H&M Opening in Signapore

HnM Just opened in Singapore on the first week of September 2011!  This means more shopping experience for you!

Hari Raya Aidilfitri

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Hari Raya Aidilfitri is a celebration that marks the end of the fasting month – Ramadan.  Yes, it was holiday for us here in the Philippines too with respect to Muslim traditions.  End of Ramadan means a break after a month of sacrifice and Muslims often gather and set up sundown and vibrant bazaars in Kampong Glam and Geylang Serai.

Shopping with Tax Refund

While you are in Singapore, you can get a refund on the seven percent Goods and Services Tax (GST) on your purchases. Look out for retailers displaying the “Tax Refund” logo and spend SGD100 or more to qualify. GST is refunded directly to you at selected retailers, Changi International Airport or Seletar Airport on goods that are brought out of Singapore. A handling fee for the refund service may be deducted from the GST amount.  Tax refund is available for departure by air only.

F1 Ticketholders Grand Prix Privileges

Get discounts and free stuff from these restaurants if you flash your F1 tickets! Al Dente Trattoria – Slice of wood-fired pizza and beer @ $15 Barossa – 5pc Buffalo wings and a glass of Archipelago beer @ $18 1-for-1 Singapore Sling for F1 ticket holders at The White Rabbit, Tanjong Beach Club, Overeasy and Loof More Grand Prix Privileges here.

Entertainment Highlights

Witness the performances of the following:

• Linkin Park
• Shakira
• Ludacris
• LMFAO
• Chemical Brothers
• Charice
• Massive Attack
• GD&TOP AND SEUNGRI (Korea)
• Boy George
• Rick Astley
• Shaggy
• and many more.  Full list here.
•  Pole Dancers in F1 Racing Gear

This just interests me since I pole dance as well.  The description of the performance seems interesting – them pole dancing in F1 gears?  I couldn’t imagine.  I am planning to watch this at Dragonfly St. James Power Station on September 25.

Party Everywhere!

Check out these party places, hang-out with your friends, meet new people and just party!

• Avalon – Marina Bay Sands, South Crystal Pavilion (September 16-25, 2011)
• Avalon – Marina Bay Sands Expo featuring Ludacris, LMFAO, Benny Benassi, Sander Van Doorn on September 23, 2011
• St. James Power Station (F1 Parties from September 23- 25, 2011)
• Rev-Up at Orchard 2011 – Mandarin Gallery (September 16-25, 2011)
• Podium Lounge – for Singapore’s party elite.  A-list events attended by F1 drivers & teams, celebrities, musicians, models, ambassadors, Asian Royalty and the ultra jet-set crowd.
• Zouk & Velvet Underground
• Tanjong Beach Club
• check out this page for party schedule.

Amber Lounge

I just dream to be guest listed in this party.  Whenever there’s F1, there’s Amber Lounge.  There are Amber Lounge parties worldwide (where F1 cars race) and Singapore has its own. Enjoy Fashion show by headline designer Frederick Lee, F1 Third Drivers modeling, Girls Night Out Party and the most awaited Grand Prix Afer Party with DJ Jack E.

Singapore Food!

What is Singapore without its great selection of food!  Check out different restaurants for specific F1 discounts!  Munch on your favorite Chili Crabs and Singapore Chicken Rice. Check out different Grand Prix Privileges for ticketholders here.  

The F1 Night Race

Of course, the grandest, most luxurious sport in the world – the F1 Grand Prix.  Held at Marina Bay in Singapore, feast your eyes with lighted streets, beautiful skyscrapers, colorfully-lit landmarks and a lively crowd! Meet F1 drivers up close during the Sunday’s Driver’s parade.  This happens an hour before the race starts.

Experience Grand Prix Season Singapore by planning your luxurious sporting vacation now.  Singapore Airlines offers all-in packages starting at USD 920/person.  This special rate includes roundtrip economy class airfare with airport transfers, 3N/4D hotel acommodations, Philippine travel tax & fuel surchare and a FORMULA ONE race ticket (Zone 4 Walkabout Pass for 3 days).

