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@evilhomer We’re staying downtown at the Treasury as the Mrs won’t be going to the track every day so we’ve got that sorted. I’ve walked from Collins St to the track (in non F1 times) and it’s only approx 45mins so if transport is really jammed after the race we can walk it. As for upgrading to Paddock Club … let’s see how I go on the Lotto…[Read more]

Thats all good stuff @evilhomer thanks.

By the time I got around to it the hospitality options were gone so I’m in Schumacher premium (all other undercover spots are sold out). It’s my first year at Melbourne and I’m with the Mrs so the entertainment side of things is critical. If Melbourne is as good as Singapore on the off track entertainment…[Read more]

@evilhomer – Dude, thanks for the reply and all that advice, it’s all very useful information. I think you’re right, if we can make it to Melbourne then I think a Grandstand is a good idea, especially if you say it gets rather crowded in general admission.

So now I’m intrigued at what the best ‘off-tack’ entertainment is?

Yes, a bit of advice please. I’m looking for undercover seating areas, anyone with ideas? I’d go to the lower priced hospitality options but I’m afraid they’ll be full of drunks on company paid freebies who aren’t really interested in the race.

Would love to get some advice as well, might go next year.

I’m looking at going to the Australian Grand Prix next year and hoping people who have been previously could help me and give me some advice. So some advice I’d be looking for:
– Accommodation – What’s available? Preferably camping somewhere near the track which has a slight party atmosphere for the evenings. But also are there hotels close by?
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