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Jun 27
24m 35s

Why cruising is the better way to travel...

Moushumi Bhuyan
About this episode

Imagine waking up in a new destination every day without ever having to pack a bag - that’s the beauty of cruising and no one does it quite like Royal Caribbean. In this episode of Travel Stories with Moush, we’re sailing on board the incredible Allure of the Seas - one of the most iconic ships in the world, as we dive into the world of cruise travel with Mohamed Saeed, Managing Director of Royal Caribbean Arabia.

Episode Highlights:

  • Allure of the Seas - The second-largest cruise ship in the world, recently refurbished with a $150M dry dock transformation.
  • Destination focused cruising – Explore ports with overnight stays, allowing immersive local experiences without the hassle of constant packing and moving.
  • The Norwegian Fjords - Sail through misty cliffs, waterfalls and remote villages like Ålesund and Geiranger, capped off with a 360° view of glaciers from the North Star capsule aboard the Quantum class ships.
  • Alaska and The Inside Passage - Experience untamed landscapes, from snowcapped peaks to dog sledding, kayaking and visiting the awe-inspiring Tracy Arm Fjord - a place unreachable by road.
  • Asia Highlights - A cruise that takes you from Japan to Singapore, passing through Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and hidden gems like Ishigaki and Okinawa.
  • Southern Caribbean (Underrated Gem) - An intimate cruise departing from San Juan, Puerto Rico, with stops in Barbados, Aruba, St. Lucia and the Dominican Republic, offering pristine beaches and rich culture with fewer crowds.
  • Antarctica - An extraordinary, spiritual voyage to the edge of the Earth and witness nature in its purest form, accessible only by cruise.
  • The Galápagos Islands - For those looking for rare biodiversity and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters.

Connect with Royal Caribbean at:

https://www.royalcaribbean.ae

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