Nothing beats being at a live motorsport event. The noise, the speed, the excitement and the unexpected drama that unfolds.

There appears to be more demand than ever to be there in person. This season, leading motorsports tour operator, Grandstand Motor Sports (0116 231 1222, www.grandstandmotorsports.co.uk) has seen an unprecedented demand from fans, with bookings for trips to motorbike events up by 64% and overall bookings for the whole business up by 18%.

Grandstand offers something for every motorsport fan, whether passionate about  four-wheels or two-wheels; classic events or state-of-the-art Formula E, endurance racing or historic racing. A summer of motorsport action awaits.

Highlights for this summer include:

Canadian Grand Prix - 11 June 2017   

Just a 7 hour flight from the UK to cosmopolitan Montréal. Staying in the city, the centrally located circuit is within easy reach by public transport.

Package prices start from £1,499pp and include return flights with Air Canada from London Heathrow to Montreal, 4 star centrally-located hotel accommodation in Montreal's Latin Quarter on a bed and breakfast basis, airport transfers and services of a Grandstand representative.

There is also an option to extend the trip, with a two-centre Montreal & Toronto package. The day after the Grand Prix, take the train from Montreal to Toronto and stay for a further 3 nights in downtown Toronto. Return flight to the UK is from Toronto direct to London Heathrow with Air Canada.

An optional excursion to Niagara Falls (from Toronto) can be pre-booked.

For more information see: http://www.grandstandmotorsports.co.uk/formula-one/canadian-grand-prix

Azerbaijan Grand Prix - 25th June 2017

Only the second-running of this race in the heart of Azerbaijan's capital city Baku, it is one of the fastest street circuits in the world. An exciting race for spectators as it allows them to get as close to the action as possible!

Package prices start from £1,429pp and include return flights from London Heathrow direct to Baku, 4 star hotel accommodation in central Baku, airport transfers and services of a Grandstand representative.

For more information see: http://www.grandstandmotorsports.co.uk/formula-one/azerbaijan-grand-prix

Catalunya MotoGP  - 11 June 2017

An extremely popular race in the MotoGP calendar with a choice to either stay in the city in Barcelona or on the Costa Brava coast in Santa Susanna. This is an affordable event with just a short flight from the UK, a warm Mediterranean climate and plenty of dining and nightlife options away from the racing.

Grandstand offers a choice of packages to the Catalunya MotoGP. Starting from just £339pp, staying in Santa Susanna for three nights in a 3-star hotel on the coast on a half board basis. The package also includes circuit transfers and general admission, with the option to upgrade race tickets or purchase a hospitality package.

For more information see: http://www.grandstandmotorsports.co.uk/moto-gp/catalunya-motogp

Silverstone Classic - 28 - 30 July 2017

A three-day festival of fast cars and family fun at the world's biggest classic motoring event at the Silverstone circuit. The Silverstone Classic long weekend includes an action-packed timetable of racing cars from all eras, over 10,000 classic cars on display, free access to the paddocks and the grandstands, interactive displays and activities and live entertainment.

A fully inclusive weekend package starts from £515pp and includes accommodation at the 4-star Whittlebury Hall Hotel and Spa hotel on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis and a 2 day entry ticket.

Tickets include a full schedule historic races on the Silverstone circuit, full access to the grandstands and paddocks throughout the weekend, live music concerts, a vintage funfair and parking at Silvertsone. 3 day packages are also available.

For more information see: http://www.grandstandmotorsports.co.uk/classic-events-and-historic-races/silverstone-classic  

To view the full range of packages to motorsports events in 2017, please visit www.grandstandmotorsports.co.uk or alternatively call Grandstand's team of specialists on 0116 231 1222.

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Notes to editors

Now in its 12th year, independently-owned Grandstand Motor Sports continues to expand its portfolio of motorsports events, which includes trips to F1, MotoGP, WSBK, Le Mans 24 Hours, FIA WEC, Formula E, Indycar and NASCAR. It is also now possible to book racing experiences and track days at prestigious circuits such as Monza and the Nurburgring.

Flexible & tailor-made itineraries - Grandstand Motor Sports will tailor-make bespoke itineraries according to customers' requirements. This includes booking flights from regional airports in the UK, booking extended stays, arranging group itineraries and arranging multi-centre itineraries.

Hospitality packages - Grandstand offers an extensive range of Hospitality options at different events and individual races. Options include the Formula One Paddock Club (available at all Formula One races), MotoGP hospitality and Toyota Gazoo Racing VIP Hospitality at FIA WEC races.

Please note that all prices quoted in this press release are correct at the time of release and are subject to change and availability

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