The Cruise Lines section covers information on major global cruise lines, strategic updates, fleet movements, commercial developments, and regional deployments from cruise operators active in the Middle East market.
Celebrity Cruises has relaunched Celebrity Solstice after a major revitalisation, adding eight new experiences, four new-to-Celebrity spaces, refreshed staterooms and updated venues before the ship’s Alaska season and 110-night Grand Voyage.
Crystal has announced a dedicated culinary-themed sailing featuring the acclaimed Alajmo Brothers, offering guests an immersive Michelin-starred dining experience at sea aboard its luxury fleet.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has signed an agreement with Fincantieri to build three new cruise ships—one each for Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises—with deliveries scheduled between 2036 and 2037.
Hurtigruten has introduced three new Limited Collection fjord and Arctic sailings for 2027–28 aboard MS Trollfjord, offering flexible routing and extended port calls along Norway’s dramatic coastline.
Celebrity Cruises has become the first cruise line to receive a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating for a restaurant at sea, awarded to Fine Cut Steakhouse on Celebrity Ascent.
SeaDream Yacht Club has named James Scott as Trade Sales Director for the UK & Ireland, reinforcing its strategic focus on trade partnerships and growth across the region’s luxury cruise distribution network.
Disney Cruise Line has confirmed that the Disney Wish will sail in Europe for the first time in 2027, marking the debut of a Wish class ship in the region with itineraries across the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.
Holland America Line celebrates 100 years of Caribbean cruising with a week long anniversary promotion offering up to 50% off fares, onboard credit and family friendly savings. The milestone highlights a century of regional firsts and introduces a curated selection of premium Caribbean itineraries ideal for Middle East travellers seeking warm weather escapes.
Luxury river expedition operator Aqua Expeditions has announced fresh Aqua Mekong sailings exploring Cambodia’s Upper Mekong and Tonl Sap regions, an exclusive Explorers Club trip led by geothermal expert Andrés Ruzo, and targeted promotions for 2026-2028 voyages.
Holland America Line has launched a new shore excursion in partnership with the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center for its 2026 Alaska season.
