GP Traveller Spanish F1 Grand Prix Mini Guide

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GP TRAVELLER BARCELONA MINI GUIDE

The Spanish Grand Prix is one of Formula Ones

Where’s the party?

traditional races and Barcelona has been its home

The Circuit de Barcelona Catalunya is just 30

since 1991. The modern facilities at the Circuit de

minutes from Barcelona on the AP7 motorway,

Barcelona-Catalunya coupled with fantastic food,

which connects France with Catalonia, Madrid

great weather, history, culture and architecture

and Zaragoza.

make it an attractive F1 destination for race fans.

Spain’s interest in Formula One has increased greatly since Fernando Alonso joined the grid in 2003. As well as becoming a double World Champion, he was the first Spaniard to win at his home circuit.

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When in Barcelona...

Barcelona's 5 kilometres of beaches are one of the

Park Güell is a pleasant way to spend a morning and

city's main attractions. St Sebastia, Barceloneta and

take in the surreal, sculpted architecture of Antoni

Somorrostro are the largest and often the busiest,

Gaudi.

but beyond the Port Olympico is Nova Icaria Beach, which arguably has the best seaside atmosphere.

The 14th-century Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, also known as the "cathedral of La Ribera", is one of

Home to creatives and interesting boutiques, the El

the most perfect examples of Gothic style

Born neighbourhood is good for one-of-a-kind

architecture.

pieces by Catalan designers.

Tibidabo mountain is the highest mountain in the The Gothic quarter is home to a labyrinth of narrow

Sierra de Collserola range and has beautiful views

winding streets as well as the magnificent cathedral.

overlooking Barcelona.

Laced with gargoyles and stone intricacies La

The UNESCO- listed Casa Milà is one of Gaudí’s most

Catedral de Barcelona is a great example of Catalan

iconic buildings. Built between 1906 and 1912, the

Gothic architecture.

building is loved for its unique shape and façade.

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When you’re hungry go to...

A cosy tavern of gastronomic delight lies opposite

Grand Hotel Central boasts bird’s eye views next to

the famous Botero cat sculpture in El Raval.

Barcelona Cathedral in the heart of the city. The

Suculent has an astonishing menu of tapas at a

rooftop pool deck and bar is the perfect place to

reasonable price.

hangout with a cocktail after a day at the circuit.

Picnic Restaurant gets busy on weekends with

Hotel Brummell. This thoughtfully designed 20 room

hungry customers looking for brunch. It’s also good

hotel in Poble Sec is off the beaten track, but still an

for lunch, dinner and cocktails but be sure to book

easy walk to the city. Book a room with a terrace and

ahead.

outdoor soaking tub. The weekend brunch is popular with locals.

La Barceloneta sits along the neighbourhood of the same name and is full of family-run fish restaurants.

Hotel DO: Plaça Reial is located in one of the most historic squares in the city. This boutique hotel has

You’ll want to stay at...

an excellent restaurant, roof terrace, pool and spa.

The ultra modern 44-storey Hotel Arts Barcelona has everything a GP Traveller could dream of - close

Most of the 18 luxury rooms have views over the Plaça Reial.

proximity to the beach, jaw dropping views, a sleek swimming pool and spa, plus a two michelin-starred restaurant. gptraveller.co.uk

FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX

The Singapore Grand Prix™ is a truly special race, in a place that’s like nowhere else on earth. It stands out as the only regular night race on the Formula One™ calendar. It also takes place on a floodlit street circuit, where sharp twists and turns are plentiful.

The fact that said street circuit is in the city-state of Singapore - where giant vertical gardens stand alongside huge futuristic skyscrapers - only adds to the allure. In other words, it’s a must-visit for F1™ fans and travel-lovers alike.

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