If you bought your tickets already, lucky you!  It’s going to be worth it guys, I always had fun covering the F1 in Singapore! If you haven’t yet, check out these links below to help you plan your Grand Prix Season Singapore experience:

To purchase your FORMULA ONE tickets go to www.singaporegp.sg

Singapore Airlines

For Grand Prix Season Singapore packages, refer towww.singaporeair.com

For more information about the Grand Prix Season Singapore, check out www.YourSingapore.com

Related Links:
Dancing to Shakira’s hips don’t lie
Zoom Zoom Pow: F1 Singapore Night Race 2011 Updates
F1 Singapore Grand Prix for Geeks – La Terra Al Centro Dell ‘Universo
Singapore Grand Prix Highlights and other Events During GPSS
Live Louder Than Life at Grand Prix Season Singapore
Amber Lounge Fashion Singapore 2011

“It’s Louder Than Life”

The people who go here are not necessarily motorsports enthusiasts but they are people who don’t want to miss out on all the fun that the Grand Prix Season Singapore has to offer.

LOUD F1 Singapore Street Race at Night

One, you get to witness a LOUD street race! I brought my boyfriend with me a year ago and he was so “mayabang” He’s like, why did you buy me earmuffs? I was like “Ah ganun, wait till the race starts!”

My boyfriend is not an F1 fan, but after witnessing it, he was such a convert. He got so surprised at the deafening sound of the F1 cars as it passed by Padang area where he was seated. He cried for mercy for the earmuffs I bought him!

The race was also full of LOUD action. Michael Schumacher, Nick Heidfeld and Lewis Hamilton got into an accident in front of me! LUCKY ME!!! (I mean, you get lucky when you witness this in front of you because they get out of their car and walkd).  Also, on that race, Heikki Kovalainen’s car got engulfed in fire! No one was hurt. The FIA (governing body of F1) always makes sure that the drivers, the spectators and everyone else is safe. So even if there are fires and accidents, they only get minor injuries. This was a learning experience from the death of an F1 legend – Ayrton Senna.

Now now, the Singapore F1 race is a night race – adding to the challenge of a street race. Yes, the drivers will be driving around Marina Bay area. Unlike non-street circuits, there is a lesser or no margin for error at all. When a driver gets tired, or the team miscalculates, you could get smashed into the wall. It amazes me how I see cars pass by swiftly over a corner 1-inch from the wall!

Party LOUD and Dance the night away in GPSS

Now, the other reason to get LOUD is the party and the entertainment!

This is DJ Angie Vu Ha, one of the many DJs that will hit the beat with your favorite hits!

Every party station will be packed! St. James, Chjimes, Amber Lounge, Avalon and many more!

Singapore is a very strict country, but it does know how to party! I guess the strict policies are for the protection of everyone. Like I would walk on the streets at midnight and I would not be afraid. Of course, don’t do this in scary areas because after all, you never know what could happen.

Every year, Grand Prix Season Singapore hosts local and international artists. A lot of them! In my 3 years of covering it, I lack the powers to watch everything so you may choose the one that interests you.

I woud live LOUDER THAN LIFE when I dance to Shakira’s live performance! This is something I don’t want to miss. She is such a unique performer with that signature voice and belly moves! Here’s why I want to watch her (link).

Linkin’ Park is also one of the performers that I am dying to witness! I have been waiting for these two to perform in the Philippines. Come to think of it, the walkabout tickets are very reasonably affordable – thinking you get to see mini concerts of Shakira, Linkin’ Park, Rick Astley, Boy George, Shaggy, LMFAO, Ludacris, Charice and many other performers.

