Cruise Master to host Middle East’s first polar expedition forum in Dubai

The Middle East’s first dedicated B2B forum for polar expedition cruises will take place in Dubai on 11 September 2025, offering regional travel agents exclusive access to one of the fastest-growing segments in the cruise industry.

 

Organised by Cruise Master, the region’s first specialist cruise agency, the Polar Expedition Forum is an invite-only, one-day event designed to connect Middle East agents with leading global expedition operators.

 

The focus is firmly on opportunities around Arctic and Antarctic voyages, which are becoming increasingly popular with regional travellers seeking adventure, sustainability and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. 

 

Arctic sailings alone have risen 37% over the past decade, and suppliers report mounting demand from the Middle East in line with global trends.

 

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The one-day forum will unite leading expedition companies to share insider knowledge, sales strategies and product updates, equipping agents with a deeper understanding of polar expeditions to better position and sell these unique holidays.

 

Confirmed participants include Celebrity Cruises, Silversea Expeditions, Oceanwide Expeditions, Expeditions Beyond Adventure, Albatros Expeditions and Swan Hellenic.

 

Each expedition company will showcase their itineraries, ships and unique selling points.

 

There will also be informative panel discussions featuring key leaders from the expedition world, sharing selling strategies for the Middle East market.

 

Agents will have the opportunity to schedule one-to-one meetings with company representatives for a personalised pitch and take part in networking breaks with industry peers.

 

Connecting Travel is the official media partner for the Polar Expedition Forum.

 

For more information, visit www.polarexpeditions-me.com