Starhotels Grand Milan

Located opposite Saronno Railway Station, with trains to Milan and Malpensa Airport every 20 minutes, this hotel offers convenient access to the city center (5 minutes) and the Rho/Pero Fair Center and Malpensa Airport (20 minutes by car). Its 330 guest rooms feature air conditioning, TV, HIFI, telephone, heating, PayTV, minibar, and a security deposit box. The hotel also boasts ten meeting rooms, a 265-seat restaurant with a smoking area and garden, parking for 40 cars, and an attended garage for 218 vehicles. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and a wellness center complete with a swimming pool, sauna, massage room, solarium, and fitness room. Small to medium-sized pets are welcome with prior notification and applicable fees. Please note that all guests are required to present a valid photo ID upon check-in.

Milan

Milan is a dynamic city that blends historic charm with modern sophistication. Known as the global hub of fashion and design, Milan offers visitors world-class shopping, elegant boutiques, and vibrant nightlife. Explore iconic landmarks such as the Duomo di Milano, a stunning Gothic cathedral, and admire masterpieces at the Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper. Stroll through the stylish Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, and discover cutting-edge art and architecture. With its rich history, cultural treasures, and cosmopolitan atmosphere, Milan is the perfect destination for luxury holidays, city breaks, and cultural adventures.

Monza

Monza is a historic town in the Lombardy region of northern Italy, located just north of Milan. Best known worldwide for hosting the legendary Autodromo Nazionale Monza, the town has a rich blend of history, culture, and motorsport heritage. Monza itself dates back to Roman times and is renowned for its beautiful architecture, charming streets, and the expansive Monza Park, one of Europe's largest walled parks. The Royal Villa of Monza, a grand 18th-century palace surrounded by lush gardens, adds to the town's cultural appeal, making it a destination that balances historic elegance with modern Italian life. Beyond motorsport, visitors can enjoy local cafés, traditional Lombard cuisine, and seasonal events that bring together both locals and tourists, giving Monza a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.However, Monza is most famous as the home of the Italian Grand Prix, making it a global hub for Formula 1 fans. The Autodromo Nazionale Monza, nestled inside Monza Park, is one of the fastest and oldest circuits in the world, earning it the nickname Temple of Speed. Every September, the town transforms as thousands of fans flock to watch high-speed racing through Monza's iconic corners, like the Lesmo curves, Ascari Chicane, and Parabolica. The race weekend creates a festival-like atmosphere, with fans enjoying live entertainment, fan zones, and the famed Ferrari Tifosi cheering passionately from the grandstands. This unique combination of historic charm, scenic parkland, and world-class motorsport makes Monza a must-visit destination for both racing enthusiasts and cultural travelers alike.

Italian Grand Prix 2026

2026 Italian Grand Prix – Event Overview
Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Italy | September 4–6, 2026
Formula 1 World Championship – 2026 Season

The Italian Grand Prix at Monza is one of the crown jewels of the racing calendar, celebrated for its speed, history, and passionate fans. Often referred to as the Temple of Speed, Monza is renowned for its long straights, high-speed chicanes, and intense slipstream battles, making it a true test of driver skill and bravery. Since its debut in the inaugural 1950 season, Monza has been a centerpiece of the championship, drawing motorsport enthusiasts from around the world to witness its legendary atmosphere.

About Autodromo Nazionale Monza

Nestled within the expansive Monza Park north of Milan, the circuit blends historic charm with high-octane racing.

Circuit Facts:

Length: 5.793 km

Laps: 53

Constructed: 1922

Notable Sections: Curva Biassono, Variante della Roggia, Lesmo 1 & 2, Ascari Chicane, Parabolica (Curva Alboreto)

Monza is famous for its combination of blistering straight-line speeds, heavy braking zones, and sweeping high-speed corners. Drivers are constantly challenged to extract maximum performance while using slipstream tactics, making it one of the fastest and most thrilling circuits on the calendar.

Atmosphere & Fan Experience

Few Grands Prix match the energy of Monza. The Tifosi, Ferrari’s devoted supporters, turn every grandstand and terrace into a sea of red, chanting and cheering with unmatched passion. The weekend experience goes beyond the track:

Interactive fan zones with simulators, entertainment, and driver appearances

Merchandise stalls offering everything from Ferrari gear to memorabilia

Festival-like activities across Monza Park, from sunrise through post-race celebrations

The traditional Sunday track invasion after the race, a unique Monza ritual

Race Weekend Schedule – 2026

Friday – Practice: Teams fine-tune setups on Monza’s fast layout, while fans enjoy roaming the circuit, exploring fan zones, and sampling local food.

Saturday – Qualifying: Slipstreaming strategies take center stage as teams jockey for pole, producing one of the season’s most exciting qualifying sessions.

Sunday – Race Day: High-speed duels along the 350 km/h straights, intense braking battles, and the roar of the Tifosi create an unforgettable race-day atmosphere.

