Oceania's 3 larger ships are about the same size as Explora (although Oceania holds more guests). The smaller Oceania vessels don't compare as closely. Both have a strong focus on culinary. Explora includes an open bar and gratuities, where Oceania does not. Oceania offers a shore excursion credit (usually between $200 and $400 per guest), where Explora does not. Typically, Oceania will cost less on a per-day basis. Ultimately, our clients make their decision based mostly on the itinerary. Explora only has one ship in operation currently, so the number of itineraries is limited. They are bringing on a 2nd ship in August 2024, and then approximately one ship per year until they have 6 ships.
Would you compare Oceania and Explora Journeys as being similar?
Oceania's 3 larger ships are about the same size as Explora (although Oceania holds more guests). The smaller Oceania vessels don't compare as closely. Both have a strong focus on culinary. Explora includes an open bar and gratuities, where Oceania does not. Oceania offers a shore excursion credit (usually between $200 and $400 per guest), where Explora does not. Typically, Oceania will cost less on a per-day basis. Ultimately, our clients make their decision based mostly on the itinerary. Explora only has one ship in operation currently, so the number of itineraries is limited. They are bringing on a 2nd ship in August 2024, and then approximately one ship per year until they have 6 ships.
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