How To Buy The Perfect Children’s Mattress?

Shopping for a children’s mattress can truly be a challenge. There are a lot of factors that need to be considered while making the purchase since your little ones are still in their growing years. Moreover, moving from a crib to a bed can be a big change for a child. Hence, it becomes even more crucial to pick the perfect children’s mattress that not only supports your child’s physical health but also provides the right amount of comfort. So, to help you with the purchase, here are 5 factors to consider when buying a children’s mattress.

1. The amount of firmness

It is important to ensure that your child sits and sleeps in the correct posture as this will directly affect the alignment of their spine. Many parents don’t realise that the mattress chosen also affects spinal growth and alignment. A good mattress is one that has the right amount of firmness. It should strike the right balance between firmness and softness.

2. Breathability

Breathability of the mattress refers to its ability to allow air circulation, absorb moisture, and maintain the right temperature. A children’s mattress needs to have perfect breathability to ensure that your child’s sleep is not hindered due to excessive heat or sweating.

3. Cushioning materials

You can get mattresses with three types of cushioning or inner filling. These are sprung mattresses, pocket sprung mattresses, and foam mattresses.

-        Sprung mattresses: These mattresses have metal coils in them and are protected by soft foam. These coils or springs make the mattress soft, comfortable, and breathable and help in distributing the child’s weight evenly.

-        Pocket sprung mattresses: These mattresses also have springs in them which are arranged in different groups called pockets. These pockets of springs help in absorbing motion. So, if two children are sharing this mattress, the movement of one child will not disturb the other’s sleep.

-        Foam/memory foam mattress: Foam mattresses are the perfect choice for young children as these have the right amount of firmness and softness. The foam is breathable and supports a growing child’s body.

4. Hypoallergenic materials

When purchasing a children’s mattress, do ensure that you go through its product details to check if the materials used are hypoallergenic. This way, you can prevent a situation in which your children’s allergies get triggered. Hypoallergenic materials will also protect your children from developing allergies to a certain extent.

5. Mattress protection

Consider buying a children’s mattress that comes with a protection cover. If the mattress does not have a cover, you can purchase one separately. This cover should ideally be waterproof so that it can protect the mattress from getting damaged due to bed-wetting. Besides, the cover will also create a snug and cosy sleeping environment for the child. Moreover, unlike the mattress, the cover can be easily washed when needed. Do ensure that the mattress protection cover is also breathable and hypoallergenic. You can choose a cover made of pure cotton or pure polyester, with a layer of polyurethane for water resistance.

Hope this blog helps you in choosing the perfect mattress for your children.

Ahead of The F1 Abu Dhabi GP 2022, Here is A Brief History of F1 Racing at Abu Dhabi

The Yas Marina Circuit is all set to host the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the season finale of Formula 1 2022. Ever since its inception, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has been serving as the season-closer to the F1 World Championship. But did you know, that the F1 2022 is the 14th Formula 1 Grand Prix being hosted at the Yas Marina Circuit? While the circuit gears up for hosting this year’s F1 racing championship, here is a brief history of Formula 1 at Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi.

 

About Yas Marina Circuit

The Yas Marina Circuit is designed by Hermann Tilke, an engineer, professional circuit designer, and racing driver. Plans to build the 5.5 km circuit were first announced in 2006, and the circuit was completed in October 2009. Hermann Tilke has also designed various other racing circuits, including the Bahrain International Circuit, home to the F1 Bahrain Grand Prix. The Yas Marina Circuit is also the second racing circuit to be created in the Middle East, the first one being the Bahrain International Circuit. The first race to be ever held in the Yas Marina Circuit, was the two-day GP2 Asia Series test. Then in late 2009, the circuit hosted its first F1 Abu Dhabi GP. Since then, the Yas Marina Circuit has hosted a total of 13 F1 Grand Prix Racing Championships, and numerous other motorsport championships, like - FIA Formula 2, FIA Formula 4 UAE, Asian Le Mans, Gulf Radical Cup, Yas Super Street Challenge, to name a few.

