2008 French Grand Prix - Magny Cours, June 22

Everyone has their own reason for going to Magny-Cours. The drivers love the challenge of the track, the engineers love the technical demands of balancing aero grip and straight-line speed, and the fans love the serene setting.

“I know the Magny-Cours region quite well,” says Michelin’s Pierre Dupasquier. “It is near to our base in Clermont Ferrand and one of the things I like to do over the GP weekend - if I have time - is have a drink in a café where the Loire and Bec D’Applier rivers meet. It’s a beautiful spot.”

Indeed, the relaxed atmosphere of rural France makes Magny-Cours a very pleasant stop-off during a particularly busy time on the Formula One calendar. Williams' Director of Engineering Patrick Head loves the journey to the race so much he completes it every year from England on a motorbike. Other F1 folk enjoy the event for the beautiful chateaux nearby and some of the Loire region's best wineries, which are just a stone’s-throw away.

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2008 British Grand Prix - Silverstone, July 06

There is an inextricable link between England and Formula One racing. Take three facts: (1) Silverstone is the oldest race on the calendar; (2) England is home to six of the teams (McLaren, Williams, Red Bull, Renault, Midland and BAR) and (3) the sport’s commercial management is based in London.

The UK has a unique blend of beautiful countryside, great cities and some mouth watering architecture, making it a must-see for all travellers. And London, in the words of Hollywood star Samuel L Jackson, is 'just cool'.

From a driver’s perspective, Silverstone’s 5.1 kilometres are some of the most formidable on the Formula One calendar. The track, a former World War II aerodrome, is fast and a quick lap time requires bravery and finesse.

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2008 German Grand Prix - Hockenheim, July 20

The north Rhine region of Germany is recognised for its unspoilt beauty and nowhere is that description more justified than in the Eifel Mountains, the home of the Nurburgring. The countryside hasn’t changed for centuries, except for the building of the two tracks: the glorious Nordschliefe in 1925 and the shorter version, which is where the German Grand Prix is held, in 1982.

“I love racing at the Nurburgring,” says Ralf Schumacher. “Obviously it’s nice to be racing on home turf, but there is more to it than that. I love the countryside surrounding the track: I like walking in the Eifel Mountains and it’s also a very good place to go hunting.”

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2008 Hungarian Grand Prix - Budapest, August 03

The Hungaroring track is situated 20 kilometres north of Budapest, so the Hungarian Grand Prix gives you the perfect opportunity to explore one of the most beautiful cities in central Europe. Known as the ‘Paris of central Europe’ and ‘the Queen of the Danube’, Budapest is adorned with beautiful architecture, most of which was built towards the end of the 19th century when the city enjoyed a boom during the industrial revolution. The four ornate bridges that link Buda and Pest were built at this time. The weather is invariably hot around race time, which only adds to the enjoyment of your visit.

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2008 Belgium Grand Prix - Spa-Francorchamps, September 07

Aside from being the home to one of the greatest circuits on the Formula One calendar, Spa is recognised throughout the world for its water. The Romans were the first people to discover its natural springs deep in the Ardennes countryside, and people still visit the town today in search of hydrotherapy. The biggest industry in the town is the famous bottled water company, Spa.

The mention of water is never far from people’s lips at the circuit, which is eight kilometres from the town. One of the most fearsome corners on the lap is Pouhon, which translates into English as ‘water well’ and the Ardennes has a micro-climate all of its own, hence rain tyres are never far from the cars.

The bright lights of Liege and Brussels are a 40-minute and two-hour drive respectively, so there is something for everyone at the Belgian Grand Prix.

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2008 Monza Tifosi Tour - Monza, September 14

For F1 enthusiasts, Italian Grand prix is the place to be. This race is one of the ultimate events of the season.

Your package is divided in two parts. The first is more cultural and includes a tour of a factory and museums and the second part includes your stay in Garlate and the Monza event. Your first night will be spent in Mordano at the Panazza Hotel.

You will be staying in Garlate for the next five days. This magnificent city is located about 40 km from Milan and 30 minutes from the F1 circuit. The scenery is breathtaking, with Lake of Lecco and the beautiful mountains. We have chosen the Nuovo Hotel of Garlate.

On Friday, after your return from the racetrack, you will be invited to a cocktail party at your hotel. Come and share your passion with other car racing enthusiasts. The Saturday and Sunday schedules are the same: early departure from your hotel to Monza and return at the end of the afternoon.

Don’t miss this special Italian tour!

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2008 Chinese Grand Prix - Shanghai, October 19

Being the industrial and financial capital of China, Shanghai is the country’s economic shop window. An increasing number of western businesses have offices situated in the Bund district, with the result that the city has enjoyed double-digit economic growth for more than a decade.

Increased wealth has brought with it a relentless building and promotional phase, of which Shanghai International Circuit (SIC) is one such example. It is the benchmark against which all modern tracks are judged. The drivers enjoy the challenge and the spectator facilities are second-to-none.

Shanghai’s Pudong district, east of the Huangpu River, houses the major bars and clubs, while the aforementioned Bund is home to big business and the best shopping in China. However, don’t let all the development fool you. The city has lost none of its Oriental magic: the markets, architecture and 6.5 million cyclists remind you that you are still very much in the Far East.

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2008 Brazilian Grand Prix - Sao Paulo, November 02

If you like big cities, you’ll love Sao Paulo and the Brazilian Grand Prix. It’s big, it’s exciting and it’s becoming increasingly multi-cultural, thanks to its large number of émigrés. The famous shanty towns, or favellas, still dominate the suburbs, but the city’s reputation is very much on the up - as people who live there will tell you.

The city has many beautiful parts like the open spaces of central Sao Paulo: the Jardins, the parks, the area around the palace (now a museum) in the centre of town, and even the central business district.

The Interlagos track is 16 kilometres south of Sao Paulo’s city centre and provides the drivers and engineers with many challenges, not least because the track runs in an anti-clockwise direction and is at high altitude, which makes it tough for the engines. The atmosphere on race day is fantastic, with the fans almost tribal in their appreciation of Barrichello.

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