The Explora I will make its debut a year from now.

The first of four ships from Explora will be delivered at the end of May, followed by sister ship Explora II in summer. The ships are being built in Italy.

The first time a ship's hull touches water is known as a float-out. The Explora I will have over 500 cabins, tenculino experiences, ten indoor and outdoor bar and lounges, and four swimming pools.

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In its first year, the ship will visit seven regions of the globe, visiting a mix of popular and less-visited destinations. Two destinations that have yet to be visited by a cruise ship areKastellorizo in Greece and St. Pierre in Martinique.