Blog Details Home Blog Details. I remember as a child, aged 6 or 7 years old, my father taking me some motorsports events such as Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb and Donnington. Then, whilst at my boarding school, it seemed that you became a fan of James Hunt or Barry Sheen. I was leaning more towards the cars than the bikes, probably because I fancied James rather than Barry! I shall not go into detail but I was fortunate enough to meet James and that cemented my relationship with the sport.
Sadly not with James though! Skip forwards x number of years to around I was staying at hotel with a group in Italy mid -late May. As I was checking out, a group were checking in who were all going to the Monaco Grand Prix. Wowβ¦this just sounded fantastic. Some of my group suggested that I should try and arrange a trip there the following year. I had only been to Brands Hatch previously and whilst I had been to Monaco numerous times with my groups, I had only ever dreamt of going to the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix.
I thought that only VERY rich people could afford that one. So the following year, I took my first group and have been going ever since. As demand was starting to grow, I needed to then look at offering other F1 holidays. I began to see what other companies were offering. I really wanted to offer so much more. It seemed that so many were offering a few nights somewhere, watch the race then fly home. As well as F1 being a passion of mine, so is travelling and seeing the world.
To me, it seemed crazy to travel half- way across the world and not see something other than the racetrack. The writing was now on the wall. I needed to offer a package which would appeal to the F1 enthusiast and the not so enthusiastic partner. The package needed to be longer than a few days and to stay in places where there was lots to do. I needed to offer 2 prices a The F1 package 2 a price for non race-goers Because of all the non F1 holidays offered by Finesse Travel and LJ Leisure, my knowledge of destinations, other than just race tracks, became apparent and I felt that I could offer the ideal package to suit everyone.
I personally escort the F1 holidays some jobs have my name all over them! One of the most satisfying parts of my job is seeing the friendships evolve. I try and connect the group as early as possible so that everyone feels included, especially for newbies and solo travellers. If someone prefers to be left alone, then that is fine. There is no pressure either way.
