FORMULA 1 2015 SEASON LONG PROGRAMME
AN INTRODUCTION TO EDGE GLOBAL EVENTS Established in 2008, Edge is a unique British sports lifestyle company, offering unparalleled experiences at all the Formula 1races globally. We operate very closely with many of the F1teams, and are able to offer very exclusive access to the teams at all the F1races, including: • Garage access, including the ultimate F1 experience of being able to watch the practice sessions from INSIDE the garage • Paddock access • Pit Lane walks • Meet and greets with the F1drivers during the race weekend • Our clients are VVIP guests of the team throughout the weekend, enjoying the finest hospitality in a private team suite above the garage. Normally the reserve of celebrity guests and high-level team sponsors, we are able to offer this level of access as a result of our long-term relationships with the Formula 1 teams. We believe that our services are so unique that they would perfectly suit your VIP guests.
TEAM PADDOCK CLUB HOSPITALITY The 2015F1 season is set to be another great year, with an astonishing 20 races on 5 continents. At Edge, we dare to be different, with bespoke F1 packages and amazing experiences that exactly fit our client requirements. In our opinion, Paddock Club, is the finest Sports Hospitality available for ANY Sport. As a Paddock Club Guest at any race we guarantee: Front-row viewing from above the team garages Pit lane tours throughout the weekend VIP access to the Support Paddock Morning tea with delicious artisan pastries Open bar stocked with plenty of Mumm Champagne Gourmet cuisine with world-class wine Private entry to the circuit Complimentary programme and a pair of official ear plugs Plus the following Team Exclusive extras: Daily driver appearances with photo & autograph opportunities Get behind the ropes of the Red Bull Garage during the pit walk Access to the Support Race Paddock Exclusive team gift bag & F1merchandise races on the 2014 calendar.
2015 F1 CALENDAR RACE
MONTH
DATES
LOCATION
1 Australia
March
13-15
Albert Park, Melbourne
2 Malaysia
March
27-29
Sepang, Malaysia
3 Bahrain
April
03-05
Bahrain Intl Circuit, Bahrain
4 China
April
17-19
Shanghai Intl Circuit, Shanghai
5 Spain
May
08-10
Circuit De Catalunya, Barcelona
6 Monaco
May
22-24
Circuit De Monaco, Monte Carlo
7 Canada
June
05-07
Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, Montreal
8 Austria
June
19-21
Red Bull Ring, Speilberg
9 Britain
July
03-05
Silverstone Circuit
10 Germany
July
17-19
Nurburgring
11 Hungary
July
24-26
Hungaroring, Budapest
12. Belgium
August
21-23
Circuit Spa Francorchamps
13. Italy
September
04-06
Autodromo Nazionale Monza
14. Singapore
September
18-20
Marina Bay Street Circuit
15. Japan
September
25-27
Suzuka Circuit
16. Russia
October
09-11
Sochi Autodrom
17. Mexico
October
23-25
Aut贸dromo Hermanos Rodr铆guez
18. USA
Oct/Nov
30-01
Circuit of the Americas, Austin
19. Brazil
November
13-15
Interlagos, Sao Paulo
20. Abu Dhabi November
27-29
Yas Marina Circuit
Oct
Sun 25
Mexico
Coming Soon
Nov
Sun 01
Austin
Coming Soon
Nov
Sun 15
Brazil
Coming Soon
Nov
Sun 29
Abu Dhabi
Coming Soon
RACE 1 MELBOURNE 13-15 MARCH 2015 The 2015 Formula One season begins in earnest at Albert Park Circuit, a track famous for its high-octane thrills and distinctive atmosphere. Situated a short jaunt from Melbourne city centre, Albert Park is the ideal starting point for the racing calendar to roar into life. Melbourne is a thoroughly modern city, with a creative heart and wild party scene. There are numerous restaurants with fine-dining and a thriving variety of ethnic food, resultant of the eclectic melting-pot of cultures that make the city unique. We recommend: -4nights (Thurs-Mon) at your choice of the 5*Crown Towers or 5* Park Hyatt -Red Bull Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Fri/Sat/Sun) -Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 2 MALYASIA 27-29 MARCH 2015 Being a purpose-built F1 track, the Sepang International Circuit offers the first real opportunity of the year to check who's hot and who's not after the season opener in Melbourne. High humidity conditions make this race physically wearing for both the cars and drivers and because of this the Malaysian Grand Prix is likely to be a tough and action packed! As a city, Kuala Lumpur radiates an exciting, enticing charm with its delightful mix of cross-cultural influences and traditions. KL has a lively nightlife scene with numerous bars and restaurants. We recommend: - 4 nights (Thurs-Mon) at your choice of the 5*Ritz Carlton or 5* Mandarin Oriental - Mercedes Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Fri/Sat/Sun) - Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 3 BAHRAIN 03-05 APRIL 2015 The third race of the season takes place in Bahrain and it is another night race! In 2014 the Bahrain