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AIDAprima and AIDAvita ( CruiseMapper ) were the first cruise ships to dock at the new Dubai Cruise Terminal on March 16, 2021.

The ultra-modern terminal facility in Dubai Harbor, which is located between the islands of “Bluewaters” and “The Palm Jumeirah” in the heart of Dubai, extends over 120,000 square meters. The most popular sights, beautiful beaches and world-famous landmarks of the city such as the 250-meter-high Ain Dubai ferris wheel or the Burj Al Arab are just a stone's throw away. The two international airports are also very easy to reach.

AIDA Cruises is offering seven-day trips to the Orient from Dubai between the end of November 2021 and mid-April 2022. Thanks to a stay of several days, AIDA guests have the opportunity to discover the largest metropolis in the United Arab Emirates on various excursions. Other destinations include Abu Dhabi and the fascinating Muscat in Oman. Pleasant summer temperatures in winter and a moderate flight time of just under six hours are further unbeatable arguments for an oriental cruise.

All AIDA trips up to summer 2022 can be booked in the travel agency, on the Internet at www.aida.de and in the AIDA customer center.

The United Arab Emirates have been one of the destinations of the AIDA fleet since 2006. Together with its local partners, the cruise company has developed the region into one of the most popular cruise destinations for German vacationers in the winter months. In 2018 the Carnival Corporation entered into a strategic partnership with Shamal Holding with the aim of developing Dubai into the most important center for sea tourism in the region. Part of the agreement between the two companies also included the construction of the Dubai Cruise Terminal, the future main hub for the passenger switching and transit activities of the Carnival Corporation in the region, where the first test run with AIDAprima ( CruiseMapper ) and AIDAvita took place.

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Dubai Harbour's new cruise terminals to receive 150,000 visitors this season

Dozens of ships expected to dock at two new facilities at dubai harbour cruise terminal.

A cruise ship berthed at the Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal ahead of the season starting in November. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National

Dubai's new cruise terminals will officially open next week, nearly a year after they were ready for action.

The first passengers will arrive at Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal - which consists of two facilities - on November 25, with more than 30 ships expected to call and 150,000 visitors expected before April 2022.

Its launch was delayed by Covid-19, after concerns over high numbers of cases on board cruise ships led to all trips being cancelled in 2020.

Major operators require all passengers over 12 to be vaccinated, with the final dose of their inoculation administered at least 14 days before sailing.

Dubai Harbour is the first dedicated cruise port in the region, with two reception buildings that can receive two mega-ships at the same time.

The terminal's bespoke Seaport Passenger Boarding Bridges can process more than 3,250 passengers an hour, which means tourists can board quickly and disembark easily for a day trip around Dubai.

The terminals span 15,000 square metres each and are positioned on a 910-metre long pier in the new Dubai Harbour district.

The maritime centre includes the world's largest marina of 700 berths, two restaurants, plus a helipad and space for the world's biggest superyachts.

Amenities at the cruise terminals include duty free shops, cafes, tour operators, complimentary Wi-Fi, currency exchanges and ATMs. The entire area is designed to be accessible for wheelchair users.

Shamal Holding, who own the cruise terminals, said two international cruise lines – Aida Cruises from Germany and Costa Crociere from Italy – will make Dubai Harbour their home port for the winter season.

Most passengers embarking on a cruise from Dubai travel around the Arabian Sea or head further afield along the African coastline or north into southern Europe.

Dubai already has the largest cruise port in the UAE, with two terminals at Mina Rashid with the capacity to fit seven mega-cruise ships at one time.

The city welcomed more than 800,000 people during the 2018-2019 season. This year, 126 liners and more than 500,000 visitors are expected to visit Dubai across all ports.

Before the pandemic , the cruise industry was the fastest growing in the travel sector.

Demand soared by 20.5 per cent in the past five years, taking the industry’s value close to $207 billion (Dh760.2bn) in annual global revenue, with 270 vessels across more than 50 operators, KPMG reported.

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Dubai Harbour welcomes its first cruise ship, AIDAcosma

Today, November 17, Dubai Harbour (Port Rashid, UAE) , the extraordinary seafront district of the port city, welcomed its first cruise ship, AIDAcosma , officially commencing season 2022-2023.

Setting sail from Germany (via Suez Canal ) on her maiden voyage from Barcelona , AIDAcosma is an LNG-powered passenger liner with max passenger capacity 6600.

DHCT Management along with public/private sector stakeholders exchanged plaques with the ship's Captain, a maritime tradition, in order to commemorate the maiden call. Throughout the cruise season, 300,000+ passengers are expected to arrive at the Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal, thus marking extraordinary growth for the industry.

