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Cruise Saudi Announces Commercial Launch of ‘AROYA Cruises’

The ship can accommodate more than 3,362 passengers. SPA
The ship can accommodate more than 3,362 passengers. SPA
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Cruise Saudi Announces Commercial Launch of ‘AROYA Cruises’

The ship can accommodate more than 3,362 passengers. SPA
The ship can accommodate more than 3,362 passengers. SPA

Cruise Saudi, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) specializing in developing the cruise sector in the Kingdom, has announced the commercial launch of its cruise line "AROYA Cruises.”

“As the first Arabian cruise line, AROYA Cruises is proud to lead the way with its authentic Arabian experience offered to guests at sea and on land,” Cruise Saudi said in a statement.

“It also stands out for its unique design, which reflects Arabian generosity and Saudi Arabia's hospitality by providing exceptional experiences that focus on comfort and luxury for its guests,” it added.
AROYA Cruises is a 335-meter floating resort with 1,678 cabins, including balcony cabins overlooking the sea, as well as luxury suites and villas.

The ship can accommodate more than 3,362 passengers and includes 20 entertainment venues across 18 decks that provide shopping at AROYA's shops, performances in the 1,018-seat theater, and shows and movies for children.

AROYA Cruises also offers exclusive VIP experiences, with spacious and premium suites, outdoor lounges and exceptional dining experiences.

Tourist trips are scheduled in the Red Sea in December 2024, with visits to the AROYA Cruise's private island as well as destinations to Egypt and Jordan.

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Silver Surfers Mass for Record Bid in Brazil

Drone picture of surfers trying to ride the same wave to break the Guinness World Record, in Santos, Brazil November 10, 2024. (Reuters)
Drone picture of surfers trying to ride the same wave to break the Guinness World Record, in Santos, Brazil November 10, 2024. (Reuters)
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Silver Surfers Mass for Record Bid in Brazil

Drone picture of surfers trying to ride the same wave to break the Guinness World Record, in Santos, Brazil November 10, 2024. (Reuters)
Drone picture of surfers trying to ride the same wave to break the Guinness World Record, in Santos, Brazil November 10, 2024. (Reuters)

Three hundred surfers over the age of 50 gathered at the weekend in Santos, Sao Paulo to attempt a world record for the most people riding the same wave.

Participants, many of whom took up surfing later in life, arrived early, eager to hit the water.

"I had a crazy desire to learn (to surf) and when I started, I couldn't stop," said Christiane Melin. "It's an addiction, but an addiction that's really good. It's a really great sensation to ride the waves."

The event, organized by a local surf school specializing in teaching older adults, emphasized community and well-being.

"This is a great example to show the world the importance that, after the pandemic and beyond politics, we can all be together on the same wave," said organizer Cisco Arana.

Though the group fell short of breaking the record - 98 surfers managed to ride a wave together, shy of the 110 achieved in South Africa in 2009 - the event highlighted the transformative power of the sport.

"There were some people who were retired and were a bit idle, there were people with depression, there were people with problems, and then they started to get into surfing," said Marco Horta, a retiree.

"While surfing in nature, people talked, made friends and started to be happy."