Spanish Grand Prix 2014

With the Spanish Grand Prix in Catalunya on its way, you may like to travel to Barcelona to see this exciting spectacle as well as stay for a while and relax in a hotel.

Taking place between the 9-11 May 2014, the Circuit de Catalunya in Montmelo is the venue for this annual event.  The timetable for the event is:

The Top 10 Things to do in Barcelona

The Top 10 Things to do in Barcelona

Hans Christian Anderson, when visiting Barcelona in 1862 said : "We crossed spacious streets, with buildings resembling palaces, in La Rambla promenade; the shops were well illuminated and there was movement and life ... I did not decide to go to sleep, even though I wished to, so I would rise early and contemplate, in daylight, this city unknown to me: Barcelona, capital of Catalonia"

 

So, that was over 150 years ago. Today, there is a vast selection of things to do in Barcelona, but we have selected our Top 10 to give you just a taste of what the most popular city in Spain has to offer.

Barcelona Christmas Market 2012

The Barcelona Christmas Market 2012 is being held from the 25 November to the 23 December 2012.

Known as the Fira de Santa Lucia Christmas market, this takes place in the Plaza de la Seu outside Barcelona Cathedral. The Christmas Market in Barcelona comprises more than 270 stands from which you can purchase gifts - the most famous of which will be nativity figurines. The market dates from 1786 and today, in addition to traditional gifts, you can see musical parades and shows … all against a backdrop of 30 miles of Christmas lights.

Arts Hotel in Barcelona - New Spa Treatments

The 5 Star Arts Hotel in Barcelona has recently introduced new treatments designed by the Spa by Six Senses Spas.  New "slow life" treatments include the hot-stone chocolate massage and lavender massage.

Six Senses Spas are considered to be one of the best companies in the world offering an extensive selection of exquisite beauty treatments and massages.  Facilities and services include:

* Split-level area on floor 43, with spectacular views and terraces
* A total of eight treatment rooms, several with natural light and all with chromotherapy
* Separate ladies and gentlemen’s changing facilities including saunas and Klafs colour therapy steam rooms, vitality pools and ice fountains.

If you would like to stay at the Arts Hotel and take a short city break in Barcelona then just give us a call and we can send a quotation.   Alternatively you can carry out an online search from our description of the Arts Hotel.

Take a City Break with a Christmas Market

With Christmas just around the corner, its a great time to take a City Break with a Christmas Market.

We have some great offers available to the following cities.

Barcelona in Spain - this year sees the 225th anniversary of the Fira de Santa Lucia and comprises more than 270 stands from which you can purchase gifts including lights, baubles, candles, decorations, etc.   

Bruges in Belgium - a medieval setting, the market is around an open-air ice rink.  The market comprises around 30 stalls, but with lots of other things to see and do in Bruges, this city makes a welcome break. 

Brussels in Belgium - located by the illuminated Grand Place with around 240 stalls selling local specialities including decorations, gifts and Christmas seasonal food and drink.  Don't forget to take a look at the towering Christmas tree and listen to the many choirs and Christmas concerts. 

Cologne in Germany - start at the illuminated Gothic Cathedral and visit the various Christmas markets on Neumarkt, Alter Markt, Fairytale Christmas Market, Floating Market, Medieval Market and the Cologne Harbour Market right in front of the famous Chocolate Museum.

Prague in Czech Republic - a few Christmas markets to choose from, all within a few minutes' walk of each other.  The most popular ones are in Wenceslas Square and the Old Town.  Listen to street performers, carol singers and orchestras as they take to the streets.  Buy some interesting stocking fillers as well as sampling some traditional foods.

Vienna in Austria - the festive markets date back to the 13th century and Vienna now has 25 Christmas markets.  One of the highlights is the "Magic of Advent" which is at the Vienna Christmas market in City Hall Square.  Up to 150 decorated stalls sell everything from decorations and traditional handicrafts to gingerbread hearts and berry punch.

