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The F1 Spanish Grand Prix is one of the most exciting events on the racing lineup. The race provides a distinctive mix of Mediterranean charm as well as world-class motorsport. For luxury enthusiasts, this renowned race just outside of Barcelona, in Montmeló, is a trip to the finer side of Formula 1. With magnificent accommodation, welcoming hospitality, private tours, and luxury dining experiences, the Spanish Grand Prix is undoubtedly an ideal place to spend your weekend. This blog will guide you on how to fully immerse yourself in the iconic F1 experience at the Spanish Grand Prix.

The Circuit de Catalunya

Just a 30-minute journey from Barcelona, the Circuit de Catalunya is a preference amongst both drivers and fans alike  Known for its difficult layout, consisting of complex corners and high speed straights, it is truly thrilling to watch as a viewer. The track’s

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Anyone who has tried knows that planning a journey in South America can be a daunting experience. Whether you aim to take part in a Brazilian carnaval or just lay back and enjoy an enriching Galapagos cruise, countless aspects are involved in traveling around this vast, mainly Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking continent. So, when arranging your ideal South American journey, exactly how can you avoid getting lost in all the details and complexities?

When it comes to planning a trip to South America, you usually have three options:

• You can try to do it all on your own (a potentially disastrous DIY approach)
• Go through a travel agency, or
• Book your travel through an experienced tour operator

Before going further, though, note that travel agents and tour operators play two different roles. A travel agency acts as an intermediary; they purchase tickets from airlines and secure reservations

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We recently travelled to the United Kingdom with our family and travelling with children means that typically you can’t sit still for more than a few moments. Our days were filled to the brim with our excited toddler always wondering “what are we doing after this sleep?” As we were on a budget, we were delighted to discover that the UK offers many gorgeous woodlands, well-equipped neighbourhood parks and even free paddling pools to keep little ones entertained. But we also wanted to get out and explore some of the more popular kid-friendly destinations.

Wanting to avoid London due to the crowds and high transport costs, we discovered a variety of affordable, fun-filled activities to choose from within about an hour or two of the capital and keeping in the south to south-west of the country where we were based. While this

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Foodies talk of Emilia Romagna‘s produce with religious awe. Cathedrals of cheese. Heavenly wine cellars. God-given truffles.

Tastes that have endured for centuries, sometimes millennia: balsamic vinegar, prosciutto, parmigiana reggiano, lambrusco, pasta, tomatoes and truffles. A gourmet’s directory of 26 food museums, 24 DOC wines, plus numerous festivals of prosciutto, truffles and more.

Throw in the dramatic architecture of Bologna, Modena and Parma, with an operatic soundtrack, and Emilia Romagna is a dream destination for the ultimate foodie road trip.

Balsamic vinegar

Drop the vinegar. They simply call it balsamic round these parts as it is a balm that soothes and restores: albeit at a price.

True balsamic, like a fine wine, has a protected origin, a DOC. If you’re putting a bottle of balsamic vinegar in your supermarket trolley, to serve as a salad dressing, it’s unlikely to be one of the region’s finest.

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