Middle East Meandering

Aboard Riviera with Oceania Cruises

Departure Date

12 December 2024

Duration

10 Nights

Fly Cruise From

£4,269pp

Cruise Reference

ART-1MIOC19

Cruise Overview

Dubai sits on a golden sandy coastline in the Arabian Gulf, where the warm azure waves of the sea meet the desert.

A high-rise oasis, this city is a pleasure-dome surrounded by dunes; one of the most fashionable on the planet thanks to its ability to satisfy the needs of legions of demanding vacationers.

Dubai is about having fun—and it's one big adult playground.Nature plays her part here, with year-round sunshine, gorgeous beaches, dramatic arid landscapes, and warm waters, but it's the man-made attractions that make Dubai so alluring.

You can launch yourself into high-adrenaline desert adventures, diving and water sports, and some of the world's best golf courses.

The 5-, 6-, and 7-star hotels offer the ultimate in luxury, and the party scene is hot.

Shopping malls are the biggest in the world and are packed full of high-class merchandise.

And with hundreds of restaurants with cuisine from around the world, you can munch your way from Mexico to Malaysia.Dubai is an Arab country with a long history as a trading port.

Traces of its traditional life, customs, and architecture can still be seen and explored, but today and tomorrow are much more important than yesterday.

Almost every building in this metropolis is less than 20 years old and the most dramatic developments—groundbreaking megaprojects—have just been completed or are still under construction.The city is certainly unique.

Islam is its anchor, but it has opened its doors to the rest of the world and has invited them in to work, rest, and play, which creates a truly international atmosphere.

Unashamedly modern and materialistic, life here takes place at breakneck speed.

The landscape is stark, the confidence is sky high, the can-do spirit is palpable, and the bling is in your face.

Dubai produces strong reactions in people, but one thing is certain—love it or loathe it—you will not forget it.

It is without a doubt, one of the world's true must-see destinations.Shisha: Smoke Without Fire.

Emirati men love socializing, but as they don't drink alcohol they get together over coffee and shisha instead of a drink at the bar after work.

The shisha, or hookah, is a smoking device, usually made of glass, that filters smoke through water before it reaches the smoker's mouth.

Shisha tobaccos are aromatic and are often mixed with apple, cinnamon, or cherry, so their taste isn't as strong as other tobaccos.

Smoking shisha is said to induce relaxation—but you'll have to decide if it's for you!
Dubai sits on a golden sandy coastline in the Arabian Gulf, where the warm azure waves of the sea meet the desert.

A high-rise oasis, this city is a pleasure-dome surrounded by dunes; one of the most fashionable on the planet thanks to its ability to satisfy the needs of legions of demanding vacationers.

Dubai is about having fun—and it's one big adult playground.Nature plays her part here, with year-round sunshine, gorgeous beaches, dramatic arid landscapes, and warm waters, but it's the man-made attractions that make Dubai so alluring.

You can launch yourself into high-adrenaline desert adventures, diving and water sports, and some of the world's best golf courses.

The 5-, 6-, and 7-star hotels offer the ultimate in luxury, and the party scene is hot.

Shopping malls are the biggest in the world and are packed full of high-class merchandise.

And with hundreds of restaurants with cuisine from around the world, you can munch your way from Mexico to Malaysia.Dubai is an Arab country with a long history as a trading port.

Traces of its traditional life, customs, and architecture can still be seen and explored, but today and tomorrow are much more important than yesterday.

Almost every building in this metropolis is less than 20 years old and the most dramatic developments—groundbreaking megaprojects—have just been completed or are still under construction.The city is certainly unique.

Islam is its anchor, but it has opened its doors to the rest of the world and has invited them in to work, rest, and play, which creates a truly international atmosphere.

Unashamedly modern and materialistic, life here takes place at breakneck speed.

The landscape is stark, the confidence is sky high, the can-do spirit is palpable, and the bling is in your face.

Dubai produces strong reactions in people, but one thing is certain—love it or loathe it—you will not forget it.

It is without a doubt, one of the world's true must-see destinations.Shisha: Smoke Without Fire.

Emirati men love socializing, but as they don't drink alcohol they get together over coffee and shisha instead of a drink at the bar after work.

The shisha, or hookah, is a smoking device, usually made of glass, that filters smoke through water before it reaches the smoker's mouth.

Shisha tobaccos are aromatic and are often mixed with apple, cinnamon, or cherry, so their taste isn't as strong as other tobaccos.

Smoking shisha is said to induce relaxation—but you'll have to decide if it's for you!
See Khasab’s jutting fjords, and the dolphins playing in the emerald waters, and it’s forgivable to think you’ve stumbled across a surreal Norway.

The burning sun and scorched earth, serve as a constant reminder that you're a long way from Europe, however - although the Portuguese roots mean there's a colonial tint to the city.

Sitting on the Northern coast of Oman, reaching across towards Iran, this is an isolated and fascinating destination to explore.

The remote location, and limited infrastructure here, until recent times, means Khasab has been left to live life at its own pace, and the city sings to its own song sheet.

Even now you can see a blind eye being turned to the smugglers who whisk electronics across the Gulf to Iran, in small speed boats.

Cruise Itinerary

Aboard Riviera

Launch Year: 2012 Length: 181 Width: 32 Currency: USD Capacity: 1238 Crew Count: 800 Deck Count: 11 Cabin Count: 629

Sister ship to Marina, stunning Riviera was designed to be special in so many ways and reflects a new level of grace and elegance through designer touches, upholstery and fabrics throughout. She features multiple gourmet restaurants and along with Marina, offers unforgettable food and wine pairings at La Reserve by Wine Spectator as well as the opportunity for private dining at opulent Privée. From the Lalique Grand Staircase to the Owner's Suites furnished in Ralph Lauren Home, designer touches that create a casually elegant atmosphere are everywhere. Riviera's refined ambiance truly embodies the unparalleled Oceania Cruises experience.

Riviera blends sophistication with a contemporary flair to create a casually elegant ambiance. From the sparkling Lalique Grand Staircase to the stunning Owner's Suites furnished with Ralph Lauren Home, designer touches are everywhere, highlighting the finest residential design and furnishings. More than anything, Riviera personifies the Oceania Cruises experience.

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Cabin Details

The Pinnacle of Perfection

The avowed crème de la crème of accommodations, our Owner’s Suites, Vista Suites, Oceania Suites and Penthouse Suites are studies in perfection. Their grandeur and spaciousness are truly astonishing. Guests who desire only the best need not look further than these extravagant suites. Simply ring the Butler for exclusive services that include garment pressing and serving your dinner in-suite and revel in the fact that the Oceania Cruises’ Riviera suite experience has no peer.

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