CELESTYAL Cruises recently hosted travel advisors from around the world on its Abu Dhabi Grand Prix sailing, with guest star and former Formula 1 race winner David Coulthard. The cruise served as a celebration of the start of Celestyal’s second Arabian Gulf season, with the ‘Desert Days & Abu Dhabi...
CELESTYAL Cruises recently hosted travel advisors from around the world on its Abu Dhabi Grand Prix sailing, with guest star and former Formula 1 race winner David Coulthard.
The cruise served as a celebration of the start of Celestyal’s second Arabian Gulf season, with the ‘Desert Days & Abu Dhabi Grand Prix’ itinerary setting sail last week.
A highlight of the cruise saw the 13 travel partners, including from Australia, treated to a fireside chat with Coulthard (pictured), hosted by sports presenter Laura Winter, during which the former Formula 1 driver discussed his career in the 1990s and 2000s.
The famil was supported by the Department of Abu Dhabi Culture & Tourism, and saw agents enjoy three nights on board Celestyal Journey, enjoying multiple shore experiences including premium access to the Grand Prix.
“Having David Coulthard and Laura Winter join us created a standout ‘backstage pass’ moment for agents and guests alike, and we were delighted to host our global trade partners on board for an immersive famil,” Chief Commercial Officer Lee Haslett said.
Journey will continue to operate a 7-night ‘Desert Days’ itinerary for the rest of the season.
The itinerary will sail round trip from Doha, calling at Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, and Bahrain, as well as an overnight stay in Dubai.
Prices start from $1,039 per person twin share.
Celestyal Discovery will join Journey today, launching the cruise line’s new three-, four- and seven-night ‘Iconic Arabia’ cruises, sailing round trip from Abu Dhabi.
The new cruises will call at Doha, Khasab, Dubai, and Sir Bani Yas, as well as offering maiden visits to Ras Al Khaimah.
Prices start from $509 per person twin share for a three-night sailing, as part of a summer sale through to 05 Feb. MS