The 3 day walkabout tickets are at around P6,000. This would allow you to watch all of them, enjoy the party everywhere. And of course, witness the most luxurious motorsport in the world – F1 Grand Prix. The cheapest is the Single-Day Friday ticket at P1500.

I would love to go to the Amber Lounge party. This is my only chance to rub elbows with the F1 drivers. But, it costs a bit, so we’ll see abou that 🙂

LOUD CROWD

Foreigners flock to Singapore every time Grand Prix Season Singapore happens. It’s like a feast and everyone is on vacation mode. Everyone is on a party mood! This is also the perfect time to meet people and befriend others.

You can never go wrong with the crowd! Many of my friends are watching and this will be fun!

SCREAMING Singapore

Singapore itself is LOUDER than life. They have Universal Studios now, Marina Bay Sands, the new attractions at Sentosa. Sentosa now has iFly – a sky diving simulator. You will be literally flying and defying gravity!

So how am I going to Live Louder than Life in Signapore? Definitely cartwheels everywhere, I’m going to dance the night away, I’m going to take awesome pictures, and I’m going to defy gravity by trying a pole class there.

So everytime I’m in Singapore, it just makes me want to do this:

Experience Grand Prix Season Singapore by planning your luxurious sporting vacation now.  Singapore Airlines offers all-in packages starting at USD 920/person.  This special rate includes roundtrip economy class airfare with airport transfers, 3N/4D hotel acommodations, Philippine travel tax & fuel surchare and a FORMULA ONE race ticket (Zone 4 Walkabout Pass for 3 days).

If you bought your tickets already, lucky you!  It’s going to be worth it guys, I always had fun covering the F1 in Singapore!

If you haven’t yet, check out these links below to help you plan your Grand Prix Season Singapore experience:

To purchase your FORMULA ONE tickets go to www.singaporegp.sg

Singapore Airlines

For Grand Prix Season Singapore packages, refer towww.singaporeair.com

For more information about the Grand Prix Season Singapore, check out www.YourSingapore.com

Related Links:
Dancing to Shakira’s hips don’t lie
Zoom Zoom Pow: F1 Singapore Night Race 2011 Updates
F1 Singapore Grand Prix for Geeks – La Terra Al Centro Dell ‘Universo
Singapore Grand Prix Highlights and other Events During GPSS
Live Louder Than Life at Grand Prix Season Singapore
Amber Lounge Fashion Singapore 2011

 Singapore Grand Prix 2010 Live Blogging

Complimentary visits to Singapore Museums

Ho Ho Ho! Check it out!  I know some people might not dig museums but hey, it’s free mate!  Singapore is very diverse in culture and once you enter Museums, you will discover not only the culture of Singapore but also the culture of people who came to stay Now I really don’t know what I’m talking about because I haven’t been to any of these museums myself even if I’ve been to Singapore like 3 times.  So, feel free to prove me wrong yah?  Or better yet, I get lucky and be sent to Singapore myself so that I can enjoy this freebie with you If you are already a Formula one ticket holder, you will enjoy complimentary entry to all the local museums from September 24 – 26, 2010.

• National Museum of Singapore

• Peranakan Museum

• Singapore Art Museum and 8Q sam

• Singapore Philatelic Museum

• Asian Civilisations Museum

Free Entry and 1-for-1 drinks at Zouk

ZOMGosh! I haven’t gone TGST TGST TGST outside the Philippines so hell yeah! I’m going to this one fow shyo!  That’s if I’m going lol.  But for all of you going to Singapore to watch the Grand Prix and you are a Singapore GP Formula 1 ticket holder then you are in LUCK!

As part of the Grand Prix Season Singapore 2010, highly renowned DJs Martin Solveig (France) and Tiga (Canada) will make appearances at Zouk and spin tracks to which you can party the night away with.  Greatly anticipated and returning to Singapore again after a successful ZoukOut 2009, these are nights at Zouk that you won’t want to miss.  Also attend the Special Closing Party at Velvet Underground on Sunday 26 September, with a special guest DJ spinning. And upon presentation of valid Formula One tickets, you’ll enjoy:

• Free entry to Velvet Underground for the first 500 ticket holders on Thursday 23 September and Sunday 26 September

• 1-for-1 for all loose drinks at Wine Bar throughout the entire Grand Prix Season Singapore 2010.

