MSC Cruises reveals landing pad to help Santa and his reindeer

MSC Cruises highlights the most common questions parents face when celebrating the holidays away from home. As research reveals that nearly a third of children (32%) won’t wake up at their usual address on Christmas Day, it’s unsurprising that one of the top questions kids ask is, “How will Santa find us if we’re not at home?”, with 67% of parents confirming this is a Christmas concern. 

MSC Cruises unveils a dedicated landing pad for Santa’s sleigh on the deck of MSC Preziosa, to keep delivery dilemmas at bay. Holidaymakers were greeted by this festive 5-metre installation in Southampton, which ensures Santa and his reindeer can safely visit at sea, reassuring children travelling away from home that their gifts will still arrive on time.

The ‘Sleigh Pad’ features colourful markings inspired by a helipad, with a sleigh-shaped design and individual hoof ‘ports’ for each of Santa’s nine reindeer. Trained ‘Santa Spotters’ have been stationed at the sleigh pad with candy-cane marshal wands to guide Santa and his sleigh through the night.

Antonio Paradiso, VP of International Sales and Managing Director of MSC Cruises UK and Ireland MSC Cruises said: “Santa always does his best to find families, but a cruise ship out at sea can be a moving object, so we thought he’d appreciate the extra help. Kids ask some very valid questions, so we’re pleased to show them exactly how Santa will find us at sea. Our research highlights that being away from home on Christmas Day often leads to tricky questions from kids, prompting parents to get creative with their answers.”

The research also highlights that families would most enjoy festive shows (57%), a Winter Wonderland experience (51%), and carol singing (50%) during their Christmas holiday. On board MSC Preziosa, guests can expect a floating winter wonderland filled with festive cheer, including Christmas workshops, Father Christmas’s Grotto and a special edition of MasterChef at Sea.
 

Book a Christmas 2025 voyage with MSC Cruises here: www.msccruises.co.uk.