New island will feature direct ship docking capabilities, “more permanent facilities” and comprehensive development to enhance cruise options for northern Red Sea routes by 2027
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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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Emirates, Costa Cruises extend partnership to 2027, boosting Dubai as global cruise hub
The two will explore opportunities to expand their partnership beyond Dubai to regions in the Costa Cruises network like Central and South America, the Far East and Southeast Asia
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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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Cruise Saudi to launch first Arabian-focused luxury ship AROYA on Dec. 16, CEO reveals
The vessel, which is only five years old, was originally built for the Chinese market but has undergone a comprehensive refurbishment under Cruise Saudi’s direction, CEO Lars Clasen said
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Ultra-luxury AMAN cruise ship on track for Red Sea launch in Q2 2027
The 100-guest cruise ship will complement other luxury developments in the kingdom, including the recently launched Sindalah Island, says Cruise Saudi CEO Lars Clasen
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EXCLUSIVE: Cruise Saudi expanding to 10 destinations along Red Sea coast, 3 new ports underway
Operational ports like Jeddah, Yanbu, and Dammam are complemented by new developments, including AlWajh as a gateway to AlUla and private islands for cruise passengers
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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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AD Ports Group to develop and operate cruise terminals in Egyptian Red Sea Ports
The contract will commit AD Ports Group to develop yacht and cruise ship tourism in Egypt
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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
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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
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Cruise Saudi announces luxury AROYA ship refurbishment
Cruise Saudi appoints MJM Marine and DE Wave to refurbish 98% of passenger facilities on AROYA ships
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Saudi Arabia announces AROYA Cruises, targets 50,000 jobs
PIF-owned Cruise Saudi announces new brand as it looks to attract 1.3m cruise visitors