20 September 2011, Singapore – With the 2011 SingTel Singapore Grand Prix a few days away, hotel booking website Hotels.com has a recommended guide for an indulgent weekend in Singapore in style
Friday, 23 September
Morning: Check in at the chic Mandarin Orchard Singapore, located right in the heart of the city’s shopping district. Its stylish and modern suites offer the perfect abode for you and your entourage. It is also conveniently-located for you to move about from race venue to the many F1 parties located around the island. Room rates start from S$520 on Hotels.com.
Afternoon: Make your way to the circuit for the practice and qualifying sessions and enjoy the fringe activities at the circuit entertainment tents. For those willing to splurge, tickets at The Pit Grandstand are still up for grabs from S$1,288 (covers all three days of the race). Situated opposite the garages of the various teams and at the starting grid and finishing line, Pit Grandstand ticketholders are seated closest to the heart of the action.
Evening: Finish off the night with a bang by partying at the exclusive and all-new Avalon club within Marina Bay Sands. Attend the hugely-anticipated event Avalon at Large, featuring international acts LMFAO and Benny Benassi. VIP tickets start from S$153. VIP packages for 6 guests start from S$3,488.
Saturday, 24 September
Morning: Kick-start the day at the luxurious G.H. MUMM F1 brunch party at Tanjong Beach Club and rub shoulders with the chic and trendy while soaking up the sun. Admission is free for all. Ticketholders can enjoy 1-for-1 Singapore Sling drink promotions.
Afternoon / Evening: Head back to the circuit to catch the F1 qualifying rounds and practice sessions before walking over to an exclusive party playground at Amber Lounge.
Hosted by Sonia Irvine, sister of ex-Ferrari F1 driver Eddie Irvine, the party allows you to mingle with F1 drivers, team principals, team sponsors, royalty and international celebrities while enjoying a fashion show by renowned designer, Herve Leger. Only available for purchase in Euros online, individual prices start from €500 and tables for 8 guests start from €3,995.
Sunday, 25 September
Morning: Spend the morning soaking up the sun at the gorgeous hotel pool and indulge in some delectable cuisine before heading to the F1 village for a stellar line up of performances from various international acts. Located in the same zone as The Pit grandstand, artists performing at the event include Linkin Park, Rick Astley and Shaggy. Admission to these events is complimentary for ticketholders.
Afternoon/ Evening: After the day’s activities, head back to the Pit Grand Stand for the finals of the F1 race at night and enjoy perfect views of the trophy presentation ceremony afterward.
For those who would like to soak up the finals in a more cooling environment, opt to watch the race from the tallest hotel in Singapore. Swissotel, The Stamford offers an incredible birds-eye view of the entire circuit set against the city skyline. Unwind with a soothing cocktail and watch the race in style at one of many dining venues on the 70th floor such as fine-dining restaurant Equinox and Jaan or the stylish New Asia bar.
Die-hard partygoers can head back to Avalon at Marina Bay Sands for one final night to end of the spectacular weekend with a bang. Headlining Sunday’s lineup are international acts Chemical Brothers, Boy George and Mark Vedo. VIP tickets start from S$153. VIP packages for 6 guests start from S$3,488.
All recommendations have been provided by global hotel booking website, Hotels.com.
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