F1 races that have had cruise ship travel packages

There is more to Formula 1 weekends than just the race. Some fans also see them as an opportunity to combine convenience, luxury, and travel. Cruise ship travel packages, in which the ship itself acts as your hotel and transfers and occasionally race tickets are included, are one way this has been accomplished. These packages are not often available, but when they are, they offer a distinctive Grand Prix experience.

Here are some F1 races that have previously provided cruise ship packages, along with information on what is included and potential future locations.

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Monaco Grand Prix

The most famous example is the Monaco Grand Prix, where luxury cruise lines like Windstar Cruises, Silversea, and Azamara have offered race-inclusive voyages.

• Windstar Cruises is unique in that all passengers get race tickets as part of the fare, often with reserved seating in Section K.
• Other lines and agencies sell Monaco GP access as an optional excursion, with transfers arranged from the port to grandstands.
• With hotel prices in Monaco and Nice soaring during race week, cruise ships double as “floating hotels,” providing both lodging and guaranteed logistics.

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Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

As the F1 season finale, Abu Dhabi has also seen cruise-based packages.

• MSC Cruises, an official Formula 1 partner, docked MSC Virtuosa at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal during race week, offering stays onboard with options ranging from simple cabins to full hospitality experiences.
• Packages included track transfers, grandstand seats, and VIP upgrades.
• This “floating hotel” model gave fans a convenient way to be close to Yas Marina Circuit without hunting for scarce hotels.

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Qatar Grand Prix

Cruise packages are extending to newer destinations too. For example:

• MSC Cruises has promoted 7-night Emirates cruises tied to the Qatar Grand Prix, with excursions including Lusail circuit transfers, main straight seats, and Fan Zone access.
• Departures from Abu Dhabi or Dubai make this a good add-on for fans who want to combine a race weekend with a Gulf cruise.

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Singapore Grand Prix

The Singapore GP, known for its night racing and city-center setting, has inspired agency-based cruise packages.

• Travel agencies in the UK and Europe have bundled regional cruises (often on Royal Caribbean or similar lines) with Singapore GP grandstand tickets.
• These are typically add-ons rather than included in the cruise fare, but they allow fans to combine a Southeast Asia trip with race access.

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Spanish Grand Prix (Barcelona)

Barcelona’s GP has also been tied to Mediterranean cruise packages.

• Some agencies pair an MSC or Royal Caribbean sailing with three-day GP tickets, sometimes including flights and a pre- or post-cruise hotel stay.
• These packages make sense since Barcelona is both a cruise hub and home to Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

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Miami Grand Prix

In newer markets like Miami, travel agencies have tested packages that combine short Caribbean cruises with GP tickets and Miami Beach hotels.

• These are agency products rather than cruise-line-wide inclusions, but they’re an interesting option for fans combining the race with a holiday.

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Italian Grand Prix (Monza)

Although they are less common, some agencies have advertised cruises that coincide with the Monza Italian Grand Prix. These are usually included in larger European tours that also include transfers and hotel stays.

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What to know if you’re considering a cruise GP package

• Tickets aren’t always included: Only Windstar (Monaco) builds tickets into the base fare. Others sell them as add-ons or agency bundles.
• Transfers matter: Check how you’ll get from ship to circuit — tenders in Monaco, shuttle buses in Abu Dhabi or Qatar.
• Grandstand categories: Look closely at which section is included, and whether upgrades are available.
• Plan early: These packages are limited and often sell out months in advance.

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Final thoughts

Not all races can afford cruise ship travel packages, but when they do, they provide a special blend of convenience and comfort. They're an inventive way to experience Formula 1, from Monaco's floating hotels to MSC's packages in Abu Dhabi and Qatar.

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