Grand Prix produced what was arguably the race of the season and the ‘Home of motorsports in the Middle East’ is sure to put on another scintillating performance in 2015. Manama, capital of the island nation of Bahrain, is a major financial centre and boasts a skyline decorated with glass and steel spires, with plans for the tallest tower in the world. Manama has a thriving nightlife, with clubs and bars popular with visitors from all over the world. We recommend: - 3 nights (Fri-Mon) at the 5*Ritz Carlton - Ferrari Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Fri/Sat/Sun) - Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 4 CHINA 17-19 APRIL 2015 It’s known as the ‘Land of the Sleeping Giant’, but Shanghai is certainly not sleepy during the Grand Prix! More than 150,000 fans are expected to make this a fun filled and action packed weekend. The Shanghai International Circuit plays host to the race and has the distinction of being the most expensive Formula One circuit facility in history, costing $240 million. The track is 5.451 km long and features one of the trickiest corners combinations on the Formula One calendar. Excitement is pretty much guaranteed! We recommend: - 4 nights (Thurs-Mon) at your choice the 5* Park Hyatt or 5*Ritz Carlton - Red Bull Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Fri/Sat/Sun) - Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 5 BARCELONA 08-10 MAY 2015 Circuit de Catalunya is a modern, winding track that is sure to produce thrills and spills over Grand Prix weekend. With the capacity for 107,000 fans the atmosphere is electric and outstanding facilities mean that your every requirement will be catered for. As a city, Barcelona makes the perfect weekend getaway. You will be welcomed by a city that is exquisite, idiosyncratic, bold and more fun that you ever thought it could be! Culturally diverse with a vibrant nightlight, Barcelona also boasts warm sunshine for most of the year. We recommend: -3nights (Fri-Mon) at your choice of the 5*Hotel Arts or 5* W Hotel -Mercedes Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) -Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 6 MONACO 22-24 MAY 2015 The Monaco Grand Prix is probably the most iconic race in world motor sport. Set upon the glistening streets of Monte Carlo and with its sumptuous Marina section, Monaco is a Mecca for every F1enthusiast. Monte Carlo is a thoroughbred driver’s circuit, pushing their motoring skills to the limit. There are a number of tight turns, particularly the first and it’s no coincidence that our Ermanno Palace private hospitality suite overlooks the start/finish line and turn 1 to ensure you won’t miss a moment of the action! We recommend: -4nights (Thurs-Mon) at the 5* Hotel Metropole -Red Bull Energy Station (VIP access all day Friday & Saturday night party) -Ermanno Palace 7thFloor Hospitality (Sat/Sun) -Helicopter transfers Pricing:
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RACE 7 CANADA 03-05 JUNE 2015 There are few places on earth that embrace Formula One like the Canadian city of Montreal. Fans will travel from every part of the globe with one common objective –to get the most out of their 72hours and enjoy the Grand Prix weekend! Montreal is a lively, cosmopolitan city which is easy to get around on foot and great for sightseeing. The city has a reputation for some of the finest restaurants in the world and each evening Montreal’s French quarter will come alive with Grand Prix fans enjoying the party atmosphere. Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, located on Notre Dame Island, is one of the most beautiful F1 tracks on the calendar. But whilst it may be pretty, it certainly isn’t easy! Known for tricky hairpin bends, kilometre-long straight and the famous ‘Wall of Champions’ –this is a true test for even the most experienced drivers. We recommend: -4nights (Thurs-Mon) at your choice of the 5*Hotel Le St James or 5* W Hotel -Ferrari Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Fri/Sat/Sun) -Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 8 AUSTRIA 19-21 JUNE 2015 F1 returns to the Red Bull Ring in Austria for a second season. The Red Bull Racing Team put in an uncharacteristically disappointing performance at their home race last year and they will be eager to make amends in front of their local fans. Hotel options close by the Red Bull Ring are somewhat sparse and lacking in 5 star quality. Our recommendation would be to either stay in Graz, which is approx. 