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Shaping the future of the cruise industry in the gulf

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Connections Cruise Arabia: The Leadership Summit

18 SEPTEMBER 2025 | DUBAI, UAE

Connections Cruise Arabia is the definitive event for the global cruise industry in the Gulf, positioning the region as a prominent hub for both inbound and outbound cruise development.

With the global cruise market forecast to reach over 35 million passengers in 2026 and the Gulf positioned as one of the world’s fastest-growing travel regions, now’s the time to shape the future of cruise.

Join us as we bring together senior leaders in cruise, travel and government to exchange insight, build meaningful partnerships and chart a new course for sustainable growth.

Be part of the movement driving the cruise industry’s next chapter.

Upcoming events

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The Leadership Summit

18 SEPTEMBER 2025 | DUBAI, UAE

A one-day summit gathering 120 senior travel and cruise professionals, featuring expert panels and the exclusive launch of the GCC Travel & Cruise Insight Report.

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Connections Cruise Arabia

24-25 MARCH 2026 | DUBAI, UAE

Welcoming 300 senior travel and cruise industry leaders – including a pre-qualified network of influential buyers – for two days of strategic meetings, thought leadership and collaboration.