DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Continuing its commitment to ensure fans have an enjoyable and affordable race experience, Daytona International Speedway President Joie Chitwood III today announced an expanded promotion to help lower the costs for fans who plan to attend Speedweeks and the 2012 DAYTONA 500, with special hotel rates available through February 22nd, 2012.
Beginning November 14 through December 31, 2011, fans are eligible to save at least 20 percent off the standard rate for hotels located in the Daytona Beach region and surrounding areas. From January 1, 2012 through February 22, 2012, fans can save at least 10 percent off standard room rates.
At least 20 hotels are participating in the program so far and more can be added in the future. They are all located within 35 miles of the Speedway in Daytona Beach, western Volusia County, Seminole and Flagler counties. Fans can visit www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com/hotels to find a list of participating hotels along with contact information for reservations.
“We continue to work very closely with our local and regional hotel partners to provide our fans and guests with the best rates possible,” said Chitwood. “We want to thank those hotels who continue to participate in this important program and welcome additional hotels to join. Our fans are the most loyal and passionate in all of sports. By working together, we will ensure our guests have a memorable and positive experience when they visit our community.”
This offer is made possible through a partnership between Daytona International Speedway and the Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Seminole Convention and Visitors Bureau, the West Volusia Tourism Bureau and the Flagler County Chamber of Commerce.
Hotels interested in participating in this program can contact the Speedway for more information.
Tickets for the 54th annual Daytona 500 on Sunday, Feb. 26 as well as other Speedweeks 2012 events can be purchased online at www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com or by calling 1-800-PITSHOP
New for the 2012 Daytona 500 is special youth pricing. Children 12 and under will receive 50 percent off all Superstretch grandstand seats for the Daytona 500 with the purchase of an adult ticket. The special offer is available while supplies last.
Fans can stay connected with Daytona International Speedway’s social media channels on Twitter (www.twitter.com/disupdates) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/DaytonaInternationalSpeedway).