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Day 1
Barcelona In Barcelona, and throughout Catalonia, there are two official languages: Catalan, the language of the Catalans, and Spanish, the official language of Spain.Wherever you are in Barcelona, there's always something to see nearby around the neighbourhood or district: jewels of home-grown Catalan architecture, modernisme, and contemporary architecture, markets that are a treat for the senses, treasures of the ancient Roman and medieval city, parks where you can unwind … And the best thing of all is, you don't have to be a great explorer to find and discover all of Barcelona’s neighbourhoods. Barcelona is legendary for its nightlife, but don't venture out for dinner before 11pm, the restaurants don't really get going till midnight, and the clubs start hopping from the wee hours till dawn. Meet your driver for a private airport transfer. Enjoy a 4 hour sightseeing tour with your own private vehicle, driver, and professional guide. See all of the modernist buildings including the well known Casa Milà and the Casa Batllò as well as Gaudi's Sagrada Familia (Holy Family) Cathedral, an unfinished masterpiece. The W Hotel Barcelona (5*) is an avant-garde icon created by the world-famous Ricardo Bofill, where Miró meets the Mediterranean and medieval quarters showcase modernist masterpieces, rising above the spectacular beachfront in one of Europe's most stylish cities. Inspired by the city’s artistry and exuberance, revel in W's world-class restaurants, sleek Eclipse rooftop bar, vibrant W Living Room, cool Wet pool and sun-soaked terrace, decadent Bliss Spa and state-of-the-art Sweat Fitness Center with sea views. Overnight at W Hotel (5*). |
 Barcelona |
 Casa Batllo |
 W Hotel, Barcelona |
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Day 2
Barcelona A private vehicle and driver will pick you up from your hotel today and chauffeur you directly to the F1 circuit. Following the F1 events, you will meet your driver where you were dropped-off, for a return transfer back to your hotel. The F1 Grand Prix in Barcelona kicks off at the 4.655 km Circuit de Catalunya. The course was built in 1991, and began hosting the Spanish Grand Prix that same year. With long straights and 16 corners at varying degrees of difficulty, the Circuit de Catalunya is seen as an all-rounder circuit. Today the pit crews and drivers refine their approach for tomorrow's Qualifying day, during two practice rounds today. Formula One's Paddock Club offers unrivalled views, unparalleled access, seamless service, and the finest cuisine available. Enjoy access to the Club Suite or Golden Card Lounge designed for individuals and small groups, equipped with TV screens and a bar area. Walkabouts through the circuit and pit lanes will provide any entusiast a behind the scenes pass into the world of Formula One. Settle in at the open bar with champagne and take an opportunity to meet with the other Paddock Club members during a gourmet lunch paired with fine wines. Grab your Official Program and complimentary ear plugs as you head to the prime viewing facilities located in the pit building where priviledged viewing positions are available. Access to Support Race Paddock and if required private parking is included with one car parking pass for every three guests. Overnight at W Hotel (5*). |
 F1 Practice Day |
 F1 Spainish Grand Prix |
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Day 3
Barcelona A private vehicle and driver will pick you up from your hotel today and chauffeur you directly to the F1 circuit. Following the F1 events, you will meet your driver where you were dropped-off, for a return transfer back to your hotel. May 12th marks the Qualifying day for the 2012 F1 Grand Prix in Barcelona. Since 2007, track upgrades to Circuit de Catalunya have been made in effort to increase passing, including two of the final sweepers on the track being replaced with a slow chicane. Watch as the drivers battle for position, looking to pull ahead of the pack for the coveted pole position, which was held in 2011 by Mark Webber. The lap record at Circuit de Catalunya is 1:21.670 - K Raikkonen (2008). Overnight at W Hotel (5*). |
 F1 Qualifying Day |
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Day 4
Barcelona A private vehicle and driver will pick you up from your hotel today and chauffeur you directly to the F1 circuit. Following the F1 events, you will meet your driver where you were dropped-off, for a return transfer back to your hotel. Today is the culmination of this week's F1 fever in Barcelona, with the official Race Day for the 2012 F1 Spanish Grand Prix. Experience the energy flowing through the crowd as fans watch as the driver in the pole position tries to fend off any potential overtakers on his quest for the checkered flag. Sebastian Vettel from the Red Bull-Renault racing team was last year's victor. Can he solidify back-to-back wins at Curcuit de Catalunya? Join the action to find out. Overnight at W Hotel (5*). |
 F1 Race Day |
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