Easyplan66
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F1 Back in the day....
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A bunch of us used to ride over to the Isle of Man for the TT's but we used to take a private plane over for racing that was on the Clips course (Southern) as you can walk to the track from the islands airport, watch your race and be home for tea... One of the group was training as a commercial pilot and counted the time for his multi-engined licence, it meant we only had to pay the fuel and landing fees and we'd get to fly in the commercial routes straight from Duxford or North Weald.
One time we were the last plane to land as the airport got fog bound and when we returned late afternoon Ronaldsway airport was heaving but there were no aircraft left to fly... The constonation as 7 greasy urbuts wandered straight through departures and onto their own plane - priceless!!!
Then there was the greeting on landing to be met by someone from specil branch because you had been flying over the Irish Sea... just incase we were IRA!
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One time we were the last plane to land as the airport got fog bound and when we returned late afternoon Ronaldsway airport was heaving but there were no aircraft left to fly... The constonation as 7 greasy urbuts wandered straight through departures and onto their own plane - priceless!!!
Then there was the greeting on landing to be met by someone from specil branch because you had been flying over the Irish Sea... just incase we were IRA!
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Easyplan66
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from what people tell me driving there is a nightmare bad traffic and unless you rent a hotel room or apartment the views from the street are not worth the money or hassle.
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I was renting a villa near Nice a couple of years ago when the Monaco F1 was on (didn't plan it that way honest!) and took the family there for the day. I was realy supprised how inexpensive it was admittedly it was the Friday practice but we parked all day for about £13 in a hotel carpark (in London on a regular day they are about £15/hour). Grandstand seats were £45 each, food and drink was steep but look at where you were. It would be lovely to have the hotel and balconey experience but I've spent my money on a Maserati! It has an F1 gearbox so I can hit the loud pedal and imagine Monaco landscape is all about... Soon there will be a track day as well!!!
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sounds like a great weekend
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As a starter to get a taste for £2k:
http://www.exclusivef1experiences.co.uk/l-hirondelle-balcony-packages/
On a yacht instead for £2.5k:
http://www.exclusivef1experiences.co.uk/yacht-packages/
Or the full monty for £10k:
http://www.exclusivef1experiences.co.uk/vvip-packages/
Looks good too, POA but I'd guess £10k pp:
http://www.grand-tourist.com/monaco-grand-prix.html
http://www.exclusivef1experiences.co.uk/l-hirondelle-balcony-packages/
On a yacht instead for £2.5k:
http://www.exclusivef1experiences.co.uk/yacht-packages/
Or the full monty for £10k:
http://www.exclusivef1experiences.co.uk/vvip-packages/
Looks good too, POA but I'd guess £10k pp:
http://www.grand-tourist.com/monaco-grand-prix.html
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Dan!
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Better VFM, with no hotel for £5k:
http://www.jeffersons.com/fast_track_luxury/
http://www.jeffersons.com/fast_track_luxury/
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The Daddy for a mere £30k per person:
Monaco Grand Prix Experience 2010 - F1 Corporate Hospitality
We are pleased to announce the Monaco Grand Prix Experience (2010). The package is based on a first come first served basis with full amount required to secure the experience:
DAY 1: THURSDAY
Upon arrival into Nice/Cannes airport clients will be met and transferred onto a helicopter to take them along the stunning coastal route to Monaco. Once landed clients will be transferred in a private car for four nights accommodation in a double suite of the Hotel Hermitage on the sixth floor overlooking the harbour.
Thursday evening depending on the time of arrival is at clients leisure, Exclusive Lifestyle however are more than happy to book a table at any of Monaco's world famous Restaurants.
DAY 2: FRIDAY
You will be driven the short distance from the Hermitage to the entrance of the pit lane and paddock area and you will be met by Allan McNish (ex Toyota F1 driver and current Le Mans World Champion) for your private pit lane walk. Allan will explain in detail the goings on of the pit lane giving clients an invaluable insight into the preparation and execution of a Formula 1 team on race day.
After the pit lane walk you will be driven back to your hotel in good time for clients to get ready for the evening drinks reception.
Clients will take the short walk to the Hotel de Paris for an exclusive drinks reception with David Coulthard and Allan McNish. This is limited to 35 people on the Churchill Terrace of the Hotel de Paris, giving clients ample time to speak to both drivers. Overlooking the harbour this makes for a truly memorable evening.
