified headline statistics?
461Ocean-front suites
5Heated pools
6Restaurants
12Bars and lounges
1.25:1Guest-to-host ratio
What clothes should I bring for this December itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this December 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 III?
  • 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 III 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 III 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 EL20261220MIAMIA before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Explora III?
  • 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 EL20261220MIAMIA: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Explora III 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 III?
  • 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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