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Thanks to its unique location on the Pacific coast, Shanghai has always been a major industrial and commercial centre, an important port for foreign trade and the gateway to inland China. For over 100 years after the end of the Opium War, the city accommodated a huge European population attracted by the business opportunities. At its height in the 1920’s Shanghai was the most sophisticated city in Asia and the foreigners enjoyed a privileged and decadent lifestyle.
At the track in 2007 we saw Rossi try everything to get passed Stoner, which he did on several occasions but to no avail. With a 10kph speed disadvantage against the flying Ducati he eventually had to settle for third while stoner wrapped up his third win in four races. An ominous start to the season!
Shanghai is now an exciting mix of old and new. The architecture of the former concession areas contrasts with the new, glass skyscrapers. There are plenty of bars and restaurants and you can still shop for handicrafts – or for designer goods in the modern malls. The teeming markets, peaceful gardens and ornate temples will remind you that you are in the Orient but there’s no doubt that Shanghai is in the forefront of business and technology. A long weekend here will give you an insight and a taste for modern China
Holiday Inn Vista
A large modern hotel located just ten minutes from the city centre and close to the Jade Budda Temple. Facilities include a choice of restaurants including Western and Chinese cuisine and there is also a bar, coffee shop and indoor pool.
Where is the circuit located?
Shanghai International Circuit is in the Jiading District of Shanghai, 30km from the city centre.
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Wednesday 30 April
Fly from London Heathrow at 1410h by Virgin Airlines to Shanghai.
Thursday 1 May
On arrival at 0825h you will be met and taken to your hotel where accommodation is reserved for you for four nights on bed and breakfast basis. Check in and the rest of the day is free to do as you wish.
Friday 2 May
A full day to explore Shanghai as you wish. The hotel concierge will be pleased to assist with reservations for guided tours.
Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 May
At leisure to enjoy as you wish or to join our coach to the circuit for practice, qualifying and the races.
Monday 5 May
Check out after breakfast. Our coach will take you to the Eastern train station where you will board the famous Maglev and experience the rush of travelling at 268mph. The journey time to the airport is just under eight minutes! Your flight is scheduled to depart at 1025h with arrival into Heathrow at 1545h.
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