Major cruise lines cancel next winter’s sailings amid Iran war
Passengers face more cruise cancellations due to Middle East conflict
- Passengers are facing more cruise cancellations as companies take extra precautions due to the ongoing Iran war, affecting travel into next winter.
- Celestyal has cancelled Greek island cruises scheduled for April as its ships, Discovery and Journey, are currently unable to leave Dubai and Doha due to the Strait of Hormuz closure.
- MSC Cruises has cancelled all Middle East itineraries for its ship MSC World Europa from November 2026 until April 2027.
- Instead, MSC World Europa will be redeployed to operate seven and 14-night routes around the French Antilles and Caribbean islands.
- Other cruise lines, including Explora Journeys, Aida, and Costa Cruises, have also cancelled their winter 2026/27 Middle East sailings, with affected passengers offered refunds or alternative bookings.
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