Opulent Oasis Escape – Abu Dhabi & Doha

About this cruise

Long enough to properly switch off but not so long you need to reorganise your entire life. This 7-night round-trip sailing from Abu Dhabi on December 28, 2026 visits Manama, Doha, Dubai and Sir Bani Yas Island. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 4 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. The Middle East & Arabian Gulf route takes in Bahrain, Qatar and United Arab Emirates, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Keep an eye out for Dubai: Where superlatives are the starting point. Roughly 10 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. MSC World Europa keeps you well fed. 9 places to eat, with 4 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Abu Dhabi before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And a December cruise to warmer water? Hard to argue with that when it's cold at home. That's 7 nights well spent.