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News & ReviewsNews & ReviewsDETTAGLIO OPENS MORE DOORS AT LE MANS

Staying PowerStaying PowerCELEBRATING 24 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Accommodation FocusAccommodation FocusTHE UNITED ESTATES OF LE MANS

Chateau Showcase Chateau Showcase FROM LOVELY TO LAVISH

C R iC R iCase ReviewCase ReviewMICROSOFT GOES BING

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Key Points Key Points UNLOCKING SOME OF THE FINER DETAILS UNLOCKING SOME OF THE FINER DETAILS

Vroom ServiceVroom ServiceCARRYING GUESTS FORWARD

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Staying Power – A 24 Year Celebration2010 MARKS THE 24TH YEAR THAT DETTAGLIO DIRECTOR AND FORMER LE MANSDRIVER ROBIN DONOVAN, WILL BE ACCOMMODATING VIPs AND SPONSORS ATLE MANS. A CELEBRATION OF 24 YEARS OF 24 HOURS EXPERIENCE.

2009 – Our Busiest Le Mans Yet( )

The United Estates of Le MansBY CONSTANT NETWORKING, REGULAR SUPPLIER VISITS, HOUSE INSPECTIONS ANDMAINTAINING A SHARP EYE FOR NEW OPPORTUNITIES OUR PROPERTY

THANKS TO TEAMS SUCH AS AMR (AND THEIR PARTNERS), AF CORSE, TEAMSEATTLE, STRAKKA , VIPs AND OTHER PARTIES (GOODWOOD, MICROSOFT , ETC)WE KEPT 30 STAFF, 16 MINIBUSES AND 40+ PROPERTIES BUSY THROUGHOUT .

A RECORD WELCOME

With both the legendary 24 Hours and thenow celebrated Classic with us again in

AND MAINTAINING  A SHARP EYE FOR NEW OPPORTUNITIES,  OUR PROPERTY PORTFOLIO CONTINUES TO GROW BOTH IN SIZE AND QUALITY. See Page 2.

VIP Guest and Sponsor AccommodationFROM A SMALL ‘QUICK TRIP’ VIP GROUP TO AN ELABORATE REQUEST FOR ALARGE CORPORATE SPONSOR WE ARE LIKELY TO HAVE, OR CAN SECURE, EITHERA CHATEAU VILLA OR MANOR HOUSE THAT FITS THE BRIEF See Page 3

2010, welcome to our new Driving Passionmagazine. This issue is entirely dedicatedto focusing on the major accommodationservices that we provide at Le Mans eachyear.

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Team Accommodation ReviewWITH A LACK OF HOTELS IN THE AREA, SECURING PROPERTIES CLOSE TO THE CIRCUIT WITH ENOUGH BEDS, BATHROOMS AND SHOWERS IS ALWAYS TRICKY. WE SPEND TIME SOURCING AND VISITING THE MOST APPROPRIATE. See Page 5.

A CHATEAU, VILLA OR MANOR HOUSE THAT FITS THE BRIEF. See Page 3.Although Dettaglio operates in many autoand motorsport related areas, Le Mans isone of our largest single VIP race events.In 2009 we provided clients with a recordnumber of properties as well as taking on arecord number of staff to look after thenumerous and varied programmes that we

Microsoft Join The Party Case Review

Homing In - The Key PointsOLD NEWS TO SOME, BUT CRUCIAL TO ALL. WE LOOK AT SOME OF THENUMEROUS HARD FACTS; HOTEL v PRIVATE PROPERTY, DISTANCE v PRICE,DEMAND v AVAILABILITY, DISAPPEARING OPTIONS AND BOOKINGS. See Page 6.

numerous and varied programmes that wehad arranged on behalf of teams, sponsorsand independent VIP groups.

2010 will be another record year as wecelebrate Robin’s 24th consecutive year atLe Mans looking after client, team and

Moving Experiences – VIP Transportation

Microsoft Join The Party – Case ReviewFROM A PRINCE AND A MOVIE STAR, TO TOP RACE TEAMS AND BLUE CHIPPARTNERS, WE ACCOMMODATE MANY, BUT HERE WE TAKE A LOOK AT ONENEW FACE TO LE MANS AND THE DEPTH OF OUR INVOLVEMENT. See Page 7.

