As part of MSC Cruises’ global agreement with Formula 1®, a unique and high-end accommodation offer was unveiled this Wednesday, promising a Unmatched Grand Prix™ weekend experience FORMULA 1® ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI 2023from November 24 to 26.
The new partnership will take race weekend hosting to the next level, providing a race weekend experience Big prize fully integrated to bring the emotions of the final race track of the season aboard MSC Virtuosa, one of the company’s most modern and elegant cruise ships.
He attractive and modern MSC VirtuosaServing as your cruise hotel throughout the race weekend while docked at the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal, it offers comfortable and stylish accommodation combined with an incredible range of amenities including restaurants and bars, two cinemas, shopping center, Mediterranean-style promenade, a luxury spa and fully equipped gym, five swimming pools, interactive water park, large children’s areas and much more. Sales of the packages have opened today and can be reserved here.
In 2022, MSC Cruises signed a multi-year agreement to become a global partner of Formula 1® and this new collaboration is a further enrichment of the partnership, established to unite the two world leaders in their respective fields. And thus drive innovation through their shared passion for excellence, sustainability and global entertainment.
There is a wide range of packages available which can include accommodation, race tickets and exclusive access to F1® Experiences to make your race weekend truly unforgettable.
Whether fans are looking for elegant staterooms or luxurious suites, they will find different levels of accommodation available. aboard the MSC Virtuosaall 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 a weekend of Formula 1® precisely, the options range from the cabin + F1® Experience, with exclusive activities at the foot of the track, to the premium all-inclusive accommodation (Turn 1 Suite, Paddock Club and Legend), which includes exclusive access to the privileged information such as a Pit Lane Walk, a guided tour of the track in a flatbed truck, appearances by Formula 1® personnel and much more.
Terminal Abu Dhabi Cruises, where the MSC Virtuosa docks, is a short drive from the circuit, allowing passengers to get there and back with ease thanks to free transfers. In addition, the city center is very close, which makes the ship the perfect place for the weekend. MSC Virtuosa will be in port from November 23-27, allowing guests to extend their racing weekend.
And the emotions will not end when the fans leave the track, because the festive atmosphere will continue on board for passengers with a specially designed program of themed activities, parties and entertainment, as well as a program dedicated to children.
Gianni Onorato, CEO of MSC Cruisescommented: “Through this exclusive accommodation offer, we unite the best of two worlds: Formula 1® and MSC Cruises. Through this partnership, we combine the incredible circuit environment with the incredible experience aboard our ships to create an unparalleled and truly unforgettable racing experience for fans of all ages.”
Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1said: “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 Grand Prix™. a race pack, we are confident that the partnership that it will make the race weekend truly unforgettable.”
Source: La Verdad

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