After the drinks reception, clients will make the short walk to the front of the hotel to the Garnier Terrace. Here clients will enjoy a 5* dinner by the famous Hotel de Paris chefs. Overlooking Casino Square, this allows clients to feel the buzz that surrounds the beginning of the Grand Prix weekend. From the Ferrari's to the Bugatti's to the Casino, the sight's are truly spectacular.
DAY 3: SATURDAY
After breakfast clients have an 'all access' area pass giving clients free roam to enjoy the viewing areas of the Hotel de Paris for the third practice session. In particular the Garnier Terrace and the Churchill Terrace.
Viewing for qualifying will be from the Garnier Terrace. Here clients will enjoy lunch on the terrace accompanied by a complimentary bar serving Champagne, fine wines, beers and soft drinks. Clients get to see cars race through the Casino square just before they taken on the famous hair pin bend of the course.
In the evening clients will attend an exclusive party held in the Churchill Suite of the Hotel de Paris. Music will be supplied by the unplugged band, the Gypsy Queens - considered one of the best live acts in the world. The party includes substantial finger food and a complimentary bar.
DAY 4: SUNDAY
Race day viewing will be taken from the Midi Terrace of the Hotel Hermitage. Clients will enjoy a private roped of section of the Midi Terrace accompanied by an adjoining raised terrace called the Belvedere. With views of the whole of the up hill straight and of the 'Piscine' area, clients really do get to see a good part of the racing. With a big screen opposite and with all of the yachts in the famous harbour, we believe there is no better place to watch the race from.
Clients will have lunch in the Eiffel Mezzanine Restaurant located inside the Hotel Hermitage, a short walk from the Midi Terrace. Throughout the day there will be a complimentary bar on the terrace and again whilst you enjoy your lunch.
After the race clients will have a few hours to relax and get changed in time for their transfer to Le Meridien Beach Plaza Hotel for diner at Amber Fusion.
After Amber Fusion clients have a private VIP table booked at the exclusive Amber Lounge party. Mix and mingle with the rich and famous of Monaco. Here the drivers attend and really let the hair down and the Monaco Grand Prix weekend comes to an almighty crescendo of music and glamour.
Bearing in mind the party goes on until 5am, clients will have cars waiting outside for them, enabling them to be taken back home as they wish.
DAY 5: MONDAY
Clients will be met at their hotel and transported back to the Heli port of Monaco for their return journey home.
UPGRADES
* Private Jet return flights
* Dinner with a driver of your choice
PRICE
*Based on a party of four people in a double suite the price is £31,495 per person.
We look forward to welcoming your guests to the event.
Monaco Grand Prix Experience 2010 - F1 Corporate Hospitality
We are pleased to announce the Monaco Grand Prix Experience (2010). The package is based on a first come first served basis with full amount required to secure the experience:
DAY 1: THURSDAY
Upon arrival into Nice/Cannes airport clients will be met and transferred onto a helicopter to take them along the stunning coastal route to Monaco. Once landed clients will be transferred in a private car for four nights accommodation in a double suite of the Hotel Hermitage on the sixth floor overlooking the harbour.
Thursday evening depending on the time of arrival is at clients leisure, Exclusive Lifestyle however are more than happy to book a table at any of Monaco's world famous Restaurants.
DAY 2: FRIDAY
You will be driven the short distance from the Hermitage to the entrance of the pit lane and paddock area and you will be met by Allan McNish (ex Toyota F1 driver and current Le Mans World Champion) for your private pit lane walk. Allan will explain in detail the goings on of the pit lane giving clients an invaluable insight into the preparation and execution of a Formula 1 team on race day.
After the pit lane walk you will be driven back to your hotel in good time for clients to get ready for the evening drinks reception.
Clients will take the short walk to the Hotel de Paris for an exclusive drinks reception with David Coulthard and Allan McNish. This is limited to 35 people on the Churchill Terrace of the Hotel de Paris, giving clients ample time to speak to both drivers. Overlooking the harbour this makes for a truly memorable evening.
