Qatar Tourism marks start of cruise season with arrival of MSC Euribia

Doha: Qatar Tourism and Mwani Qatar marked the launch of the 2025/2026 cruise season with the arrival of the luxury cruise ship MSC Euribia at the Cru...

Doha: Qatar Tourism and Mwani Qatar marked the launch of the 2025/2026 cruise season with the arrival of the luxury cruise ship MSC Euribia at the Cruise Terminal allocated at Old Doha Port.

Running from November 2025 until May 2026, this season is expecting to welcome 72 cruise calls, including 40 partial turnaround calls, 15 turnaround calls, and three maiden calls to Qatar.

Throughout the season, several well-known cruise ships will dock at the Cruise Terminal operated by Mwani Qatar, such as MS Seven Seas Navigator, Celestyal Discovery, and Aroya Cruises, which is visiting Doha Port for the first time, reflecting Qatar’s growing status as a leading global cruise tourism destination.

On this occasion, Chief of Tourism Development at Qatar Tourism Omar Abdulrahman Al Jaber stated, “Qatar has solidified its position as a key hub for cruise tourism in the region, with the cruise sector becoming an integral part of Qatar’s tourism strategy. The growth of the cruise industry is the result of a comprehensive strategic vision led by Qatar Tourism in close collaboration with our partners at Mwani Qatar and our stakeholders. We remain committed to delivering an exceptional experience that embodies Qatar’s authentic hospitality and upholds the highest international standards.”

Cruise Terminal Manager at Mwani Qatar, Abdulrahman Saad Al-Baker said, “The successful launch of the 2025/2026 cruise season highlights the sustained growth and continued success of Qatar’s cruise industry. It underscores the full operational readiness of “The Terminal”, managed by Mwani Qatar and its unwavering commitment to delivering world-class services that meet the highest international standards.”