Lee Tomlinson’s
England/France
Racing Trip – 2007
Featuring the
Prix de L’Arc de Triomphe
Our 2007 Trip
This year's European Racing trip exceeded everyone's expectations!
Five days in London, three days in Paris, highlighted by the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, and an exciting weekend of racing at Longchamp. Our visits to Windsor, Salisbury, and Goodwood racecourses in England were all enhanced by visits to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Salisbury Cathedral. It's safe to say that every member of our group came away with wonderful memories.
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—Lee Tomlinson
Do you like:
- Thoroughbred Racing
- Travel abroad
- England
- France
- All of the above
If you chose “e” then please read on…
Join Lee Tomlinson and the folks at Horse Racing
Abroad for an eight-day racing trip you will never forget!
Picture yourself in the best seats in the house at Longchamp Racecourse in the heart of Paris, watching the richest race of the European racing season; the famous Prix de L’Arc de Triomphe.
Have an intimate look behind the scenes at Chantilly Training Center where you’ll meet with one of France’s leading trainers.
Meet noted author and handicapper, Mark Cramer, who will discuss European racing on the eve of Arc weekend.
In England you’ll stay in London and “go racing” at Windsor, Salisbury, and beautiful Goodwood racecourse. In addition, you’ll tour Windsor Castle and historic Stonehenge, both located near the racecourses mentioned.
You’ll have badges, admissions, racing papers, and more. And you will always be transported by private coach to and from all destinations. Learn more about Lee Tomlinson and read racegoer testimonials from former trips. See below the complete itinerary, prices, and reservation form.
More About Lee...
Lee Tomlinson has had a solid impact on the practice of handicapping. The information contained in his three pedigree publications, “Mudders & Turfers”, “Sprinter's & Stayers”, and “Tomlinson's Comprehensive Pedigree Guide” may now be found in every edition of the Daily Racing Form.
Lee ran his first overseas thoroughbred racing trip in 1998. Guests enjoyed a week of exciting racing in England and France, highlighted by the Prix de L’Arc de Triomphe at Longchamp racecourse in Paris.
The following year, 1999, the trip was to England and Ireland, climaxed by the Irish Derby at The Curragh. And in 2004, Lee escorted a group on a four day weekend trip to Paris and the ARC.
In conjunction with Horse Racing Abroad, the 32 year old British based firm that specializes in thoroughbred racing trips, Lee has received high praise from many racegoers who enjoyed those overseas racing experiences.
Racegoer Testimonials...
“Lee's
trips are everything a horse racing adventure should be ... first class,
worry free, and above all, fascinating. Just show up and it's all taken care
of. New tracks, new towns, new customs, new food & drink,
and new friends who will be racing buddies for life. I was like a kid in
a candy store at each track, large or small, with so much to explore and
take in. The side trips to places like the Chantilly gallops, Sheikh Mohammed's
training facility at Newmarket, and Coolmore Stud were additional once-in-a-lifetime
highlights.”
T. Bjork, Illinois
“My wife and I went on several trips with this group and had a great
time.
The entire experience was first class all the way.”
H. Pack, New York
“During my two horseracing trips I enjoyed first class accommodations
at the hotels and racing enclosures in addition to the instant camaraderie
with my fellow travelers. I left the trips with wonderful memories of the
best vacation of my life, new lifelong friends, and a yearning to return
for another tour.”
S. Slagle, New Mexico
“Lee’s trips are adventures in horse racing….a fascinating
sample of settings big and small. The racing side trips were wonderfully
intriguing, the accommodations and transfers were comfortable and hassle
free. Best of all, fine friendships were launched.”
J. DeVasher, Tennessee
“I have been on the trips in ’98 and ’99, and both trips
were fantastic. The side trips were great, the racing venues were excellent,
and the planning and execution of everything were flawless. Things happened
when they were supposed to, and there was adequate spare time to see or do
anything not included in the itinerary. These trips would be hard to duplicate,
and I like the fact that all the work is done for me and all I have to do
is figure out which horse(s) I want to wager on.”
J. Sucevic, Florida
“The best thing about the trips…great camaraderie before, during,
and after the races. Bottom line is that there is no more enjoyable way to
experience racing across the pond than as part of a group of racing enthusiasts.
