Search Travel Market Report

mainlogo
www.travelmarketreport.com
U.S.A.
English
Canada
English
Canada Quebec
Français
  • News
  • Packaged Travel
  • Cruise
  • Hotels & Resorts
  • Destinations
  • Retail Strategies
  • Air
  • River Cruise
  • Training & Resources

Hilton Debuts Hilton Honors Adventures with New Explora Journeys Partnership

by Briana Bonfiglio  December 08, 2025
explora journeys

Photo: Hilton

Hilton has just launched Hilton Honors Adventures, an expansion of its Hilton Honors loyalty program that will offer deals on travel experiences – starting with a partnership with Explora Journeys. 

By summer 2026, Hilton Honors members will be able to use their hotel points to book sailings with Explora Journeys, MSC Group’s new luxury ocean cruise brand. Itineraries range from the Mediterranean and Northern Europe to The Red Sea and Arabian Peninsula, Alaska, Canada, and more. Explora Journeys will also sail in Japan starting in 2027 and launch a world cruise in 2029. 

“Explora Journeys defines the pinnacle of luxury ocean travel and unparalleled experiences,” said Chris Silcock, president of global brands and commercial services at Hilton. “This exciting new partnership creates the perfect moment to launch Hilton Honors Adventures, introducing new ways for our members to experience iconic destinations and hidden gems around the world.”   

Anna Nash, president of Explora Journeys, added that the collaboration “unites two brands committed to thoughtful travel, meaningful connection, and deep discovery.”

“At Explora Journeys, we believe in giving our guests the time and space to slow down, choose intentionally, and feel truly in tune with their surroundings; this is what we call ‘The Ocean State of Mind,’” she said. “Together, we’re offering Hilton Honors members a stay at sea that blends the freedom of the ocean with the warmth of genuine hospitality. Our goal is simple: to create moments that are effortless, personal, and crafted with care, always guided by our commitment to the wellbeing of our guests.”

Though the program has not yet begun, Hilton and Explora Journeys are celebrating the announcement with a limited-time offer. Now through June 7, 2026, Hilton Honors members can earn 100,000 Hilton Honors Bonus Points per suite and up to $400 in Journey Experience Credits, plus an exclusive in-suite welcome gift, when they book one of 16 curated Hilton x Explora Journeys sailings. 

The Explora Journeys partnership is only part of the Hilton Honors Adventures program, which is also collaborating with AutoCamp, an outdoor hospitality provider. Hilton plans to add more partnerships to the program in the future.

  
  
Related Articles
AmaWaterways Refreshes Brand as New Ships and New Rivers Come Online
Luxury Cruising, Explained: Onboard Explora I with Patricia Di Benedetto and John Kirk
Tauck Opens Bookings for 2027 Global Journeys and Safari Portfolio
InterContinental Boston Names New Director of Sales & Marketing
New Opening: Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas Paradise Valley
Oceania Cruises Sets Adults-Only Policy Ahead of Sonata Class Launch
Raffles Boston Appoints New Regional Director of Sales & Marketing
Loews Hotels & Co Names Kristie Goshow Chief Commercial Officer
Explora Journeys lance une nouvelle offre Wave avec jusqu’à 30 % d’économies
Radisson Hotel Group Opens Landmark Bangkok Hotel

MOST VIEWED

  1. Hundreds of Flights Cancelled as Extreme Winter Weather Paralyzes Amsterdam Schiphol
  2. U.S. State Department Reissues ‘Level 4: Do Not Travel’ Warning for Russia
  3. Jamaica after Melissa: Post-Hurricane Resort Updates for Travel Advisors (part 2)
  4. Caribbean Air Travel Recovers After Venezuela Action Shuts Down Airspace
  5. Flight Delays and Cancellations Linger at Toronto Pearson as More Snow Looms
  6. Delta Air Lines to Add Basic Business and First-Class Fares This Year


TMR Subscription

Subscribe today to receive daily in-depth coverage from all corners of the travel industry, from industry happenings to new cruise ships, hotel openings, tour updates, and much more.

Subscribe to TMR

Top Stories
Norwegian Aura: Everything We Know About NCL’s Largest Ship Coming in 2027
Norwegian Aura: Everything We Know About NCL’s Largest Ship Coming in 2027

The 3,840-passenger Norwegian Aura will be the brand’s longest and largest vessel in its fleet when it debuts in May 2027.

Azamara Cruises Plans Exhaustive Fleetwide Refurbishments
Azamara Cruises Plans Exhaustive Fleetwide Refurbishments

Azamara Quest will be first up, going into drydock in late October 2026 and emerging in December.

Behind the Curtain: How an NCLH Creative Studios Tour Helps Advisors Sell the Cruise Experience
Behind the Curtain: How an NCLH Creative Studios Tour Helps Advisors Sell the Cruise Experience

Does getting a sneak peek at what goes into NCL’s entertainment lineup help advisors when it comes to marketing and selling cruises?

ASTA, Travel Consortia & Host Leaders Applaud Cruise Lines with No NCFs
ASTA, Travel Consortia & Host Leaders Applaud Cruise Lines with No NCFs

“The practice of NCFs has long been a barrier to fair and transparent compensation for travel advisors…”

Norwegian Cruise Line Brings Back 90s Tagline, Launches National Ad Campaign
Norwegian Cruise Line Brings Back 90s Tagline, Launches National Ad Campaign

The refreshed branding and resurrected tagline “celebrates the disrupter mentality that has always set NCL apart.”

First Elements of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Enhanced Great Stirrup Cay Now Open
First Elements of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Enhanced Great Stirrup Cay Now Open

The pier, along with a 1.4-acre pool, adults-only Vibe Shore Club, and Splash Pad for kids are all now open.

TMR OUTLOOKS & WHITE PAPERS
View All
Advertiser's Voice
2-for-1 Airfare Sale to Europe!
About Travel Market Report Mission Meet the Team Advisory Board Advertise Syndication Guidelines
TMR Resources Calendar of Events Outlook/Whitepapers Previous Sponsored Articles Previous This Week Articles
Subscribe to TMR
Select Language
Do You Have an Idea Email
editor@travelmarketreport.com
Give Us a Call
1-(516) 730-3097
Drop Us a Note
Travel Market Report
71 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
© 2005 - 2026 Travel Market Report, an American Marketing Group Inc. Company All Rights Reserved | Terms and Conditions
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Manage cookie preferences