Operated by AIDA Cruises , with a total of 20 passenger decks and 2600 staterooms , AIDAcosma is among the largest ships within the fleet. The vessel hosts a range of exciting features including a Fun Park, kids' pool, water slide, and an outdoor sports deck, as well as 23 lounges and 17 restaurants, serving a variety of cuisines from all around the world. As AIDAcosma's homeport, Dubai Harbour is paving the way for green cruising by becoming the first to host a new LNG-powered cruise ship. 

The diversified investment company Shamal Holding is behind making Dubai Harbour a unique seafront district. The cruise ship terminals, part of the Dubai Harbour development, showcase the skyline to guests and offer an array of amenities for passengers and crew members – from ample seating areas to currency exchange outlets, ATMs, washrooms, cafes, retail outlets, Emirates Airline Check-in facility, Duty-Free, taxi stands, dedicated parking, and much more. The facilities are wheelchair accessible. Complimentary wifi is enabled for vacationers and crew to stay connected.

The infrastructure at Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal comprises 2 terminal buildings that offer a safe and comfortable experience. Designed to process 3,250+ passengers per hour, the highly efficient terminals are located on a pier stretch of 910+ m and can accommodate a complete passenger turnaround of 2 mega ships simultaneously.

AIDAcosma Welcomed In Dubai for Her Maiden Call

• November 21, 2022

AIDA Cruises’ AIDAcosma called at the Dubai Harbor Cruise Terminal for the first time ever on November 17.

According to a press release, the AIDAcosma’s arrival in Dubai was marked by the official plaque exchange attended by official representatives from Dubai Port Authorities, Inchcape Shipping and Dubai Cruise Terminal.

Guests were welcomed for the official ceremony and a tour of the AIDAcosma by Captain Tommy Möller and General Manager Nicolas Goelen.

To kick start its Orient season, a series of events were organized aboard the AIDAcosma over the weekend including a live AIDA light show of the Ain Dubai Ferris wheel, a special Dj Alle Farben show, and oriental dance shows.

From now until mid-April 2023, the AIDAcosma will offer seven-day cruises from Dubai and Abu Dhabi exploring the Orient with calls in Muscat, Oman, Khalifa, Bin Salman, Bahrain, and Sir Bani Yas, United Arab Emirates among other destinations.

The AIDAcosma is currently on its seven-night trip which departed from Abu Dhabi on November 20. The ship returns to Dubai on November 26.

The AIDAcosma, delivered in 2021, can accommodate 5,200 guests and it is the largest ship in the AIDA cruises fleet. Guests aboard the AIDAcosma can enjoy a variety of offerings including the Ocean Deck with panoramic views, an infinity pool, the Fun Park with an indoor playground, and several specialty restaurants offering different delicacies.

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Dubai Harbour welcomes its first cruise passengers from cruise ship AIDAbella

