Resorts World Cruises (RWC) recently hosted two extravagant launch events in Mumbai and Delhi to mark the grand occasion of their opulent cruise ship, Resorts World One, being homeported in Dubai, UAE, for six months. This deployment, spanning from October 18, 2024, to April 13, 2025, heralds a new era in RWC’s operations and is set to significantly boost cruise tourism in the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.
The Mumbai launch took place at St Regis Mumbai on May 29, 2024, while the Delhi event unfolded at Shangri-La Eros New Delhi, on May 31, 2024. Both events drew a packed house, with over 200 partners from the travel trade and fraternity and the travel media participating in the Mumbai event, while the Delhi event witnessed vibrant participation by over 150 partners and travel stakeholders.
During this six-month homeport deployment in Dubai, Resorts World One will offer 2- and 3-night cruises from Dubai and Doha to destinations including Sir Bani Yas Island, Doha in Qatar, and Khasab and Muscat in Oman. The ship is expected to make 75 calls in the region, hosting 150,000 passengers over the period, which will significantly contribute to the growth of cruise tourism in the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.
The Resort World Cruises team delivered presentations showcasing unparalleled luxury, premium offerings, world-class amenities, innovative sailings, and diverse entertainment that will define RWC’s Arabian Gulf sailings. The team included Michael Goh, President, RWC; Naresh Rawal, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, RWC India; and Colin Kerr, Senior Vice President, Entertainment, RWC.
Michael Goh highlighted the great opportunity and value-added proposition this deployment presented for both the Indian and GCC markets, expressing confidence in the Indian market for Dubai sailings, particularly in the MICE segment. Naresh Rawal provided a detailed product presentation, discussing the ship, the itineraries, and the destinations. He emphasised the availability of halal-certified meals and a wide array of Indian cuisine options onboard, including Jain food. Colin Kerr, responsible for ensuring entertainment and satisfaction on all of Resorts World’s cruise ships, briefed everyone about the multiple onboard options catering to the needs and wants of almost all segments and age groups.
Attendees were also introduced to the Senior Leadership of the Pan India PSA network of Resorts World Cruises, a crucial link in facilitating the final closure of transactions. The events also featured lucky draws, awarding 2- and 3-night cruise vacations to a few fortunate winners, with the crowning glory being a 3-night cruise in the Palace Suite onboard Resorts World One.
