The ship will make its inaugural sailing on 16 December.
Saudi Arabia has been making waves in the tourism world with AROYA Cruises, the first-ever Arab cruise line brought to you by Cruise Saudi. This adventure ride, fueled by the Public Investment Fund, is all about giving Saudi locals, expats and tourists an out-of-this-world experience – exploring the wonders of Saudi Arabia, right from the sea. And the inaugural trip is set to begin soon.
Guests can now book a cruise trip across the Red Sea and hop on the ship as it gets up to set sail on 16 December. Currently, the trips set sail from Jeddah and back to the city; however, there are plans to make stops gradually in Egypt, Jordan, and the AROYA Cruises’ private islands.
Tickets for the three-day cruise trip are priced at SAR 1,672 per person, but the third and fourth guests travel for free – which means it’s a perfect getaway for friends and family.
The AROYA Cruise is a 335-meter floating resort that promises an unforgettable journey across the Red Sea. It features 1,678 cabins offering breathtaking views of the ocean. Suites and villas are also available on the cruise if you’d like to amp up your already luxurious journey.
Spread across 18 decks, the ship boasts 20 entertainment venues including a 1018-seat theater and an expansive kids zone, with a splash area and five thrilling water slides. Shopaholics will feel right at home in the souq area and hop on over to the wellness area for some downtime. Exclusive spaces for women can also be found on the ship. Additionally, there are mini golf fields, karaoke rooms, climbing walls and much more.
On the culinary front, AROYA Cruises will feature 29 restaurants. These include Irth which is the first Saudi Arabian restaurant at sea, La Tavola serving hearty Italian classics, The Fish Market showcasing the freshest seafood, Bamboo Kitchen with live teppanyaki stations, Space Diner bringing American favorites with a futuristic vibe and Khuzama Restaurant and Lounge, offering Saudi-French fusion dishes. Al Matal Lounge serves a variety of teas from around the world along with shisha, and sports fans will enjoy the Legends Sports Lounge, which streams live matches and serves quick bites as well as shisha.
The name AROYA – it’s a mash-up of Arabian and roya, which means vision or dream. The name captures the vibe of the brand-new cruise line, which is all about spoiling you with top-notch facilities and an epic shoreline excursion program.
The launch of AROYA Cruises aligns perfectly with Cruise Saudi’s master plan, which aims to welcome 1.3 million cruise passengers every single year by the time 2035 rolls around. This project will also create some serious job opportunities in the region – we’re talking 50,000 jobs in the tourism sector.
AROYA Cruises is part of Saudi Arabia’s master plan to diversify its offerings and make a splash on the global tourism stage by the end of this decade. So, pack your bags, grab your sea legs and get ready to sail away on a one-of-a-kind adventure to see the Kingdom from a different lens. Bon voyage.
GO: Visit www.aroyacruises.com for more information.
