Racing often is thought of as a gritty sport, in which people aren’t afraid to get a little dirt under their fingers. But Watkins Glen International knows no two race fans are exactly alike.
Watkins Glen announced Friday that starting this year it will offer fans a way to stay at the track during race weekends without actually having to rough it: “glamping.”
The New York track will introduce “glamping” — short for glamorous camping — packages that come with a tent that includes a bed, or cot, and sitting area. The tents reportedly will be set up before you arrive, and will be located behind Riesbeck Grandstand near Turn 11.
There also will be a “commong glamping area,” where glampers will have access to executive bathrooms.
NEW IN 2018: Glamping!
Stay close to the action without the hassle of having to bring your own gear. We'll have everything set up for you when you arrive!
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— Watkins Glen International (@WGI) January 19, 2018
WGI said a tent with two queen beds will cost $950 for the weekend, two twin beds will be $800 and four cots will cost $750.
That might sound expensive to rent a tent, but it’s probably cheeper than renting an RV to bring to the track.
