JOSH & ERIC budapest F1
JULY 20TH TO 24TH 2023
Dear Josh & Eric,
The last leg of the Europe trip takes us out of the picturesque Mediterranean nature back into the City. We join the petrol junkies and car enthusiasts at one of the most popular sporting events in the world. The Budapest F1 Grand Prix is set to be an experience of a lifetime. We have created this travel journal to help you get familiar with the daily plan, understand logistics, prepare for travel and get you revved up for this awesome weekend.
The Pangaea team are so looking forward to hosting you all in Budapest, where the sun sets late, the race tracks hum and the good vibes are infinite.
- Andrew and the Pangaea Team
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TRIP OVERVIEW
5 DAYS OF FORMULA 1
BUDAPEST | JULY 20th
ARRIVAL, Birthday Dinner
BUDAPEST | JULY 21st
F1 Practice
BUDAPEST | JULY 22nd
F1 Qualifying
BUDAPEST | JULY 23rd
F1 RACE DAY
BUDAPEST | JULY 24th
DEPARTURE
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Day 1 thu, 20 JULY 2023
ARRIVAL FLIGHT
Budapest AIRPORT | 3:47 pm
Airport transfer & Support
Airport Transfer for 3 people & luggage
SUPPORT for 2 PAX from 8:00 Pm to 10:30 Pm
Day Summary
Welcome to Budapest for an exciting weekend of Formula 1. Upon arrival, a private vehicle transfer will take you to The Párisi Hotel, where you can freshen up and settle in. In the evening, a vehicle will take you to Prime Steak, a fantastic restaurant to celebrate Josh's birthday. Afterwards, head back to the hotel for an early night before a busy weekend ahead.
Day PROGRAM
- Flight Arrival
- Private Vehicle Transfer
- Settle into The PÁrisi Hotel
- Private Vehicle Transfer to Dinner
- Birthday Dinner at Prime Steak
- Private Vehicle Transfer
- Overnight at the PÁrisi Udvar Hotel
3:47 PM
4:00 PM
5:05 PM
6:45 PM
7:00 PM
8:30 PM
chain bridge, Budapest
Danube River
ACCOMODATION
The PÁrisi hotel
Daily breakfast included
Check iN: 15h00 - Check out:12h00
Bill TO BE Paid upon checkout
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Day 2 fri, 21 JULY 2023
FULL DAY VAN VEHICLE
SUPPORT for 3 PAX from 9:00 am to 11:30 Pm
Day Summary
F1 Practice day... Head to the F1 racetrack and choose from various Paddock Club experiences to participate in. Sit down for lunch at the F1 Paddock Club whilst witnessing the thrilling Formula 1® First Practice Session. You also get the opportunity to watch the qualifying for both the F2 & F3. Later, dine at Mazel Tov with Eric's friends before returning to the Párisi Udvar Hotel.
Day PROGRAM
- Private Vehicle Transfer To Race Track
- FIA Formula 2 Championship™ Practice Session
- F1 Car Presentation (OR)
- *Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk (12 PM - 1PM)
- *Paddock Club™ Track Tour
- Lunch at the F1 Paddock Club
- Formula 1® - First Practice Session
- Private Vehicle Transfer To hotel
- Walk To Dinner
- Dinner at KIOSK With Erics Friends
- Walk To hotel
- Overnight at the PÁrisi Udvar Hotel
10:15 AM
11:05 PM
12:00 PM
12:00 PM
12:30 PM
1:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
6:55 PM
7:00 PM
-- PM
Pit lane
mazel tov
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Day 3 sat, 22 JULY 2023
FULL DAY VAN VEHICLE
SUPPORT for 3 PAX from 8:00 am to 02:30 Am
Day Summary
F1 Qualifying day... Begin with a private transfer to the circuit. Watch the Formula 1® third Practice Session and enjoy lunch at the F1 Paddock Club. Explore the Paddock with a guided tour before getting to watch the F1 Qualifying session. Back in the city we take a private boat cruise along Danube River and dine at Bestia restaurant. Explore Budapest's lively bar scene with a bar hop and end the night clubbing at DOJO.
Day PROGRAM
10:45 AM
12:30 PM
1:30 PM
2:15 PM
2:30 PM
3:10 PM
4:00 PM
5:30 PM
7:35 PM
7:45 PM
8:35 PM
8:45 PM
10:15 Pm 10:30 PM
11:30 PM
12:30 AM
-- AM
- Private Vehicle Transfer
- Formula 1® - Third Practice Session
- Lunch at F1 Paddock Club
- Formula 2 - Championship™ Sprint Race
- *Guided Paddock Tour (BOOKED)
- *Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk (3:10 PM - 3:45 PM)
- Formula 1® Qualifying Session
- Private Vehicle Transfer To Hotel
- Walk to the river to meet Limousine Cruise
- Private Danube River water limousine cruise
- Private Vehicle Transfer To Dinner
- Dinner at Bestia
- Private Vehicle Transfer to Hotsy Totsy
- Drinks at bar #1: Hotsy Totsy
- Drinks at bar #2: Szimpla
- *Night Clubbing at DOJO
- Private Vehicle Transfer To Hotel
- Overnight at the PÁrisi Udvar Hotel
qualifying
hotsy totsy bar
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Day 4 sun, 23 JULY 2023
FULL DAY VAN VEHICLE
SUPPORT for 3 PAX from 9:00 am to 10:45 pm
Day Summary
F1 RACE DAY... Set off for the day via helicopter to the Hungaroring race track in time to witness the last minute madness in the pit lane. Enjoy lunch at the F1 Paddock Club. Stand tall for the national anthem before the main event, the FORMULA 1 RACE. After the prize-giving ceremony, take a helicopter back to the city to enjoy your last dinner and drinks at Leo Rooftop Budapest overlooking the city and the Danube River.