After the drinks reception, clients will make the short walk to the front of the hotel to the Garnier Terrace. Here clients will enjoy a 5* dinner by the famous Hotel de Paris chefs. Overlooking Casino Square, this allows clients to feel the buzz that surrounds the beginning of the Grand Prix weekend. From the Ferrari's to the Bugatti's to the Casino, the sight's are truly spectacular.
DAY 3: SATURDAY
After breakfast clients have an 'all access' area pass giving clients free roam to enjoy the viewing areas of the Hotel de Paris for the third practice session. In particular the Garnier Terrace and the Churchill Terrace.
Viewing for qualifying will be from the Garnier Terrace. Here clients will enjoy lunch on the terrace accompanied by a complimentary bar serving Champagne, fine wines, beers and soft drinks. Clients get to see cars race through the Casino square just before they taken on the famous hair pin bend of the course.
In the evening clients will attend an exclusive party held in the Churchill Suite of the Hotel de Paris. Music will be supplied by the unplugged band, the Gypsy Queens - considered one of the best live acts in the world. The party includes substantial finger food and a complimentary bar.
DAY 4: SUNDAY
Race day viewing will be taken from the Midi Terrace of the Hotel Hermitage. Clients will enjoy a private roped of section of the Midi Terrace accompanied by an adjoining raised terrace called the Belvedere. With views of the whole of the up hill straight and of the 'Piscine' area, clients really do get to see a good part of the racing. With a big screen opposite and with all of the yachts in the famous harbour, we believe there is no better place to watch the race from.
Clients will have lunch in the Eiffel Mezzanine Restaurant located inside the Hotel Hermitage, a short walk from the Midi Terrace. Throughout the day there will be a complimentary bar on the terrace and again whilst you enjoy your lunch.
After the race clients will have a few hours to relax and get changed in time for their transfer to Le Meridien Beach Plaza Hotel for diner at Amber Fusion.
After Amber Fusion clients have a private VIP table booked at the exclusive Amber Lounge party. Mix and mingle with the rich and famous of Monaco. Here the drivers attend and really let the hair down and the Monaco Grand Prix weekend comes to an almighty crescendo of music and glamour.
Bearing in mind the party goes on until 5am, clients will have cars waiting outside for them, enabling them to be taken back home as they wish.
DAY 5: MONDAY
Clients will be met at their hotel and transported back to the Heli port of Monaco for their return journey home.
UPGRADES
* Private Jet return flights
* Dinner with a driver of your choice
PRICE
*Based on a party of four people in a double suite the price is £31,495 per person.
We look forward to welcoming your guests to the event.
...
Dan!
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On a more serious note, if you fancied sorting something out I've got a couple of quotes on chartering a jet from London -> Nice for the GP weekend.
US$15,000 max 8 people (7 really) Citation Jet. £1,200 per person based on 8, £1,372 based on 7.
US$17,000 Hawker Jet more comfy £1,361 per person based on 8.
Max US$20,000 allowing for fluctuations.
This would mean separately sorting a heli transfer from Nice, a place to view and accom for two nights....
Any interest?
US$15,000 max 8 people (7 really) Citation Jet. £1,200 per person based on 8, £1,372 based on 7.
US$17,000 Hawker Jet more comfy £1,361 per person based on 8.
Max US$20,000 allowing for fluctuations.
This would mean separately sorting a heli transfer from Nice, a place to view and accom for two nights....
Any interest?
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i am happy to go to Monaco and go car spotting, there is an MC12 around the harbour, check this out.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/trasosworldphotography/3723731254/in/faves-44883793@N05/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/jaspersimons/3330720149/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/trasosworldphotography/3723731254/in/faves-44883793@N05/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/jaspersimons/3330720149/
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1977 just watched,
Wolf doing well as a new'bi car, Tyrrell still doing their 6 wheel hgv type car, Lotus 77 on top form, Renault join after 100 years away from F1 with the first Turbo engine at 1.5ltr and Lauda back as No1 after 76 fire/crash...thankfully no one departed this world in 77...and Bernie's hair is still black...and I have just turned 8!
Wolf doing well as a new'bi car, Tyrrell still doing their 6 wheel hgv type car, Lotus 77 on top form, Renault join after 100 years away from F1 with the first Turbo engine at 1.5ltr and Lauda back as No1 after 76 fire/crash...thankfully no one departed this world in 77...and Bernie's hair is still black...and I have just turned 8!
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