Le Mans looking after client, team andsponsor needs for the event.

WE HAVE BUILT A STRONG TEAM OF BI‐LINGUAL DRIVER HOSTS WITH LOCALKNOWLEDGE AND CAN PROVIDE A DEDICATED AND BESPOKE MINIBUS SERVICETHROUGHOUT YOUR STAY PLUS EXECUTIVE HELICOPTER SHUTTLES. See Page 8.

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INSPECTIONS and EXPECTATIONSThroughout the year we make reconnaissance visitsto Le Mans at least once every 6-8 weeks. Everyproperty in our portfolio has been visited andthoroughly inspected so we we can speak to you first

AROUND LE MANS IN 80 WAYS

By constant networking and regular visits

thoroughly inspected so we we can speak to you, firsthand, about its qualities and standards. Of course,the quality of properties vary, but all have to reach aminimum standard to be included in our portfolio.

By constant networking and regular visitsto new and existing properties ouraccommodation portfolio has now doubledover the last two years to over 80 estates.The most suitable options can be easilyemailed to you in presentation form.

HOUSE MATCH

Once we have your brief we can get towork. Unlike major cosmopolitan cities,securing the most suitable accommodationh t L M i t t ihere at Le Mans is not an exact science.That said, we normally get very close andprovide you with a range of the bestsolutions available. For those briefs wherewe can not find an immediate match we willwork hard with our regular contacts tosecure a great solutionsecure a great solution.

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UNLOCKING THE BEST AVAILABLEAs well as private chateau accommodation, we also have a select number of lavish castle properties providing full hotel facilities. Whilstthese tend to be further away from the circuit, they benefit from fully staffed services with bar, restaurant and banqueting facilities. Most ofthese magnificent properties also have a helicopter landing site within their grounds to be utilised to the full, particularly on race day.

FROM LOVELY TO LAVISH

We now have a superb range of varyingsized chateaux and country estates. Mostare relatively small, family run chateauxclose to the circuit from 5 to 9 bedrooms.As is standard, most first floors are moreliberally blessed with bathrooms than thesecond floor – a quintessential aspect ofFrench chateau lifestyle living.

We also have a smaller selection of largerchateaux, some very close to the circuit,available on a first come first served basisavailable on a first come first served basis,as well as other sizeable properties furtherafield (40-60 minutes). These are also idealfor large VIP and sponsor groups,especially if good, reliable and efficientcircuit transfer arrangements are made inadvanceadvance.

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CLOSING IN ON THE CIRCUIT

From characterful and cosy country manory yhouses, modern and stylish villas, smallvillage cottages to town houses in centralLe Mans, we specialise in securingappropriate accommodation for clients asclose to the circuit as possible. Many of ourproperties are less than a 30 minute drivef h k i h j f h 45of the track, with just a few more than 45

minutes away - generally our maximum.

PLACING YOUR BRIEF

VIP guest, sponsor, driver, enthusiast orguest, spo so , d e , e t us ast oworking staff, single room or willing toshare, long weekend (normally 4 daysminimum ) or full week? The more detailedyour brief, the easier it will be for us tosecure the most suitable accommodationfor you.

ENJOYING  A SENSE OF RESIDENCEA warm welcome from the owners awaits you at the private properties we select and provide. They will stay on site, or close by, toprovide breakfast each morning and basic housekeeping services. All try to be as helpful as possible without being intrusive. We dorent properties that are totally autonomous, but most guests prefer to have a friendly host nearby!

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WHAT’S NEW ?Always call us – even if you are a regular clientand are fairly familiar with our teamaccommodation portfolio. We go to great

ENGINEERING THE MOST SUITABLE ACCOMMODATION

We have bilingual staff with many yearsexperience securing team accommodation

lengths to find new opportunities and may haveproperties you are unfamiliar with, or that havebeen rented in the past by other customers, butare now available for 2010.

experience securing team accommodationat Le Mans. The challenge begins manymonths before with visits and inspections.We source new property opportunities, aswell as existing ones and, using our vastexperience, weigh up their suitability. Notall get throughall get through.

