Celestyal has confirmed the cancellation of all April 2026 departures as its ships wait to reposition to Athens, Greece.

The line’s fleet is currently positioned in the Arabian Gulf, with Celestyal Discovery in Dubai, UAE and Celestyal Journey in Doha, Qatar. All guests and non-operational crew have been disembarked, while both vessels remain fully operational. Their departure from the region will take place in accordance with safety guidance from the relevant authorities.

Due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East, all sailings scheduled for April 2026 have been cancelled.

The next planned departures are:

  • Celestyal Discovery – May 1, 2026 (three-night Iconic Greek Islands)
  • Celestyal Journey – May 2, 2026 (seven-night Heavenly Greece, Italy and Croatia)

“Our priority remains the safety and confidence of our guests, crew and partners. While we know this will be disappointing, taking this decision now provides greater clarity and flexibility for those affected,” said Lee Haslett, Chief Commercial Officer at Celestyal.

“Our teams are working closely with guests and travel partners to support rebooking options and ensure a smooth transition, and we remain focused on returning to service in the Mediterranean as soon as it is safe to do so.”

All impacted guests have been offered a full refund or a future cruise credit, and will be supported by Celestyal’s teams, who will provide rebooking options and assistance.

The cruise line continues to monitor the situation closely and will resume movement of its vessels when conditions allow. Preparations are already under way for the return to service, with sailings set to resume from May 2026.

For more information, visit celestyal.com or call 211 1995176.

About Celestyal

Celestyal, an award-winning and year-round cruise company, continues to set the standard for unmissable travel experiences in the Greek Islands, the Adriatic and the Arabian Gulf. The company excels in delivering exceptional hospitality, ensuring genuine cultural immersion both onboard and onshore. Operating two, brand new vessels, accommodating up to 1,360 travellers each, Celestyal prioritises highly personalised services, establishing a high-end environment that welcomes over 140,000 travellers annually from more than 130 different nationalities.