In 2008 Lewis Hamilton added his name to the illustrious list of winners of the fabled Monaco Grand Prix. It was good strategy, sensible driving and a certain amount of luck which gave him the victory.  Adrian Sutil in his Force India had the drive of his life and had it not been for a shunt from Raikkonen he would have taken 4th place and points.  As with so many races in 2008 it was good to see an unusual mix of teams and drivers in the top eight.

New race venues may try to emulate it but there’s no substitute for the real thing.  Monaco enjoys a spectacular setting on a beautiful stretch of coastline and your first view of it is always breathtaking.

Considering the size of the Principality the organisation required to accommodate the thousands of spectators, the teams and the trucks is awesome.  It is achieved with precision and begins just after Easter when the grandstands and miles of armco barrier start to be erected.  On the Monday before the race the transporters begin to make their way slowly and carefully through the narrow streets to drop off their precious cargo in the paddock. Elsewhere in Monaco the souvenir stalls go up, the harbour fills with yachts, final touches are made to the hospitality areas and extra supplies delivered to the bars, restaurants and shops.  Then suddenly, on Thursday morning, Monaco is rocked by the noise of F1 engines thundering around the tight street circuit.

Our supplier has been organising holidays to Monaco for many years and you can be sure that wherever you stay you will be well looked after.  These tours give you the flexibility to fly from an airport near you or, if you prefer, we can arrange for you to travel by train or by car to Monaco, with overnight stops en route to break your journeys.  Hotels in all categories are available and if you are staying outside Monaco we have included rail tickets for the weekend.  This means you can come and go at times to suit you.  We will be on hand throughout your stay for advice and assistance.

Hotels in Bealieau, Monaco, Beausoleil or Cap d'Ail...
In Monaco you are on the spot and can watch it all happen as it happens.  At the same time you can visit the many other attractions on offer in the Principality and along the coast.   The changing of the guard takes place daily on the rock, the Prince’s car collection is open to visitors, the many fragrant gardens are havens of peace and the beach is white and pristine.  The frequent coastal rail service will take you east to Menton or Italy and west to Nice, Juan-les-Pins and Cannes. 

Beaulieu is a quieter resort midway between Nice and Monaco.  Here too there is a pleasant white beach, casino and marina with plenty of shops and restaurants.  It is a delightful resort and very convenient for Monaco.

Accommodation at all hotels is on bed and breakfast basis.

4 to 7 nights in a choice of hotels - itinerary

Monday 18 to Thursday 21 May
Fly from your preferred UK airport Nice where you will be met and taken to your chosen hotel.  The days are then free to enjoy as you wish – shopping, sightseeing and watching practice sessions, supporting events and the Grand Prix.

Monday 25 May
Free until your return transfer to the airport to check in for your flight to the UK. 

Hotels...
 

Marcellin * *

Refurbished in traditional style and provencale colours this is a good hotel in the centre of Beaulieu.  The family are very welcoming and bedrooms are delightful.  Private bathrooms, TV and telephone are standard and there is a small garden where you can sit quietly and enjoy the sunshine.

Boeri * *

A small family-run hotel well located on the street where France adjoins Monaco.  Just beneath is the market and the Boulevard des Moulins – one of the main shopping areas in the Principality.  Not ten minutes walk from the hotel is Casino Square.   Bedrooms all have bathroom, TV, telephone and air-conditioning.

Alexandra * * *

Just a couple of minutes from Casino Square in Monaco, this is an excellent and very popular hotel.  The staff are very friendly, there are plenty of shops close by and breakfast is served in your room – a real treat!   Bedrooms have bathroom, TV and telephone.

Marriott, Cap d’Ail ****
A modern hotel on border of France and Monaco, it is close to the heliport, opposite Monaco sports stadium and by Fontvieille beach and marina.  The hotel has a bar, restaurant and swimming pool and the rooms are spacious and very comfortable.  The hotel offers a shuttle service into Monaco but you can walk to the harbour and Grandstand K, for example, in fifteen minutes.

Fairmont, Monaco ****L
Located on the famous hairpin bend the hotel has its own casino, a pool deck and sun terrace – from where you can watch the race – a gym, excellent piano-bar and a choice of restaurants.  Front desk services are excellent. 

