I absolutely love Formula One. I am fairly new to the sport, only starting to watch at the beginning of Jenson Button's winning year. I was hooked (and totally gutted when he retired last year).
I have yet to get to a track to see a race myself, but have always fancied going to see a race abroad as you can combine a holiday with seeing the Grand Prix.
Next year I turn 40. I want to do something special to celebrate my birthday and not being the birthday party type, what I have decided to do is combine my love of F1 and a holiday to a far flung destination.
As I am turning 40, my holiday will be luxury all inclusive all the way, combined with going to one of my favourite tracks; but which one?
Singapore
Singapore is an island city state off the shores of southern Malaysia. But don't think that a city state island make you think that there is nothing to do. Apart from the Grand Prix weekend, there is lots to do.
Think an island city can't be green? Try going to Gardens by the Bay which covers nearly 250 acres. Check out the amazing picture above.
Want the city break experience? Check out Marina Bay which has everything from science museums to bars, restaurants and casinos.
One word. Tequila. Only kidding, there is so much that you can do in Mexico which is still near the track. The nightlife in Mexico City is amazing but for some cultural visits, you can visit the Chapultepec Castle which has fantastic views of Mexico City and also houses the National Museum of History.
For an essential day trip out of the city, 2 hours drive away you can visit the Pyramid of the Sun which is estimated to have been built in approximately 200 CE.
So what do you think of my options? I really cannot decide.
Want the city break experience? Check out Marina Bay which has everything from science museums to bars, restaurants and casinos.
Abu Dhabi
If you want to really make Abu Dhabi a Formula One experience, you can visit Ferrari World which boasts the world's fastest rollercoaster. You can't visit Abu Dhabi however without seeing the breathtaking Emirates Palace.
For something a little different, why not visit the Abu Dhabi Falcon hospital where people from all over the country send their beloved animals. There is a museum and a free flight aviary whilst at the same time providing essential care to the falcons.
Mexico
One word. Tequila. Only kidding, there is so much that you can do in Mexico which is still near the track. The nightlife in Mexico City is amazing but for some cultural visits, you can visit the Chapultepec Castle which has fantastic views of Mexico City and also houses the National Museum of History.
For an essential day trip out of the city, 2 hours drive away you can visit the Pyramid of the Sun which is estimated to have been built in approximately 200 CE.
So what do you think of my options? I really cannot decide.
