Dubai will be the base for Resorts World One as it commences a season of cruises between the UAE, Oman and Qatar.
Resorts World Cruises has announced it will expand its footprint to the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman with the Resorts World One for a 6-month homeport deployment in Dubai.
Starting from October 18, 2024, the Resorts World One will homeport and depart from Dubai to offer:
- A two-night Sir Bani Yas weekend cruise with departures on Fridays
- A three-night Oman cruise to Khasab and Muscat departing on Sundays
- A two-night Doha cruise departing on Wednesdays
Dubai cruise sector
Guests will have the flexible option to combine two or all three of the itineraries to increase the cruise length to a four, five or seven-night cruise.
Resorts World One will also add Doha as a homeport during the Qatar school holidays from October 24 to November 2, 2024.
During this period, vacationers will have the additional convenience to embark from Doha to enjoy two-night Dubai cruises (October 24 and 31 departures) and five-night Dubai–Khasab-Muscat cruises (October 26 and November 2 departures).
Michael Goh, President of Resorts World Cruises, said: “We are excited to introduce the Resorts World Cruises brand to the Arabian Gulf with the Resorts World One cruise ship.
“As an international cruise line that is homegrown in Asia, we have decades of valuable experience in the cruise and hospitality sector, especially in catering to the needs of different ethnic and religious markets.
“Both cities Dubai and Doha are key international gateways to the Middle East and with the support of the respective local governments, authorities and travel partners, we look forward to further developing cruises to the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman”.
Resorts World Cruises operates cruises with homeports in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Indonesia. Resorts World One is expected to make 75 calls in the region with 150,000 passengers over the six-month period, which will significantly contribute to the growth of cruise tourism in the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.
Resorts World One will attract a new segment of cruise passengers from Asia, increasing diversity to the Arabian Gulf cruise market.
Saud Hareb Almheiri, Cruise Tourism and Yachting Lead, Dubai Department of Economy, and Tourism (DET), said: “Under the guidance of our visionary leadership, Dubai continues to further consolidate its status as a leading global city for business and leisure, aligned with the goals of our Dubai Economic Agenda, D33.
“In choosing Dubai as their ship’s homeport and debut destination in the Middle East, Resorts World Cruises has further highlighted Dubai’s position as the cruise capital of the region.
“With its strategic location, diverse destination proposition, world-class infrastructure, ease of access, and superior air connectivity, Dubai has become a significant part of the itineraries of international cruise lines, and this development will drive increased visitation, enrich the tourism landscape and contribute towards the city’s economic growth.”
Abdullah Yousuf, Director of International Operations at DCT Abu Dhabi said: “Sir Bani Yas Island is one of Abu Dhabi’s most beautiful hidden treasures, providing total immersion in nature and wildlife, and a serene stopover for cruise travellers.
“With the addition of family-friendly adventure activities, the island offers the chance to have varied, memorable experiences that will thrill every type of visitor. We look forward to welcoming travellers to the island, inspiring them to return and explore the full array of wonders that Abu Dhabi and its cruise routes have to offer.”
Resorts World One will operate from the Hamdan bin Mohammed Cruise Terminal at Mina Rashid.
Muslim cruise passengers will be an important market segment and in order to cater for them, the Resorts World One will receive the official OIC/SMIIC standard halal-friendly cruise ship certification, providing regional Muslim travellers with the convenience and access to certified Halal-friendly offerings onboard the ship.
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