Celestyal has rolled out a revamped cruise and land packaging tool for travel advisors in North America, rebranding the service as Celestyal Sail & Stay, with plans to extend the offering to its […]
Costa Cruises has confirmed that it will cancel all planned winter 2025/26 itineraries in the Arabian Gulf aboard Costa Toscana, including repositioning voyages via Cape Town, citing continued uncertainty in the Middle East.
Celestyal Cruises has announced a special December sailing that will give guests front-row access to the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, combining the thrill of Formula 1 with a cruise featuring ley […]
Emerald Cruises has detailed the inaugural deployment plans for its forthcoming luxury cruise yacht, Emerald Rayia, which is set to launch in 2026.
Saudi Arabia’s homegrown cruise line AROYA Cruises has been integrated into the Cruisehost booking platform, providing travel agents worldwide with access to the line’s current Mediterranean sailings.
The Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) has introduced Saudi Arabia’s first comprehensive regulatory framework for cruise ship operations, marking a major step in the Kingdom’s maritime tourism strategy.
Norwegian Cruise Line is sharpening its focus on Middle East source markets, promoting Europe’s shoulder seasons as a smarter, less crowded alternative to peak summer travel, with a portfolio of more than […]
AROYA Cruises has marked a milestone in its debut Mediterranean season, with its flagship vessel Aroya making maiden visits to three key Greek ports on her inaugural 7‑night Eastern Mediterranean voyage.
The Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) has announced the launch of Saudi Arabia’s first formal regulatory framework for cruise ship operations, marking a significant step in the Kingdom’s efforts to become a […]
AIDA Cruises has announced the cancellation of its 2025/26 winter cruise season in the Middle East, citing ongoing security concerns in the region, meaning there will be no cruises from Dubai aboard […]
Viking has announced plans to enter the Indian river cruise market, with an order for Viking Brahmaputra, a new 80-guest vessel that will operate on the Brahmaputra River in Assam, with pre- […]
Despite the withdrawal of German cruise line AIDA Cruises from the UAE for the upcoming 2025/26 Middle East winter season, other operators with Gulf-only itineraries remain committed to Dubai as a homeport.
Windstar Cruises remains open to the possibility of homeporting in Saudi Arabia, suggesting that Red Sea deployment is still part of its strategic vision despite current operations being focused on the Mediterranean […]
Cruise Saudi, the government-backed organisation charged with growing Saudi Arabia’s cruise industry, is expanding its port infrastructure in Jeddah to accommodate larger cruise vessels as part of its broader effort to scale […]
Cruise Saudi, the entity driving the development of Saudi Arabia’s emerging cruise sector, has outlined its long-term vision for growth, aiming to develop 10 cruise destinations by 2030 and reach 1.33 million […]
Cruising in the GCC is shedding its retiree image, as millennials and Gen Z embrace short, immersive voyages tailored to their lifestyles and travel preferences.
AROYA Cruises has officially launched its inaugural Eastern Mediterranean season, departing Istanbul’s Galataport Cruise Terminal on June 28th, 2025.
With expanding airlift, strong source market growth, and a robust port network, the Arabian Gulf is well-positioned to become a year-round cruise destination—but not all industry leaders are convinced the region is […]
Celestyal has released details of its 2027/28 season, marking its earliest season launch to date on the back of sustained demand for its Arabian Gulf and wider Mediterranean itineraries.
Carnival Corporation is closely monitoring the rapidly evolving situation in the Middle East, but says the ongoing Israel–Iran tensions have not yet had any material impact on its operations.
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