Economy Local 2026-01-15T10:12:05+00:00

Abu Dhabi Wins Two International Awards for Cruise Tourism

Abu Dhabi recognized as the world's leading cruise destination and the best in the Middle East, showcasing its outstanding infrastructure and tourism success.


Abu Dhabi Wins Two International Awards for Cruise Tourism

Abu Dhabi has won two international awards: 'World's Leading Cruise Destination' and 'Leading Cruise Destination in the Middle East' at the 2025 World Cruise Tourism Awards. This international recognition highlights the emirate's exceptional tourism and infrastructure assets, which include two cruise terminals. The port of Zayed serves as a gateway, and the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal plays a key role. The awards celebrate the initiatives the emirate has adopted to develop the cruise sector, which welcomed around 700,000 cruise visitors last season. These achievements further cement Abu Dhabi's status as a leading global cruise destination.