Dubai Is A Must-Visit Destination For Global Cruise Tourism & Here’s Why!

by Shrestha Purkayastha
Dubai Is A Must-Visit Destination For Global Cruise Tourism & Here’s Why!

The forthcoming 2021/22 cruise season is predicted to bring 126 ship calls and over 500,000 cruise tourists to Dubai. The General Department of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA-Dubaiinitiatives )’s are expected to boost the city’s tourism industry while also attracting more visitors by providing distinctive services. With increasing numbers, the goal is to attract more tourists by providing distinctive services to the general population. Also, to develop the tourism sector in Dubai and the country, through marketing and collaboration with relevant institutions such as DP World and the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM).

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Dubai’s Sea Borders Are One Of The World’s Most Popular Winter Cruise Destinations

The expansion of the department’s services at Dubai seaports has elevated the sea boundaries to one of the world’s most popular winter cruise destinations. Cruise travel in the UAE and Dubai has been continuously rising, with over 500,000 cruise visitors visiting Dubai last year. In 2014, Dubai welcomed more than 500,000 cruise guests, with the number likely to rise to 600,000 this year as additional ships enter UAE waters. More than half a million cruise travellers visit Dubai each year during the tourist season, which runs from October to July.

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The Majority Of Shipping Tourism Companies Prefer To Use Dubai’s Seaports

Colonel Hussain Ebrahim, Assistant Director-General for Sea and Land Ports at the GDRFA-Dubai, explained that Dubai has six seaports: Jebel Ali, Port Rashid, Al Shindagha, Al Hamriya, the Dry Dock Port, and the Creek. The GDRFA provides a variety of services in these ports, including ship and sailor registration, tourist permits, and more. Most shipping and tourist firms like to come through Dubai seaports since Dubai airport offers flights all over the world and all Dubai airports offer distinct services.

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During The Winter Season The Number Of Cruise Ships Increased To Up To Four Each Day

Tourists on cruises from all over the world frequently use Dubai airport to return to their respective countries. In fact, 75% of tourists landing at Dubai’s seaports return to their home nation via Dubai airport. Aside from cruise passengers, the GDRFA staff also works with the ships’ crews, which range from 1,500 to 2,000 people per ship. On average, each cruise ship has roughly 600 passengers. Because the number of cruise ships has expanded to up to four per day during the season, the number of cruise tourists is likely to increase next year. The majority of cruise ships arrive from Europe and dock here to load and unload passengers and tourists.

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Cruise Passengers Were Granted Multiple-Entry Visas Under A New UAE Rule

Before the ship arrives, all identities and documents are meticulously checked, allowing tourists to pass quickly. Without having to stop or go through any formalities inside the port. In addition, the new UAE law allowing cruise passengers to enter the country many times has boosted the industry this season. The legislation, which went into force last year, allows cruise passengers to obtain a Dh200 multiple-entry visa for all UAE ports on their route. Tourists can enter the UAE by any of the country’s airports, cruise out of its ports, and return on the same visa.