25 Nov, 2021

- Cruise passengers arriving at Dubai Harbour are within easy reach from the city’s world-famous attractions such as Burj Al Arab, Bluewaters Island, and Palm Jumeirah - Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal is close to both of Dubai’s international airports – a gateway to Dubai and international destinations - Dubai Harbour further enhances Dubai’s position as a leading global tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world Dubai Harbour, an extraordinary seafront district, today welcomes the arrival of its first cruise passengers comprising approximately 1,200 passengers and 600 crew members aboard the 252-metre-long Cruise Ship AIDAbella. Operated by AIDA Cruises, the maiden call of the AIDAbella at the Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal marks the start of the cruise season at Dubai Harbour and the official debut of the region’s most modern and largest, standalone dedicated twin cruise terminal centre in the Eastern hemisphere, capable of the simultaneous handling of two of the largest cruise ships currently operating globally. As the owning-company and curator of Dubai Harbour, the diversified investment firm Shamal Holding is the driving force behind making Dubai Harbour an exceptional seafront district. Dubai’s 2021-2022 season, which commenced in October, is expected to welcome 126 ship calls and over 500,000 cruise visitors, contributing further to the momentum of Dubai’s tourism recovery. More than 150,000 passengers are forecast to visit Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal in its first season. Located at the centre of modern Dubai, Dubai Harbour is within easy reach from the city’s key landmarks – including the Burj Al Arab, Ain Dubai, Bluewaters Island, and Palm Jumeirah, giving cruise passengers easy access to some of the world’s most iconic experiences. The cruise terminals, which are part of the incredible Dubai Harbour development, showcase the spectacular and beautiful Dubai harbour skyline to our guests and offer a wide array of amenities and services for passengers and crew – from ample seating areas to washrooms, currency exchange outlets, ATMs, cafes, retail outlets, Duty-Free, dedicated parking, taxi stands and much more. All facilities are wheelchair accessible and complimentary WIFI is enabled for passengers and crew to stay connected. Abdulla Binhabtoor, Chief Portfolio Management Officer, Shamal Holding commented, “Today marks a very special day for us, and we are excited to welcome the first cruise passengers to the Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal. Not only does this mark the beginning of a new era for the cruising industry in the UAE, but it further elevates Dubai Harbour’s position as an extraordinary seafront district in the region.” Referencing its alignment with Dubai Tourism Strategy, Binhabtoor explained that “Along with the launch of Expo 2020 Dubai this year, the opening of the cruise terminal represents a significant milestone in realising Dubai’s destiny to become the most visited city in the world. However, it is not only a fantastic lifestyle leisure destination for cruise passengers from every corner of the world – it is a natural gateway to the many wonders that Dubai has to offer and other international destinations. We look forward to working with partners across the trade and tourism ecosystem to advance and play a leading role in delivering the objectives of Dubai’s Tourism Strategy.” Issam Kazim, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, commented, “Under the visionary leadership and guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, we have successfully navigated our way out of the unprecedented global challenge and have set our sights on leveraging the momentum that is accelerating across sectors including tourism to position Dubai as the world’s most preferred and visited destination. The continued success of our cruise business depends on a number of key factors such as partnerships with more and more leading cruise lines, collaboration with major Dubai entities such as Shamal Holding and the availability of world-class infrastructure and facilities like the Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal. With the new cruise season in full swing, we are proud to be consistently included as a key port of call by the world’s largest and most popular ocean liners, as evidenced by the arrival of AIDAbella and the first passengers to the new Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal, further reinforcing Dubai’s global reputation as the ultimate cruise gateway to the region.” The infrastructure at the Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal comprises two terminal buildings that offer passengers and crew a safe, comfortable, and seamless experience. Designed to process over 3,250 passengers per hour, the highly efficient and modern terminals are located on a pier stretch of over 910 meters and can accommodate a complete passenger turnaround of two mega cruise ships simultaneously. The purpose-built terminals ensure simplified and streamlined immigration and customs screening processes, and the dedicated access routes for passengers and crew, facilitated by Seaport Passenger Boarding Bridges, allow uninterrupted flow between the ship and the terminal. “We are excited and proud to bring AIDAbella, the ninth ship back into service, offering our guests voyages in the Orient in winter 2021/2022 and specifically to Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal located in this wonderful seafront district nestled within the Dubai Harbour development and the Palm Jumeirah and in close proximity to Dubai landmark tourist attractions.  A special highlight of this year’s cruise season is the World EXPO 2020,” said Felix Eichhorn, President of AIDA Cruises. AIDA Cruises is the market leader in the German-speaking cruise market and currently operates one of the most modern fleets in the world with 13 cruise ships, including the first ever LNG propulsion cruise ship built. AIDA Cruises is one out of the nine world leading cruise lines forming part of Carnival Corporation & plc, one of the world’s largest leisure travel companies.

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Dubai Harbour opens the 2022-23 cruise season with the arrival of AIDAcosma

Today Dubai Harbour welcomed its first cruise ship the AIDAcosma from the German cruise line Aida, officially starting its 2022/23 cruise season. AIDAcosma will use Dubai as a homeport departing on 7-night Orinet voyages to Muscat, and Abu Dhabi. AIDAcosma is one of the largest cruise ships within the AIDA fleet and is a first-of-its-kind liquid natural gas (LNG) powered ship with a capacity of over 5,500 guests. 

To mark the opening of the cruise season, DHCT Management along with public and private sector stakeholders will exchange plaques with the Ship Captain, a maritime tradition, to commemorate its maiden call. 

Throughout the season, more than 300,000 cruise passengers are expected to arrive at the Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal, marking accelerating growth for the cruise industry in the country.

“We are excited to return to Dubai Harbour – this time round with the maiden call of our youngest fleet member AIDAcosma. Through AIDAcosma, we are continuing on our path to green cruising and are elated to be collaborating with Dubai Harbour to do so. We are sure our guests will have a great time, as they set sail on a tour of the Orient this winter 2022/2023, specifically at Dubai Harbour with its line-up of entertaining events and activities, alongside the magnificent Dubai skyline,” Alexander Ewig, Senior Vice President Marketing & Sales at AIDA Cruises said:=.

