This is indeed one of the hippest vintage racing events in the world! All participants take it quite seriously, so to relive the glamour of the past (girls and engines, that is) everybody goes through great lengths to make it an event to remember. The action on the tarmac is also super exciting, so check the vid above to get a flavour of what it’s like to race vintage cars – and by God, is the competition fierce! (goodwood.com)

 

Goodwood Races

Hidden in the stunning countryside of West Sussex, Goodwood house and estate are set across 12,000 acres and is considered one of England’s greatest sporting estates. The Duke of Richmond hosts the spectacular and historic events this estate has become famous for and they really are a must-note on any social calendar. The well-established estate has developed over decades to provide the perfect backdrop for thrilling sporting events, whilst also being able to offer a whole host of additional hospitality year-round!

Goodwood’s Famous Races

Festival of Speed – The Festival of Speed is considered by Goodwood to be ‘The world’s largest automotive garden party’, that alone is enough to sell it to us! having celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2018, this is a well-loved event and draws in crowds of around 200,000 people each year, it is an event not to miss. It has been designed to be a total celebration of motorsport, allowing guests to get up close to both cars and bikes as they zoom up a hill climb track. On top of this, guests have the chance to meet some of the most famous faces in racing today from across F1 and MotoGP, what more could you ask for? However, the Festival of Speed is not just for petrol heads and car fanatics, it really is great for the whole family. As an added benefit, kids under 12 go free! With some top-class hospitality, Goodwood Estate really do know how to host an event!

Goodwood Revival – Take a step back in time and explore the historic race meeting that is Goodwood Revival! This event is completely staged in a period theme and recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. The current Duke of Richmond opened this event in 1998, and it is the only historic race meeting to be hosted in a period theme. With the aim of recreating both the fashions and culture of the post-war years, this unique event is not just about historic race cars. Although not compulsory, we love the element of dress up Goodwood Revival allows its guests to take part in. Women could choose to go as a 40s housewife, 50s rock chick, or 60s Carnaby Street Fashionista! While men could choose 40s RAF Air Crew, 50s Teddy Boy, or 60s Mod Men Fashion. This element of the event really makes for a unique and spectacular affair. See you there!

Experiences at Goodwood

Whether you want to hit the racetrack, golf course, restaurant, or even the skies, Goodwood have a huge choice of experiences to book for you and your loved ones. Get an afternoon tea booked in at their famous restaurant for your special event or treat the golfer in your life to a special birthday round. Here are just some of the spectacular experiences you can book:

• Flying lessons
• Golfing with a pro
• Spa Packages
• Clay Shooting
• Dining at Farmer, Butcher, Chef – Goodwood’s flagship restaurant

The History of Goodwood: England’s Greatest Sporting Estate

As expected, Goodwood is rich in history, with the first Duke of Richmond buying the house in 1689, starting as a gentlemen’s residence. Over the years each Duke ,who took residency, saw to expand this vast estate. By the end of World War 2 the wartime Westhampnett Airfield was modified to become the famous Goodwood Motor Circuit which was then known to be Britain’s most prestigious circuit for an astounding eighteen years from 1948-1966.

By the 50s the 10th Duke of Richmond, as chairman of the Goodwood Group of Companies, saw the Goodwood Estate go from strength to strength. Overseeing the development of the racecourse and hosting the renowned international dressage championships for an incredible 21 years. Throughout the post-war years, Goodwood was slowly earning its well-deserved title as ‘England’s Greatest Sporting Estate’.

Taking us up to the modern day, the current Duke of Richmond strives to keep the Goodwood Estate a special place to be throughout the year, whilst bringing it into the 21st century with digital events and livestreams, the dedication is clear to see. Goodwood really is one of the best places to visit for all round thrills and experiences. The sporting events and hospitality are second to none and keep guests coming back year on year. All there is left for us to say is, get yourself down to Goodwood!

Calling on all speed junkies: it’s the time of year again for this legendary race festival at glorious Goodwood! Watch this Porsche vid (as if you needed anything to get hooked), and click on the purple link above to go straight to our Lifestyle section to book your entries

Geneva Int’l Motor Show: What To Expect from 17-23 Feb’25?

Our very own girl-racer Claudia Peifer recently got the chance to experience The Geneva International Motor Show.

Join her as she geeks out over the latest racers fit for domestic use, grand tourers, electric innovations, supercars and concept dreams by car manufacturing giants like Ferrari, Maserati, McLaren, Aston Martin and Rolls-Royce!

