The award-winning airline Emirates has teamed up with two world-renowned cruise operators to offer Maltese travellers the opportunity to travel in style and enjoy a unique cruise in the Arabian Gulf – a destination that blends ancient history and tradition with modern day advancement.
Royal Caribbean will be operating cruises with the cruise liner Brilliance of the Sea, and Costa Cruises will be offering cruises on board Costa Luminosa. Both cruises depart from the vibrant city of Dubai and visit several gems dotting the Arabian Gulf including Muscat (Oman), Fujairah (UAE), Abu Dhabi (UAE) and Bahrain.
The 90,000 tonne cruise liner Brilliance of the Sea has been to Malta over the past months and visitors were able to visit this cruise liner in Valletta. Brilliance of the Seas with a capacity of 2501 passengers offers more outside cabins, glass elevators facing the sea, themed bars, restaurants and lounges, a casino, sports and leisure facilities and a day spa, solarium and fitness centre.
Packages for a seven-day cruise on board Brilliance of the Seas start from e1,400 per person for twin sharing. The price includes return flights Malta-Dubai-Malta on board Emirates airline, taxes, multiple visas and the cruise. Children under the age of 18 travel free of charge excluding taxes.
Another cruise option is being offered by Costa Cruises on board Costa Luminosa. The Costa Luminosa is equipped with a number of sports, fitness and wellness facilities including numerous swimming pools and a spa. All rooms are comfortably appointed and travellers are attended to 24/7. Customers can choose from several gourmet options and a number of music shows and entertainment is on offer every evening.
The seven-day cruise on board the Costa Luminosa is currently on offer at the price of e1,199 each for a twin inside stateroom and also includes return flights Malta-Dubai-Malta on board Emirates airline, transfers, daily entertainment, multiple entry visas, airport and port taxes.
Emirates and the cruise liner industry will be at the forefront as the rapidly emerging industry is bolstered further this month when the new Dubai Cruise Terminal becomes fully operational, with a capacity to handle four ships simultaneously.
Emirates shares the same commitment to service excellence as both Costa Cruises and Royal Caribbean and will ensure that their guests begin their dream holiday from Malta in style.
Paul Fleri Soler, Emirates’ Manager for Malta and Cyprus, said: “Emirates is dedicated to the development of Dubai as an international tourism hub. The airline is working with cruise liner operators to give their guests the best start to what for many will be their dream holiday. We are very excited at the long-term benefits that this collaboration can bring to both Emirates and the operators.”
Emirates operate a daily schedule from Malta to Dubai, via Larnaca, Cyprus. From Dubai travellers may connect to one of over 100 destinations across six continents and discover the world in award-winning safety and comfort.
Cruises International are the sole agents for Costa Cruises and can be contacted on 2721 2222 or by visiting www.costamaltatomalta.com Further information about Royal Caribbean cruises, can be obtained from Executive Holidays on 2122 6124 or visit www.executiveholidays.com.mt. Alternatively, one can contact local travel agents.