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A render of Celestyal ships in the Middle East.
A render of Celestyal ships in the Middle East.
Updated April 1, 2025, first published July 10, 2024

When it comes to chasing the sun, no one puts cruise ships in the corner. Just have a look at Celestyal, which is expanding its offerings in the Arabian Gulf. One of its ships, Celestyal Journey, will make its debut in the region later this year to coincide with the northern winter. Following in its footsteps will be the company's brand-new ship, Celestyal Journey, which will arrive in the region in late 2025.

Meanwhile, Oceania Cruises is turning its attention to Polynesia, with two of its vessels - Regatta and Nautica - heading to the region in 2025 with the most expansive season in the South Pacific to date.

Luxury cruise line Silversea is making news, too, with its 2027 world voyage, aptly called the Three Oceans, going on pre-sale. The 149-day journey, visiting 80 ports in 35 countries in five continents, will - no doubt - be an affair to remember. celestyal.com; oceaniacruises.com; silversea.com

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