Me and emm will be making this out yearly holiday. so after the spa we plan to carry on

This is the route we have so far

Google maps

F @ G are a must as we wanted to go back there, and I wanted to do that pass

any one fancy taking a look at the route and perhaps pointing out some intresting tweeks/roads

Thanks
me and emma

Come on Hamish,it will be a laugh.

Samsite, I'll be following the same direction after SpaItalia to go to Italy and enjoy the Alfa Romeo Centenary in Milan, which will be the week after SpaItalia.

http://www.southservices.be/more_info_centenary_en_may2009.html
http://www.southservices.be/more_info_centenary_en.html

Hmmm very tempted to get in one this...may see if i can twist the gf's arm and bank balance. Is there a specific page in this thread with the details dates etc? Ferry from to etc

Dont have to track the coupe do you?Cost to spectate?
Who's taking the other half aswell?
Also can people list there ferry times,would like to know someone i get to go.

The ferry most are getting is £38 return on ferrysavers.com:

Norfolkline, Dover - Dunkerque
Fri 18 Jun 8.00 am
Return Sun 20 Jun 8.01 pm


Not sure about spectating/entry only prices, and the hotel arrangement's being worked on

small point but i seem to recall we have to display uk/gb stickers on the back?

Yes, if you don't have it on your numberplates.

thanks pete

Sam.

You are going all that way and then missing Turin? One night in the Lingotto hotel is a must do for any Fiat fan like yourself. The St Bernard pass is a fantastic route over the Alps too

On our last trip we stayed in Austria near Zell am See and then made out way through Italy (Via the lakes, Milan & Turin) to Switzerland. I would say that the most impresive Alpine scenery is in Switzerland, with the southern part of the Alps being the most impressive. The Matterhorn is stunning.

Be aware that the Swiss & Austrian motorways require you to have motorway passes. These are quite expensive, unless you plan to spend a lot of time on them.

Bob

that's exactly the kind of info I needed to know bob there is plenty of time to plan, I just need to get her in doors to sit down and go though it!

Thanks Bob,

okay,
so im running out of time then.
I need to get the Le engine rebuilt,and find a girlfriend in time for this.
The first part isnt an issue but is the second part a must?

A popular route is via the Milau bridge (Tallest Bridge in the World) and Monaco, but this is a mile hungry route.

When in Germany Heidelberg is a nice place to stop. It's a scenic old German town and because it has an American Army base close by, the town is really English speaking friendly. Most restaurants even have English menus

This place would be worth a visit and only just off your route.

The Lingotto Hotel Hotel guests can get access to the old test track on the roof with fantastic views of the city and the Alps.

If I think of anything more I'll let you know.

Bob

Torino: Automobile Museum
Mulhouse (France): Cité de l'Automobile

And since you're extending your holiday to Italy, some nice places to visit are: lake Como, lake Garda, Portofina and Cinque Terra,... we have some addresses in Piëmonte for wine and extending your drive home to pass by Monaco is highly recommended. You can come back through France and pass by Reims to get some Champagne.

Thanks for that yellafella.

Is there chance on spectating tickets or just have to pay £100 track time ?


Also if people dont mind me coming along of course,mods etc.

Can anyone come? Is this a coupe road trip? If so how much cash is needed?

yes, yes, i'm budgetting about £700 all in.....

thinking about, and talking to others today at the midlands meet, i think i'm booking here for the Thursday night prior to leaving from dover. i realise this would mean missing the drinks with mcmike and matt, but i cant face getting up at 5am, driving to dover via m25/dartford crossing to be there for 7am!! one accident and we could miss the ferry - so i'm probably going to book the canterbury one on this page >>

http://www.travelodge.co.uk/search_and_book/hotel_overview.php?hotel_id=22

it's only £29 and 30 mins from dover - anyone else?

I live just near the m25 so I'm fine,

There's quite abit to read, how much for the booking and is there planed hotels to stay at on route?

Sounds excellent to me and cheap

Although I'm with you, so will be wherever you are Except in your room

glad you clarified that one T lol, my bird sometimes sees this forum....

If you're thinking its got much there, you'll be mistaken. Its a hotel with a petrol station at the top of a hill in the middle of no-where. It is on the northbound side, so you'll have to back track on yourself slightly. Ideal for a bed basically.

cheers for the feedback insy - i assume there's a pub nearby?

basically i anticipate arriving there around 4 - 5pm, have a meal a few pints then bed, as we have to be on the ferry for just after 7am....

as an alternative is there anywhere you can recommend for the same or similar price near dover?

Tbh, I've not noticed a pub but then I am usually going 70mph up the hill past it to a survey.

I know the one at Ashford (Kent) is similar distance to the one at Dunkirk (Canterbury) and has a lot on site - Beefeater, numerous fast food places and a cinema. I've stayed at the Travelodge myself and its clean.

Hmmm, may be an idea for me, it will save a 2 hour early morning dash to Dover.
The Ashford one is £39.00 a night on that date.

Sorry about the question's guys. Ok read back through and spotted petep's comment on spectator tickets available in the new year.I would like to be in the paddock area possibly so may take the coupe for a blast on track(scary thought)

How are people sorting track insurance etc(if they are)?

There is no insurance,infact we all sign a disclaimer form when we book in for the track sessions.
The best thing to do is make sure your car is in good order for the track.Look at the track preparation thread on the trackday section on this forum.
I was very aware of being a newbie last year.But it was fine,do the speed that you feel safe at,watch how the others take their corners,and USE your mirrors.And the best bit is to jump in with Sparco,it will give you lots of confidance,after seeing what his car can do.

thanks again insy - good tip mate....

right i think i'm going to book the ashford one today, if anyone wants to join me then feel free, T and me will be there and so will Pete by the look of his post....much more civilised than a 5am start


booked.....

So what if someone stack it into a wall at the track etc?Liable?
You can buy track insurance for days at a time cant you?why not? Sorry if asking silly question just never tracked a car before.