Emirates and MSC Cruises announced the extension of their partnership for an additional two seasons, further reinforcing Dubai’s as a significant hub for cruise operations.

This partnership was announced at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, UAE, and builds upon a decade-long collaborative relationship. Over the next two years, travelers will have the opportunity to purchase a Fly&Cruise holiday package through MSC Cruises, which will include round-trip flights with Emirates from 21 airports located throughout Europe and South America.

The collaboration between Emirates and MSC Cruises will continue to focus on joint promotional efforts, such as the Fly&Cruise packages, and marketing campaigns aimed at enhancing Dubai offer as a cruise destination. The partnership will also include the sharing of relevant data and insights to enhance service delivery, coordination of flight and cruise schedules, and streamlining the check-in process at Port Rashid.

The Fly&Cruise packages offer conveniences, such as dedicated bus transfers from the airport to the ship and a streamlined luggage handling system that allows guests to drop off their bags at the cruise terminal and retrieve them upon arrival at their final destination.

Dedicated Emirates check-in counters at Port Rashid will enable passengers to disembark from their cruise to check in their luggage and receive their flight boarding passes up to four hours before their flight, facilitating a seamless transition through airport formalities.

Plans are also underway to extend the availability of these packages to American cruise guests, who will soon be able to book their Emirates flights through MSC Cruises from cities such as New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Atlanta, Miami, Orlando, and Washington.

MSC Euribia will operate out of Dubai, UAE for the winter 2024/25 season, offering 7-night itineraries that include stops in Doha, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, and Sir Bani Yas – the largest natural island in the United Arab Emirates, known for its pristine beaches and diverse wildlife.

Here’s some images of what MSC’s Euribia looks like on board.

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