Claudia’s favourite by a mile is the Rolls Royce Wraith, which she actually ordered in 6 colours (one for every weekday), as well as the Aston Martin Superleggera just for Sundays…and if you believe that, you’ll believe anything .

Join us as we use Claudia’s experience to lift the lid on everything you need to know about the Geneva International Motor Show.

What is The Geneva International Motor Show?

Like the NEC Classic Motor Show, The Geneva International Motor Show is the ultimate playground for car enthusiasts. The main difference here is, the Geneva show is very much about innovation and the cutting edge of the automotive industry.

Held annually in Switzerland’s sleek city of Geneva, this world-famous event showcases the latest and greatest in the automotive world. Think of it as a red carpet for cars—where luxury vehicles, jaw-dropping supercars, and futuristic concept rides make their grand debut. There’s something to amaze everyone.

But it’s not just about the cars, it’s also about the vibe. Glamorous displays, industry insiders, and tech-savvy surprises at every turn. Whether you’re a gearhead or just love a good show, Geneva is the place to be for automotive magic!

How Long Is It On For?

The Geneva International Motor Show is open for 10 days in November and during that time over 600,000 people will make the journey from across the world. That should give you some idea as to the scale of this motoring behemoth.

Overviewing the History of the Geneva International Motor Show

Starting in 1905, the show has been running for nearly 120 years! Almost all automobile major internal combustion engine models have been showcased over the years – and that’s not all!

The show has also had benzene- and steam-powered cars that were used right at the start of the century – perfect for all the historians! Seeing how motors have changed over the last century is truly fascinating. How did we get about back then?!

Often at the motor show it is exotic supercars making a debut appearance that catches the attention. But it’s not just new cars that get announced here.

Some other things traditionally announced at the amazing motor show include:

• Technical breakouts
• Prototypes
• Creative concepts
• New equipment
• International partnerships
• Political and social debates

Due to Switzerland not having its own auto industry, the Geneva International Motor Show acts as a level playing field for all of the world’s top automakers!

Best Things to Do at The Geneva International Motor Show

The Geneva International Motor Show isn’t just for car geeks—it’s a playground for anyone who loves a bit of speed and style! Here’s how to have a blast:

• Catch the Latest Car Debuts: As we’ve already mentioned, this is the place to see the world’s hottest new rides before anyone else! From jaw-dropping supercars to futuristic EVs, you’ll feel like you’re at the Oscars of the car world. Expect lots of “wow” moments!
• Jump into Test Drives: Ever wondered what it feels like to drive a dream car? Now’s your chance! Jump into the driver’s seat of world-class cars like the Maserati Levante, Aston Martin DB11 Volante or the super sleek DBS Superleggera.
• Simulated Fun: Think you’ve got what it takes to get behind the wheel of a racer? You and the family can test your skills on five Gran Turismo simulator seats and try to beat the best European Lamborghini driver of the GT World Series.
• Chill with Talks & Panels: Get the inside scoop on the future of driving from the pros. It’s like a TED Talk, but way cooler and with cars.
• Hit the EV Pavilion: The electric cars here aren’t just about saving the planet—they’re sleek, stylish, and super fun to explore. It’s a peek into the future!

Whether you’re test-driving, taking selfies with supercars, or just soaking up the scene, the Geneva Motor Show is all about good vibes and great cars!

Make More of Your Experience With the Event App

If all that car-centric fun wasn’t enough, you can also embrace the magic of the event with the help of an official app!

Acting as one of the show’s main innovations this year, the application can be downloaded on all iOS and Android phones – for free of charge!

Providing in-depth information regarding the show’s exhibitors and its key elements, the app is a must have for all lovers of the motor show. In addition to showing you more info about the exhibitions, the app can also show you recommendations on where to stay in Geneva and how to make the most of your trip.

The app is now available to download on the Apple Store and Google Play.

Three Top Events to Enjoy

As well as the new, innovative app, this motor show is also split up into three exciting events:

1. GIMS VIP Day – Inspirational characters and executives from the automotive industry discuss hot topics that look to shape the future of mobility.
2. GIMS Discovery – In hall 7 of Palexpo, there is a unique indoor circuit. Visitors can enjoy a trip round the circuit behind the wheel of an alternative vehicle – be it a hybrid, natural gas, electricity or hydrogen car! A plethora of other attractions make the Discovery Hall a great meeting place.
3. GIMS Tech – A brilliant opportunity to get an exciting look into the mobility technologies and services for the future!

