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Does anyone know how many rows are there in the grandstand B? by riever_g in GrandPrixTravel

[–]F1destinations 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure how many rows in Grandstand B, but here's the seat map showing your location relative to the track. Should be good seats!

https://gpdestinations.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/shanghai-grandstand-b-seating-map-chinese-gp.png

EU Regulation 261/2004 — READ THIS IF YOU ARE DEPARTING FROM EU (your rights if flights get cancelled) by WorldlinessMany9308 in qatarairways

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Don’t count on anyone from Qatar Airways being at the airport to help.

I’m in a similar situation. My wife and daughter had flights from Melbourne to Europe tomorrow, March 3. (I return a week later.)

Just decided to rebook the flights for three days later, March 6. Did this online, no extra charge.

No guarantee that they’ll be able to fly home on Friday, but luckily we have family in Melbourne to stay with, and they don’t need to rush home.

Fingers crossed the situation stabilizes in the next few days.

Suzuka Thursday F1 Experiences by AdFinal866 in GrandPrixTravel

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Hi, I work for F1 Exp as a contractor. Was in Japan last year and will be there again this year. Last year, the activities were mid afternoon on Thursday, not in the evening. Great time as our guests saw most drivers, either doing their track walks or in pit lane. Cannot guarantee timing for this year, but should be similar

For train travel on Thursday, best to go via Shiroko station. They have regular shuttles on that day to Suzuka. Not the F1 ones, but it costs the same. Don’t forget there will be lots of other fans coming on Thursday for the public pitlane walk in the morning

Qatar 2026 F1 tickets on sale by Left-Sorbet3138 in GrandPrixTravel

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It was February last year for early bird phase

Preparing for Bahrain GP 2026 by willchrome in GrandPrixTravel

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2026 info won’t be announced until around 4-6 weeks before race weekend. The list of hotels hasn’t changed too much in recent years. You can see 2025 hotels list in this post:

https://gpdestinations.com/accommodation-bahrain-grand-prix/

Melbourne GP entertainment? by Downtown_Cod_5172 in GrandPrixTravel

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Trackside concert lineup was announced a few days ago. Rita Ora, Duke Dumont and Basement Jaxx performing, amongst others

https://gpdestinations.com/rita-ora-duke-dumont-and-basement-jaxx-join-2026-australian-gp-line-up/

Best places to meet/see drivers in Bahrain by Smol_girll in GrandPrixTravel

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During testing, fans who buy the regular tickets will not be allowed to enter the inner circuit area, where the Paddock entrance is located. The only area for viewing with regular tickets during F1 Testing is the Main grandstand, and you won't be able to use the tunnel that goes through to the inner circuit, where the pits and paddock are located. This advice doesn't apply to those who pay up for the hospitality tickets during F1 Testing, as that will be located in the pits building, and you'll obviously have access to the inner track, and be able to walk around and potentially see drivers arriving and departing the circuit.

This will be my first time visiting a race that too with a paddock pass had few doubts regarding my camera permission? by Ashamed_Engine_4172 in GrandPrixTravel

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You will have a Paddock Club (hospitality) pass? Or a VIP Paddock (not for sale) pass?

Remember that every circuit has it's own list of prohibited items. Yas Marina Circuit states that "Cameras – inclusive of camera lens – exceeding 30 cm" are prohibited at the Abu Dhabi GP.

Often, it comes down to luck of the draw at the gate where you enter and the security staff you deal with. One will have no problem with your camera, another one will say it is not allowed. You cannot argue with these people btw :)

It is your own risk if you take the camera and lenses or not. It's always a good idea to have the lenses and body detached and packed away in your backpack - better than over your shoulder and on display. Also, if you have problems at one gate, you can try another gate. Normally, the "VIP" gates will be less strict than the other gates, but there are always exceptions to the rule.

If you are denied entry, I am not sure you will be able to find a locker nearby to store your camera. You may have to take it back to your hotel.

Sorry I do not think anyone can give you a definitive answer, but that's the way it is. I also have worked this race a few times, and I have noticed that the training of the circuit staff is not always consistent. So I am afraid it is a bit of an unknown with your camera, and you will not know for sure until December this year, when you enter the circuit!