WAKING UP TO HOT SHOWERS

We respect that all teams are different, butsome basic requirements are very muchh f ll E h b d id hthe same for all. Enough beds aside, the

main priorities are being as close to thecircuit as reasonable and having a largecomplement of bathrooms and showers. Ofcourse another small but important detailthat we always insist on is that the hotwater remains hot!

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water remains hot!

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DRIVING PASSIONPASSION I accommodation focus I Key PointsBOOKINGS and CHOICE Many regular attendees be it

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Many regular attendees, be itsponsors or teams, reservetheir accommodation fromone year to the next. For the24hrs those teams that havea guaranteed entry are thenext to confirm At each step

HOTEL vs HOUSEFor those not familiar with Le Mans, hotelsare few and far between and quality hotels

next to confirm. At each stepthe choice of the mostsuitable properties availablereduces. As bookings aremade, the first to go are,logically, those most desirableand closest to the circuit.are few and far between, and quality hotels

rarer still. Those that there are often getbooked up months, even years ahead. Inaddition, as with any event of this size andlength, hotel rooms are offered at a veryhigh premium. We specialise in the rentalof private properties because clients are

PROVISIONAL BOOKINGIf you can not book early it iswell worth making aprovisional reservation. Wewill then endeavour to reserveof private properties because clients are

more likely to get better value for money,often in wonderfully pleasant surroundings.

PRICE vs DISTANCEThere are exceptions, particularly with themore lavish chateaux in the region but a

the property that you havechosen for as long aspossible. All private ownersact differently, but for earlyconfirmations deposits are asmaller percentage of the

Client Credibility

more lavish chateaux in the region, but aproportion of the price, be it for a hotel or aprivate property, does relate to the distancefrom the circuit. The closer you are - thehigher the premium.

DEMAND vs AVAILABILITY

rental than those booked at alater date.

PROOF IN THE PROVIDINGOver the years we have provided accommodation for clients toonumerous to mention. However, last year alone these includedPeugeot, Microsoft, Aston Martin Racing, AMOC, Hackett, JaegerLeCoultre, Strakka Racing, AF Corse, Advanced Engineering,Charouz, Jaguar Cars, Goodwood and the GRRC, as well as a

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DEMAND vs AVAILABILITY With 270,000 attending the 24hrs, andnumbers rising further with the bi-annual LeMans Classic, it is fair to say that demandfor the best quality accommodation faroutweighs availability. Booking early, if atall possible is the only way to guarantee

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number of independent private VIP groups.all possible, is the only way to guaranteeaccess to the most suitable properties.

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DRIVING PASSIONPASSION I case review I Microsoft goes Bing TEAM SEATTLE Accommodation and VIP ServicesLe Mans 24 Hours 2009

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$250K FOR CHILDREN’S CHARITY Team Seattle sponsor Microsoft and theirnew search and discover engine ‘Bing’ keptthe world up to date as the ‘cash per lap’pledges rolled in for the Hospital. With adedicated screen in the pits the new to LeMans sponsor also kept the team bang (orshould we say ‘Bing’) up to date!

SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLELM24 2009 was the grand finale to TeamSeattle’s 12 year fundraising mission forSeattle s 12 year fundraising mission forthe infant cardiac care unit at Seattle’sChildren Hospital, bringing the total raisedto close on $4 Million. Few sponsors, letalone engineers, slept in the Seattle campas the all American rookie team of DonKitch, Joe Foster and TV and movie starPatrick Dempsey motored to a superbfinish in the Team Seattle AdvancedEngineering Ferrari GT2. One of ourchallenges was to look after all the team,sponsors and guests when they did sleep!

OUR 7 DAY VIP SERVICEOUR  7 DAY VIP SERVICEWe provided accommodation for the team and over 40 VIPsponsor guests, at 3 sizeable properties close to the circuit,and a 7 day VIP programme which included a D-Day beachvisit, wine tasting at a top Loire wine producer, driversparade suite viewing, the best tickets and hospitality at thecircuit, track tours, helicopter over-flights, a grand post race

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circuit, track tours, helicopter over flights, a grand post racecelebration party and executive transportation throughout.