Discover More Events Like This on Our Travel Channel

If the Geneva International Motor Show sounds like your cup of tea, then you really need to check out our Travel Channel.

On our dedicated Travel Channel, we bring you all the latest news about awesome event across Europe from the automotive world and beyond.

The food in Andalucia is in abundance, whether on land or in the sea – it’s Spain’s ‘horn of plenty’, many people say! And the culture there is as rich as it’s cuisine, influenced by the many conquering countries, who invaded southern Spain over centuries and left their marks. History is imbedded in the Andalusian culture and this is reflected in their kitchens and recipes too! In comes Annie B, who has been organising food tours from one of the prettiest, white-washed cities in the whole of Spain: Vejer! Perched on a large hill or small mountain, it is a stunning city to visit, and not only during their jazz festival. We’ve accompanied her on the ‘Ultimate Gourmet Tour of Cádiz’, which was a culinary revelation. Visiting local shops and learn to cook like a pro in her industrial kitchen was massive fun, but all the pit stops on the way around Vejer and even to the ‘Sherry triangle’, when we visited a sherry bodega with a tasting session after, were a real adventure. Watch it now and get hooked…then plan your very own tour some time later on, when it’s safe to travel again. No harm in starting to dream now though…

Although these current unprecedented times mean that it can be a struggle to get pasta from the local supermarket, let alone go on food tours across Europe, TA-DAH.TV wants to act strong as a platform in which people can escape the daily plight and hardship of isolation and start making plans again post-CV19. In this piece, we will take a look at some of Europe’s food tours – this is as convenient a time as ever to discuss food from across Europe as different cultures offer a variety of herbs and spices that allow us to stay healthy.

Annie B’s Ultimate Gourmet Tour of Cadiz

We were lucky enough to join the amazing Annie B – a food tour specialist, whom many foodies have great respect for! We followed her and her fantastic Spanish Kitchen on a fascinating tour of Cadiz. The tour consisted of many marvellous activities such as organic wine tastings. Our personal favourite part of the tour was the cooking class for Andalusian dishes – Annie knows exactly where to go to get the freshest & tastiest foods from different markets, shops and delicatessen, so it was a pleasure to be taught how to be the best by the best! We also enjoyed txocos for lunch, and a Sherry tour that really makes you appreciate Southern Andalusian lifestyle, it’s cuisine and everything it has to offer! Some other great food tours that are right at the top of our hit-list are:

Eating Europe’s London East Tour

Tours with Eating Europe first began in Rome in 2011 and they have been taking thousands of food lovers on amazing foodie tours ever since! Their tours allow guests to delve into the heart and stomach of some of the world’s most iconic cities. One of the tours they offer is a half day spent across the East End of London. You can indulge in the best English cheeses, fish and chips, salted caramel tarts, and curries along the famous Brick Lane. This is accompanied with many stops at London’s best shops, pubs, bakeries and restaurants.

Scooteroma’s Vespa Foodie Tour of Rome

Another food tour that is loved by people in their thousands is Scooteroma’s Vespa Foodie Tour of Rome. This tour combines two of Rome’s finest pleasures – Vespas and food. American expert Annie Ojile created this tour and one of her amazingly kind tour guides will get you from your very own hotel and take you on an astonishing tour of the gorgeous city. Along the way, you will stop at the old-school bakery Panella for a cornetto and cappuccino. This will be followed by trying the cult-favourite street food, treating yourself to gelato on the amazing Aventine Hill and eating in Pigneto – a lovely neighbourhood decorated with street art.

Yes, these times of self-isolation and staying indoors are hard, which is why TA-DAH.TV is thrilled to offer you places and lifestyle experiences to dive right into, until all of this CV-19 madness blows over. Offering new programmes every month, there are plenty of shows helping you escape the daily grind of self-discipline and much fun to be had all over Europe. Here’s to when this epidemic has been overcome and we can all do exciting things and be ourselves again…thanks for checking us out and have a lovely day!

And what a weekend it was: vintage cars galore, exciting races, and international crowd and all of them making their way through the deepest Andalusia countryside from Seville to Sotogrande in glorious sunshine, sampling incredible sights, dinners and historic venues. Once arrived in Sotogrande, the display in the exclusive lifestyle destination’s port was a sight to behold, and fans were treated to some truly stunning examples. The Concours d’ Elégance was another stunning display of precious old-timers and more modern gems on four wheels, so click that start button now to get the low-down of one of the most exclusive classic car rally in Europe.