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.
In a world-first for the expedition cruise industry, Aurora Expeditions has partnered with the Thermal Imaging of Polar Ice (TIPI) project to launch a groundbreaking citizen science initiative. Guests aboard the line’s three vessels will now use thermal technology to visualize and record data on polar ice melt, contributing to vital long-term climate research.
In a major Caribbean expansion, MSC Cruises has confirmed it will base a ship in La Romana, Dominican Republic, year-round starting in November 2026. The new programme, featuring MSC Opera, will bring 120,000 additional visitors to the region annually.
Azamara Cruises has announced its most ambitious and comprehensive renovation program to date, dubbed “Azamara Forward,” representing the largest capital investment in the luxury small-ship cruise line’s history.
Carnival Cruise Line has expanded its 2027/28 West Coast deployments with new Pacific and Mexican Riviera itineraries from Long Beach and San Francisco, offering varied cruise options.
The 6,000-passenger Disney Adventure has docked in Port Canaveral, marking a major milestone as she completes her transatlantic crossing en route to her new homeport in Singapore.
Expedition cruise operator Antarctica21 has renewed its partnership with HIF Global to power its Antarctic Zodiac landing excursions using synthetic e-Gasoline, marking a milestone in lower-emission polar tourism operations and sustainable exploration.
Azamara Cruises has announced its most ambitious and comprehensive renovation program to date, dubbed “Azamara Forward,” representing the largest capital investment in the luxury small-ship cruise line’s history.
Dream Cruises is set to serve up a new dimension of active travel through a pioneering partnership with Performance Pickleball, Singapore’s premier pickleball club. In an announcement made today, the cruise line revealed plans to launch an exclusive pickleball clinic at sea aboard its flagship vessel, Genting Dream.
AIDA Cruises has officially announced its return to the Middle East for the winter 2027/28 season, marking a significant comeback for the German line in the Arabian Gulf after a two-year hiatus.
Royal Caribbean International has officially opened Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, its first all-inclusive beach club destination in Nassau, The Bahamas.