The Yas Marina Circuit has come to be considered one of the most technologically advanced and beautiful racetracks in the world. In 2021, ahead of the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2021, the race track of Yas Marina Circuit got a few changes that made its racing experience more thrilling.

 

F1 Championships at Yas Marina Circuit

The circuit was inaugurated in 2009; this was also the year when it hosted its first F1 Grand Prix. It was in June 2008, during the 62nd season of the F1 world championship, that the world found out about the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The FIA (Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile) had released the provisional calender of F1 racing championships of 2009. In the calendar, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was listed as the final round of that year’s championship. Since then, the Abu Dhabi GP has been the season finale for all Formula 1 seasons. So, every year since 2009, the Yas Marina Circuit hosts the F1 Abu Dhabi GP near the end of the year, in the month of November or December. Also, the first F1 race held at the Yas Marina Circuit was a day-night race. Interestingly, it was also the first-ever day-night race of Formula 1. Since then, the Abu Dhabi GP has always conducted day-night F1 races and has become renowned for it.

Out of the 13 Grand Prix that Yas Marina Circuit has hosted till 2021, 5 have been won by the British racing champion Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes. Mercedes, as a constructor, has won 6 Grand Prix titles at Abu Dhabi GP. In 2021, Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing, created history for himself by winning the Abu Dhabi GP, as it was his first World Drivers' Championship victory. With such exciting wins and records, the F1 Abu Dhabi GP 2022 will be just as exciting for the audience as it will be for the participating teams.

 

If you wish to make bookings for Abu Dhabi GP 2022, you can head over to the official website of Yas Marina Circuit.

All You Need to Know About the F1 After-Race Concerts of Abu Dhabi GP 2022

 

The Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is only six months away and its excitement is already through the roof. The world championship in itself is thrilling and intense, but the Yas Marina Circuit makes it even more exhilarating. Along with the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi GP, the Yas Marina Circuit brings fun and amusing events like the F1 Fanzone, Pit Lane Walks, and the After-Race Concerts. And besides the championship, the F1 Yasalam After-Race Concerts are one of the most anticipated events conducted at the Yas Marina Circuit. Read on to know more about them.

What are the F1 Yasalam After-Race Concerts?

Each year, during the weekend of Formula 1 Abu Dhabi GP, the Yas Marina Circuit hosts live concerts featuring performances by world-renowned artists. These concerts are conducted during the evening, after each day’s races, at the Etihad Park. The Formula 1 championship is hosted from Friday to Sunday. But since the Yas Marina Circuit’s F1 events begin on Thursday, the first Formula 1 Abu Dhabi concert is also conducted on Thursday evening. So, a total of four live concerts are conducted during the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi GP.

How to Attend the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Concerts of 2022?

The Formula 1 After-Race Concerts of Yas Marina Circuit are open to all the ticket holders of the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix event. However, the type of ticket you hold will decide the concerts you can attend. Here is how:

The Yas Marina Circuit has several different ticket options for attending the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi GP 2022. These tickets differ in terms of the different seating venues of the circuit, from where you can watch the races. They also differ in terms of the number of days of the championship you wish to attend. For instance, if you wish to attend the races on Saturday and Sunday, you can choose a ticket for those days at a venue of your choice (there are 13 to choose from). This ticket will also grant you entry to the F1 Yasalam After-Race Concerts on Saturday and Sunday, which are the days of your tickets. In addition, it will also give you admission to the concert on Thursday evening.

The concert on Thursday (17 November) is open to all ticket holders, regardless of the number of days the ticket covers. So, even if you have a ticket for just one day, say Friday, you can attend the concerts on both Thursday and Friday evenings.

Who Is Performing in The Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Concerts of 2022?

The four after-race concerts of Formula 1 in Abu Dhabi will feature four eminent artists or bands. The Swedish supergroup, Swedish House Mafia will be performing in the concert taking place on Friday, 18 November. The artists for the rest of the three concerts have not yet been declared.

The Golden Circle Upgrade

Especially for the F1 after-race concerts, The Yas Marina Circuit has introduced a ‘Golden Circle’ upgrade. Upon purchasing this upgrade, you can get premium access to the concerts. This includes a fast-track entry, front row access, and dedicated beverage points.