SWEET!

Free Entry for First 50 Ticketholders at the Butter Factory

Like I said, party time!

Party the night away post-race at The Butter Factory this Grand Prix Season Singapore 2010. The first 50 ticketholders for the nights of 24 and 25 September will enjoy free entry.

Boogie throughout the evening with hip hop and RnB, and watch a B boy dance battle on the night of 25 September in the Bump Room. Or flash your Fash and dance to electro-house and rock-tronica remixes. Make your way down to the Butter Factory this coming September to party like there’s no tomorrow.

Indulge in a Spa Esprit Experience

and hey!  Singapore is a place of walking and shopping… Believe me, if you tour around, you’ll carry stuff from shopping and walk a lot!  You need some pampering in the island.

Visit the spa and experience a day of pampering by choosing one of the complimentary sessions with a purchase of any 90-minute massage:

(1) A complimentary session of our revolutionary Plump Up Filler Facial (U.P. S$200)
(2) A complimentary scrub session using our handmade Strawberry Sugar Scrub or invigorating Tea Tree Scrub

Location:
Tanglin Village, 8D Dempsey Road (S)249672
Tel: (65) 6479 0070

Terms and conditions here.

Now, all these information I just grabbed from YourSignapore.com so do visit the site if you want more information!

Ponti is place

where hybrid people in the Metro

dine the place with grace

and after dark this place transforms

into hip-notic scene

if you have not been here yet,

where have you been?

this place brings awesome memories

for more than ten awesome years

this place has just been a part

of everyone’s careers!

*phew*

That was a hard one.

Anyway, I really miss this place.  The resto-bar is really called “Il Ponticello” but the people just call it “Ponti”. Aside form the good food, I always love the crowd here too.  It’s a temple for my dancing soul 🙂 I haven’t been here in a since we moved offices to The Fort.  I was so glad we came here for a pitstop.  This place is really known for its bar and night life.  But people don’t usually know that they have good Italian food here.  Well, I haven’t really tasted everything but I love the pizza and the pasta here!

Montagnola

Prosciutto Di Parma, Mortadela, Salami Milano and Pepperoni Salami

(translation: all-meat pizza)

It was a little bit salty for me, but I have tried other pizzas and I recommend the Four-Cheese Pizza!

Vince ordered the Onion Soup: Zuppa Di Cippole

It’s Onion soup with Mozarella and dipped bread.

Vince also ordered this.  He was in the mood for some lamb dish.

This is the Arrosto D’Agnello.  It’s a Roman specialty of over-baked leg of lamb in red wine sauce.

Now that is definitely Vince’s taste 🙂

Rev&Rave drink: Bacci made of Vodka, Tequilla and Orange

It’s a yummy drink and tastes just like juice :)  You’ll feel the alcohol kick in the middle though **oh lowdy**

fun! fun!

I was feeling a little bit hyper because this was the night before my trip to KL.

This is also the drink that could give me (or you if you buy the same drink) a chance to be sent to Singapore to watch the F1 Signapore Grand Prix 2010!  You know why you want to go.  You would get to see the legendary Michael Schumacher or your other favorite F1 driver in the Parade of the Drivers before the race starts.

I watched the F1 Grand Prix before and saw my favorite F1 driver Kimi Raikkonen.  Watch this video and hear me scream.

Imagine you’re 5 meters away from Schumi… *faints* I haven’t seen him in person yet BTW and I’m hoping I would get a chance to win too.  It would be FAB!  I will tell my grand children all about him!!!

