Cruise
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The MSC
Euribia, one of the most advanced vessels in the MSC
Cruises fleet, is charting a bold new course this season, bypassing the
troubled Red Sea and instead tracing Africa’s coastline en route to the
Arabian Gulf. This strategic rerouting, prompted by ongoing security
concerns in the Red Sea, is not only a testame… read more
Durban
is poised to take center stage in Southern Africa’s tourism sector as
the city launches its Sizzling Summer
Campaign and welcomes the eagerly anticipated 2025/26
cruise season. With projections indicating
an influx of around 1.3 million visitors
over the coming months, Durban … read more
The
arrival of the Mein Schiff 4 cruise liner
at the Port of Port Elizabeth has signaled a
new era for cruise tourism in the Eastern Cape, with forecasts pointing
to an economic windfall of around R120
million for the local community. This event not only
highlights the increasing sig… read more
Egypt is fast reestablishing
itself as a premier cruise destination, with Alexandria
Port experiencing a surge in high-profile ship calls this
autumn. After nearly a decade of gradual recovery, confidence is
returning to the country’s Mediterranean and Red Sea cruise sectors,
creating fresh opportunities for Africa’s t… read more
AIDA Cruises has unveiled its
ambitious 2027/28 winter programme,
featuring over 300 cruises to a diverse array of destinations, including
a much-anticipated return to South Africa
after several years’ absence. The German cruise line’s latest deployment
will see ten ships operating itineraries ranging … read more
The
2025/26 cruise season in Cape Town is
shaping up to be one of the most dynamic yet, with 72 ship
calls already confirmed and expectations for this number
to rise as the season unfolds. This surge, highlighted by Wesgro,
underscores the city’s growing reputation as a premier destination for
both m… read more
The
spotlight is once again on the Nile River
as Travelmarvel, a division of the APT
Travel Group, unveils plans to introduce the Travelmarvel
Sirius. This brand-new river ship is set to commence
operations in September 2026, marking an exciting return to one of the
world’s most icon… read more
The
world of luxury and expedition cruising is set for a fresh wave of
excitement as Hapag-Lloyd Cruises reveals
its comprehensive 2028 programme, featuring
127 journeys spanning all seven
continents. Among the headline news for Africa’s travel
sector is the return of Hapag-Lloyd’s r… read more
The cruise
tourism sector in Dubai is experiencing a remarkable
transformation, with Emirates Airline at
the forefront of this evolution. The airline recently revealed that it
transported 180,000 cruise passengers into Dubai last
year, a figure that underscores the city’s growing
sta… read more
The Cape Town
cruise sector is gearing up for what is anticipated to
be its most dynamic and prosperous season yet in 2025/26, with larger
vessels, an expanded range of itineraries, and rising interest from
South African holidaymakers. Once known primarily as a picturesque
stopover for repositioning voyages, Cape Town … read more
MSC Euribia’s African Detour Signals New Era for Middle East Cruises and Regional Port Collaboration
Durban Gears Up for Record Visitor Surge with Cruise Arrivals and Sizzling Summer Campaign
Port Elizabeth’s Busiest Cruise Season Set to Spark R120 Million Economic Boost
Alexandria Port Sees Cruise Revival as Egypt Reclaims Place on Mediterranean and Red Sea Circuits
AIDA Cruises Returns to South Africa for 2027/28 with Expanded Itineraries and Early Booking Perks
Emirates Drives Dubai’s Rise as a Premier Fly-Cruise Hub with Strategic Investments
