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THREE NEW HOSPITALITY AREAS FOR THE 2021 MEET! The Spa Verandas at The Top of the Stretch provide covered outdoor sections for groups with outstanding views of the racing action! Tailgate at the Turn drive-up picnic area to offer new casual trackside experience overlooking picturesque first turn! Newly expanded section of The Stretch to provide additional lounge boxes and access to exclusive amenities! INFORMATION AND PHOTOS PROVIDED BY NYRA
The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) announced three new hospitality areas at Saratoga Race Course set to debut during the upcoming 2021 summer meet. The Spa Verandas at the Top of The Stretch, Tailgate at the Turn picnic area and the newly expanded section of The Stretch will welcome fans for the first time on Opening Day, Thursday, July 15. Reservations for all three areas will be available beginning Thursday, June 24 at 10 a.m. at NYRA.com/Saratoga. “As we prepare to welcome fans back to the Spa for the first time in two years, we are excited to introduce three additional areas where our guests can enjoy a day at Saratoga,” said NYRA Senior Director of Communications Pat McKenna. “The Spa Verandas and Tailgate at the Turn will undoubtedly be popular additions to our group hospitality offerings. And as one of our most in-demand destinations, the expansion of The Stretch will be met with equal enthusiasm. We look forward to the debut of these areas this summer.” 16 | SIMPLY SARATOGA | SUMMER 2021
Spa Verandas at The Top of the Stretch offer modern amenities and casual setting with trackside views A reimagining of one of Saratoga’s most popular spots, the Spa Verandas will replace the former Top of the Stretch reserved picnic areas with six new, partially covered sections offering a modern and casual outdoor experience. Designed to accommodate up to 45 guests each, the Spa Verandas will feature comfortable lounge furniture, mounted televisions, betting machines and private access to the track apron for uninterrupted rail side viewing as the thoroughbreds round the final turn and head for home. Each package comes with admission and programs. Food and beverage packages may be purchased separately. Tailgate at the Turn drive-up picnic area to provide new trackside experience for racing fans The all-new Tailgate at the Turn drive-up picnic section will welcome fans to experience a day at the Spa from a casual atmosphere offering a unique vantage point of Thoroughbreds rounding the first turn. saratogaTODAYnewspaper.com