Celestyal Cruises’ three-year commitment to Ras Al Khaimah is positioning the northernmost emirate as a rising star in the Arabian Gulf’s cruise tourism sector, according to Jasem Zaiton, a regional cruise expert […]
Ras Al Khaimah emerging as promising cruise destination says expert Jasem Zaiton
Royal Caribbean reveals dining, entertainment aboard new Icon-class Star of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International has released new details about the entertainment and dining experiences that will be available aboard its second Icon-class ship, Star of the Seas, scheduled to debut in August 2025.
Virgin Voyages to introduce Spanish restaurant Rojo by Razzle Dazzle aboard Brilliant Lady
Virgin Voyages has announced the introduction of Rojo by Razzle Dazzle, a new Spanish-inspired dining concept set to debut aboard Brilliant Lady, the latest vessel in its fleet.
Arabian Gulf most exciting cruise growth opportunity globally says Celestyal
Celestyal Cruises has described the Arabian Gulf as one of the most exciting emerging cruise markets in the world, following a successful inaugural winter season that exceeded expectations and prompted the deployment […]
Norwegian Cruise Line to introduce Starbucks, other enhancements aboard Pride of America
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced a significant refurbishment for Pride of America, the only U.S.-flagged cruise ship offering year-round inter-island sailings in Hawaii.
Cordelia Cruises releases 2026 Indian roundtrip itineraries for new Cordelia Sky
Cordelia Cruises has released itineraries for the inaugural season of its new ship Cordelia Sky, which is acquired from Norwegian Cruise Line as part of a long-term charter due to commence next […]
MSC Cruises expands South Africa season and adds new destination for 2025/26
MSC Cruises has announced two additions to the upcoming 2025/26 South African cruise season out of Durban and Cape Town, with expanded itineraries and a new destination in Mayotte in the Mozambique […]
Norwegian Epic to debut new water park, staterooms and beach club following refit
Norwegian Cruise Line has confirmed a series of upgrades to Norwegian Epic ahead of the ship’s upcoming summer season in Europe, including expanded public areas and new staterooms.
Oceania Cruises revamps programming and entertainment across the fleet
Oceania Cruises has announced changes to its onboard entertainment across the fleet, with many of the new offerings set to launch with Oceania Allura in July 2025.
MSC Cruises extends Emirates partnership ahead of expanded 2025/26 season
MSC Cruises and Emirates have extended their long-term strategic partnership to enhance the fly-cruise experience for passengers, supporting Dubai’s position as a global cruise hub.
Celestyal Cruises adds Ras Al Khaimah to port line up on 2025/26 Arabian Gulf itineraries
Celestyal Cruises has entered into a three-year partnership with Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA), expanding its presence in the Arabian Gulf with scheduled port calls to the northern emirate beginning […]
Qatar to host two Celestyal cruise ships for 2025/26 season at Doha Port
Qatar Tourism has announced the dual deployment of Celestyal Journey and Celestyal Discovery for the 2025/26 cruise season, reinforcing Doha’s position as a growing homeport and regional cruise destination.
AROYA Cruises reveals debut passenger numbers and plans for second Red Sea island
AROYA Cruises has announced that it welcomed more than 92,000 passengers in its first four months of operation, including 38,000 during Ramadan, as the Saudi-owned cruise line concludes its debut season in the Red […]
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises partners with Emirates for greater fly-cruise connectivity
Emirates and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises have announced a partnership to offer combined luxury cruise and air travel packages with greater connectivity for cruise passengers.
MSC World Europa to homeport in Dubai again for 2026/27 Middle East season
MSC World Europa, the largest ship in the MSC Cruises fleet, will return to the Arabian Gulf for the 2026/27 cruise season, homeporting once again in Dubai. The ship was last based […]
Royal Caribbean International to hold auditions in UAE for vocalists and dancers
Royal Caribbean International will hold auditions in the UAE next month seeking new talent across the fleet to perform for more than 115,000 guests who fill its theater spaces each night aboard […]
Celebrity Xcel to debut new dining options specifically designed for couples
Celebrity Cruises has announced that Celebrity Xcel, the next ship in its Edge Series, will introduce a new range of dining and entertainment offerings tailored for couples when it enters service in […]
AROYA partnership with SmartSea underscores region’s cruise ambitions
The launch of AROYA Cruises, the first cruise line tailored specifically for the Arabian and wider Middle East cruise market, marks a significant step for Saudi Arabia’s ambitions to compete globally as a […]
MSC Cruises confirms MSC Euribia will homeport in Dubai for 2025/26 season
MSC Cruises has confirmed that MSC Euribia will homeport in Dubai during the 2025/26 winter season, offering 3-, 4-, and 7-night roundtrip cruises from November 8ᵗʰ, 2025.
TUI Cruises to continue to sail via Cape Town on Dubai repositioning cruises in 2026
TUI Cruises has confirmed that three of its repositioning voyages in 2026 between the Middle East and Europe, and Asia and the Mediterranean, will continue to circumnavigate Africa, avoiding the Red Sea […]
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