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NEWS www.travelweeklyweb.com Fairmont revs up for F1 HONG KONG – Fa i rmo n t Hotels & Resorts invites racing fans to take in the sights, sounds and speed of Formula 1, one of the sporting world's elite spectacles, from four distinguished Fairmont hotels around the globe: Fairmont Singapore; and Fairmont Monte Carlo in the heart of the Principality of Monaco. Whether guests are circuit hopping or immersing themselves in their race of choice, Fairmont's Formula 1 offers are sure to delight. The Formula 1 Grand Prix De Monaco, which runs May 27 – May 29, is arguably the most prestigious sporting event in the world and there is no better way to experience this elite race than from the rooftop terrace of the Fairmont Monte Carlo. The hotel is the only location in the Principality with a rooftop terrace that overlooks turn number six, or as it's more famously known, the Fairmont Hairpin Turn. For fans who want this prime view, the hotel offers its 2011 Monaco Grand Prix Room Experience, which includes nightly accommodation, daily buffet breakfast, access to the rooftop terrace and a special Grand Prix welcome amenity for €2,098 per night, in a Sea View room. Or, open wheel fanatics can upgrade to one of the Grand Prix Track View rooms, which feature an enticing balcony offering panoramic glimpses of the Fairmont Hairpin Turn for €4,000 per night. A minimum four- night stay is required. For those guests looking for the ultimate off-track Formula 1 experience, the Fairmont Monte Carlo is welcoming one of the world's most exclusive clubs to the property: Sardina's Billionaire Club. From May 27 – May 29, those seeking a party in the Principality can head to the club to enjoy the glamour of exclusive music and entertainment from 11:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. Guests can rub shoulders in the hotel's Salle d'Or with jet- setters, models, actors, singers and of course, F1 drivers. Fairmont Singapore. For racing fans looking to experience the excitement of a night race, Fairmont Singapore invites guests to rise above the lights and observe the 2011 Formula 1 Singtel Singapore Grand Prix from a bird's eye view. The hotel is offering the exclusive Racing Nights and City Lights Package which gives guests a view of the circuit from a deluxe view room, providing an exclusive angle to take in the thrills, spills and 300 kph excitement of one of the fastest races on earth. This package is available from S eptember 2 2-25, 2011 with rates starting at S$3,500 (approx US$2,729) for a three-night stay. While the race is in the evening, guests will fi nd no shortage of ways to spend their days, whether it's with some pre-race pampering at the Willow Stream Spa or taking adv ant age of one of the pre - established itineraries offered from the hotel's concierge. Viceroy Bali expands its exclusive villas and services UBUD — In a development that will nearly double its inventory of luxury villas, the prestigious Viceroy Bali has announced the completion of a clutch of new villas by July, 2011. The lauded highland property located near the artist village of Ubud has also signed off on the design of its tennis facility and valley- side yoga pavilion set to open in November, 2011. "The new villas represent a fairly significant new direction with clean lines and a vibrant design that is simple and elegant, each with a commodious space that includes a living room with sectional sofa, over s ized king bed, espres so machine, 47-inch TV, iPod docking station and of course each with a private pool and outdoor sheltered pavilion," said general manager 6 | ■ TRAVELWEEKLY ASIA | 19 APRIL 2011 the guest experience. "We noticed the small luxury category on Bali often goes without a concierge or guest service manager, duties merely lumped into those of a general manager," said Sweeney- Lowe. "As the bar is raised quite high here at the Viceroy, what with an on-site helipad and one of the top dining venues on the island, this new position provides a level of service that is as luxurious as the accommodation itself." L i ke its Lemb ah spa and Viceroy Bali. Anthony Syrowarka. "And perhaps equally exciting is the upcoming launch of our tennis and yoga centers, both carefully designed amongst nature." To ensure that equally impressive service meets its high standards in accommodation, newly appointed guest service manager, Jonathan Sweeney-Lowe will give burnish to Cascades restaurant, each villa f a ces a pr ima ry fore st wi th untrammeled views and sights and sounds of tropical flora and fauna. In contrast, the busy village of Ubud with its welter of galleries and bric- a-brac shops and free-spirited air is only minutes away. www.travelweeklyweb.com

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