How to Enjoy a Trip to Homestead-Miami Speedway's NEXTEL Cup Race

NASCAR is one of the fastest growing spectator sports in America with 75 million fans that tune in or show up every weekend to watch their favorite drivers battle it out. The Homestead-Miami Speedway is a beautiful speedway located in a fun getaway city. Use these steps to learn more about the Homestead-Miami Speedway and how to get the most out of your NASCAR weekend in Florida.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Purchase a pass to the 6-pack or Pepsi party areas in addition to your normal grandstands ticket. For an additional fee, you can get access to the party zone, complimentary buffet, cash or open bar (depending on the party zone), free gifts and celebrity access.
2. Join the Champions Club. For $650, you get the luxury treatment you deserve with access to all three races, seating in the indoor clubroom, buffet and full liquor bars, private dining area, $200 food and beverage credit to eat great all weekend, plasma TV, outdoor reserves seating, VIP parking, private bathrooms and admission to pre-race activities.
3. Buy the Premier Club pass. The features of the Premier Club are similar to that of Champions Club on a slightly smaller scale. Call the ticket office at (866) 409-RACE.
4. Go corporate. Homestead-Miami Speedway offers six different corporate options to treat your employees to a weekend they will never forget. The prices range greatly depending on the group size and tent location. See the website for details.

Tips & Warnings

• Take time to talk to the people around you in the grandstands and at your hotel. By the end of the fast-paced weekend, you will make some great new friends.
• Don't forget to check out some of the great restaurants and night life that Miami has to offer.
• The track is located just 28 miles from the Florida Keys and 31 miles from the Miami Airport, making it a great place to take in a race and soak up some sun.
• Never carry unnecessary valuables on you when you travel.