Singapore Waves the Chequered Flag on F1 Race

The world’s first Grand Prix night race, the inaugural 2008 Formula 1TM SingTel Singapore Grand Prix, is scheduled to take place from 26 September to 28 September this year.

First release tickets – 70,000 three day passes – were launched for sale by Singapore GP Pte Ltd and official Australian ticketing partner Australian Sports Marketing, on 14 February 2008.

Australian top end corporate hospitality and motor sport specialist company TheChairmansClub® is also organising excellent all inclusive packages to the event.

Mr Kevin Leong, Regional Director Oceania, Singapore Tourism Board said, “The first release tickets are comprised of 15,000 walkabout passes and 55,000 grandstand seats and are already selling fast.”

“This is an incredibly exciting event for Singapore – it is a huge milestone within the racing world and is set to draw fans from all corners of the planet”.

“With the circuit confirmed to take place on the public roads around Singapore’s Marina Bay area, the Singapore Grand Prix is the first street race to be held in Asia.”

“The 5.067km track is composed of challenging corners and multiple overtaking opportunities set to test the capabilities of the most experienced F1 drivers.”

ASM Managing Director, Mr Chris Neville-Smith said, “ASM is delighted to be the official Australian ticketing partner for this momentous event.”

“Together with our Travel Business, Executive Travel, we have put together a number of exclusive package options for Australians who wish to attend.”  “The packages are designed to cater to all – from the corporate sector, to families and F1 motoring enthusiasts”.

TheChairmansClub® MD, Mike Hays said that TCC had organised a number of superb packages for clients with some really great TheChairmansClub® Clubhouse trackside hospitality locations available, with Mike saying, “The night time racing on such a tight and challenging circuit will be great, and with the Biennale also on at the same time there are heaps of things to do and let’s not forget the superb shopping!

The three day race timetable boasts a variety of events, with various fringe activities being held throughout the Lion City in the period during, and leading up to, the race weekend.

Feature events include:

Singapore Biennale

Singapore Biennale 2008 is a cultural event that occurs throughout many historic buildings, culturally valuable sites and unique public spaces throughout the Lion City.

Festivities take place from 11 September to 16 November and include a mega art exhibition including contemporary displays from the local and international art community.

For more information, visit www.singaporebiennale.org

Great Design Race Exhibition

Curated by the Design Museum London, the Great Design Race exhibition highlights design innovation and cutting edge technology at the heart of Formula One racing.

The exhibition will feature an iconic car from each decade of the sport’s history since the 1950s.

Singapore River Festival

The signature event for the Singapore River lifestyle and entertainment precinct, the Singapore River Festival showcases the diversity and depth of Singaporean culture.

Spanning two weekends, commencing on 20 September 2008, the Festival includes concerts on a floating stage, food and beverage promotions, and numerous other entertainment lifestyle events.

Singapore Motorshow

Now in its 9th year, the internationally acclaimed bi-annual Singapore Motorshow is scheduled to take place in the Lion City from 26 September to 5 October 2008.

Regarded as the premier motoring event of the region, the show exhibits the world’s most expensive and celebrated automobiles, motorcycles and accessories.  For more information visit www.motorshow.com.sg

During the three day race, schedule practice sessions, to allow F1 drivers to become accustomed to the new track, will take place on Friday 26 September and Saturday 27 September, with the flag for the inaugural race scheduled to wave at 8pm Singapore time on Sunday 28 September.

To experience this event of a life time, ASM has developed two packages:

VIP Tour Package: 25 to 29 September:

Soak up the electric atmosphere of one of the biggest weekends in racing history with this amazing four night package deal. 

Perfect for the corporate sector, the VIP tour package is $11,610 and includes: return economy airfares flying Qantas, exiting Melbourne; four nights accommodation in a Marina Sky Suite at the four-star Rendezvous Hotel, located in the heart of the action within the F1 Circuit Park; and all airport, track and hotel transfers.

The package also includes a three day season pass with limited edition 2008 Formula 1TM lanyard; access to a private bar and corporate suites, including the Sky Terrace, over the three days of the racing schedule; a complimentary open bar; and a Paddock ClubTM based menu (arrival tea, dinner and light supper).

Tour Package Two 26 to 28 September

For those F1 enthusiasts who want to experience the excitement of the race but may not have five days to spare, ASM has put together an unbeatable three day package deal.

The deal offers grandstand seating from S$248 (AU$192.00) and walkabout admission from S$168.00 (AU$130.00), requiring all tickets to be purchased in conjunction with either a four night accommodation package at Rendezvous Hotel (from S$4,820.00, AU$3730.00); flights with Qantas exit from your nearest capital city (return from AU$2,115.00); or an ASM F1 survival kit (AU$80).

TheChairmansClub® also has similar packages available for their exclusive clients, including business or economy air fares and a range of hotels from superb six star downwards!

With the chequered flag having already waved a start to ticket sales on 14 February, these amazing package deals are certain to sell fast.

So rev up your engines, roar into action and contact ASM/Executive Travel on 03 9251 3535 or email [email protected] to purchase your tickets now.

You can also contact Mike Hays at TheChairmansClub® on [email protected] or [email protected] and by phone on 02 6332 2805 or 0407 919 802.

For more information on the 2008 Formula 1TM Singapore SingTel Grand Prix log onto www.f1singapore.com or visit the Singapore Tourism Board site at www.visitsingapore.com.

A Report by The Mole