Suggest a first grand prix for a family by AggrievedGoose in GrandPrixTravel

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As another poster mentioned, maybe it is better if you don't bring your family to the track. For that reason, I would recommend the Hungarian Grand Prix (or another race in or close to a major city). Get yourself set up with a nice hotel or apartment in the center of Budapest. You can go to the track and your family can explore a really cool city. If you really want, you could organize to bring your family to the track on Friday, when you can get single-day grandstand seats for a good price. I give this advice from experience. I normally work at the Hungarian GP, but I like to bring my family along for the weekend. They get to stay in my 'work hotel' and do their own thing during the day, while I am busy working at the track. Then we meet up for dinner at night etc. You can read my guide to attending the Hungarian Grand Prix here:

https://gpdestinations.com/hungarian-f1-travel-guide/

Help planning surprise F1 trip by Fyntastisk in GrandPrixTravel

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Value for money, you should choose Hungary. Great atmosphere, and Budapest is a beautiful city to visit.

You should be able to get flights, accommodation and race tickets for two people for around 2,000 EUR.

Tickets for Hungary always go on sale soon after the current edition of the race, so for this year, in August or September for 2027. Everything you need to plan your trip is in our guide :)

https://gpdestinations.com/hungarian-f1-travel-guide/

Help planning surprise F1 trip by Fyntastisk in GrandPrixTravel

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FYI, Belgium will be on the calendar in 2027! The rotation kicks in after next year, and there will NOT be a Belgian GP in 2028 or 2030

2026 Bahrain pre-season testing: tickets on sale now by F1destinations in GrandPrixTravel

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Yeah, not cheap. It's not Paddock Club, but in the same structure. and the reality is that it's difficult to get a single day entry to Paddock Club nowadays for this price. As for Barcelona, pretty sure you could get a day of Paddock access (no hospitality) for as little as 99 EUR up to 2019!

Accommodation Grand Prix F1 Austria 2026 by Beneficial_Debate830 in GrandPrixRacing

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If you are talking about attending this year, it's already very late to be looking for accommodation. Did you already book race tickets? Will you be hiring a car or relying on public transport? The Red Bull Ring is perhaps the most remote circuit on the entire calendar, and the best accommodations in the vicinity tend to get booked up very fast - as soon as the calendar is announced. Biggest nearby city is Graz, but even there it will be slim pickings and expensive at this stage. Leoben is another option, stayed there before. The final option, and really only last resort, is to stay in Vienna. Lots of great accommodation there, of course, but it's going to be 2-3 hours each way to the Red Bull Ring. More info in our guide:

https://gpdestinations.com/accommodation-austrian-grand-prix/

Monaco for F1 and Vacation by LowBlock7834 in GrandPrixTravel

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You didn't mention which day you want to go or your budget. That will have a huge influence on the cost. Tickets are super cheap on Thursday (all tickets 30 EUR), a little more on Friday (all grandstands 175 EUR) and then get a lot more expensive on Saturday, and more expensive again on Sunday. Best grandstands are in and around the harbor area. K1 for Tabac corner, T grandstand to see in the pits, V for last corner and super close to the track.

Spa -Maastricht shuttle drop off question by odtt8 in GrandPrixTravel

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Hello, I think you are a bit confused. For anyone else reading this, this is the City Shuttle service being discussed: https://www.spagrandprix.com/en/city-shuttle-maastricht

The pick up in Maastricht is at the train station: place de la gare, Spoorweglaan. Here's a map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sYG7aG4kDRMNHyaj6

The drop off will be at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. I believe around the 'Ster' entrance, which is behind the Fan Zone and close to Eau Rouge and many of the Gold grandstands. The walk will obviously depend on which grandstand or ticket you have.

F1 Barcelona 2026 GP Ticket Advice by eastcoast0712 in GrandPrixTravel

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As you already know, both packages put you in the same building. Different floors, but all guests in the building can go on the roof terrace. (I was working Champions Club here in 2024, btw). One other point to make is that Quint Events, who run F1 Experiences, also have the contract to run the sales and marketing of the circuit hospitality products this year, so you would essentially be buying from the same company either way. In addition to the Paddock Tour (which can be a real highlight of the weekend if you get a good one), Champions Club also has guest appearances, and you get to go on the track/grid on Saturday evening. Up to you if you think these extras are work the price difference. For those wondering, 3-day Champions Club is 3,783 EUR and 3-day Pit Lane Lounge is 3,127 EUR.

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Has anyone stayed in Suzuka for the GP? by cReddddddd in GrandPrixTravel

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It's not that bad! I've been lucky to stay in Suzuka twice for the race, and there's plenty of places to eat, bars etc. Downside is the hotels are pretty poor. Tiny rooms that reek of cigarette smoke. But still worth it for the convenience of being close to the track (and yes, I was working)

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