Le Meridien Beach Plaza, Monaco ****
A resort hotel with private beach and sea club with indoor and outdoor swimming pools.   The terrace is perfect for relaxing with a snack or a drink, the restaurant is 24 hours and bedrooms are beautifully designed, spacious and very comfortable.  Casino Square is approximately fifteen minutes on foot from the hotel.  To get to the grandstands in the harbour you can take a taxi, the local bus or the water taxi from the hotel to the T opposite the swimming pool.

Prices...

Prices are based on flights from Stansted or Luton to Nice.  Flights from alternative London and regional airports can also be reserved for you.  All flights are subject to availability and should any supplements be applicable due to increased air fares at the time of booking you will be advised before your booking is confirmed.

N.B.  If your travel dates are flexible so are we and better deals may be available – call us to discuss it further.

These prices are valid for 2009
Rocher de Monaco and Z1 are standing only areas.  Rocher is the general admission area on the side of the rock.  Viewing is distant but you do have a view over the whole of the harbour.  A grandstand ticket does not give access to the Rocher or to the Z1 enclosure.
None of the grandstands or standing areas are covered.
For Saturday and Sunday all grandstand seats are numbered.
From L and the higher rows of T stand you can see the pit lane.
Grandstand E is only accessible by boat from the opposite quay.
You can see a giant screen from B, K, L, M, N, O, P, T, V and Rocher de Monaco
Children up to 5 years of age have free access provided that in the grandstand they sit on the knee of an accompanying adult.  Otherwise a full price ticket is required.

Thursday 21 May - Grandstand seats are not numbered
Grandstands K & M is a combined ticket giving you access to any seat within these stands
Grandstands N, O & P is a combined ticket giving you access to any seat within these stands.

Friday 22 May
There is no Formula One practice today but there is practice and qualifying in the morning for supporting events.  Entrance to all open stands is free.

Monaco Grand Prix Circuit Hospitality ...

The section of track along the start/finish straight and behind the swimming pool complex is surrounded by private apartment buildings with balconies and terraaces enjoying spectacular views over the harbour. 

Some of these apartments are perfect for hosting Grand Prix guests in luxurious surroundings.  Whichever option you choose, your view will differ slightly depending on the exact location of the apartment building but it will be sensational!   Each balcony can accommodate a different number  of people so you can be sure that it will not be overcrowded and your view of the track will not be impeded.  You are guaranteed VIP treatment – the perfect way to watch the Monaco Grand Prix!

Each day you will enjoy:

Official accreditation for access to the apartment building and balcony or terrace
Hostesses to welcome you and to ensure that you have everything you need during the day
A reserved seat for lunch
TV screens inside the apartment to follow the entire race
Champagne open bar
Welcome breakfast
Exquisitely catered lunch buffet with different menus each day and accompanied by specially chosen wines
Ear plus, race porogramme

You are of course free to come and go as you wish throughout.  All prices are per person and valid for two days – Saturday 23 & Sunday 24 May.

1st Floor Balcony of the Ermanno Palace

The Ermanno Palace building is located on Ste Devote – the first corner of the track.

From the balcony you will see the start line, Ste Devote bend and the beginning of the climb up the Avenue d’Ostende towards Casino.   Being on just the first floor you do not have views over the harbour but you are very close to the track, the cars, the noise, the smell – you are right on top of the action!  £1549 per person

7th Floor Balcony of the Shangri-La

The Shangri-La building is located immediately behind the swimming pool so central on the start/finish straight and with a view over the entire harbour.  You can see the start line, Ste Devote, the Avenue d’Ostende hill up to Casino, the exit of the tunnel, the chicane, Tabac corner, the swimming pool complex and the Rascasse hairpin.  This is a large terrace with a great view.
£1859 per person

10th Floor Balcony of the Ermanno Palace

From this 10th floor balcony you will have wonderful views of the start line, Ste Devote, the Avenue d’Ostende, the exit of the tunnel, chicane, Tabac corner and the swimming pool curve.  In addition you will have a good view of the pit lane entrance and exit. £2339 per person

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