Explora Club Expands Hilton Partnership for Loyalty Program

Explora Journeys' Explora Club loyalty program has marked its first anniversary by significantly expanding its partnership with Hilton Honors. This collaboration aims to enhance benefits for loyal guests, building on the initial integration announced in December. The expanded partnership allows Hilton Honors members to earn and redeem points on cruises booked with Explora Journeys through Hilton, introducing new avenues for travelers to leverage their loyalty points.

Initially, the partnership offered Hilton Honors members who booked an Explora Journeys trip by June 7, 2026, 100,000 bonus Hilton Honors points per suite, an in-suite welcome gift, and a journey experience credit ranging from $200 to $400 depending on the itinerary. The current expansion allows for a more integrated earning and redemption system. Hilton Honors members will now earn 10 base points for every U.S. dollar spent on cruise fares when booking through Hilton. Furthermore, members will have the ability to redeem Hilton points for cruises and receive a 5% discount on cruise fares.

Explora Journeys president Anna Nash stated that this next phase of the partnership with Hilton Honors underscores a mutual dedication to superior hospitality and personalized guest recognition. The Explora Club was launched one year ago with the objective of celebrating guests' journeys and their loyalty, ensuring they feel valued. The program's growth and evolution over the past year have led to these enhanced benefits, reflecting a strategic move to deepen engagement with a broader base of luxury travelers who also participate in the Hilton Honors program. Specific award redemption rates for cruises have not yet been released by Hilton.