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Dubai Marina: Ocean Empress Dinner Cruise

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2 hrs

Dubai Cruises

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Experience the Dubai Marina aboard the Ocean Empress – a colossal four-deck dhow that defines luxury on the water. This grand vessel (capacity ~500) offers a sprawling dinner buffet with live cooking stations and specialty cuisines, all enjoyed amid lavish interiors. As you dine, multiple entertainment acts and 360° marina views transform the evening into a floating banquet gala.

Touted as Dubai’s most extravagant dinner cruise (the city’s latest “floating palace”), it’s quickly earning a reputation for unmatched scale and luxury.
Early guests rave about the culinary experience on board: an “exceptional” spread ranging from fresh seafood grills to a dedicated cheese bar and decadent desserts.
Engineered for spectacle, the mega-dhow hosts live performers across its decks and sails past iconic landmarks like JBR and Bluewaters, offering a five-star atmosphere that wows even seasoned Dubai travelers.

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Book in advance and select your preferred deck level. The Ocean Empress offers standard, upper-deck, and VIP packages – the higher decks have more expansive views and added perks.
Arrive at the marina at least 30 minutes before departure. With hundreds of guests boarding, early arrival ensures a smooth check-in and a prime table location.
Despite its size, popular nights can fill up. If you prefer a calmer experience, consider a weekday cruise when it might be less crowded than weekends.
Explore the ship during the cruise. Each of the four decks has unique viewpoints and sometimes different live entertainment; it’s part of the experience to wander and take it all in.
The dress code is slightly elevated; many treat it as a gala dinner. Smart casual or elegant attire will feel right at home on this luxurious vessel (and look great in the on-board photos).

Summary

It's a five-star city and life on its waters are no exception. Experience the luxury of Dubai from the water on this dinner cruise from the Dubai Marina. Feel like a star as you board the Ocean Empress with a red carpet entrance and be wowed by the huge VIP-style vessel, which spans four entire decks.

Enjoy your welcome drink to the sounds of live entertainment as the sights light up around you, from the Bluewaters island to the Jumeirah Beach Residence complex, and the artificial Palm Islands. See how the city lights reflect on the water and create a dazzling glow - it's like no other city on Earth!

Choose from a wide variety of international dishes at the buffet. Take in uninterrupted panoramic views of Dubai's skyline from anywhere on the boat while you eat, then return to the marina, ready to continue your night in Dubai.

Alcoholic beverages are available to purchase onboard. Or opt for the VIP package to include champagne.