To make the bookings and know more details about the F1 after-race concerts, visit the official website of Yas Marina Circuit.

Celebrate Ramadan at the Yas Marina Circuit with Go-karting, Drive Packages, and More!

 

Looking for some exciting plans to celebrate Ramadan this year? Well, why wouldn't you? It is after two years of struggling with the pandemic that the world is finally getting a chance to indulge in festivities wholeheartedly, with minimal fear. This surely makes Ramadan 2022 even more special. To add a dash of excitement and joy to this celebration, the Yas Marina Circuit has introduced some amazing offers and events for the month of Ramadan. From community experiences to fitness events, you can surely expect a memorable celebration. Read on to know more about Ramadan at the Yas Marina Circuit!

Ramadan at the Circuit!

For the whole month of Ramadan, the Yas Marina Circuit has prepared a bunch of events and activities for people of all age groups. Some of these activities also have exciting prizes awaiting the participants. And the activities that have gotten an extra dose of excitement for Ramadan 2022 are Yas Kartzone’s go-karting, YMC’s drive experiences, and the TrainYas fitness activities.

1. Go-Karting at Yas Marina Circuit

This Ramadan, celebrate with your entire family by taking them karting in Abu Dhabi! The Yas Marina Circuit of Abu Dhabi is well known for its karting experiences for people of all age groups. For Ramadan, too, the Yas Marina Circuit has introduced a karting cup, in which everyone can participate.

This go-karting cup is named Ramadan Cup and it has 3 age categories of participation:

-        Ramadan Cup - Kids: This go-karting cup is for children between 5 to 7 years of age.

-        Ramadan Cup - Juniors: This go-karting cup is for children between 8 to 12 years of age.

-        Ramadan Cup - Endurance: This go-karting cup is for people of age 13 years and above.

The prizes for the Ramadan Cup include Yas Kartzone credits for the children and Yas Marina Circuit’s drive experiences for the adults.

More Go-Karting Championships for Ramadan:

●      Besides the Ramadan Cup, the Yas Marina Circuit is also organising the Farasha Ramadan Spring Karting Cup. This cup is exclusively for women of and above 13 years of age. The prizes for this cup include trophies and drive experiences.

●      The Sodi World Series at Yas Kartzone is also organising its SWS Ramadan Cup, supported by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council. It will have three rounds of endurance racing and SWS points awarded for the international leaderboard.

2. Ramadan Offers on Driving Experiences

The Yas Marina Circuit has also introduced three exciting packages for driving experiences, exclusively for the month of Ramadan.

-        Track & Drag Pack: For just AED 450, you get to experience driving the Caterham Express, followed by a drag experience in the Chevrolet Camaro SS.

-        Adrenaline Pack: For AED 495, you get to try drifting on wet courses with the Polaris RZR RS1, followed by getting a passenger experience in the Chevrolet Drift Taxi

-        Grand Prix Pack: For AED 850, you can drive the Formula Yas 3000, the car closest to a real Formula 1 car. After that, you will get an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Yas Marina Circuit.

3. Fitness Activities

The TrainYas fitness activities introduced by Yas Marina Circuit for Ramadan are:

-        ADNOC TrainYas Ramadan Challenge: This challenge includes a 50K challenge for runners and walkers and a 100K challenge for cyclists. The event is open for everyone to participate, from April 2 to May 1.

-        Free Fitness Classes: Enjoy free fitness classes with Les Mills’ workout sessions and much more.

For the month of Ramadan, the Yas Marina Circuit has also altered its schedules for the TrainYas activities.

-        TrainYas Ladies: Tuesdays from 8 pm - 11 pm.

-        TrainYas: Mondays and Wednesdays, from 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm.

-        TrainAM: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, from 6:00 am - 8:00 am.

To know more about the Ramadan events at Yas Marina Circuit, or to make bookings, you can visit their official website.

How to Register for Yas Marina Circuit’s TriYas Challenge?

