Celestyal Cruises Announces Expanded Arabian Gulf Operations with Dual-Ship Deployment for Winter 2025–2026

Celestyal Cruises has announced a significant expansion in the Arabian Gulf by entering into a strategic partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and AD Ports Group. This collaboration will see the deployment of two ships, the Celestyal Journey and the Celestyal Discovery, for the winter season of 2025-2026.

The Celestyal Journey is set to resume its 7-night “Desert Days” itinerary, which includes stops in Bahrain, Dubai, Khasab, Sir Bani Yas Island, and Abu Dhabi, starting December 6, 2025. In contrast, the Celestyal Discovery will introduce shorter 3- and 4-night “Iconic Arabia” cruises from Abu Dhabi, visiting destinations like Doha, Fujairah, Muscat, and Khasab. Travelers opting for the shorter cruises will have the opportunity to combine them into a comprehensive seven-night “Gulf Icons” voyage.

This strategic move emphasizes Celestyal’s intent to strengthen its presence in the Middle Eastern cruise market, offering a wide array of itineraries to meet diverse traveler preferences.

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