We stayed at a grand hotel called the Gellert. Like most things in Hungary, it was very old, hence no aircon, which was fun at 35 degrees !

It did however have a fantastic spa. Again, very old, dating back to the early 1900s. The focal point of the spa was the tide pool, which was built with a wave machine. Apparently the first one in Europe.

 It did the trick after a day at the track!

We arrived on the Friday and quickly aclimatised to the new surroundings.

Everyone laughed at the Cambodia hat but at least I didn't get sunstroke !

Did I mention sunstroke?! Remember, motorsport can be dangerous.

Women with scary eyes can also be dangerous. Thankfully Captain Chaos was on hand to save us.

Bouncy castle water rugby is being seriously considered by the Olympic Committee.....

The Mark Webber fan club managed a 50% turnout, with only his Mum & Dad not able to make it^©

Note : The Mark Webber fan club is sponsored by SPRITE caravans. Mouse over for a promotional message.

^© All Mark Webber jokes copyright John the Pikey

Race Day!

The million dollar men (and Mark Webber)

Mark Webbers pit crew attempt not to look too embarrassed about their grid position.

Thanks to Fosters for making the trip possible.

If you actually want to know what happened in the race, click here.

Just when you thought we'd only watched the racing and got drunk. We also soaked up some culture........

We did the full tourist thing on the Monday. Starting out with the Parliament building, then going to the Castle District on the hilltop on the Buda side. Finally ending up in the Heroes' square.