As part of MSC Cruises' global agreement with Formula 1®, weekend™ 2023, from November 24-26.
The new collaboration provides a fully integrated Grand Prix experience that will bring the excitement of the track from the final race of the season aboard MSC Virtuosa, one of the company's most modern and elegant cruise ships.
The MSC Virtuosa will serve as a cruise hotel throughout the race weekend, docked at the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal, offering comfortable and elegant accommodation combined with an incredible array of amenities, including restaurants and bars, two theaters, a shopping mall, a Mediterranean-style promenade, a luxurious spa and fully equipped gym, five swimming pools, an interactive water park, spacious children's areas and much more.
In 2022, MSC Cruises signed a multi-year agreement to become a global partner of Formula 1®, and this new collaboration further enriches the partnership, which was established to unite two world leaders in their respective fields and drive change through their shared passion for excellence, sustainability, and global entertainment.
There is a wide range of packages available that can be combined with accommodation, race tickets and exclusive access with F1® Experiences to make your race weekend truly unforgettable.
Whether fans are looking for elegant cabins or luxury suites, they will find a wide variety of accommodation levels available on board MSC Virtuosa, all with half board (breakfast and dinner), free Wi-Fi and round-trip transfers to the circuit.
Packages start with a cabin-only option for those who already have race tickets or a cabin + Formula 1® grandstand ticket option.
For die-hard fans looking for the ultimate Formula 1® weekend, options range from a suite + F1® Experience, with exclusive trackside activities, to premium all-inclusive accommodation (Turn 1 Suite, Paddock Club and Legend), which includes exclusive access to insider information such as Pit Lane Walk, a guided track tour in a flatbed truck, appearances by Formula 1® personnel and much more.
The Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal, where MSC Virtuosa, is a short drive from the circuit, allowing passengers to easily travel back and forth thanks to complimentary shuttles. The city center is also very close, making the ship a perfect base for the weekend. MSC Virtuosa will be in port from November 23 to 27, allowing visitors to extend their race weekend.
And the excitement won't end when the fans leave the track, as the festive atmosphere will continue on board for passengers with a specially designed program of activities, parties and themed entertainment, as well as a program dedicated to children.
Gianni Onorato, CEO of MSC Cruises, commented: “Through this exclusive accommodation offer, we are bringing together the best of both worlds: Formula 1® and MSC Cruises.”
Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, said: “We are delighted to join forces with MSC Cruises and offer fans a unique and unparalleled stay experience during the season finale at the™ Abu Dhabi