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VROOM SERVICEOur guest services do not end with thesupply of accommodation. We are morethan happy to arrange any or alltransportation services throughout yourstay. These include:

EXECUTIVE HELICOPTER SHUTTLES  VIP executive transfers from your chateauto the circuit and return with hosts at eitherend to escort you to your final arrivaldestination. Particularly convenient on racemorning and after the finish of the 24Hwhen it can take two hours or more toleave the circuit from the interior.

MINIBUS SHUTTLES & TRANSFERS  A dedicated, bespoke and on demandpservice (minimum 3 days), from airport pickups to transfers between circuit, functionsand accommodation with local, bi-lingualdriver hosts who know the best routes.

HIGH FLYING  FUNWe arrange helicopter flights over the circuit duringthe race. Our most popular reservations are on theSaturday evening, just before dusk begins to fall.This ultimate ‘grandstand in the sky’, 300 metresabove the cars, is a spectacular way of witnessingthe action from a completely different angle and hasl d t b ll t d l

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Lavish VIP chateauxFROM THE LOVELY TO THE STYLISH – A SMALL BUT SELECT NUMBER OFEXCELLENT PROPERTIES FOR THE DISCERNING CLIENT WHO REQUIRES THEBEST AVAILABLE PROPERTY NEAR TO LE MANS FOR THEIR GUESTS .

Superb Chateaux and Manor HousesA LARGER RANGE OF SUPERB PROPERTIES IDEAL FOR VIP GUESTS, SPONSORS,DRIVERS AND TEAM MANAGEMENT. ALL WITHIN A 35 MINUTE RADIUS OF THECIRCUIT, SUPPLYING ANYTHING BETWEEN 4 TO 14 BEDROOMS.

Town and Country HousingTown and Country HousingFROM CONVENIENTLY CENTRAL TOWN HOUSES TO CHARACTERFUL COUNTRYCOTTAGES WE PROVIDE A NUMBER OF WELL POSITIONED BUT SMALLER SIZEDPROPERTIES. IDEAL FOR SMALL GROUPS ‐ DRIVERS, ENTHUSIASTS, AND STAFF.

Hotel Help

Race Team Accommodation

Hotel HelpWITH ONLY A LIMITED NUMBER OF GOOD QUALITY HOTELS IN THE AREA, OFTENBOOKED CLOSE TO CAPACITY MANY MONTHS IN ADVANCE, WE CAN ADVISE ONCURRENT AVAILABILITY AND COST , AND THE MOST SUITABLE OPTIONS .

HOW CAN WE ACCOMMODATE YOU?The combined Le Mans experience of the Dettagliomanagement now stretches into 40+ years Our overall

Executive TransportationAS WELL AS DEDICATED MINIBUS AND HELICOPTER SHUTTLE SERVICES, WE CAN

FROM CHALETS TO CHATEAUX , WE HAVE A NUMBER OF SUITABLE PROPERTIESPROVIDING QUICK AND EASY ACCESS TO THE CIRCUIT WITH SUFFICIENT ROOMS,BEDS AND BATHROOM FACILITIES TO ACCOMMODATE MOST TEAMS.

management now stretches into 40+ years. Our overallmotorsport and auto related event managementexperience extends even further. From independent VIPgroups to some of the finest teams in the world, fromsmall up and coming sponsors to large long servingblue chip corporations, we are here to help and securethe best available solutions to the brief provided

,ARRANGE ALL YOUR TRANSPORT NEEDS FROM CHAUFFEUR DRIVEN LIMOUSINESTO FLIGHTS DIRECT INTO LE MANS AERODROME , OR OTHER NEARBY AIRPORTS.

Additional VIP Programmes THE 24 YEARS EXPERIENCE WE HAVE INCLUDES EVERYTHING FROM ONE OFFSPONSOR FUNCTIONS TO 7 DAY PROGRAMMES FULL CIRCUIT HOSPITALITY TOthe best available solutions to the brief provided.

Whether it is a property or a full VIP service – how canwe accommodate you?

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SPONSOR FUNCTIONS TO 7 DAY PROGRAMMES, FULL CIRCUIT HOSPITALITY TOEXTERNAL ENTERTAINMENT, PROMOTIONS TO TOURS.

