Cruise news (Khasab Oman-tagged)
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Aroya Cruises ends inaugural Arabian Gulf season ahead of schedule
Aroya Cruises has announced the early conclusion of its inaugural winter season in the Arabian Gulf, confirming that the remaining voyages scheduled...
March 9, 2026 - Cruise Industry
137,000+ cruise ship tourists visited Oman in 2025
Oman’s ports have seen a notable increase in cruise ship visitors, with 137,330 tourists arriving in 2025, according to the Ministry of...
February 28, 2026 - Cruise Industry
AROYA Cruises’ first Arabian Gulf season set to sail
Cruise Saudi's travel brand AROYA Cruises has finalized plans for its inaugural Arabian Gulf season, slated to sail from February 21st through...
February 6, 2026 - Cruise Industry
Celestyal Cruises closed Mediterranean season, starts Arabian Gulf two-ship deployment
Celestyal has closed its strongest Mediterranean and Adriatic season to date, reporting a 4% rise in passenger numbers and a 10% increase in revenue...
December 4, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Celestyal Discovery to enhance Iconic Arabia itineraries with expanded shore excursions
Celestyal (Greece) has expanded the shore excursion program for its new "Iconic Arabia" itineraries, which will commence in December 2025 aboard the...
November 21, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Celestyal Cruises deploys two ships in the Red Sea/Persian Gulf (winter 2025-2026)
Celestyal has reaffirmed its commitment to the Persian/Arabian Gulf by dispatching both Celestyal Journey (1,260 guests) and Celestyal Discovery (1...
September 25, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Celestyal Cruises expands Arabian Gulf voyages with dual-ship deployment for winter 2025–2026
Celestyal Cruises has formalized a strategic partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and AD Ports...
April 20, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Celestyal Cruises changes Arabian Gulf itineraries for 2025-2026 season
Celestyal Cruises has announced updates to its 2025-2026 Arabian Gulf itineraries, introducing additional ports of call and itinerary refinements...
March 4, 2025 - 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
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 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
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 - Cruise Industry
Resorts World Cruises expands to Arabian Gulf homeporting in Dubai UAE
Resorts World Cruises has announced its strategic expansion into the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, with the deployment of Resorts World One ship for...
May 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Celestyal introduces Arabian Gulf cruises aligned with 2024 Grand Prix races
Celestyal Cruises has unveiled 3 new Arabian Gulf itineraries timed to coincide with the 2024 Grand Prix races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi. These cruises...
March 16, 2024