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Celestyal unveils first winter sun western Mediterranean cruises

The season starts with a repositioning cruise from Athens to Barcelona

The Independent UK

Celestyal cancels 2026/27 Arabian Gulf winter cruise season as Iran war continues

Celestyal is boosting is Mediterranean cruise programme

The Independent UK

Can you still book Middle East cruises – and is it safe?

IS IT SAFE MIDDLE EAST CRUISE: Cruise editor Marc Shoffman explores the current state of cruising in the Gulf

The Independent UK

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Five reasons why your cruise could be cancelled or delayed – and how to protect yourself

The Independent UK

Major cruise lines cancel next winter’s sailings amid Iran war

Holiday companies are taking extra precautions with Middle East travel

The Independent UK

Explora Journeys becomes latest cruise line to be impacted by Middle East war

A number of cruise ships have been stranded in the Middle East for the last few weeks due to the ongoing conflict.

Euronews

Behind the scenes as Explora Journeys develops three new luxury cruise ships

The fleet is getting close to completion, giving passengers a greater choice of vessel

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Celestyal cancels all April cruises with ships still stuck in the Middle East

The cruise line is unable to reposition its vessels from the Gulf region, while MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys revise winter 2026-2027 schedules.

Euronews

Celestyal cancels Greek island cruises amid Iran war

Passengers booked onto the Aegean sailings can claim a refund or credit

The Independent UK

Celestyal Arabian Gulf cruise season ends early amid Iran conflict

Sailings in the Middle East have been cancelled since the outbreak of war

The Independent UK

Your rights as Middle East cruises disrupted by US-Iran war

Thousands of passengers remain on their ships in the Gulf

The Independent UK

Celestyal unveils 2026 Arabian Gulf F1 cruises

F1 fans can get a front seat at the Abu Dhabi and Qatar Grand Prix

The Independent UK

Two years after suspending due to Israel-Gaza conflict, cruises are returning to the Suez Canal

Exclusive: ‘Positioning’ cruises from Greece to Saudi Arabia are selling strongly

The Independent UK

Cruise packing tips: The items you do and don’t need in your sailing suitcase

Luggage restrictions are more relaxed on a cruise compared with catching a flight, but it is still not a good idea to not overpack – Marc Shoffman uncovers what you really need on board

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Celestyal Cruises is offering a surprising alternative to the Mediterranean

Celestyal’s chief commercial officer speaks to Marc Shoffman about voyages in the Gulf

The Independent UK

Celestyal unveils Grand Prix cruise featuring F1 legend David Coulthard

The cruise also includes tickets to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

The Independent UK

Celestyal repositioning cruises offer winter sun at 60 per cent discount

You could grab a bargain cruise fare if you can sail outside of the peak winter period

The Independent UK

Celestyal overhauls cruise deals to clear up passenger confusion

The cruise line will introduce a single package from next month, including a digital wallet for drinks

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