Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, marked the beginning of the FORMULA 1 TAG HEUER GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2025 weekend with an exclusive edition of the Vanity Fair Club aboard EXPLORA II. Against the elegant backdrop of Port Hercule, the evening brought together a distinguished of guests to celebrate the start of one of the world’s most iconic events - setting the tone for a weekend defined by style, sophistication, and a shared spirit of celebration and collaboration.
Hosted by Simone Marchetti, European Editorial Director of Vanity Fair and Editor-in-Chief of Vanity Fair Italia, and Anna Nash, President Explora Journeys, the glamorous event unfolded against the shimmering lights of Monte Carlo, with EXPLORA II docked in the heart of the principality’s iconic harbour. Set against the grandeur of the Riviera and the pulse of the Grand Prix, the evening welcomed an exceptional gathering of guests, cultural tastemakers and creative visionaries for a celebration that captured the spirit and spectacle of this legendary Monaco weekend. Among the guests were Prince Alexandre Grimaldi, Flavio Briatore, Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman MSC Group Cruise Division, Luca de Meo, CEO of Renault, Princess Alexandra De Hanovre and entrepreneur and social media personality Kevin Lütolf.
As twilight settled over the Côte d’Azur, the Sky Bar aboard Explora II transformed into an open-air stage of style and sophistication - a setting where Monaco’s unmistakable energy met the serene, curated elegance that defines Explora Journeys.
For the first time, Vanity Fair brought its legendary Vanity Fair Club concept aboard an Explora Journeys ship. Long regarded as a cultural institution, the Vanity Fair Club has illuminated some of the world’s most iconic nights - and this evening was no exception
“We were honoured to host the Vanity Fair Club aboard EXPLORA II during one of the world’s most iconic sports events,” said Anna Nash, Global President of Explora Journeys. “The evening beautifully reflected the spirit of our brand - where every detail is considered, and each moment becomes a journey of connection, emotion, and lasting memory”
“Bringing the Vanity Fair Club to sea was a celebration of excellence in style, in hospitality, in human exchange and a beautiful intersection of our shared values with Explora Journeys,” added Simone Marchetti, European Editorial Director of Vanity Fair and Editor-in-Chief of Vanity Fair Italia.
The evening, curated with artistic detail and signature refinement, stood as a tribute to the synergy between two brands that celebrate the transformative power of culture, conversation, and craftsmanship.
Throughout the FORMULA 1 TAG HEUER GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2025 weekend, EXPLORA II served as an ultra-luxurious, yacht-inspired sanctuary where elegance met adrenaline. Docked in the heart of Monaco, the ship offered guests access to the race, sweeping Riviera views, and an immersive calendar of curated events - from personal meetings with Formula 1 legends to exclusive brand showcases and wellness rituals.
