By
Laura Hyde |
Resorts World One embarked on its maiden voyage from its new homeport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on 1 November 2024, marking the first time Resorts World Cruises (RWC) has sailed from the port.
The 1,800-passenger ship will offer two- and three-night itineraries to Gulf destinations three times per week, sailing from the Port Rashid Cruise Terminal 2. The two-night ‘Sir Bani Yas Weekend Cruise’ will depart on Fridays, while the two-night ‘Doha (Qatar) Cruise’ will sail on Wednesdays and the three-night ‘Muscat-Khasab (Oman) Cruise’ will leave on Sundays. Guests have the option to combine itineraries for a longer cruise.
RWC held a celebratory event to mark the occasion. It was attended by almost 600 invitees, including Michael Goh, president of RWC, as well as regional dignitaries, authorities, members of the press and key influencers. The event also included a series of special memento presentations and the chance to experience the onboard LIVE performances, as well as a guided ship tour of the ship.
“We have been counting down the days and we are delighted that the Resorts World One has arrived in Dubai and is ready to sail,” said Goh. “We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the local and regional governments, authorities, travel business partners, media and our guests for the support. We are looking forward to bringing unique experiences to the Gulf region and we are excited to launch our first cruise with a special onboard Diwali celebration for the entire week.”
From left, Naresh Rawal and Michael Goh of Resorts World Cruises (RWC), Hamza Mustafa of DPWorld, Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay of RWC, Saud Hareb Almheiri from Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, and Colin Au of RWC
“This significant development underscores Dubai’s ongoing growth as a premier cruise destination, attracting world-class operators and providing exceptional experiences for global travellers seeking to explore the region,” said Saud Hareb Almheiri, cruise tourism and yachting lead at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. “As we embark on an exciting new season, we would like to extend our gratitude to our partners and stakeholders, whose unwavering support has made this possible. Together, we look forward to further reinforcing Dubai’s position as the cruise hub of the region.”
RWC showcased a series of performances at the celebration event