Celestyal Cruises Announces Extension of Its Inaugural Arabian Gulf Season
Celestyal Cruises has extended its first season in the Arabian…
Celestyal Cruises Announces Extension of Its Inaugural Arabian Gulf Season
Celestyal Cruises has extended its first season in the Arabian Gulf by introducing an additional “Desert Days” sailing, offering a 50% discount on the Celestyal Experience fare. This new voyage will set sail from Dubai on March 3, 2025.
AIDA Cruises to Maintain Dubai-Bound Ship Routes via Africa
AIDA Cruises has confirmed that for the 2025-2026 season, its ships heading to Dubai will continue their route around Africa. The AIDAprima will depart from Hamburg on October 3, 2025, making its way to Dubai via the Cape of Good Hope.
Resorts World Cruises Marks Its Inaugural Voyage from Dubai
Resorts World Cruises celebrated the inaugural Gulf voyage of the Resorts World One, which departed from Port Rashid Cruise Terminal 2 in Dubai on November 1, 2024. The ship now offers three weekly cruises to various Gulf destinations.
Dubai’s Cruise Tourism Exceeds 200,000 Passengers in 2024
In the first 11 months of 2024, Dubai welcomed more than 200,000 cruise passengers, setting a new record for the city. Dubai Customs successfully processed over 1.23 million bags for 281,775 travelers during this time.
Celestyal Cruises Extends Its First Arabian Gulf Season
In response to high demand, Celestyal Cruises has extended its inaugural Arabian Gulf season. An additional “Desert Days” sailing will depart from Dubai on March 3, 2025, aboard the Celestyal Journey. This cruise will visit destinations such as Bahrain, Khasab, Sir Bani Yas Island, and Abu Dhabi. The Celestyal Journey is currently undergoing a scheduled…
Costa Smeralda Becomes the First LNG Cruise Ship to Be Refueled in Dubai
In December 2024, Costa Smeralda made history as the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) cruise ship to be refueled in Dubai. The ship is currently offering week-long cruises from Dubai, visiting destinations like Muscat, Doha, and Abu Dhabi until the end of February 2025. On March 1, 2025, it will embark on a 37-day journey…
Cruise Lines Modify Routes in Response to Regional Security Issues.
In response to security concerns in the Middle East, several cruise lines have altered their 2025 itineraries. Princess Cruises revealed that its 2025 World Cruises aboard the Island Princess and Crown Princess will avoid the Middle East and Asia, opting to sail around Africa instead, with Cape Town taking the place of Dubai as a…
MSC Cruises Presents a Variety of Itineraries in the Emirates.
MSC Cruises is offering a variety of Emirates cruises for the 2024-2025 season, departing from both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. These itineraries include stops at destinations like Sir Bani Yas Island, Doha, and Muscat, providing passengers with a mix of cultural experiences and relaxation opportunities.