I really enjoyed the visit to the Chantilly training center and meeting with
Criquette Head.”
V. Ralph, New Jersey
2007 England/France Racing Trip Highlights…
Sunday, Sept.30 --- Check-in at Kensington Palace Hotel - London.“Welcome” Cocktail Party @ 6:00pm. Meet everyone in our group.
Monday, October 1 --- Morning visit to Windsor Castle. And then it’s on to nearby WINDSOR Racecourse for a day of flat racing.
Tuesday, October 2 --- Free Day in London. Sightsee, shop, museum hop. So much to see and do in this great city.
Wednesday, October 3 --- Morning visit to Historic Stonehenge. And then it’s on to nearby SALISBURY Racecourse for a day of flat racing.
Thursday, October 4 --- We’ll all have Lunch in the Charlton Hunt Restaurant with a view of beautiful GOODWOOD Racecourse, and an afternoon of top flight thoroughbred racing.
Friday, October 5 --- Morning departure
on Eurostar speedtrain from London to Paris Check-in
at Ampere Hotel in Paris.
Afternoon at leisure.
At 6:00pm we’ll have a “Meet & Greet MARK
CRAMER” Cocktail party
at our hotel.
Mark, currently a resident of Paris, is the author of several racing books
including Thoroughbred Cycles and Scared
Money, and also publishes the popular C&X Report.
Above all, Mark is an avid fan of thoroughbred racing, and will offer his
insights
into “Arc weekend” for our group.
Saturday, October 6 --- We’ll all head out early for a Morning visit to the famous Chantilly Training Centre, about 30 miles from Paris, and the home of trainers Criquette Head and Andre Fabre. We’ll meet and talk with a popular French trainer. In the afternoon, it’s off to beautiful LONGCHAMP Racecourse for an afternoon of top quality racing featuring One G1 and four G2 races.
Sunday, October 7 --- ARC DAY! Six (6) Group I races including Europe’s richest race, the Prix de L’Arc de Triomphe. This is Europe’s version of “Breeders Cup” day!
Monday, October 8 --- Departure from
Ampere Hotel.
If you’re leaving Paris on Monday, we’ll provide coach service
to Charles DeGaulle Airport.
Trip Details…
* Included in England *
- “WELCOME” Cocktail Party @ London Hotel
- Five (5) nights in London Hotel.
- Full English Breakfast each morning.
- Transportation to and from Windsor, Salisbury, and Goodwood racecourses.
- Complimentary Racing Post and Racecards on 3 racing days.
- Member’s Admission Badges at all 3 racecourses in England.
- Monday morning visit to, and tour of “Windsor Castle”.
- Wednesday morning visit to Historic “Stonehenge”.
- Lunch at Goodwood Racecourse. Reserved tables for our group.
- Transportation from London to Paris on Eurostar, the high speed rail alternative to flying. We’ll try to get to Paris as early as possible to allow for some free time in Paris Friday afternoon and evening.
* Included in France *
- Three nights in Paris Hotel.
- Continental Breakfast each morning.
- Racing newspapers and racecards both racing days.
- Saturday morning visit to the Chantilly Training Centre. Get a real “behind the scenes” view.
- Transportation to and from Longchamp Racecourse for Saturday and Sunday’s racing.
- Reserved seats both racing days in the “Horse Racing Abroad” private pavilion overlooking the course. The pavilion is situated around the 1/8th pole, providing an outstanding view of the races. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of our own betting windows with English speaking tellers. These accommodations are outstanding.
- Transportation to Charles DeGaulle Airport for Monday Departures.
* NOT Included *
- Air Transportation to and from the United States.
- Coach transfer from airport to London Hotel.
Trip Options …
* ENGLAND *
(*) Subject to availability. We will do our best to seat our guests together. Cost will depend on how many are interested, specific restaurant, and menu offered. |
* FRANCE *
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Costs and Reservations…
… Download the Reservation Form …
Total Cost of trip as described (airfare
not included) =
$ 2750 pp
(based on double occupancy)
• Single Supplement – 8 nights = $850