The Yas Marina Circuit, in 2022, has brought back the TriYas challenge for its 12th edition. The Abu Dhabi TriYas challenge is an elaborate day-to-night triathlon event, which contains races for people of all age groups and all fitness levels. The races conducted in this fitness event are triathlons (swimming, cycling, and running), duathlons (cycling and running), sprints, and relays. TriYas is also the only day-to-night triathlon event being conducted in the region. The final round of the TriYas Abu Dhabi 2022 is going to be conducted on 12 March 2022. The races for that day will begin at 8 am in the morning (local time), and the final race of the event will begin at 6:15 pm (local time). The final round of the TriYas challenge 2022, which is made to test the endurance of the participants, is open for registrations.

How to Register for Abu Dhabi TriYas Challenge, 2022?

If you wish to participate in the TriYas Challenge 2022, follow these simple steps:

1. First, head over to the official website of the Yas Marina Circuit.
2. On the website’s homepage, look for the ‘Health & Fitness’ tab. Go to the tab, and in the drop-down menu that opens, click on ‘TriYas Presented by ADNOC’ under the ‘What’s On’ heading.
3. On the page that opens, scroll down and look for the tabs titled ‘Single and Relay Entry’ and ‘Mixed Relay and Group Registration’.
4. As per your desired race, click on a tab.
5. The page will then take you to an online form, where you need to provide details in order to complete your registration. The details you need to provide include the choice of the contest, the name of your club, and personal details like your name, your country of residence, your passport number, your contact details, etc.
6. Once you have filled in the details, you will see the TriYas Participant Pledge. It mentions the rules and guidelines that all the participants need to follow during the event in order to maintain safety and cleanliness. Go through these rules properly, before confirming your details.
7. After you are done reading the pledge, click on the check-box to confirm it, and click ‘Next’.
8. On the next page that opens, the site will display the details you have entered. Here, go through the details and make sure that you have filled in the correct information.
9. After confirming, you can proceed to make payment.

COVID-19 Protocols for TriYas Challenge 2022

As you know, the pandemic is not yet over, and the world is still unsafe. Hence, in order to prevent the further spread of COVID-19, the Yas Marina Circuit has made some protocols to be followed by all the TriYas participants and visitors:

-        All the participants, who are above 16 years of age, must be fully vaccinated or have the appropriate waiver to be eligible for participating.

-        The participants also need to download the AlHosn app and show a ‘green’ status for entering the Yas Marina Circuit.

-        They will also need to show a negative PCR test result. The test should be taken within 96 hours to the day of the event.

-        Participants under 16 years of age, or those who are not fully vaccinated, will also need a negative PCR test result, with the test taken within 96 hours prior to the day of the event.

To know more details about the event and to make bookings, you can head over to the official website of Yas Marina Circuit.

Why Aston Martin GT4 is an Amazing Pick for a Driving Experience at Yas Marina Circuit

The motor company Aston Martin has become quite popular among automobile fans for two major reasons. The first reason is that they make some of the best and the most powerful sports cars. The second reason is that Aston Martin is the James Bond car. Since Aston Martin’s cars are well-performing vehicles of the highest quality, they are also high on pricing. But even then, fans of driving and motorsport dream of taking an Aston Martin for a spin someday. The Yas Marina Circuit of Abu Dhabi brings this dream to life with its Aston Martin driving experience.

Yas Marina Circuit’s Driving Experience

The Yas Marina Circuit, which is home to the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, is very popular for its driving experiences. Visitors who hold a valid driving license can choose a car from Yas Marina Circuit’s collection for their driving experience. The cars that you can choose for Yas Marina Circuit’s driving experiences are Caterham Seven, Formula Yas 3000, Polaris RZR RS1, Ferrari 458 GT, and Aston Martin GT4. The driving experiences for each of these cars are differently priced and have different durations. Read on to know more about the Aston Martin driving experience of Yas Marina Circuit.

