CELESTYAL has made its first-ever visit to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, with the occasion marked by a traditional plaque exchange ceremony with Cruise Saudi. The 1,260-guest Celestyal Journey’s maiden call took place on 29 Nov as the final port on the cruise line’s new seven-night ‘Athens to Jeddah’ voyage, which...
CELESTYAL has made its first-ever visit to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, with the occasion marked by a traditional plaque exchange ceremony with Cruise Saudi.
The 1,260-guest Celestyal Journey’s maiden call took place on 29 Nov as the final port on the cruise line’s new seven-night ‘Athens to Jeddah’ voyage, which set sail on 22 Nov and called at Marmaris, Turkey, and three ports in Egypt – Port Said, Sharm el Sheikh and Safaga – before concluding in Jeddah.
Celestyal reps including Captain Angelos Vassilakos, as well as port officials and senior team members from Cruise Saudi, were at the ceremony.
“We are honoured to celebrate our maiden call in Jeddah alongside our partners at Cruise Saudi, marking the beginning of a long and effective relationship,” said the line’s Chief Commercial Officer, Lee Haslett.
“As the cultural heart of Saudi Arabia and the gateway to its incredible destinations, Jeddah offers huge potential for cruise tourism, and today’s plaque exchange is an exciting step in our collaboration,” she added.
The 1,360-guest Celestyal Discovery will also call into the city this Fri, before joining her fleet mate for her inaugural season in the Arabian Gulf.
Both ships will then continue their passage to Abu Dhabi to kick off Celestyal’s second season in the region. JM
