Cruise news (Dubai UAE-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Celestyal Cruises expands Arabian Gulf schedule with extra "Desert Days" voyage
Celestyal Cruises has announced the addition of an extra sailing to its inaugural Arabian Gulf season due to the high demand for its itineraries. An...
January 30, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Costa Smeralda completes LNG bunkering in Dubai
Costa Cruises' 2019-built ship Costa Smeralda successfully completed her liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering at Dubai Port. The fueling operation...
January 8, 2025 - Cruise Industry
TUI cancels 3 repositioning cruises via Suez Canal/Red Sea in 2025-Q4
TUI Cruises has announced the cancellation of 3 planned ship relocation voyages through the Suez Canal/Red Sea in 2025-Q4 (RepositionCruises.com...
January 4, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises unveils 2025 forecast: key trends shaping the future of cruising
MSC Cruises recently released its industrial trend forecast for 2025, providing insights into emerging travel preferences shaping the cruise market...
December 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Celestyal Journey ship homeported in Dubai, launching Desert Days itinerary program
Greek-owned cruise line Celestyal marked its inaugural voyage to Dubai with the arrival of its newest vessel, Celestyal Journey. The ship entered...
December 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Saudi Arabia's first domestic cruise ship Aroya arrived at homeport Jeddah
Cruise Saudi, a leading player in the maritime tourism sector, has launched its first cruise vessel, Aroya, at Jeddah Islamic Port, marking a...
December 14, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Costa Smeralda ship offers longer Mediterranean-to-Dubai itineraries in 2024-2025
In November 2024 and March 2025, the Costa Smeralda ship has scheduled two relocation itineraries visiting popular destinations in the Mediterranean...
November 13, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Resorts World One ship launches inaugural cruises from Dubai UAE with new Arabian Gulf itineraries
On Friday, November 1st, Resorts World One commenced her maiden voyage from homeport Dubai UAE, marking a first for Resorts World Cruises/RWC in...
November 2, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Dubai UAE welcomes Resorts World One cruise ship for winter 2024-2025 homeporting season
Officials from the Arabian Gulf welcomed Resorts World Cruises' upcoming deployment in the region during a media event in Dubai UAE. As previously...
September 5, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Resorts World Cruises introduces enhanced Balcony Class experience across fleet
Resorts World Cruises is set to elevate its cruising experience with the launch of its Balcony Class across the ships Genting Dream and Resorts World...
August 28, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Resorts World One ship starts Arabian Gulf cruises from Dubai UAE
A prominent Asian cruise brand is expanding its presence in the UAE and the Arabian Gulf. Resorts World Cruises, headquartered in Singapore, has...
August 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises to feature in upcoming Formula 1 movie starring Brad Pitt
MSC Cruises will feature prominently in the forthcoming Formula 1 film “F1,” starring Brad Pitt and produced by Apple Original Films and...
August 10, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Oceania Cruises unveils 40+ Holiday Voyages for 2024-2026 seasons
Oceania Cruises is presenting 40+ voyages for the upcoming Xmas holidays, offering unique global experiences for winter travelers. Oceania's...
July 28, 2024 - Cruise Industry
VIDEO: Dubai RTA launches world's first 3D-printed electric abra
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has commenced the trial operation of the world's first electric abra, created using 3D printing...
July 16, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Celestyal cancels Mediterranean cruises 2025-2026, repositions Discovery ship to Abu Dhabi UAE
Celestyal Cruises announced the cancellation of 6 scheduled "Three Continents" voyages on Celestyal Discovery ship. Instead, Discovery will be...
June 25, 2024