Not a fan eh?  You don’t have to be.  When I was in college, I wasn’t a fan of F1 but I thought it would be cool to see this most luxurious event LIVE.  I never thought I would ever really get to watch it live… I mean, tickets were expensive and you need to go out of the country!  But when they announced that they will have the first night race in Singapore, I really took the chance to watch it! Singapore is so near the Philippines and if you take advantage of the seat sales, you’d get cheaper tickets.  It’s an event you’d be proud you experienced.

F1 Signapore is a big feast.  You would also get to see stars performing mini-concerts around the area (included in the ticket).  So far, I have witnessed “The Wailers (THAT WAS THE BOMB) reggae love” and the Backstreet Boys.  This year, its the diva’s turn – that’s right Mariah Carey, Missy Elliot, Adam Lambert (he’s a Diva, right?), also Daughtry and many more.

Il Ponticello Cafe Ristorante

2nd Level, Antel 2000 Bldg.
121 Valero St., Salcedo Village
Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines
Phone Number: (63 2) 887-7168, (63 2) 887-4998, (63 2) 887-7154

*for more information about the Singapore GP Season and to buy your tickets visit singaporegp.sg

To book exclusive airfares and 2010 Formula One^TM Singtel Singapore Grand Prix all-in-one packages, log-on to www.singaporeair.com, or call Red Rock Travel at (632) 738-6614.

To directly purchase race tickets, visit www.singaporegp.sg, www.ticketworld.com.ph, or call Racegear at (632) 359-4247.

With so many varied and exciting events during the 2010 Grand Prix Season Singapore, it’s time to experience YourSingapore the way you want to! For more information, visit Yoursingapore.com.

Posh and chic

A Diva never gets weak

When Makati buzz drives you mad and crazy

Drag your friends and don’t be lazy

Just hang and unwind to cocktails and music

Head to the bar for some Strawberry Artic.

Pit stoppin’ at Fiamma bar

Don’t forget to order any Rev&Rave drink or barchow at Fiamma for a chance to watch the 2010 Formula 1 Grand Prix night race in Singapore.

… and speaking of Diva,

I heard there’s a Diva in the house!

Here’s another fab reason why you should watch the F1 Grand Prix in Singapore!

Mariah Carey will perform on the grounds!

Not only that many other artists will be there too

Missy Elliott

Daughtry

Adam Lambert

Sean Kingston

and many many more!

Check  out the official website of the Singapore GP for the complete list of performers for the 2010 Singapore Grand Prix 🙂

It’s not yet too late to get tickets.  Some say the F1 tickets are expensive but these performers are more than just bonuses.  It’s all worth it. Visit singaporegp.sg for more info and to buy your tickets.

Buy your tickets yah? or just drop by Fiamma and other bars who partnered with the Singapore Tourism board for a chance to win a trip to Singapore and watch the Formula 1 and all the other stars!

Bar name: Fiamma
Address: 32 Jupiter St, Makati City
Contact: 897-1253
Hours: Mon-Sat. Opens at 7pm

See you in the Padang Area 😉

F1 Singapore Grand Prix Season FAQ #2:

Hi, I’m planning to go to the Singapore F1 this year and I`m considering the Bay Grandstand due to budget concerns. My cousin told me that the dark blue area at the very edge is nice so we can see the turn from the esplanade. What would you suggest to me since I read in your page that the dark green are the best seats. Hope to hear from you soonest. I plan to get my tickets already. Thanks so much! 🙂

and my reply:

I was actually seated at the yellow seats but I frequently walked around to get a better view of the F1 cars.  So, no matter where you sit, you can still do this.  The best seats for me are still the dark green ones at around rows 1-10, but I also went to the dark blue area to take photos of pictures in the esplanade turn.

I still love my pictures from the dark green seats.

Here’s the view from the dark blue seats.

Here’s the view from the dark green seats.

no grills:) there’s a tiny whole in there where you can squeeze your camera in… but I’m not sure if this year they put more grills there.

