MSC Cruises has signed an agreement with the Government of Qatar to charter two cruise ships to accommodate fans during the FIFA World Cup taking place in the country in 2022. The vessels will be berthed at Doha Port to act like floating hotels during the tournament, offering a combined...
MSC Cruises has signed an agreement with the Government of Qatar to charter two cruise ships to accommodate fans during the FIFA World Cup taking place in the country in 2022.
The vessels will be berthed at Doha Port to act like floating hotels during the tournament, offering a combined capacity of 4,000 cabins.
MSC Cruises Executive Chairman Pierfrancesco Vago said the deal would allow the cruise line to promote what life is like on board its ships to a new international audience.
“The tournament is one of the world’s most popular events and this will be another opportunity for holidaymakers from across the globe converging on Doha to experience our ships and enjoy the unique international experience that only MSC Cruises can offer,” he said.
Under the terms of the agreement, the State of Qatar will charter MSC Cruises’ MSC Europa and MSC Poesia during the major sporting event, with shuttle buses scheduled to take fans from the ships to the matches.
Pictured: MSC Cruises’ Pierfrancesco Vago signs the deal with Secretary General of the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy Hassan Al Thawadi.
