I boarded one of the world’s ritziest cruise ships with a garbage-bag carry-on

I boarded one of the world’s ritziest cruise ships with a garbage-bag carry-on

Hopping aboard a glam cruise off the coast of New Zealand’s South Island, a writer makes a strong first impression.

Step onboard Explora II as it docks in Monaco: luxury cruising finds a new benchmark - Monaco Life

Monaco played host last week to the glittering arrival of Explora II, the latest vessel in the Explora Journeys fleet. More boutique resort than cruise liner, the ship’s opulence, sheer scale and culinary ambition have set an exciting new tone for the future of ultra-luxury travel by sea. When Explora II edged into Monaco’s port last week, it was hard to ignore its superyacht silhouette. But unlike most yachts moored in the Principality, this on…