To book exclusive airfares and 2010 Formula One^TM Singtel Singapore Grand Prix all-in-one packages, log-on to www.singaporeair.com, or call Red Rock Travel at (632) 738-6614.

To directly purchase race tickets, visit www.singaporegp.sg, www.ticketworld.com.ph, or call Racegear at (632) 359-4247.

With so many varied and exciting events during the 2010 Grand Prix Season Singapore, it’s time to experience YourSingapore the way you want to! For more information, visit Yoursingapore.com.

Look at the happy monkey… I’m a poser!

The first night race held in Singapore, there would be one on Conrad Centennial. This event is attended by the drivers/racers, sponsors, international models and even some hollywood celebrities and musicians – gathering together to wine and dine.  I absolutely want to rub shoulders with these VIPs and meet Kimi Raikkonen up close but it costs 500 euros. Yeah, I can’t afford it for now. I just wish I could win a free pass somewhere, or someone could give me one. This definitely is an addition to my list of things-to-do-before-I-die.

F1 in Manila

Really? F1 in the Philippines? NOT!  Uhmmm… NO!?!

But hypothetically speaking, let’s just say the Philippines made a bid to host the Formula 1 in the Philippines (c’mon we can dream, can’t we), and it is a *street circuit* too like the one in Singapore, I say they would either use the SM Mall of Asia grounds or The Fort.  Or just build a strong track in Subic… Or do we already have a nice track in Subic? not sure…

Anyway, that means we should also have Amber Lounge 🙂 and if ever we do have one, Amber Ultra Lounge is a candidate!

Amber UltraLounge

I love being in this club.  The ambiance suits my party soul and the crowd is chic and hip!  I took a pitstop in this bar before I left for Malaysia and guess who I saw… My former officemate Martin who also was a Candy Cutie before!  I hope he’s not reading this, or else I’m dead lol

He was in the magazine together with these guys… He’s big time lol

Before when we were on the same team at work.

After 3 years…

He’s now a CFA (so hard to pass this exam!) and I’m now a certified bum! yaye!

(my arms look big on this angle ugh!)

moving on…

ahh… nicer pictures!

If you do party at Amber, don’t forget to order any Rev and Rave drinks or barchow for a chance to win a trip to Singapore to attend the 2010 Grand Prix Season Singapore and other cool prizes!

Memories at Amber

Amber is very memorable because this was the first time I kissed my boyfriend with everyone watching!  We attended a meg event and they needed a couple to join the contest.  For some reason, the organizers knew us and asked us to join.  For me to win Maybelline products, we needed to have the best kiss…

and so we won *Shy* check out my blog post about that here.

Why You Want To Witness F1 Singapore

I have watched the event two years in a row and I still want to watch again.  Check out my F1 archives if you want to know why I love F1 in Singapore and why you should watch it too!

Dont forget that for every purchase of their Rev&Rave drinks or barchow, you have a chance to win a trip to watch the F1 race in Singapore!

To book exclusive airfares and 2010 Formula One^TM Singtel Singapore Grand Prix all-in-one packages, log-on to www.singaporeair.com, or call Red Rock Travel at (632) 738-6614.

To directly purchase race tickets, visit www.singaporegp.sg, www.ticketworld.com.ph, or call Racegear at (632) 359-4247.

With so many varied and exciting events during the 2010 Grand Prix Season Singapore, it’s time to experience YourSingapore the way you want to! For more information, visit Yoursingapore.com.

ZOOM! It’s gonna get LOUD!

*no grabbing my photos without my permission.

A series of Toyz in Manila tonight.

Is this the place where real boys play?

This diva has decided to crash and stay!

We’re grovin’ Manila, don’t you hear?

Makati or Fort, which one are you near?

Pitstop #1: Cafe. Bar. Dining. Boys and Toyz!