1 hour’s drive from the circuit, but offers the wonderful 5star Hotel Weisler. We recommend: -3nights (Fri-Mon) at the 5*Hotel Weisler -Red Bull Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) -Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 9 SILVERSTONE 03-05 JULY 2015 The F1 circuit at Silverstone is a super slick modern wonder. After an investment of over ÂŁ5million in 2011, the track has everything one might expect for Grand Prix expertise at the wheel. Cornering that will keep you tense and sharp-angled bends are yours to enjoy. This is high speed. Last year Lewis Hamilton won the race, much to the delight of his home crowd. Can he repeat the feat in 2015? As a VVIP Team Paddock Club guest of Mercedes you will be in prime position to watch the action unfold. We recommend: -3nights (Fri-Mon) at the 5*Hotel Weisler -Red Bull Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) -Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 10 GERMANY 17-19JULY 2015 Germany is a firm favourite on the F1 calendar and is home to the Silver Arrows. This year the race will be staged at Nurburgring, perhaps the most famous circuit in the world. Last year Nico Rosberg followed his teammates example set two weeks earlier at Silverstone and won his home race. Will he be able to repeat the feat in 2015? Nurburgring is in a beautiful location but is quite remote. There are a wide range ofluxurySpa hotel options within 1hrs drive and we would recommend one of these as the best accommodation option of the weekend. We recommend: -3 nights (Fri-Mon) at the 5*Hacker’s Fustenhof -MercedesTeam Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) -Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 11 HUNGARY 24-26 JULY 2015 Budapest, known as the ‘Paris of the East’, really comes alive during Grand Prix Weekend. Easy to walk around, with a wide range of bars, restaurants and party venues. This is one of our favourite F1destinations. The Hungaroring is located just 20km from the city centre and easily accessible from the city. The circuit is located in a valley and is characterised by narrow straights with tight corners which provide a true test for the drivers. Mix this with the heat of the Hungarian Summer and it’s easy to see why this is one of the toughest races on the calendar. We recommend: -3 nights (Fri-Mon) at the 5*Four Seasons Gresham Palace -Ferrari Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) -Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 12 SPA 21-23 AUGUST 2015 The twelfth race of the 2015 season takes place in Belgium at the famous Spa Francochamps circuit. The longest circuit on the calendar with legendary corners such as Eau Rouge. Last year an incident between Hamilton & Rosberg on the second lap was, for many, the defining moment of the season. The location of Spa, in the middle of the Ardennes Forest, means it's slightly tougher finding quality accommodation. Our recommendation is to stay in Aachen, Germany, which is approximately a 90 minute drive, but offers the wonderful Pullman Aachen Quellenhof hotel. We recommend: - 3 nights (Fri-Mon) at the 5*Pullman Hotel, Aarchen - Red Bull Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) - Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 13 MONZA 04-06 SEPTEMBER 2015 Monza, the home of Ferrari, brings the curtain down on the European races. It’s safe to say that in Europe the best is kept till last and each year the city of Milan erupts in racing fever. The Italians love their racing and engage in the spirit of the event with infectious passion. Known as the ‘temple of speed’ the track at Monza features eye-popping straight-line speeds of up to 350kmh. Milan is home to Italy’s renowned fashion industry and at no point during the year is this more evident than during the Grand Prix. Whether you’re up for eating, drinking, shopping or culture, this cosmopolitan city has it all. We recommend: -3 nights (Fri-Mon) at your choice of the 5* Park Hyatt or 5* Four Seasons -Ferrari Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) -Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 14 SINGAPORE 18-20 SEPTEMBER 2015 Singapore is our personal highlight of the F1 season, a race that distils the exhilarating essence of what a Grand Prix is all about. A race that takes solely place at night, and with a street circuit to boot, excitement is pretty much guaranteed! It is this combination, along with the parties and concerts, that come together to make a unique atmosphere. It’s easy to see why Singapore has quickly become a firm favourite with F1 fans. The city offers a superb setting with a wide array of first-class hotels, dining and shopping experiences and countless add-on holiday options. We recommend: -4 nights (Thurs-Mon) at your choice of the 5* Ritz Carlton or 5* Mandarin Oriental -Mercedes Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Fri/Sat/Sun) -The Podium Lounge Party on Sunday night Pricing:
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RACE 15 JAPAN 25-27 SEPTEMBER 2015 The fifteenth race of the 2015 season takes place at Suzuka, the only circuit on the calendar to overlap and a firm favourite with drivers and fans alike. Similar in style to Spa, Suzuka is a firm favourite with the drivers with the first sector corners in particular proving a true test. The Japanese Grand Prix, which is strongly followed by the locals, is one of the more difficult destinations when it comes to choosing a hotel. Located 6 hours drive west of Tokyo, it's slightly tougher finding quality accommodation nearby. Our recommendation is to stay in Nagoya, which is approximately a 75 minute drive, but offers the fantastic Westin Nagoya Castle hotel. We recommend: - 4 nights (Thurs-Mon) at the 5* Westin Nagoya Castle hotel. - Red Bull Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) - Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 16 SOCHI 09-11 OCTOBER 2015 Sochi has been dubbed ‘The Pearl of the Russian Riviera’ and its location on the Black Sea gives it a warm climate you wouldn’t usually associate with Russia. Combine this with world-class facilities and it has the makings of a great Formula One venue. The Sochi International Street Circuit winds around the site of the Olympic Park using a mix of public roads and the park itself. The track, at 5.8km, is one of the longer circuits on the calendar and features a series of long straights and tight corners. We recommend: - 3 nights (Fri-Mon) at your choice of the 5* Russian Seasons or 5* Radisson Blu Paradise Resort - Ferrari Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) - Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 17 MEXICO 23-25 OCTOBER 2015 We love a new race! Mexico is included on the F1 calendar for the first time since 1992 and will be held at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. Long straights and tight corners are characteristics of this famous circuit. Mexico City is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world. Loaded with a mixture of tradition and modernity it attracts tourists from all over the world because of the beauty of its buildings, as well as its museums, parks, restaurants and stores giving life to its magical neighbourhoods. Mexico City is only 920 miles from Austin. Why not spend a few extra days exploring this fantastic country before the US Grand Prix next week? We recommend: - 4 nights (Thurs-Mon) at the 5* Four Seasons - Red Bull Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) - Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
THE PROPOSED AUTODROMO HERMANOS RODRIGUEZ LAYOUT FOR 2015.
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RACE 18 AUSTIN 30 OCT-01 NOV 2015 Austin plays hosts the 4th running of the USA Grand Prix and you will not be disappointed by the atmospheric delight of this charming city in the heart of the Lone Star State. The Circuit of the Americas first opened its doors in 2012 and sparkles with modern facilities and an inspiring track. With 20 turns, a steep, uphill run that goes into the hairpin at Turn One and dramatic changes in elevation, it invites drama and challenge at every corner. We recommend: - 4 nights (Thurs-Mon) at your choice of the 5* Four Seasons or 5* Hotel Driskell - Mercedes Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Sat/Sun) - Amber Lounge Party on Sunday night - Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 19 BRAZIL 13-15 NOVEMBER 2015 The penultimate race of the 2015 season takes place at the legendary Interlagos circuit in Sao Paulo. Guaranteed to be a thrilling race as teams and drivers try to secure the highest position in the championship. Sao Paulo is the largest city in South America, a melting pot of different cultures and communities. Food is important and an abundance of smart bistros & gourmet restaurants make the city a world-renowned foodie haven. There is also a vibrant nightlife scene. We recommend: - 4 nights (Thurs-Mon) at the 5* Grand Hyatt - Ferrari Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Fri/Sat/Sun) - Chauffeur transfers on standby Pricing:
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RACE 20 ABU DHABI 27-29 NOVEMBER 2015 Abu Dhabi, the largest and richest of the seven emirates, is the crème de la crème when it comes to Formula One racing. Glistening in the Arabian heat, the track has speed defying long straights, sharp corners ripe for crashes, a hair pin turn and a dazzling section that winds around the Marina. The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has fast established itself as one of the most spectacular races on the F1 calendar. Now into its Seventh year, Abu Dhabi has again been given the honour of closing the Formula 1 Season. This is a finale that you won’t want to miss! We recommend: - 4 nights (Thurs-Mon) at the 5* Yas Viceroy - Mercedes Team Paddock Club Hospitality (Fri/Sat/Sun) - Amber Lounge Party on Sunday night Pricing:
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