As the owning-company and curator of Dubai Harbour, the diversified investment firm Shamal Holding is the driving force behind making Dubai Harbour an exceptional seafront district. The cruise terminals, which are part of the incredible Dubai Harbour development, showcase the spectacular and beautiful Dubai Harbour skyline to guests and offer a wide array of amenities and services for passengers and crew.

“Today is a very special day for us. This is not only the first time we have an LNG-powered cruise ship making its way to the city, but also a new cruise season that we look forward to with renewed excitement and anticipation. As we get ready to see full fleets get back in service, we believe there is great scope for extraordinary growth in the region. This includes more destinations, enhanced experiences and new types of cruise travellers. After the success of our last cruise season, we have continued to make investments across Dubai Harbour and Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminals and will also be extending our cruise season into the summer months of 2023 for the first time, with ships calling well into the month of June for overnight port stays for passenger turnaround. We look forward to continuing to play our part in welcoming more passengers and ships, as we aim to contribute to the region’s cruise tourism sector.” Abdulla Binhabtoor, Chief Portfolio Management Officer, Shamal Holding, the owner and curator of Dubai Harbour said.

“As Dubai continues to make waves across global tourism, the arrival of the first cruise travellers at Dubai Harbour for the new season will further reinforce Dubai’s position as a leading cruise tourism hub in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai to make our city the world’s most sought-after and visited destination. The continuous efforts of Shamal Holding to enhance Dubai’s cruise tourism sector by developing world-class projects, infrastructure and facilities such as the Dubai Harbour is a testament to the tireless efforts of our valued stakeholders and partners to expand Dubai’s diverse destination proposition. As sustainability and decarbonisation are crucial elements of Dubai’s tourism strategy, we welcome the arrival of eco-friendly cruise ships like the Aida Cosma, further boosting our efforts to become a major sustainable tourism destination. We are also proud to be consistently included as a key port of call by the world’s largest and most popular ocean liners, highlighting Dubai’s global reputation as the ultimate cruise gateway to the region.” H.E. Issam Kazim, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, commented.

The infrastructure at the Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal comprises two terminal buildings that offer passengers and crew a safe, comfortable, and seamless experience. Designed to process over 3,250 passengers per hour, the highly efficient and modern terminals are located on a pier stretch of over 910 meters and can accommodate a complete passenger turnaround of two mega cruise ships simultaneously.

The purpose-built terminals ensure simplified and streamlined immigration, as well as customs screening processes, with the dedicated access routes for passengers and crew, facilitated by Seaport Passenger Boarding Bridges, allowing uninterrupted flow between the ship and the terminal.

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Emirates and AIDA Cruises renew their partnership for a further two seasons

Berlin/Dubai 5 March 2024: Solidifying Dubai’s place as a major maritime tourism hub, Emirates and AIDA Cruises have renewed their partnership for a further two seasons.  

The renewed partnership was signed on the sidelines of the first day of ITB Berlin and is in line with Dubai’s efforts to significant grow its cruise capacity. Dubai continues to attract the biggest players in the industry through offering a seamlessly integrated maritime hub, with state-of-the-art handling facilities supported with unrivalled air connectivity.

Emirates will explore a number of opportunities with AIDA Cruises for joint marketing, operational alignment and strategic planning around flight schedules from across its network, in addition to enhanced transportation solutions between Dubai International Airport and Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal.

The partnership will continue to focus on sharing relevant data and insights to improve service delivery, providing dedicated support teams for cruise passengers, and facilitating a smooth check-in process at Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal. The airline will also dedicate capacity for the next two seasons to ensure continued momentum to meet the demand for cruise packages to Dubai.

The MoU was signed by Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Emirates Airline; and Felix Eichhorn, President of AIDA Cruises.

Adnan Kazim commented on the renewed partnership: “We’re proud of AIDA Cruises’ long-standing commitment to Dubai, when they were one of the first cruise liners to home port in 2006.  We are readying the business for another robust cruise season in Dubai, and through the support of partners like AIDA Cruises anchoring in our home city and hub, we’ll continue to strengthen Dubai’s position as an attractive gateway for winter cruising.”

"The Arabian Gulf is one of our most popular winter destinations due to its moderate flight times, pleasant summer temperatures and many hours of sunshine. Combined with the new state-of-the-art terminals at Dubai Harbour within easy reach of the city's attractions and excellent airport connectivity, our cooperation with Emirates will further enhance the attractiveness of this destination for our guests with tailor-made flight options," said Felix Eichhorn, President of AIDA Cruises .