I didn’t even know there’s a Toyz X-perience… I haven’t roamed around The Fort for a while.  Toyz X-perience finally opens its doors to those with a taste for the finer things in life. American-Italian cuisine made affordable plus live nightly acoustic music.  They also have weekly acoustic sessions every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday!  It’s perfect for dates!

And, because no one is old enough for toys, they also have Heli Precision Remote Control Helicopter in d’ houz for sale!

Don’t forget to order any Rev and Rave drinks or Bar Chow for a chance to win a trip to Singapore to witness the most luxurious sporting event in the world – The Formula 1 Grand Prix! Witness the only F1 night race in the world – EVER!  and also get access to other cool entertainment like mini concerts.  I heard Mariah Carey is coming. You’d also get to win other cool prizes on the spot… Are you feeling lucky? Don’t miss out on this opportunity.

Toyz – Makati

Toyz Experience – The Fort

Toyz bar – The Fort

TOYZ MAKATI
Palanca St. Legazpi Village,
Makati City

TOYZ EASTWOOD CITY
Libis, Quezon City

TOYZ FORT
Fort Strip, Fort Bonifacio
Taguig City

TOYZ X-PERIENCE
The Fort

Singapore F1 Frequently Asked Questions FAQ #1

And since this is very much related to everyone, I have decided to post questions that my readers ask me through email.  I will censor their name (or change it of course) just for their own privacy… Anyway, these will be helpful to you too if you are watching the Formula 1 Grand Prix LIVE in Singapore!

Hi,
I found your website and really love your F1 photos. I am coming to Singapore for in Grand Prix week this year. Currently looking at options for tickets and choosing between Bay Grandstand and Premier Walkabout which you can still get from Australia thru agencies. Do you have any opinions on the differences if I may ask?

I am a very keen photographer and want to apply for access.

Have you had media access before because some of your shots look much better than what you can get here at the Grand Prix in Melbourne. I am actually a freelance photographer trying to break into motorsport and follow my passion of F1!

Hope to hear from you soon.

Thank you for the email 🙂 Here is my reply:

I didn’t get a media pass went I went to Singapore.  I was hoping to get one but you need to get one as early as January for the passes.

As for the tickets… I took the Bay Grandstand tickets before and I say there is a corner there where you can take advantage and take pictures with especially on the Friday’s practice and Saturday qualifying.  There are too many people on Sunday so it won’t be likely for you to get any decent shots.

I really can’t compare premiere walkabout vs Bay grandstand because I haven’t gone to Zones 1 and 2 during the event yet.  But premiere walkabout means you can only walk around and you won’t have elevated platform to take pictures with.  Although, the only advantage of this is that you can roam around the “Elite” areas and you might bump into important celebrities (and even the drivers themselves).  The disadvantage is that you might not be able to get a good shot of the buzzing cars.

That’s it for now folks, stay tune for the next Club up next… and the next Singapore F1 FAQ #2 ^_^

Hundreds of thousands of F1 enthusiasts from all over the world are expected to visit Singapore during the action-packed season so it is advisable to book tickets early. You can purchase a single-day ticket or a three-day pass. Visit www.singaporegp.sg to find more details about the GPSS tickets, the full entertainment schedule and complete artist line-up.

To book exclusive airfares and 2010 Formula One^TM Singtel Singapore Grand Prix all-in-one packages, log-on to www.singaporeair.com, or call Red Rock Travel at (632) 738-6614.

To directly purchase race tickets, visit www.singaporegp.sg, www.ticketworld.com.ph, or call Racegear at (632) 359-4247.

With so many varied and exciting events during the 2010 Grand Prix Season Singapore, it’s time to experience YourSingapore the way you want to! For more information, visit Yoursingapore.com.

ZOOM!

