Regional partnership expands at World Travel Market in London as member states push for collaboration and stronger global positioning
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EXCLUSIVE: Global cruise lines steering clear of Saudi ports until late 2027 amid Red Sea tensions – Cruise Saudi CEO
Despite a slowdown in foreign cruise calls, domestic demand remains strong and Cruise Saudi is already in talks with global operators for the 2027–28 season, CEO Lars Clasen says
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Saudi Arabia’s first cruise line AROYA expands into Mediterranean after debuting in Red Sea
Saudi Arabia’s first cruise ship AROYA has expanded into the Mediterranean less than a year after launch, boosting the Kingdom’s global tourism ambitions
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Saudi Arabia launches first national cruise ship framework to boost Red Sea tourism and marine sustainability
Saudi Arabia introduces national cruise ship framework to boost Red Sea tourism
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EXCLUSIVE: AROYA Cruises hosts over 92,000 passengers in first 4 months of operations
The cruise line has attracted a diverse passenger mix, with significant numbers from GCC countries as well as unexpected interest from Russian and Uzbekistani tourists
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Cruise giant Celestyal inks three-year tourism deal with Abu Dhabi
Celestyal is set to return to the region with two ships in December this year
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Celestyal launches new cruises for its winter Sun season in the Arabian Gulf
The itineraries mark the cruise line’s return to Egypt after a two-year break
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Dubai Customs handles over 1.23m bags on 187 cruise ships so far this year
Dubai Customs announces passenger statistics for cruise ship passengers in first 11 months of the year
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AROYA Cruise sets sail ahead of first Saudi voyage on December 16
AROYA Cruise will take first Saudi Cruise voyage from December 16
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PIF-backed Saudi cruise business AROYA announces Khuzama Experience with 150 VIP suites, 1,678 cabins, 29 restaurants and world’s largest on-ship shop
Massive Saudi cruise ship will feature the world’s largest retail area on a cruise ship and more than 1,800 cabins and suites
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UAE residents plan Eid Al Adha holidays; Emaar announces $15bn community; Dubai real estate records – 10 things you missed this week
UAE Eid holiday plans, Dubai real estate analysis, school fee discounts, cruising, cycling and metro transport updates and more of the top stories this week
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China announces 15-day visa-free entry for cruise tourists
China has announced it will allow visa-free entry for tourists on board cruise ships
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Resorts World Cruises announces Dubai to Doha and Muscat cruises; 150,000 passengers expected
Dubai will be base for new Arabian Gulf cruise trips for Resorts World One
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Cruise Saudi launches AROYA bookings ahead of December 2024 Red Sea journeys
Cruise Saudi is now taking bookings for holidays on the 335m AROYA Cruises floating resort
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Saudi Arabia’s AROYA Cruises unveils massive 335m ship with 1,682 cabins ahead of 2024 launch
Cruise Saudi unveils AROYA ship ahead of 2024 launch
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal welcomes first ocean liner of 2023-2024 season
As many as 126 cruise ships will make a call in Abu Dhabi, starting November 1, promising significant growth for the terminal
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Cruise tourism: Setting sail for a new era of travel
Today’s luxury cruise segment epitomises a paradigm shift reflecting several emerging trends