Day PROGRAM
11:30 AM
12:15 PM
12:45 PM
12:50 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
-- PM
6:00 PM
6:15 PM
8:00 PM
8:15 PM
10:30 PM
- Private Vehicle Transfer Buda Riverside Heliport
- Helicopter Transfer To Hungaroring
- *Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk (12:45 PM-1:45 PM)
- Formula 1® Drivers’ Parade
- Lunch at F1 Paddock Club
- FORMULA 1 RACE
- F1 Prize giving ceremony
- Helicopter Transfer To Buda Riverside Heliport
- Private Vehicle Transfer To Hotel
- Private Vehicle Transfer
- Dinner and Drinks at Leo Rooftop Budapest
- Private Vehicle Transfer To hotel
- Overnight at the PÁrisi Udvar Hotel
race start
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Day 5 mon, 24 JULY 2023
FULL DAY VAN VEHICLE
SUPPORT for 3 PAX from 6:00 am to 10:00 AM
Day Summary
An end to an action-packed weekend at the F1. Catch an early private transfer to the airport to depart on your flight at 9 AM and meet up with Laurie in Paris to make your way home.
Day PROGRAM
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
11:01 AM
3:40 PM
4:05 PM
- Private Vehicle Transfer To Budapest Airport
- Flight Departure
- Paris flight arrival
*Eric, Josh and Andrew to go from LFPB to CDG to meet Laurie and to catch international commercial flights.
- Departure Flight CDG AF082 - Josh & Laurie
- Departure Flight CDG - Eric
Széchenyi Chain bridge, budapest
TRIP PREPARATION
COVID19 VACCINES
Travellers are no longer required to hold a negative test result nor present vaccination certificates upon entry to Budapest. We do, however, advise you to bring along your vaccination certificates to have on hand should they be requested at any point during the journey.
PASSPORTS
You must hold a valid passport to enter Hungary. Your passport should be valid for six months from the date of departure from the USA. It is important to note that two clear pages should remain in your passport for it to be valid.
Cash & Credit Cards
Credit cards are widely accepted in Budapest, but it is a good idea to have cash on hand for smaller purchases so be sure to have a combination of cash and card.
Language and Culture
Budapest is a vibrant city with a rich language (Hungarian) and diverse culture. Hungarian, a unique language with roots unrelated to most other European languages, adds to the city's linguistic charm. It blends Eastern and Western influences, boasts stunning architecture, and offers a thriving arts scene. Hungarian cuisine is a must-try. Overall, Budapest is a captivating destination.
Gratuities
In Budapest, gratuities, commonly known as tips, are appreciated for good service in restaurants, bars, and other service establishments. n restaurants, it is common to leave a gratuity of around 10% to 15% of the total bill. Some establishments may include a service charge in the bill, so it's advisable to check before leaving an additional tip. If the service charge is already included, you can round up the bill or leave a small additional amount as a token of appreciation.
Travel Insurance
Adequate, comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you, as well as any dependents/travelling companions, for the duration of the trip, is a compulsory requirement and you should ensure you obtain sufficient cover prior to arrival at your destination. It should include cover in respect of, but not limited to, the following eventualities:
Compulsory Insurance:
Emergency evacuation expenses
Medical expenses
Repatriation expenses
Personal property expenses
Covid19 expenses
F1 PACKING SUGGESTIONS
WEATHER IN July
In July, Budapest, typically experiences warm and sunny weather. The average high temperatures in Budapest during July range from 77°F to 84°F, and the average lows range from 59°F to 66°F.
Tempretures
84°F
59°F
SNOWY DAYS
0
rainfall
40mm
dry days
19
RAiny Days
12
sun hours
15 Hrs
ATTIRE RECOMMENDATION
The recommended attire for the city is that of any other inland European city in summer. At night, Men tend to wear jeans/trousers and anything from a stylish t-shirt to long sleeve dress shirts and jackets (if cool enough). Even if it's hot, men still wear jeans/trousers at night. I recommend a few shirts for higher-end establishments but for the rest of it such as ruin bars ,it's very casual affair. For F1 race days, dress comfortably, wear the appropriate footwear for walking, and prepare for the weather and climate of the day - it is usually quite hot. In the Paddock Club the general dress code usually is smart-casual. One important note is that we are not permitted to wear any team clothing, any team-branded clothing, race suits, jumpsuits, and some tracks do not even permit team colors to be worn.
USeful Contact Numbers
NAME | ROLE | PHONE NUMBER |
ANDREW BANCE | TRIP HOST | WhatsApp: +27 76 434 1205 |
CHANTE BANCE | Project manager | WhatsApp: +27 79 840 6850 |
SHAUN PEARCE | PROJECT MANAGER | WhatsApp: +27 83 630 5757 |
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