Connections Cruise Arabia

SEPTEMBER 2026

DUBAI

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

About the event

Bringing together 300 senior cruise leaders, suppliers and travel agents for two days of pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings, expert insights, panel discussions and high-level networking. Connecting the global cruise industry with the Gulf’s key decision-makers.

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The ultimate Cruise Hub

1.3

million+

Cruise passengers visiting Gulf ports annually

$1

billion+

Investment in Gulf cruise and tourism infrastructure

35

million+

Global cruise passengers forecast by 2026

$45

billion+

Value of the global cruise industry by 2029

Be part of the region’s growing cruise success story

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Forge powerful connections

Meet senior decision-makers from cruise lines, ports, tourism boards, DMCs, tour operators and key suppliers.

Exclusive B2B engagement

Cruise Lines and hand-selected buyers will participate in pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings, driving high-value business discussions and strategic partnerships.

Discover new opportunities

Explore inbound and outbound cruise potential across the Gulf's emerging and established markets.

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Gain cutting-edge insights

Hear from leading experts on the trends, challenges and innovations shaping the future of cruise globally and in the Gulf.

Showcase your brand

Position your organisation at the forefront of regional cruise development and connect with high-value partners and stakeholders.

Drive meaningful growth

Collaborate on the issues that matter most – from infrastructure and investment to sustainability, safety and customer experience.

Need to know

    • Cruise Lines

    • Tourism Boards

    • Ports & Terminals

    • DMCs & Tour Operators

    • Suppliers to the Cruise Industry

    • Pre-qualified Regional Buyers & Travel Agencies

  • Apply here as an exhibitor or buyer.

  • Hand-picked regional and international travel agencies, travel designers and tour operators with a focus on cruise.

  • Two days of curated one-to-one meetings, keynote panels, expert sessions, and networking events designed to foster growth and collaboration in the Gulf’s cruise sector.

  • September 2026 – Location to be announced

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Join the future of cruise

Exhibitor

Exclusively for senior travel professionals looking to grow their cruise knowledge, build new partnerships, and stay ahead in the industry. Spaces are limited.

Buyer

For travel agents looking to build partnerships with leading cruise lines through curated one-to-one meetings, and discover new cruise products and destinations.

Visitor

For travel professionals looking to network with the finest cruise leaders, learn from exciting panels and explore the show floor, without one-to-one meetings.

Press & Media

For cruise and travel trade press looking to grow their cruise knowledge, create engaging content, build new partnerships and stay ahead in the industry.