AD Ports Group has launched cruise operations across three Egyptian Red Sea ports, marking an expansion of its regional tourism and maritime network.
AD Ports launches Red Sea cruise operations across three Egyptian terminals
Cruise Saudi appoints Taha Nazer as acting CEO to drive new phase of growth
Cruise Saudi has appointed Taha Nazer as acting chief executive officer, signalling a transition into a new phase focused on scaling operations and advancing its long-term development strategy.
Aroya departs Arabian Gulf as AROYA Cruises prepares for Red Sea Jeddah season
AROYA Cruises’ Aroya has departed the Arabian Gulf, transiting the Strait of Hormuz and setting course for Jeddah, where the ship is scheduled to resume operations with a short Red Sea season […]
Aroya Cruises monitors Gulf operations as ship remains in Dubai amid US-Iran conflict
Aroya Cruises is continuing to assess operating conditions in the Arabian Gulf after suspending its scheduled itinerary and remains alongside in Dubai while authorities and operators monitor the evolving regional situation.
AROYA Cruises unveils itinerary details of inaugural 2026 Arabian Gulf season
AROYA Cruises has announced details of its inaugural Arabian Gulf season, set to begin in February 2026, marking the entry of the region’s first Arabian cruise line into Gulf itineraries.
MSC World Europa set for 2nd consecutive Middle East winter season in 2027/28
MSC World Europa is scheduled to return to the Middle East for a second consecutive winter season in 2027/28, reinforcing the cruise line’s continued commitment to the Arabian Gulf as a core […]
AROYA Cruises targets Indian market with appointment of preferred sales agent
AROYA Cruises, a unit of Cruise Saudi and Saudi Arabia’s first homegrown cruise line, has moved to strengthen its presence in the Indian market with the appointment of Griffon Cruises as its […]
Cruise Saudi joint venture Aman at Sea celebrates construction milestone for 1st vessel
Aman at Sea, the joint venture between Aman Group and Cruise Saudi, has marked a significant construction milestone for its first vessel, Amangati, following the completion of the yacht’s hull and its […]
AROYA Cruises carries 140,000+ passengers in first year of operations
AROYA Cruises has revealed it carried more than 140,000 passengers during its first year of operations, marking an early milestone for the Saudi-backed cruise line since its maiden voyage in December 2024.
AROYA Cruises marks 1st year, outlines new 2026 Red Sea, Gulf, and themed cruises
Saudi Arabian homegrown cruise line AROYA Cruises, the Arab world’s first domestic cruise brand, has marked one year since its maiden voyage, and outlined plans to expand its cruise offering in 2026.
Second Celestyal ship arrives in Jeddah, reinforcing Saudi cruise expansion
Cruise Saudi has welcomed Celestyal Discovery to Jeddah Islamic Port, marking the ship’s first call in Saudi Arabia and furthering the line’s presence in the Red Sea following Celestyal Journey’s arrival on […]
Celestyal makes Saudi Arabia debut as modified UAE repositioning ends in Jeddah
Celestyal Cruises has marked its first call to Saudi Arabia with a traditional plaque exchange ceremony in Jeddah, signalling the line’s formal entry into the Kingdom’s developing cruise market.
Cape Town and Jeddah emerging as rival bridges between Europe, Middle East and Asia
From Cape Town’s southern arc to Jeddah’s direct Suez Canal transit, cruise lines will soon be choosing between South Africa and Saudi Arabia as Europe-Asia repositioning corridors
Cruise executives urge unified regional strategy to unlock Middle East potential
Cruise industry leaders have called for closer cooperation among Middle Eastern destinations, arguing that the region could support significant expansion if it continues to align policies and invest collectively in its cruise […]
Cruise Saudi to embed heritage into cruise itineraries for greater cultural immersion
Cruise Saudi and Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission have signed an agreement to integrate national heritage more directly into the cruise experience, creating deeper cultural immersion for passengers and positioning the Kingdom as […]
AROYA Cruises announces leadership transition as president Jörg Rudolph steps down
Aroya Cruises has confirmed a change in its senior leadership, announcing that Dr Jörg Rudolph has concluded his tenure as president.
Nicko Cruises follows Celestyal, plans 2026 Red Sea transit via Saudi Arabia
The boutique European cruise line Nicko Cruises has announced changes to the itinerary of its upcoming 2025/26 world cruise aboard Vasco da Gama, citing security concerns in the Red Sea region.
Cruise Arabia Alliance expands as Saudi Arabia and Qatar join regional partnership
The Cruise Arabia Alliance has expanded to include Saudi Arabia and Qatar, marking a significant development in efforts to strengthen cruise tourism and coordination across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Celestyal Cruises to run the Suez Canal with passengers, breaking 2-year cruise absence
Two years after most cruise lines halted passenger sailings through the Suez Canal amid regional instability, Celestyal Cruises is preparing to carry guests through the vital waterway once again, potentially driving a broader resumption […]
Saudi Arabia aims for 2027/28 Red Sea recovery as tensions reshape cruise itineraries
International cruise lines are expected to delay a full return to Saudi Arabia until at least the 2027/28 season, as ongoing geopolitical instability in the Red Sea continues to disrupt deployment plans […]
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