Explora Journeys’ Anna Nash on Redefining Luxury Ocean Travel
From ferry rides to school in southwest England to helming one of the world’s newest luxury cruise lines, Anna Nash’s relationship with the sea has always been deeply personal. Now president of Explora Journeys, Nash is on a mission to reimagine ocean travel as an elegant, soulful experience that blends discovery, design, and purpose.
Nash joined Explora Journeys in 2024 after a distinguished 25-year career in global hospitality. Her journey began at Orient-Express, where she spent over a decade honing her craft in communications, followed by leadership roles at Rosewood London and Aman Resorts, where she ultimately served as chief commercial officer.
At Explora Journeys, Nash has embraced the opportunity to “brand-build and redefine ocean travel.” Under her leadership, the company—launched in 2021 by the MSC Group—is expanding its fleet from two to six ships by 2028, with Explora III debuting in 2026 and itineraries extending to Alaska and Japan by 2027.
For Nash, this next chapter is about transforming the cruise experience into what she calls a “five-star boutique hotel whose address happens to be the ocean.” Explora’s ships feature superyacht-inspired design, spacious oceanfront suites, slow-paced itineraries with overnight stays, and immersive cultural programming designed to create what the brand terms the Ocean State of Mind—a space for reflection, reconnection, and transformation.
“Luxury should feel personal, intuitive, and effortless,” Nash explains. “At Explora Journeys, every detail is designed to evoke emotion—from culinary artistry and wellness experiences to the rhythm of travel itself. We’re not just moving people from one destination to another; we’re crafting journeys that linger long after guests disembark.”
A passionate advocate for women in leadership, Nash also emphasizes mentorship and representation. “Women bring empathy, intuition, and collaboration—qualities that are shaping the future of travel,” she says. “My advice? Be bold, stay curious, and don’t wait until you feel ready. Growth happens just beyond your comfort zone.”
With Nash at the helm, Explora Journeys is positioning itself as more than a cruise line—it’s an evolving vision of ultra-elegant ocean travel, where sophistication meets authenticity and every voyage becomes a deeply personal story.
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