Royal Caribbean International's Brilliance of the Seas is based in Dubai for the fiurst four months of 2010.
From January to April, the cruise line is offering its signature style of cruising for active holidaymakers to an international mix of guests, on seven-night sailings from this increasingly popular destination.
Said spokesman Michael Bayley: "Building on our reputation for introducing revolutionary cruise experiences, we are excited to provide a different cruise holiday than traditionally offered in this region. Royal Caribbean continues to attract holidaymakers internationally and we are thrilled to offer new and exciting choices for our guests - combining our distinct onboard amenities with compelling itineraries including the Arabian Gulf's most popular destinations."
Robin Shaw, UK managing director, adds: "We are confident that these new cruises will perform well in this market as we continue to drive growth in our market share with new destinations, new experiences and new ships."
Brilliance of the Seas has a sleek profile and features vast expanses of open space, mirrored surfaces and glass paneling - nearly three acres of exterior glass. The open Centrum with ten-deck high windows and ocean-facing glass elevators offer guests breathtaking vistas of the passing landscape and sea. Among the ship's unique features is a pair of ultra-high-tech, self-leveling pool tables in the Bombay Billiards Club.
For Royal Caribbean's typically active guests, the recreational facilities include a rock-climbing wall, jogging track, basketball and volleyball court, golf simulator and nine-hole miniature golf course, and a large gym with treadmills facing the sea.
Five dining venues allow guests to enjoy Chops Grille steakhouse, Portofino Italian restaurant, Minstrel main dining room, or the casual Windjammer Cafe and Seaview Cafe. Freshly-brewed coffee, cappuccino or pastries can be found in Latte-tudes coffee bar.
Royal Caribbean - 0845 165 8330, www.royalcaribbean.co.uk
