Abu Dhabi has been crowned the “World’s Best Cruise Destination” at the prestigious World Cruise Awards, beating out other top destinations such as Mauritius, Mexico, Jamaica, Alaska, and the Philippines.

This marks a significant milestone in the emirate’s efforts to become a global hub for cruise tourism.

Abu Dhabi has made a splash in the world of cruising, taking home four prestigious accolades at the 2023 World Cruise Awards

The emirate was crowned the World’s Best Cruise Destination and Middle East’s Best Cruise Destination, while the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal at Zayed Port, operated by AD Ports Group, was named both the World’s Best Cruise Terminal and Middle East’s Best Cruise Terminal.

Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal

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The Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal at Zayed Port has also been recognized for its excellence, receiving the awards for “World’s Best Cruise Terminal” and “Middle East’s Best Cruise Terminal”. The terminal has witnessed remarkable growth, welcoming over 600,000 visitors to Abu Dhabi in 2023 alone.

New and Unique Experiences

Abu Dhabi is committed to offering new and unique experiences for cruise passengers, such as the collaboration between MSC Cruises and Formula 1. This collaboration will bring the region’s first F1 Cruise concept to the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal at Zayed Port during the Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Luxury Cruises and Mega Ships

The 2023-24 cruise season will see a record number of luxury cruises and mega ships visiting Abu Dhabi, including those from MSC Cruises, Costa Cruises, Silversea, and Celebrity Cruises. These ships will make use of the exclusive offerings of Al Dhafra Region’s Sir Bani Yas Cruise Beach.

Abu Dhabi is a must-visit destination for cruise passengers, offering world-class facilities, Emirati hospitality, and a variety of new and unique experiences. With the growth of the cruise industry, Abu Dhabi is set to become an even more popular destination in the years to come.