Cruise Ship Season in Salalah: 27 Arrivals and Over 41,000 Passengers Expected

​On Tuesday, the cruise ship "Artania" arrived at the Salalah Port in Dhofar Governorate, Oman, with over 1,300 passengers on board. Of these passengers, 927 disembarked to explore Salalah and visit the city's beaches, traditional markets, and various tourist and historical sites. The "Artania" had previously been in Safaga, Egypt, and was en route to the Port of Sultan Qaboos in Muscat.

The Artania is a cruise ship that was built in Germany in 1984 and has undergone several renovations over the years. It is operated by the German cruise line Phoenix Reisen and has a capacity of around 1,500 passengers. The Artania has a number of amenities on board, including multiple dining options, a spa, a gym, and a variety of entertainment options. The ship offers a range of itineraries to destinations around the world, including the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and the Arabian Gulf. The Artania is known for its comfortable accommodations and high-quality service. It has received a number of accolades and awards for its service over the years.

Salalah Port is the main port of the Dhofar Governorate in southern Oman. It is located on the Arabian Sea and is a key gateway for the import and export of goods to and from Oman. The port is equipped with modern facilities and has a number of berths for vessels of different sizes. It is an important hub for the handling of containerized, bulk, and general cargo, and serves as a transshipment center for the region. In addition to its commercial operations, Salalah Port is also a popular destination for cruise ships and is visited by a number of cruise lines each year.

The port is located in close proximity to the city of Salalah and its various attractions, making it a convenient stop for tourists. Salalah is a popular destination for cruise ships, the number of cruise ships visiting the port has increased over time. 

There are 27 expected cruise ship arrivals in Salalah Port between January 2023 and December 2023. The total number of passengers on these ships is estimated to be 41,232.

Here is a breakdown of the number of passengers by ship:
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• Amera: 2,712 passengers
• Costa Deliziosa: 2,712 passengers
• Queen Mary 2: 3,271 passengers
• Norwegian Jade: 2,882 passengers
• Costa Toscana: 6,338 passengers
• Viking Neptune: 930 passengers
• Queen Victoria: 2,489 passengers
• AIDAblu: 2,500 passengers
• Seabourn Encore: 638 passengers
• Seven Seas Mariner: 779 passengers
• MSC Magnifica: 3,017 passengers
• AIDAcosma: 6,600 passengers
• Oceania Insignia: 803 passengers
• Amadea: 624 passengers
• Viking Mars: 930 passengers
• Oceania Nautica: 803 passengers
• AIDAbella: 2,500 passengers
• Queen Elizabeth: 2,503 passengers
• Silver Spirit: 648 passengers
• Star Legend: 312 passengers
• Seven Seas Navigator: 557 passengers
• Seabourn Encore: 638 passengers
• Bolette: 1,656 passengers
• Costa Firenze: 5,260 passengers