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DRIVING PASSIONPASSION I speeding ahead I Other issues Page 10

Superb Susten – Director’s ViewDIRECTOR, NICK SMITH, HAS A DRIVING PASSION. NICK HAS SPENT THE LAST 10YEARS METHODICALLY BUILDING UP AN UNPRECEDENTED KNOWLEDGE OFOVER 100,000 MILES OF EUROPE ‘S BEST ROADS. HIS BEST: THE SUSTEN PASS.

COMING UP:

BEHIND THE WHEELNow UK leaders in the provision of luxurydri ing to rs e take a look at ho the BT & Blackberry Drive On The Wild Side

The Great Goodwood toursFROM THE MILLE MIGLIA TO THE TARGA FLORIO, FROM THE MOUNTAINS OFTHE PYRENEES AND THE ALPS TO THE GLITZ OF MONACO, WE FOCUS ON OURRECENT GOODWOOD TRIPS AND PROVIDE OTHER SUPERB IDEAS.

driving tours, we take a look at how theyhave become an intoxicating lifestyleexperience. We review highlights and offeran insight into the many quite exceptionalopportunities on Europe’s most spectacularroads. We will also review the otheradrenalin fuelled ‘behind the wheel ‘

BT & Blackberry Drive On The Wild SideAS WELL AS THE ULTIMATE MULTI‐DAY DRIVING TOUR EXPERIENCE, WE REVIEWSUPERB ONE DAY EVENTS, RECENTLY ENJOYED BY BT AND BLACKBERRY, THATRAN IN CONJUNCTIONWITH MAXIMUM IMPACT MINI‐SALES FORUMS .

Vodafone’s Le Mans 24 Hour Challengeadrenalin fuelled behind the wheelencounters that can be experienced.

FOCUS ON LE MANSThe World’s greatest sporstcar race andone of our largest single VIP race events.In 2009 we had our most successful 24H

Magnificent Mulsanne – Directors View

Vodafone s Le Mans 24 Hour ChallengeWATCHING THE LEGENDARY 24 H RACE IS ONE THING, TAKING TO THE CIRCUITBEHIND THE WHEEL IS ANOTHER. FIND OUT HOW WE GAVE VODAFONE VIPGUESTS A DRIVING EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME ON THIS HALLOWED TRACK.

THE DRIVING PASSION OF DettaglioFor companies or independent VIP groups wespecialise in providing the discerning client with

thi b t th b t lit d hi h i t tIn 2009 we had our most successful 24Hever, looking after numerous programmesfor teams, sponsors and independentguests. We review what has been anexceptional year and show just how we areable to take you backstage, with the stars,an unprecedented look behind the scenes.

DIRECTOR, ROBIN DONOVAN, HAS A DRIVING PASSION. HE HAS COMPETED INNO LESS THEN 14 LE MANS 24 HOURS RACES. IN CELEBRATING 24 YEARSLOOKING AFTER SPONSORS AND VIP GUESTS , HE SHARES A 220 MPH INSIGHT.

Mansell cheers on TV’s Patrick Dempsey OUR CLIENT, TEAM SEATTLE’S TOP ROOKIE LM DRIVER AND HOLLYWOOD TV

nothing but the very best quality and high impact autorelated tours and events. Including the organisationof any interlinked programme, be it a conference, aparty, product launch or incentive scheme.

Our three main areas of expertise are:p ,

STAR, CLASPS A FRIENDLY FIST WITH THE 1992 F1 WORLD CHAMPION ON THEGRID. SEE OUR REVIEW AND HOW THEY RAISED OVER $250,000 FOR CHARITY.

Aston Martin’s 50th CelebrationSEE HOW OUR CLIENT, ASTON MARTIN RACING, CELEBRATING THE 50th

ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR HISTORIC 1959WIN NARROWLY MISSED A PODIUM

TOURS: Luxury Driving Tours.MOTORSPORT: VIP Hospitality and Accommodation.EXPERIENCES: Group Participation Events.

Look out for separate issues focussing on these areasand please don’t forget to look at our website:

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ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR HISTORIC 1959WIN , NARROWLY MISSED A PODIUMBY COMING AN OUTSTANDING 4TH OVERALL AT LE MANS THIS YEAR .

and please don t forget to look at our website:www.dettaglio.co.uk .

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