Sarah Bretz, ContributorExplora Journeys marked the start 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 backdrop of Port Hercule, the evening brought guests together to celebrate the start of one of the world’s most iconic events.
Hosted by Simone Marchetti, European Editorial Director of Vanity Fair and Editor-in-Chief of Vanity Fair Italia, and Anna Nash, President of Explora Journeys, the glamorous event unfolded against the shimmering lights of Monte Carlo, with Explora II docked in the heart of the harbor.
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 the legendary weekend in Monaco. 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.
“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.
Throughout the Formula 1 Tag Heuer Grand Prix de Monaco 2025 weekend, Explora II served as a luxury, yacht-inspired sanctuary for spectators. Docked in the heart of Monaco, the ship offered guests access to the race, sweeping views, and a calendar of curated events — from personal meetings with Formula 1 legends to exclusive brand showcases and wellness offerings.
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