After operating with the homeports namely Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Indonesia, Resorts World Cruises has announced its expansion into the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.
New Arabian Gulf Homeports For Indian Travelers
1. Dubai, UAE
With the deployment of the Resorts World One cruise ship it marks a 6-month homeport deployment in Dubai, UAE, starting October 18, 2024. This initiative opens up a thrilling cruise adventure for travellers from India, who can now embark from Dubai to explore popular destinations in the region.
➤ Included Itineraries:
- 2 Night Sir Bani Yas Weekend Cruise with departures on Fridays
- 3 Night Oman Cruise to Khasab and Muscat departing on Sundays
- 2 Night Doha Cruise departing on Wednesdays
Indian guests will have the flexible option to combine 2 or all 3 of the itineraries to increase the cruise length to a 4, 5 or 7 Night Cruise.
➤ Main benefits of choosing Dubai as the homeport:
- 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.
- This development will drive increased visitation, enrich the tourism landscape, and contribute towards the city’s economic growth.
2. Doha, UAE
From 24 October, 2024 to 2 November 2024, Indian travellers will have the additional convenience to embark from Doha to enjoy:
- two 2 Night Dubai Cruises (24 and 31 October departures) and
- two 5 Night Dubai–Khasab-Muscat Cruises (26 October & 2 November departures)
Purpose of the Expansion
- Resorts World Cruises envisions a fusion of cultures, where the Indian travelers connect with the vibrant charm of the cities within the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
- It not only symbolizes a bridge between nations but also signifies boundless opportunities for travellers to explore, discover, and create unforgettable memories in the region.
- With easy access and regular flight connectivity from India to Dubai or Doha, Indian travelers will also have more travel and vacation options to explore multiple destinations with a cruise vacation, paving the way for a new and exciting era of Fly-Cruise exploration.
Tourism Benefits from the Expansion
From Abu Dhabi tourism board:
Sir Bani Yas Island, being one of Abu Dhabi’s most beautiful hidden treasures, provides a 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.
From Qatar tourism board:
The stunning new Grand Terminal in the heart of Doha will be a destination and a homeport for the upcoming deployment in the Arabian Gulf.
- The Resorts World One cruise ship will further boost Qatar’s inbound and outbound cruise tourism sector, showcasing the best of Qatari hospitality, culture and our tourist attractions to a new target audience.
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