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Explora Journeys Appoints Anna Nash as President

Image: Explora Journeys' Explora I. (Photo Credit: Explora Journeys Media)
Image: Explora Journeys' Explora I. (Photo Credit: Explora Journeys Media)
Laurie Baratti
by Laurie Baratti
Last updated: 6:30 PM ET, Mon September 9, 2024

WHY IT RATES: Anna Nash, a highly experienced leader in the ultra-luxury hospitality sector, takes up the newly created role of President of Explora Journeys. In this position, she’ll be instrumental in steering the brand’s strategic growth and global recognition as it continues to expand its industry presence. — Laurie Baratti, TravelPulse Contributing Editor


Anna Nash has joined Explora Journeys as President of the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group reporting directly to Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman, MSC Group’s Cruise Division.

Anna will further strengthen Explora Journeys’ senior leadership team with a remarkable career spanning over two decades gained at leading ultra-luxury hospitality brands.

Most recently, she served as Chief Commercial Officer at Aman, where she played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s global commercial strategies and brand expansion. During her ten-year tenure with Aman, she also held the position of Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Communications Officer.  

She brings a wealth of experience in Global Sales, Brand development, Marketing, Digital, PR, Communication, and Business Intelligence to this newly created position, having also worked at Rosewood Hotels and Orient-Express, before joining Aman in 2014.  

Anna Nash, President of Explora Journeys.

Anna Nash, President of Explora Journeys. (Photo Credit: Explora Journeys)

Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman of MSC Group’s Cruise Division, said, “We are delighted to welcome Anna to Explora Journeys where her proven expertise within the ultra-luxury hospitality industry, coupled with her exceptional leadership abilities will help us to ensure that our brand is globally recognized as we continue to set new standards in luxury travel.”

Anna Nash added, “I am incredibly proud to join Explora Journeys at such a pivotal moment in its growth and development. The brand’s dedication to redefining the luxury ocean travel experience is inspiring, and I look forward to working closely with Mr. Vago and the talented team to continue building on this vision. Together, we will strive to create unforgettable journeys that resonate with discerning travelers around the world.”

In her new role as President of Explora Journeys, Anna will be responsible for driving the brand’s strategic vision and growth initiatives as it continues to redefine the landscape of luxury ocean travel. Her extensive experience and leadership will be critical as Explora Journeys prepares to expand its fleet with the launch this week of EXPLORA II, the second luxury ship in the brand’s collection, followed by four additional ships entering service from 2026 to 2028.


SOURCE: Explora Journeys press release. 


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Laurie Baratti

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Laurie Baratti is an Assistant Editor for TravelPulse. She is a San Diego-based journalist whose work has previously appeared in publications like TravelAge West, SPACE, Modern Home + Living, Montage, and Sandals Life magazines. Travel writing has long been her passion, and she is always looking for excuses to explore the world outside of her native California. Laurie is also a lifelong equestrian, a proud pet-parent, and an underground advocate of the Oxford comma.

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