Celestyal has released images of Discovery’s newly renovated cabins as it undergoes its second major winter refit in Athens. The 1360-guest ship is back in service to kick off the Celestyal line’s Mediterranean season. Discovery will head to the Arabian Gulf in December for her maiden voyage in the region.

The upgrades include 50 new cabins, including 30 Junior Dream Suites, which increase the ship’s premium capacity by more than 15,5 per cent, and two Grand Horizon Suites with 47m² balconies on the bridge. An additional 15 interior Cosmos Cabins have also been added, increasing total capacity by 7,4 per cent.

First Ship Fueled with Marine Biofuels

The new cabins feature design elements inspired by the regions the ship visits. Significant investment has been made in adapting the onboard social spaces, with the addition of a new-generation coffee bar, Café Nation, as well as the Pizza Oven Eatery and Discovery Lounge. Ninety percent of Celestyal Discovery’s renovation was carried out by local Greek artisans and craftsmen. Two scrubber towers have been retrofitted to ensure the ship complies with the region’s strict sulphur emissions environmental standards. With these renovations, Discovery became the first ship in Greece to be fuelled with a locally produced marine biofuel blend, reducing CO₂ emissions by 90 percent.

Lee Haslett, Celestyal’s Chief Commercial Officer, said: “The refurbishment programme we have undertaken on Celestyal Discovery this winter demonstrates our continued investment in our guest experience. Not only have we added more balcony cabins, we have also enhanced our premium cabin options to meet the increasing demand for more space and comfort, whilst maintaining our small ship charm and personal service. These images show just how far we have come and we are very proud to be taking Celestyal Discovery into the Arabian Gulf for the first time this December.”

Celestyal Discovery will embark on its maiden voyage to the Arabian Gulf on December 12, 2025, joining fleetmate Celestyal Journey, which will return to the region for a celebratory voyage on December 6.

The ships will offer a season of 3, 4 and 7-night cruises from Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Doha, with sailings scheduled through March 2026 and continuing over the next three years.

Source: HORECA TREND and Celestyal

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Developed by Cruise Saudi, the Malta-flagged Aroya ship belonging to AROYA Cruises has anchored at Bodrum Cruise Port for the first time. The ship is anchored with 1646 passengers and 1472 crew, and is planning a total of 12 trips to Bodrum this year.

Speaking about Aroya's first voyage to Bodrum Cruise Port, Aziz Güngör, Global Ports Holding Eastern Mediterranean Regional Director“Being on AROYA’s route is a strong indication that Bodrum’s unique energy and cultural richness are being appreciated internationally. We believe that this first visit will be the beginning of a long-term and mutually beneficial cooperation. Aroya’s arrival in Bodrum not only enriches the diversity of cruise tourism, but also highlights the unique charm and hospitality of our destination once again. This time, it should also be evaluated as a concrete result of the marketing and promotional activities we have been meticulously carrying out for a long time. We wholeheartedly believe that Bodrum will host many more cruise ships and passengers in the coming period.”

Operated by Global Ports Holding Bodrum Cruise Port, witnessed an important first in the 2025 season. The Malta-flagged Aroya ship, which blends the luxury cruise experience with Middle Eastern hospitality and was developed by Cruise Saudi and belongs to AROYA Cruises, has started to show its way in Turkish waters. Aroya anchored in Bodrum for the first time today. The ship, which arrived from Kaş Port at 08.00:02.00 in the morning and will depart for Istanbul Port at around 1646:1472 midnight, has XNUMX passengers and XNUMX crew members. The port atmosphere was also prepared for this special visit on Aroya's first Bodrum voyage. Passengers were welcomed with a red carpet and various treats such as tangerine Turkish delight, tangerine chips and lemonade, while a band playing Turkish tunes and a local folk dance team accompanied the welcoming moment.

Inviting passengers to discover the enchanting shores of the Mediterranean in its promotions, AROYA Cruises will also visit prominent coastal cities in Türkiye such as Istanbul, Kusadasi, Kas, Marmaris, Fethiye and Izmir, in addition to Bodrum. In 2025 of the 12 voyages planned for Bodrum in the company's 4 program, the ship will depart from the port at around 02.00:XNUMX midnight.

After the welcome, the passengers dispersed to the streets of Bodrum and took a pleasant walk, especially from the Kumbahçe coast to the marina. While the activity in the bazaar increased visibly, it was observed that many guests took the time to shop and showed interest in local products. It was also noted that the visitors asked questions about Turkish cuisine and especially wanted to get information about local flavors.

Exciting for Regional Tourism

Aroya, consisting of a total of 19 decks, can accommodate 335 passengers with a length of 1678 meters and a cabin capacity of 3362. The ship was designed to make the time spent at sea unforgettable with 15 different restaurants, a theater hall with a capacity of 1018 people, 20 entertainment points including VR experience areas, a children's area of ​​1858 square meters, a water park with 5 water slides and a SPA of 1818 square meters. The ship, which especially targets families, stands out with its connecting cabin options and comfort-oriented services. Combining the historical richness and turquoise shores of the Mediterranean with elegance, Aroya's arrival in Bodrum also stands out as an exciting development in terms of regional tourism. This unique experience, where luxury and discovery meet, once again reveals the importance Bodrum Cruise Port attaches to diversified destinations and its contribution to tourism.

'Aroya's arrival in Bodrum is a tangible result of our long-term marketing efforts.'

Speaking about Aroya’s first voyage to Bodrum Cruise Port, Aziz Güngör, Global Ports Holding Eastern Mediterranean Regional Director, said, “Global Ports Holding Eastern Mediterranean Regional Director and Bodrum Cruise Port General Manager Aziz Güngör made the following assessment about Aroya’s first voyage to Bodrum:

“Being on AROYA’s route is a strong indication that Bodrum’s unique energy and cultural richness are being appreciated internationally. We believe that this first visit will be the beginning of a long-term and mutually beneficial cooperation. Aroya’s arrival in Bodrum not only enriches the diversity of cruise tourism, but also highlights the unique charm and hospitality of our destination once again. This time, it should also be evaluated as a concrete result of the marketing and promotional activities we have been meticulously carrying out for a long time. We wholeheartedly believe that Bodrum will host many more cruise ships and passengers in the coming period.”

Source: HORECA TREND and Global Ports Holding