Aston Martin GT4 Driving Experience

The Aston Martin GT4 driving experience is conducted on the North Corkscrew track of Yas Marina Circuit. The North Corkscrew track is 2.298 km long, 12 m wide and has 10 corners. The 10 corners include a sharp left turn into a slop, rapid changes in direction, and blind corners. This makes the track extremely thrilling and perfectly suited for a powerful sports car like the Aston Martin GT4. For this driving experience, you will get 20 minutes of racing time, which amounts to about 8-10 laps. Before you step into the car, you will be fitted with racing gear, including a helmet and balaclava at the Pit Garage. You will also receive a briefing on safety and about the car and its controls before beginning.

About Aston Martin GT4

If you are wondering what makes Aston Martin GT4 a powerful racetrack car, here are some details of its specifications:

-        The Aston Martin GT4 has a 6-speed semi-automatic gearbox with an F1 style paddle-shift.

-        It has a top speed of 300 km/h and can go from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds.

-        It has a horsepower of 503 BHP.

-        It has a majestic 4-litre turbocharged V8 engine.

-        To make your racing and driving experience safe, the Aston Martin GT4 also has racing brakes, a roll cage, a fire extinguisher, racing seats and a harness.

-        The car has Pirelli Slick Racing tyres.

-        Last but not least, Aston Martin GT4 also has an onboard video system.

Another amazing thing is this that your friends and family are welcome to experience the Aston Martin driving experience at Yas Marina Circuit. You can invite them to watch you take the Aston Martin GT4 for a spin. After your drive ends, you can also buy the onboard video footage and eternize your driving experience.

To know more about Yas Marina Circuit’s driving experiences and make the bookings, visit their official website.

Yas Racing Series 2022 Round 2: Know All About the Races in the Event

 

Yas Marina Circuit is one of the most popular racing circuits in the world. Home to the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, YMC is also considered to be the most technologically advanced circuit. The Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix of 2021 took place in December ‘21, but the on-track action of Yas Marina Circuit continues. In January 2022, Yas Marina Circuit is bringing back the Yas Racing Series for its Round 2. The Yas Racing Series 2022, in its Round 2, brings four thrilling races, both local and international. The Yas Marina Circuit has also announced that spectators are permitted to watch these racing championships. The Yas Racing Series 2022, Round 2, is taking place from 20 January 2022 to 23 January 2022. Here are the four racing championships that are coming to the second round of Yas Racing Series 2022:

• F3 Asian Championship :The first championship coming to the Yas Racing Series 2022 is the F3 Asian Championship. This race features both professional and amateur drivers competing together in Formula Regional open-wheel single-seater cars. F3 Asian Championship 2022, taking place in January 2022, is the fifth season of the championship, and will have five rounds. Eight teams are competing in this championship this year. For the second round of the Yas Racing Series 2022, the championship has 5 races lined up. It begins with two qualifying rounds on 21 January, followed by the first race on 22 January, and the last two races on 23 January.

• FIA F4 UAE: The FIA Formula 4 UAE championship was started to give aspiring racing drivers a chance to compete in single-seater racing championships. For aspiring racing drivers, this championship is the next step after karting. The FIA F4 UAE 2022 is the sixth season of this championship, which is being held as a part of round 2 of the Yas Racing Series 2022. For this event, the championship has 6 races lined up. It begins with two qualifying races on 21 January, followed by the first race on the same evening, followed by two races on 22 January, and the fourth race on 23 January. The championship, which started on 20 January, will be concluded on 20 February 2022, at the Yas Marina Circuit.

•  Gulf Radical Cup: The Gulf Radical Cup racing championship was started in 2006, and this is the 16th year of the championship. In the Yas Racing Series 2022, the Gulf Radical Cup has four races, starting from 21 January 2022. The races are the Sprint Qualifier Cup, followed by two Sprint races and finally, the Enduro race.

•  Creventic 6Hr: The Creventic 6-Hour race, powered by Hankook, is also lined up as a part of the second round of the Yas Racing Series 2022. The series begins with free practice on the evening of 21 January. This is followed by the qualifying rounds on the morning of 22 January 2022, and the final 6-hour race on the same afternoon. 

All the races of the Yas Racing Series 2022 is being conducted on the full GP track of Yas Marina Circuit. There is also a Pit Lane Walk organised on 22 January for the visitors. More details about the event can be obtained on the official website of Yas Marina Circuit.