Take a look at some of our Christmas City Breaks and decide which Christmas Market is for you.

2011 Spanish Grand Prix - Catalunya

See the exciting Formula 1 Grand Prix at the Circuit de Catalunya, in Montmelo [approximately 20km (12 miles) northwest of Barcelona] which is being held from the 20-22 May 2011. 

You will find the best drivers in the world competing in one of the most important races in the calendar.


TIMETABLE FOR 3 DAYS:
FRIDAY 20 May 2011
10:00 - 11:30 : Practice Session 1
14:00 - 15:30 : Practice Session 2

SATURDAY 21 May 2011
11:00 - 12:00 : Practice Session 3
14:00 : Qualifying

SUNDAY 22 May 2011
14:00 Race Day
We have 12 hotels available for either 2 or 3 nights [3 and 4 star] and you can also choose from the following grandstand options: Grandstands B&G, Grandstand J and Pelouse

We have set out below some examples of our hotels: Prices include hotel accommodation and entrance tickets to the Montmelo circuit with Pelouse tickets ... other options are available - just click on the hotel name.

Rosa Nautica Hotel [3 Star] - from £167 per person for 2 nights [Half Board]
Alhambra Hotel [3 Star] - from £174 per person for 2 nights [Half Board]
Oasis Park Hotel [4 Star] - from £216 per person for 3 nights [Half Board]

For a full list of our hotels click here.  If you would like to request further details then just call us on 0800 5 677688 or complete our enquiry form and we will get back to you.

Black Eyed Peas in Barcelona

If you are on your Barcelona holidays on the 3 July, why not go an see the North American group - the Black Eyes Peas? Barcelona is their only Spanish venue.

You can stay in Barcelona for 2 nights [2nd and 3rd July] for as little as £69 per person for the 2 nights. This is at the modern 2 star Acta BCN 40 Hotel on a room only basis. Or why not treat yourself to 2 nights at the popular 4 Star Silken Ramblas for £117 per person [flights are extra and are available from most UK airports].

Both hotels are located in the Las Ramblas area of Barcelona so you are right in the centre and will be able to enjoy the rest that Barcelona has to offer. Enjoy a walk down the lively Las Ramblas and relax in one of the many cafes, bars and restaurants.

Corona Holidays specialise in offering the best value holidays to Barcelona - just give us a call on freephone 0800 5 677688 or send an enquiry.

Tickets for the event can be found at http://www.blackeyedpeas.com/home/events

Spanish Grand Prix - Barcelona 2010

We have some excellent packages for the Spanish Grand Prix to be held from 7 to 9 May 2010 at the Circuit de Catalunya in Montmelo near Barcelona.
Choose from 12 different hotels [on half board or all inclusive] and stay for either 2, or 3 nights. Prices include entrance to the circuit. The schedule for the 3 days is:
Friday - 7 May 201010:00-11:30 : Practice Session 114:00-15:30 : Practice Session 2
Saturday - 8 May 201011:00-12:00 : Practice Session 314:00-15:00 : Qualifying
Sunday - 9 May 201014:00 : Race Day
Prices start from £141 per person for 2 nights on half board including entrance to the circuit. Transfers to the circuit from your hotel can be arranged as well as flights. You also have a choice of 4 different grandstands or take advantage of cheaper Pelouse tickets where you can stand on the grass verges.
Just give us a call on freephone 0800 5 677688 or send us an enquiry.

Barcelona Grand Prix 2010

We are finalising the details for our 2010 Barcelona Grand Prix packages which will include, flights, transfers to and from your hotel, hotel accommodation and entry tickets to the Grand Prix for any, or all days. The event is being held between 7-9 May.

In 2009, this proved a very popular event for us and we are already collating names for people pre-registering their interest. 
So who will you be supporting?   Button - Alonso - Hamilton?

To pre-register your interest either call us on 0800 5 677688 or via our contact us form, or if you are looking at this on Facebook, just leave a comment below and we will let you know as soon as prices become available [within the next few weeks].