BAHRAIN FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX

Great track and facilities, unfortunately main F1 race was a bit processional but there were several good supporting races and qualifying activity over the full 3 days.

A1 service from bookF1, not the best race but a perfect way to end my stag party.

We had a great time. The circuit wasn't huge so there isn't 1000's of people. Toilets etc are very clean. We had great seats and were placed right in the center where the TV monitor was which was great. Drivers were doing signings so we got our team shirts signed by Lewis and Jenson. Also saw all the world champions up close as there are some quite good points to get near to entrance gates onto the tracks. We stayed in Manama. For a meter cab to the circuit it was 15 (£30) if you get the hotel to take you they charge 30 (£60). We thought most hotel run a shuttle but this isn't the case. We shared a taxi the first day with some others then took a shuttle bus back to our nearest hotel which is free. We then walked. Everyone on the shuttle was doing the same thing and the hotel where the shuttle was going from didn't mind so this is far the cheapest option. Also I wouldn't advise you buy merchandise from there. I brought last years team shirt in the sale for £8.99 from the official site. They had the same shirt there for £50. Most team shirts were 50 to 60. Also buy the Gulf Air tickets if you can. Well worth the money. Its the only place that has aircon and it is like a fridge in there which is nice to get from the heat. Also and the most important bit, its the only place you can get a beer. Dress wise for the ladies didn't seem as strict as we thought. The main trend seemed to be 3/4 length trousers and vest tops. There were ladies in shorts and sundresses but no many. Food and beer wasn't cheap because of the exchange rate. £6 for a beer - £2 for a bag of crisps! Great trip however - well worth the time and money for us on this occasion.

Overall a good experience with the usual mix of F1 sounds, colour, glamour, smells and excitement. However the race was poor with almost no overtaking and now that the circuit has been extended it has made for very long laps and gaps between the cars.

It was just fabulous. The Bahrain grand prix was very organized.
My recommendation is that you do a little blurb on what to expect or not expect. In this case, what you can bring into the race (water) and whether or not they sell beer or not. Just a little information about the rules of the particular event.

The seats were absolutely fantastic. Just in front of the starting line. Had beautiful vew of the track including the pitlane. Best seats ever. Newxt time will have to try tickets for the "Paddock" as we would really like to get close to the action.

Excellent value for money, with no problems during the weekend..

A wonderful experience.This was my first attendance at such an event so I am unable to compare it with any others. In my opinion the Bahrain event was very well organised and a pleasure to attend. The locals were so polite, friendly and helpful.The facilities were very clean and plentiful. Availabilty of refreshments plentiful. It was not overcrowded. The sunshine and heat was an additional bonus. The noise element was quite a shock, but reasonably priced ear protection was available on site. The experience was worth every penny!

Track facilities and access were superb. I had tickets for turn 1 with views along the pit straight and the first three corners. I followed a recomendation from your web site that was posted after last year's race and bought a 3 day pass for the "Gulf Air Club" tent......it was a godsend. Air conditioned, food and drink along with big screen TV so you don't miss any of the action.

Free buses from the main city of Manama were available every 30 mins from all the major hotels and could be used by anybody.

A thoroughly enjoyable 5 day trip.

This is the first F1 I went to. There was no closeness between the fans and the raceing teams or drivers. If you did not pay extra you got nothing but to watch in the stands. I could have done that watching TV. We purchased a three day pass and could not go to any other section on Friday or Saturday but the one we were assigned.
I'll stick to NASCAR where the drivers and fans are one.

This was my 1st GP and it was excellent. The 1st turn view was great (we were on the top back row) so had a great view of the start as well. We spent nearly the whole 3 days there and the gulf air tent was a MUST, just to get out of the heat (it's also the only place to get alcoholic dirnks at the circuit).
My only complaint about the weekend was the security at the circuit removed any water you carried in (I believe so you buy it inside). Unfortunately the water inside the circuit was expensive and warm which did not help in 39 degree heat.
However they only removed it from tourists....not locals!

Would totally recommend to all F1 Fans

What a fantastic track ! we sat in the Oasis Batelco stand and the view and noise from the track was incredible. No problems getting to the track either (unlike Spa)
we stayed in Manama and got a cab straight to the track in 20 mins . The cuircuit is also very clean . There is only 1 bar at the track so if you want a beer get ther early and get your wrist band as they only give out 800 wrist bands. Will definatley book with these guys again, fantastic service

Perfectly organized. I only missed the possibility of getting a parking ticket, which I had to buy at one of the service stations close to teh circuit. The guy told me the parking ticket (20 Euros) should have been part of the ticket deal.

We will only have the oppertunity to attend a Grand Prix event once in our lives & it was great.
However what impressed me most was the on-line support & booking through bookF1.com. It was easy, efficient, and any questions or queries where adressed asap. Thanx we had a great day

just returned from a great weekend in Bahrain. The entertainment and atmosphere at circuit were fantastic. To reach our grandstand(oasis) we had to walk throught the vip area and could stand and watch the goings on at the last garage in the pits from a few feet away(everycloud has a silver linning, it was McClaren there this year) Thoroughly recommended for a long weekend to take in race. Bahrain people very friendly, hired a car to get about with no problem, in and out of track went like clockwork.

As a F1 fan, I like to see "real": racing. The Bahrain circuit provides this in its design as there are plenty of overtaking opprtunities. Also the spectator has a view of a greater portion of the circuit.
Disappointed Maclaren did not fair well

Best grandstand seats we have had.Facilities at track excellent had a great 3 days - next year even better with Bahrain and Abu Dhabi!
As ever service of Book F1 first class.

The stadium was great lots of things going on.
The only thing i would say that info on transport to the stadium was not apparent and actually there were free transfers for everyone holding a ticket from about six different hotels in manama information was available at hotels to enable you to use this. The buses were frequent both backwards and forwards.
Our seats were excellent about 6 rows up from the grid infront of lewis.
Got some excellent pictures of the race and lewis himself.

It was my first time to any Grand Prix and would say adefinate to do again next year well orginized and planned