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.
Oceania Cruises is highlighting longer voyages for 2027 to 2029, including 180-day Around the World journeys aboard Oceania Aurelia and extended itineraries linking Australia, Asia, Alaska, Europe, the South Pacific and South America by sea.
Carnival Cruise Line has unveiled Carnival Destiny as the first ship in its new Ace Class, beginning construction at Fincantieri ahead of a summer 2029 delivery and future sailings to Paradise Collection destinations from 2029.
Princess Cruises will return to the Rose Parade in January 2027 with a destination-inspired floral float celebrating Alaska, Japan, Australia and Europe while reflecting the Tournament of Roses theme, “Welcome”, through travel, culture and connection.
Royal Caribbean has expanded its 2027-28 Asia-Pacific programme with Ovation of the Seas from Brisbane, Voyager of the Seas across Australia and Asia, and a Singapore deployment for Navigator of the Seas through October 2027.
Seabourn has opened bookings for its winter 2028-2029 Caribbean season, with 10 itineraries aboard Seabourn Ovation and Seabourn Quest visiting 21 ports across 20 countries and island territories between December 2028 and March 2029.
Celebrity Cruises has unveiled its 2028-29 deployment, led by four Edge Series ships in Europe, renewed Celebrity Beyond, overnight calls in Alexandria, new Japan and Alaska programmes, and an extended South America season including Antarctica.
Aurora Expeditions has opened its 2028 Northern Hemisphere season, adding seven new Cultural Expeditions alongside Polar and Discovery voyages, with 29 departures across 20 countries and territories aboard Douglas Mawson and Sylvia Earle during 2028.
Oceania Cruises has opened bookings for its 2028 and 2029 Collection of Voyages, featuring more than 230 itineraries, over 60 overnight stays, inaugural Oceania Aurelia World Cruises and expanded regional programmes.
Viking Yi Dun has begun Viking China’s 2026 European ocean season, carrying Chinese guests on Mediterranean itineraries from August to December, with eight routes planned and the line’s 2027 Europe programme already on sale now.
Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed the first images of Great Tides Waterpark at Great Stirrup Cay. The nearly six-acre attraction will open on 4 September 2026 with 19 waterslides, dining venues and dedicated family facilities.