AIDAprima has been operating to Dubai Harbour since 2021 and can accommodate up to 3,200 passengers. This season, passengers embarking and disembarking from Dubai can look forward to diverse itineraries that include destinations like Muscat, Doha, Sir Bani Yas and Abu Dhabi.

Dubai has been a first mover in joining up the entire travel and tourism ecosystem to facilitate hassle-free entry and visas for cruise passengers, seamless handling at ports which includes access to Emirates check-in desks at Dubai Harbour along with a host of other amenities dotted across the entire air and ground journey. Travellers have the added advantage of disembarking at one of the world’s most iconic tourism destinations, with landmarks and attractions that suit every taste, age and budget.

The 12 Emirates check-in counters in Dubai Harbour allow passengers who are disembarking from their cruise ships to fully check-in up to 4 hours before flight departure with the convenience of exploring Dubai without their luggage before heading directly to the airport and breezing past most formalities before their flight.

Last year, Emirates transported around 400,000 cruise passengers using Dubai cruise terminals. The city welcomed over 166 ships during the last cruise season, making it the region’s biggest port of embarkation and most popular call for cruise liners. The city expects an increase of 23% more cruise passengers for the upcoming season.

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AIDAcosma kicks off Dubai Harbour cruise season a week after TUI from Port Rashid

Dubai’s new seafront district Dubai Harbour has received its first cruise ship of the 2022/23 Arabian Gulf cruise season with the arrival of AIDAcosma.

AIDAcosma is a German mega ship for AIDA Cruises , carrying more than 5,500 passengers, and at 180,000-gross tons is one of the largest cruise ships to homeport in the region.

Although AIDAcosma is the first cruise ship to arrive at Dubai Harbour, she is not the first ship of the season for Dubai, as Mein Schiff 6 of TUI Cruises arrived at Port Rashid last week.

AIDAcosma at sea

Like MSC World Europa, AIDAcosma is homeporting in Dubai for her maiden cruise season, and will sail roundtrip 7-day cruises from the city to ports in the UAE and Oman.

Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal officials marked the occasion with a plaque exchange with the ships captain, a maritime tradition, to commemorate its maiden call.

AIDAcosma will contribute to the more than 300,000 cruise tourists that are expected to visit Dubai through Dubai Harbour during the current cruise season, making up a significant portion of the more than 800,000 expected in the city as a whole.

AIDAcosma features a range of exciting experiences and amenities including a Fun Park, children’s pool, water slide, an outdoor sports deck, and 17 restaurants and 23 lounges, serving a wide variety of cuisines from around the world.

“We are excited to return to Dubai Harbour – this time round with the maiden call of our youngest fleet member AIDAcosma,” said Alexander Ewig, Senior Vice President Marketing & Sales at AIDA Cruises.

“Through AIDAcosma, we are continuing on our path to green cruising and are elated to be collaborating with Dubai Harbour to do so,” he added. “We are sure our guests will have a great time, as they set sail on a tour of the region this winter 2022/2023, specifically at Dubai Harbour with its line-up of entertaining events and activities, alongside the magnificent Dubai skyline.”

The cruise terminals, which are part of the Dubai Harbour development, showcase the Dubai JBR skyline to guests and offer a wide array of amenities and services for passengers and crew – from ample seating areas to washrooms, currency exchange outlets, ATMs, Emirates Airline Check-in facility, cafes, retail outlets, Duty-Free, dedicated parking, taxi stands and more.

All facilities are wheelchair accessible and complimentary WIFI is enabled for passengers and crew to stay connected.

AIDAcosma arrives at Dubai Harbour

The wider Dubai Harbour is home to a wide range of upscale living, retail and hospitality experiences that combine to form a vibrant maritime lifestyle offering. The area is also within easy reach of the city’s key landmarks – including the Burj Al Arab, Ain Dubai, Bluewaters Island, and Palm Jumeirah.

As part of the Carnival Corporation group, AIDA Cruises has exclusively access to Dubai Harbour alongside Costa Cruises. The Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal was built in partnership by Shamal Holdings and Carnival Corporation to be the cruise company’s regional base of operations.

The Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal comprises two terminal buildings that offer passengers and crew a safe, comfortable, and seamless experience.

Designed to process over 3,250 passengers per hour, the highly efficient and modern terminals are located on a 910-metre pier, and can accommodate two mega cruise ships simultaneously.

All other cruise lines visiting Dubai and cruising from the city continue to use Port Rashid, which is home to the Dubai Cruise Terminal, one of the largest cruise infrastructure projects in the world.

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