Have the need for speed? Looking for the perfect gift? Feeling adventurous? The Mario Andretti Racing School offers your party of (1) an unforgettable and thrilling racing experience. Mario Andretti Racing School, "World's Fastest Driving Experience" puts you behind the wheel of a full sized, Indy-style race car. If driving these cars weren't thrilling enough, add the fact that you'll be taking laps on the world's premiere superspeedways.

Your hands are on the wheel, white knuckled all the way for two thrilling sessions, a total of 14 laps, with top speeds reaching up to 155 mph. Following the checkered flag on your first session, you'll get feedback from an instructor on pit road, and then head back on the race track for session two; working on going faster. Valid one year from event date subject to availability.  Note: You can purchase an additional racing experience for one individual for $650.

Hyatt Place-Enjoy a three-night stay valid one year from event date. Hyatt Place is a new kind of hotel that puts style, innovation and The Hyatt Touch within everyone's reach. Guests will enjoy a spacious guestroom with a 42" flat panel high-definition television, their signature Hyatt Grand Bed, a plush Cozy Corner oversized sofa sleeper that is separated from the sleeping area, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi Internet access throughout the hotel. Guests at Hyatt Place may purchase signature hot breakfast entrees along with Starbucks specialty coffees or enjoy a free continental breakfast. Hyatt Place also offers a variety of freshly prepared, café quality items, including made-to-order entrees, sandwiches, soups, salads and pizza which guests can order 24 hours a day, seven days a week via a touch screen menu in the Guest Kitchen or from the Guest Host. The complimentary Stay Fit fitness center is equipped with state-of-the-art Life Fitness cardio and strength equipment. Featuring the most advanced LCD touch screen consoles in the fitness industry, the cardio machines let users watch their TV programming while exercising.

 Featured location: Las Vegas Motor Speedway 2008 Dates:

Jun 6-7, 12-14, 21, 28.

Jul 12, 19, 26.

Aug 2, 9, 15-16, 22-23, 29-30.

Sep 4-6, 11-12, 25-27.

Oct 1-4, 9-11, 16-18, 29-31.

Nov 1, 3-8, 13-16, 21-23, 28-29.

Dec 5-6, 12-14.

Hyatt Place Las Vegas-This property is in the heart of the action, located across from the Hard Rock Hotel and the University of Nevada Las Vegas and adjacent to the Hofbrauhaus German Brewery.

 Other locations: 

CA - 2008: Oct 24-26

California Speedway [Fontana]

Hyatt Place Ontario Mills

GA - 2008: Jun 6-7 Aug 29-31

Atlanta Motor Speedway [Hampton]

Hyatt Place Atlanta Airport South

Hyatt Place Atlanta - East/Lithonia

Hyatt Place Atlanta/John's Creek

Hyatt Place Altanta/Galleria

Hyatt Place Altlanta/Gwinnett Mall

Hyatt Place Atlanta/Airport

Hyatt Place Atlanta/Buckhead

Hyatt Place Atlanta/Peachtree

Hyatt Place Atlanta/Perimeter

Hyatt Place Atlanta/Windward Parkway

Hyatt Place Atlanta/Alpharetta/North Point Mall

IL - 2008: Jun 20-22 

Chicagoland Speedway [Joliet]

Hyatt Place Chicago/Itasca

Hyatt Place Chicago/Lombard

Hyatt Place Hoffman Estates

KS - 2008: Jul 4-6 

Kansas Speedway [Kansas City] Hyatt Place Kansas City/Overland Park-Convention Center (KS)Hyatt Place Kansas City/Overland Park-Metcalf (KS)Hyatt Place Kansas City/Airport (MO) 

KY - 2008: Jun 26-29  Oct 3-5

Kentucky Speedway [Sparta] Hyatt Place Louisville-East NC - 2008: Jun 4, Aug 20, Sep 12-13, Oct 27Lowe’s Motor Speedway [Concord] 

Hyatt Place Charlotte Airport

Hyatt Place Charlotte/Colisuem

Hyatt Place Charlotte/Arrowood

Summerfield Suites Charlotte

 TN - 2008: Jul 18-19 Nashville Super Speedway

Hyatt Place Nashville/Brentwood

Hyatt Place Nashville/NE

Hyatt Place Nashville/Opryland

Hyatt Place Nashville Airport

Hyatt Place Nashville/Cool Springs

 TX - 2008: Jun 13-14, Jul 11-13 Texas Motor Speedway [Fort Worth]

Hyatt Place Fort Worth Historic Stockyards

Hyatt Place Fort Worth/Cityview

Hyatt Place Fort Worth/Hurst

NOTE: Dates are subject to change.  2009 dates to be finalized in November but racing dates will be similar in both number of locations and time of year.

American Airlines

This package includes round-trip coach class service for (2) from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada subject to availability. Great upgrade pricing is available!  The winning bidders can upgrade their coach class airfare to first class airfare by calling 800-209-6888. A minimum of 21 days advance booking is required as is a Saturday night stay. The winning bidders will be able to earn AAdvantage miles in accordance with the terms and conditions of the AAdvantage frequent flyer program. Miles cannot be utilized to upgrade these coach class certificates to a higher level of service. The certificates will have a one-year expiration date from the date issued and all reservations are subject to availability.  The following blackout dates apply:

2009:  Jan 1-5; Nov 20-25, 28-30; Dec 19-23, 26-30.

Any airport departure or taxes (if charged) are the responsibility of the winning bidder. Ground transportation is not included in this package.

Travel is valid 12 months from event date.  Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed.  All packages have a no refund policy.  Suggested retail value is calculated using tariff air rates and rack room rates.