Gulf Air secures more accommodation for Bahrain Formula One Grand Prix day passes

According to Mark Senior, Manager, Leisure and Destination Services demand for four day packages from around the Gulf Air network has already exceeded last year's levels.

'We are delighted that interest in visiting Bahrain - still a new destination on the F1 circuit - continues to grow,' he said. 'Our partnership with the Bahrain International Circuit, as title sponsor has resulted in us being able to secure around 100 more rooms in order to meet the increased demand, which we will offer as Gulf Air F1 package holidays.'

'While we expect a significant percentage of these packages to be purchased by fans outside the region, we hope that those in the GCC and Middle East will also be interested in visiting the country and even combine some rest and relaxation with the excitement of the race itself,' he added.

A four night, five day package inclusive of: return economy Class flights, four nights' accommodation in a hallmark hotel, on a room only or bed and breakfast basis each morning, meet and greet service on arrival, return seat in coach transfers from Bahrain International Airport to hotel, return seat in coach transfers from hotel to Bahrain International Circuit and tickets for the Victory Grandstand for Friday 1 April - Sunday 3 April 2005 inclusive. Seats can also be arranged for the University Grandstand, Turn 1 Grandstand, Main Grandstand or Oasis Grandstand.

'The world's media will once again be focused on the Kingdom of Bahrain and this is a great chance to watch the race live, soak up the atmosphere and be the envy of your friends,' says Senior

The Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix schedule is as follows:
1 April: Practice rounds
2 April: Practice and Qualifying rounds
3 April: The Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2005 main race