Qatar Tourism Showcases Cruise Sector Growth At Seatrade Cruise Europe 2025

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Tourism, in collaboration with leading public and private sector partners, participated in Seatrade Cruise Europe 2025 in Hamburg from September 10–12. The Visit Qatar pavilion at the exhibition served as a collaborative platform, bringing together key government entities such as the Ministry of Interior (Immigration Department and the Permanent Committee for Seaport Affairs), Mwani Qatar, Old Doha Port, and the General Authority of Customs. It also featured leading private sector representatives, including Qatar Airways, Discover Qatar, Doha Bus, Qatar International Tours, Travel Designer, and Al Tawfeeq Travel.

Together, the delegation showcased the opportunities for international cruise lines to collaborate with Qatar and support the sector's continued growth, reaffirming the country's commitment to developing cruise tourism and positioning Doha as a leading regional hub for marine travel.

Throughout the exhibition, the Qatar delegation engaged in selected conference sessions, held strategic one-to-one meetings with leading cruise operators, and welcomed distinguished visitors to the Visit Qatar pavilion.

Omar Al Jaber, Chief of the Tourism Development Sector at Qatar Tourism, stated:“Cruise tourism is a vital pillar of our strategy and aligns closely with Qatar National Vision 2030 by diversifying our offerings, attracting international visitors, and supporting economic growth. Year after year, this sector continues to grow, and last season Doha Port welcomed nearly 360,000 visitors, a clear reflection of rising demand.

As we look forward to the new cruise season beginning this November, we remain committed to positioning Doha as a premier regional hub for marine tourism, forging new partnerships and showcasing the unique experiences that Qatar has to offer.”

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