Following its debut in 2025, Explora Journeys, the ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, will return to Port Hercule for the Formula 1 Grand Prix de Monaco 2026.
From June 3 to June 8, 2026, Explora I will be docked 150 metres from the track and serve as accommodation for guests attending the event.
The 2025 edition saw Explora II positioned near the circuit, offering guests views of the racing activity in Port Hercule from the deck. Onboard, a mix of exhibitions and cultural programming was offered alongside access to the event. In 2026, the company plans to replicate and expand on this model.
Guests on Explora I will be able to stay in suites with sea views or outlooks towards Monaco. Dining options will include six restaurants, and beverages will be provided. The ship will also offer spa and fitness facilities and high-speed Wi-Fi. A series of Formula 1-related activities will take place onboard, including appearances by past and current drivers, as well as other entertainment. Race tickets and hospitality packages will be available for those reserving suites.
In 2025, the vessel hosted events such as the Vanity Fair Club and included experiences ranging from a virtual reality race simulator and racing-themed activities to jewellery showcases by brands including Buccellati, Panerai and Piaget. Appearances by figures such as Sir Jackie Stewart and David Coulthard were also part of the programme. Similar programming is planned for 2026, with the aim of offering an experience centred on the Monaco Grand Prix weekend from a location within walking distance of the circuit.
For more information, visit Explora Journeys.