1. Toyz Palanca (Makati)
2. Toyz Fort (Taguig)
3. Toyz Experience (Taguig)
4. Amber (Taguig)
5. Manor (Eastwood)
6. Fiamma (Makati)
7. Il Ponticello (Makati)
8. Dolce (Quezon City)
9. White Avenue (Quezon City)
10. Eivissa (Quezon City)
11. Sidebar (Quezon City)
12. Encore (Taguig)

12 Bars in one night!  I challenged the party girl in me to bar-hop 12 clubs in one night.  Although I have alcohol intolerance (Asian Flush), I did not fail to try out some of the funkiest drinks in these bars.  What’s so special about these bars?  You will find out once I reveal the common factor between them in the next four days!  Clue: It has something to do with one of my passions… Another clue: it’s a manly sport that I love!  It’s gonna get LOUD!

What’s in it for you?  It’s a chance for you to watch a very luxurious sporting game with lots of other cool concerts on the side! Holler at yo! Do you know what I’m talking about… I bet you do!  But if not, check out my next few blog posts and you will find out!

Read this important guide if you are considering buying tickets for the Bay Grandstand area of the Formula 1 (F1) Singapore Night Race…

This post is very important!

This post contains pictures of the Bay Grandstand.

This post also contains pictures from the Bay Grandstand.

It’s all pictures guys.

If you are wondering which is the best seat for you in the Bay Grandstand…

This will just give you an idea on which tickets to buy.

This will also help you decide if you’re buying that Bay Grandstand ticket.

I watched F1 on 2008 (first night race ever) in Singapore and I bought the walk-about tickets for only SGD 108 (ish).  It was okay, but I really did not get a good vantage point to take photos.

Comes 2009, I decided to watch F1 night race in Singapore again and this time, I want to take my new DSLR Nikon D40 with the new 70-300mm G Nikkor lens.

I thought I needed a vantage point and I did my research.

I found out that some photographers who also posted their photos online got good shots from the Bay Grandstand.  These dudes didn’t have a media pass!  But they still managed to take uber-nice photos!

I decided to purchase the Bay Grandstand tickets.  I got my tickets through the SPECIAL early bird promo (one of the privileged ones to buy the ticket).  I got a good front row seat at Row 6, Seat 26 on the yellow seat.

When I was finally there to witness… that seat wasn’t the best!  Instead, I found out that the dark green seats nearest that curve (rows 1 – 11) were the best seats.

I have attached photos of the entire bay Grandstand so that you can have a view on what it looks like when you’re on the bottom row or on the top-most row.

Also, I have attached photos I have captured from the dark green area (row 1).  Those pictures I took there were ‘grid-less’!

The photos with the grid/fence were taken from the light green seat where the cars decelerate for the sharp turn.

The yellow part in the middle is not a smart choice if you are a photographer.  The cars still are in accelerated mode and is still wooshing.  Therefore, hard to take photos even on panning mode.  And since it’s a night race, you’ll have light source issues.

More tips:

I will focus more on tips for photographers.  General tips like bring bottled water, bring earplugs, wear comfy clothes etc are common sense.  Besides, these guides will be written down with your ticket.

1. The best time to take pictures is on Friday (practice day).  There are not much people yet.  Not much crowded.  You have plenty space to take photos.
2. Make sure to take photos of the drivers on their parade.  This will be your only chance to see their faces.  This is on the race day before the race happens.
3. Bring a DSLR.  In 2008 I bought only a super nice compact cam.  Still it won’t suffice.  You’ll need an SLR.
4. Zoom Lens is a must!  (only up to 300mm are allowed – this may change so check ticket)
5. Practice your panning. Before the F1 practice, qualifying and final race, there will be support races like the Aston Martin Cup, Porsche cup and F3 race.  This is the perfect time to practice.
6. Take videos as well.

That’s all I can remember now 😛

If you have any questions, you may contact me here.

You can check out all my blog posts and pictures about the Formula 1 and links to everything about F1 here.

Now, here are the pictures.  Enjoy!

*click on the thumbnails to enlarge

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