In travel news for September 1, 2023 we talk about MSC Cruises expanding their Middle East itineraries.
Travelers eyeing winter escapades on the high seas should keep an eye on MSC Cruises. The cruise line recently announced it is broadening its Middle East itineraries for the winter season of 2023 and 2024. For those wanting to discover the Arabian Gulf and other nearby regions, this is an opportunity not to miss.
The MSC Virtuosa will treat its passengers to 17 fresh seven-night voyages starting from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. These trips will include a circuit from Dubai to Doha in Qatar, to the new port call of Manama in Bahrain, then to both Abu Dhabi and Sir Bani Yas Island in the United Arab Emirates, and circling back to Dubai.
Following its successful run in the 2022 2023 season, the MSC Opera is set to return to the Arabian Gulf for 22 separate seven-night journeys. The starting point will be Dubai, and the ship will sail to Abu Dhabi, Sir Bani Yas Island, and then to either Khasab in Oman or Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates. The ship will also visit the Omani capital of Muscat before returning to Dubai.
MSC Orchestra is introducing a novel Egyptian route for winter 2023 and 2024. Starting from Safaga, Egypt, the ship will make 20 seven-night trips. Stops will include Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, Aqaba for Petra in Jordan, a new port at Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, and Sokhna Port for Cairo in Egypt. It then circles back to Safaga for Luxor.
Further strengthening its position as the region’s top Cruise line, MSC Cruises is also expanding its ‘Fly&Cruise’ program. The company aims to add a total of 80,000 return air seats for the season. This includes more than 60,000 seats from Europe, South America, and Canada to offer travelers more options for winter sunshine.
These winter 2023 2024 itineraries from MSC Cruises offer travelers a variety of new ports and destinations to explore. It is recommended for travelers to book early and take advantage of the broader options now available. The expanded Fly&Cruise program also makes it easier for travelers to plan a winter getaway in the Arabian Gulf.
