Celestyal has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Visit Qatar at World Travel Market in London, signifying a three-year commitment to the region.
As part of the deal, Celestyal will promote Qatar as a key destination among cruise line guests and agent partners.
“It’s a privilege to sign this agreement with Visit Qatar and we would like to thank them for all their support in bringing this partnership to life,” Lee Haslett, chief commercial officer at Celestyal, said.
“Qatar is an extraordinary destination and an ideal fit for our guests who are seeking immersive, culturally rich experiences. We look forward to working together with our agent partners to showcase everything this unique region offers”.
Celestyal, Visit Qatar & Qatar Airways to host F1 super famil with celebrity guest
The event coincided with the announcement of Celestyal and Visit Qatar hosting agents on a super famil in the Arabian Gulf. As well as experiencing Celestyal Journey, agent partners will attend the Qatar Grand Prix on December 2. They will also hear from former F1 driver David Coulthard, who won 13 Grands Prix across 15 seasons from 1994 to 2008.
Celestyal’s inaugural Arabian Gulf season sails from November 2024 until March 2025, and will feature in the region for three years. The 1260-guest Celestyal Journey is currently on her way to the region ready to launch the seven-day ‘Desert Days’ itinerary sailing roundtrip from Doha, calling at Bahrain, Dubai, Khasab, Sir Bani Yas Island and Abu Dhabi. Prices start from A$719 per person twin share.
Celestyal Discovery will join her fleet mate in the region at the end of 2025, sailing three-night long weekend ‘Iconic Arabia’ cruises roundtrip from Abu Dhabi, calling at Doha, Khalifa Bin Salman (Bahrain) and Dubai Marina port, and a four-night mid-week ‘Iconic Arabia’ cruise sailing roundtrip from Abu Dhabi, calling at Fujairah, Muscat and Kasab. Prices start from A$449 per person twin share.
