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BOOK NOW FOR 2009 Quick Link menu (click to jump to more information) Introduction Summary of package...
The opening race of 2008 in Melbourne was a good indicator for the season to come. Hamilton led from pole position thereby avoiding the first lap chaos involving five cars including local hero Mark Webber. The BMW Sauber of Kubica was fast in qualifying and from second on the grid he pushed Hamilton for much of the race. Both Ferraris retired but not before a coming together for Massa and a couple of trips into the gravel for Raikkonen and the safety car was deployed on three occasions. Such was the rate of attrition that only seven cars finished the race. In 2009 the race will start at a very civilised 5pm local time. It’s the perfect excuse to party late on Saturday in the many bars and restaurants downtown and along the Yarra River and enjoy a lazy Sunday morning before making your way to Albert Park for the day’s events. Party and sport is what Melbourne does best although there’s no shortage of sights to see in and around the city. The free hop on, hop off city circle tram is an excellent way to get around, you can visit the hallowed Melbourne Cricket Ground, dive with sharks at the Aquarium or take excursions to visit the goldfields, wineries and the world’s smallest penguins on Philip Island. There’s no doubt that Melbourne is a great place for a race. Spectator facilities are excellent and getting there is easy from the city centre by the non-stop free tram service. At the track there are restaurants, exhibits, celebrity races, V8 supercars and historic car demonstrations. Everywhere there are giant screens and, when the race is over you are welcome to walk the track!
As the next race is in Malaysia on 5 April why not spend a couple of days in Sydney and then join us in Kuala Lumpur for another weekend of racing action! Once you are in Australia the possibilities are endless – just tell us where you want to go and we will arrange it for you. Tailor Made Holidays... Australia is a magical land of endless possibilities. Whether you want to visit the cities, the rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef or Ayers Rock and the Outback we can arrange it for you reserving your flights, hotels and excursions.
The Malaysian Grand Prix
takes place just one week later on 23 March – combine two Grands Prix in one
holiday! Between races you can spend a few days in Sydney, on the Reef, in
Borneo, Penang or Langkawi. The choices are endless! Why not use our
expertise to turn your Grand Prix weekend into the holiday of a lifetime?
Just give us a call- our number is at the bottom of every page.
Sample itinerary... 3 or 4 nights in MelbourneThursday 26 or Friday 27 March On arrival in Melbourne make your way to your hotel where accommodation is reserved for you on room only basis. The weekend is then free for you to make your way to and from the circuit as you wish and to enjoy the sights and restaurants of the city. Monday 30 March Check out at your leisure and make your way back to the airport for your flight home or to continue your holiday in Australia. Prices and what is included...
Grandstand tickets...
Circuit map... (click to enlarge)
Rendezvous Duxton * * * * A heritage hotel in the downtown district and on Flinders Street. The free tram to the circuit in Albert Park is just a couple of minutes walk. Facing the Yarra River the hotel is opposite the Southbank entertainment area.
The hotel has a gym, bar and restaurant and offers 24 hour room service. Rooms are contempory and well-appointed and the front desk offers an excellent range of services
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