Skycity & Louis Vuitton set sail
Saturday 24 January 2009, 12:27AM
By SKYCITY
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SKYCITY is proud to announce it is an official sponsor of the inaugural Louis Vuitton Pacific Series, an exciting international regatta taking place on Auckland’s stunning Waitemata Harbour from Friday 30 January through to Saturday, 14 February 2009.
Some of the world’s most famous sailing teams including BMW Oracle Racing (USA), Alinghi (Switzerland), Damiani Italia (Italy), Luna Rossa (Italy), Pataugas K-Challenge (France), TEAMORIGIN (Great Britain), China Team (China), Greek Challenge (Greece), Team Shosholoza (South Africa) and last but not least, Emirates Team New Zealand complete the 10-team strong competitor line-up.
As New Zealand’s premiere entertainment destination, SKYCITY is a fitting sponsor and entertainment partner for this exciting yachting series.
The SKYCITY Pacific Bar
In true form, SKYCITY leads the hospitality charge with the launch of the SKYCITY Pacific Bar based at the very heart of the Louis Vuitton Pacific Series Village.
Live entertainment takes place daily at the event village, commencing with “Hello Sailor” performing on Friday, 30 January at 8pm.
Ongoing live gig entertainment will continue throughout the series billing a raft of rising, young Kiwi talent from the “Play it Strange” youth band trust.
The Louis Vuitton Pacific Series Village will be flanked with vibrant street theatre-based entertainment including stilt walkers and face painters while team signing sessions will be hosted in the SKYCITY Pacific Bar throughout the race series.
Sky Tower Best Racing View in Town!
SKYCITY also promises best spectator vantage point from Auckland’s most famous landmark, Sky Tower.
With public access to three viewing platforms, Sky Lounge, Main Observation Deck and Sky Deck, yachting fans will get a birds eye view of the spectator-friendly, ‘round robin’ style course on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour between Orakei Wharf and Rangitoto.
Sky Tower also hosts live broadcasts and Virtual Eye animation of each race on Main Observation Level (186 metres) and Sky Deck (220 metres).
The Louis Vuitton Pacific Series Trophy will be exclusively on display in Sky Deck from 30 January through to 11 February, dressed in a nautical theme throughout Sky Tower view platforms with stunning images by renowned yachting and official Emirates Team New Zealand photographer, Chris Cameron.
Says Nigel Morrison, CEO of the SKYCITY Entertainment Group:
“As an official sponsor of the Louis Vuitton Pacific Series, SKYCITY extends a very warm welcome to all teams, officials and international guests for the inaugural regatta.
“SKYCITY is at the heart of major events in Auckland and we love to bring the best and brightest talent to New Zealand. We’re proud to support the event and help bring the world’s best sailors back to New Zealand’s shores.
“As New Zealand’s premiere entertainment destination, a good time is assured at SKYCITY. With 18 on-site bars and restaurants, award winning hotels, the tallest tower in the Southern Hemisphere and world-class gaming venues, your entertainment choices are unrivalled.”
Notes to the Editor:
The SKYCITY Pacific Bar serves breakfast, lunch and dinner from Friday, 30 January – Saturday, 14 January 0800 – 2100
The SKYCITY Pacific Bar Located in Sheds 3 & 4, Viaduct Harbour Marine Village, Halsey Street
Hello Sailor will be launching live entertainment feature on Friday, 30 January at 8pm
Live entertainment on the main stage in the Louis Vuitton Pacific Series Village will take place at 6.30pm each Saturday & Sunday throughout the series featuring artists from the “Play it Strange” youth band trust