A Garden Cruise to Spain, France, and Italy with GardenSMART Host Eric Johnson to Celebrate 30 Years
By: All Aboard Travel, Dreams and Destinations, and Explora Journeys
GardenSMART is turning 30, and we'd love for you to join us on a Western Mediterranean cruise to celebrate! All Aboard Travel, Dreams and Destinations, and Explora Journeys have planned a magnificent cruise with destinations in Barcelona, Menorca, Sardinia, Saint-Tropez, Cannes, La Spezia, and Rome.
Travel with Eric Johnson, nationally known garden expert and host of the PBS show, GardenSMART, for a weeklong voyage along the coasts of Spain, France, and Italy. Join us as we tour historic gardens, film new episodes, and explore the unique food, flowers, wine, and architecture in some of Europe’s most beautiful ports of call.
Sail from Barcelona’s artistic buzz to the tranquil charm of Mahón in Menorca. In Alghero, uncover Sardinia’s Catalan-infused character. Reflect, relax and rejuvenate in elegance onboard, enjoying ocean-inspired wellness as we drift into the breathtaking landscapes and sophistication of Saint-Tropez and stroll the star-studded shores and winding streets of Cannes. Explore La Spezia’s gateway to Cinque Terre’s cliffside magic before concluding our journey in the eternal inspiration of Rome.
Maybe the best hotel isn’t a hotel
Explora Journeys invites you to travel differently - shaped by the ocean, guided by curiosity, and defined by how it makes you feel.
A gentle challenge to what you thought you knew about luxury travel. An invitation to Explore the Ocean State of Mind.
Maybe the best hotel isn’t a hotel.
Maybe the most exclusive address is longitude and latitude.
Maybe one check-in unlocks multiple destinations.
Maybe the ocean itself becomes the address and the Journey becomes the experience.
All journeys include access to sophisticated, varied experiences across 18 food and beverage venues, including six restaurants, five lounges and in-suite dining, unlimited beverages, fine wines, premium spirits, a welcome bottle of champagne, complimentary Wi-Fi, on board gratuities and more.
From sun-kissed coasts to timeless architecture, your journey will also include garden destinations and the opportunity to learn from Eric Johnson, GardenSMART’s host.
GardenSMART’s host, Eric Johnson, will accompany you on this trip. Eric has had a long career as a plantsman. He attended the University of Georgia, where he was awarded the prestigious Dirr Scholarship. After graduating with a degree in Horticulture, he became head of operations and director of propagation for several horticultural firms, culminating by being named director of horticulture for one of the oldest and most respected seed companies in the U.S. Eric continues to work on new plant introductions and growing techniques, but he remains an avid gardener, sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with the GardenSMART audience.
To reserve your space on this special cruise, please visit:
But don’t delay. We have 30 ocean view suites blocked on this incredible cruise,
and we need to hear from you by 15 September 2026 so that you don't miss out on this wonderful trip of a lifetime. See below for additional information about this incredible opportunity.
After you contact us, one of our concierge travel advisors will reach out to you to answer your questions and assist you in planning and booking your trip.
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