Location & Travel

Autodromo Nazionale Monza sits within the historic Royal Villa of Monza Park, one of Europe’s largest walled parks, just 30–40 minutes from central Milan. This makes it easy to combine the Grand Prix with city sightseeing, fine dining, shopping, and nightlife.

Getting There:

Train: Frequent services from Milan Centrale to Monza Station

Shuttle Buses: Direct transport to the circuit gates on race days

Car: On-site parking available but limited, early arrival recommended

Bike/Walk: Fans often enjoy cycling or strolling through Monza Park to reach the track

Why the Italian GP is Unmissable

Fastest circuit on the F1 calendar

Legendary corners and historic track layout

Thrilling high-speed overtakes and slipstream battles

Passionate Ferrari Tifosi creating unmatched energy

Scenic parkland setting with proximity to Milan for a complete cultural experience

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Navona Palace Luxury Inn

Navona Palace is a 17th-century building in Rome's historic centre, 150 m from Piazza Navona square. It offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. Rooms and suites at Navona Palace Luxury Inn feature an LCD TV with satellite channels. Suites come with separate living and sleeping areas, some with exposed wooden beams on the ceilings. Inside the hotel a fantastic and fully equipped spa at disposal of our guests. The Palace is located in a pedestrian area full of shops, pubs and restaurants. Navona is a great choice for travellers interested in food, city walks and culture.

Rome

In Rome you will be spoilt for choice in this infinitely intriguing city where an unsurpassed vibrancy of life mixes with epic history, tasty cuisine, top class shopping and a joyous nightlife. Peel back layer upon layer history with world class sights such as the Coliseum, The Roman Forum, the Trevi Fountain and more. The Pantheon is awe-inspiring dating back to 27 BC and is the only complete structure from the Roman Empire still standing. The circus maximus once seated 250,000 spectators for chariot races around 11 BC. While the oval shape of Piazza Navona, which houses the magnificent Four River Fountain, is a clue to its Stadium of Domitian heritage from 86 AD were gladiators fought and athletes competed. The Spanish Steps, the home of John Keats, were built in 1723-1725 and are another of those must-see places – a place to sit and people watch artists, poets and painters.The best place to stay is in the centre of Rome close the train terminus which puts you within walking distance of many of the major attractions. Walking is the best option to enable you to unearth some unexpected sights, memorable moments and great photo opportunities. Perhaps the warm aroma of a bakery and the handmade leather of a local craftsman. Seek out that tucked away piazza stuck in the 16th century criss-crossed with washing lines and adorned with colourful window boxesRome The Eternal City – so called because the Roman Empire thought that no matter what happened to the world, no matter how many other empires may rise and fall, Rome would go on forever. Rome is the accumulation of knowledge, art and war for innumerable generations. Rome Was Not Built In A Day – dates back to the 12th Century referring to the fact that the development of Rome was slow and steady. That many centuries were required to make it the chief city of the world and that great things are not achieved without great patience and effort.

Legend of the Seas

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Royal Caribbean Legend of the Seas is brand new for the summer season in May 2026 and is the third of the spectacular Icon class of ship – the largest cruise ships afloat. Once you are on board – you will not realise you are on a ship unless you happen to be outside near the edge and notice something passing by. This ship is certainly a feat of modern engineering and seeing is believing that this city afloat can actually move between destinations. This ship is almost 1200 feet long at 250,800 tonnes and accommodates 7600 passengers at double occupancy over 20 passenger decks. There are 20 dining options including the Aqua Dome Market food hall, 9 pools and 6 adrenalin pumping waterslides. There are specific areas on board for suite guests, children, families and adults only which appeals to all types of holiday maker from all walks of life.

Naples

From Naples most people head for the ancient Roman ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius or scoot across the bay to the island of Capri.

Enjoy a day of relaxation at sea taking advantage of the vast and mind blowing range of facilities, entertanment and ding options on board.

Barcelona

The Christopher Columbus Statue marks the entrance to the port and the start of Las Ramblas pedestrian area – lined with shops, bars and restaurants where street entertainers keep you entertained. Perhaps visit the famous Sagrada Familia Cathedral which was started in 1882 and is still not complete. Universal's Port Aventura theme Park is situated close by, there is also the Picasso Museum, Gaudi Architecture and the Barcelona FC museum.

Majorca

Majorca is perfect for a beach stop, a wander around Palma the capital, a visit to the mountains and the monastery of Valldemossa – one time home of Chopin.

Marseille

Marseille is the oldest city and France filled with elegant shops , bars and restaurants. Visit the Church of Notre Dame with its statue of the Virgin Mary or further afield Avignon and Provence.

La Spezia

Approximately 50 minutes from the port (La Spezia) lies the ancient city of Pisa with its famous leaning tower. Then it's on to Florence – a renaissance treasure founded in the 16th century. Visit the main cathedral Il Duomo Di Firenze started in 1296 and completed in 1436, the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio lines with gold and silver merchants.