The annual F1 Singapore Grand Prix is back and as per tradition, Royal Plaza on Scotts (RP) is showcasing a life-sized race car to commemorate the event. This year, the race car is made of 2,971 lobster and crab shells, and will be on display at the hotel façade from now to 16 September 2018.

Led by Executive Chef Darren Ong, the race car is a collective effort by the hotel's Chief Experience Officers* (CEOs) from culinary and engineering, who shelled out 1642 hours of hard work and dedication. At 4.4-metre-long, 1.9-metre-wide and 1.3-metre-tall, the race car sports vivid shades of red thanks to the lobster and crab shells. The shells were specially chosen as they contain carotenoid pigment which releases vibrant red hues during the cooking process, giving the race car its fiery red coat.

A donation box is also placed along the race car to raise funds for the less fortunate. The total amount of funds raised will be matched dollar for dollar by the hotel to encourage the public to make donations. All proceeds will go to The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund (STSPMF), which has supported over 160,000 cases of less privileged children and youths by providing them with monthly school pocket money.

General Manager and Chief Experience Officer (CEO) of RP, Mr Patrick Fiat, said, “The team always impresses with their creativity and this year is no exception. We are delighted to be able to bring some F1 excitement to town and show support for the local community with The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund.”

Guests and the public are invited to take part in the hotel's Let's Take A Shellfie! Instagram giveaway, where the winner will get to enjoy a 2D1N weekend staycation with breakfast and dinner buffet for two at Carousel (worth S$700). To stand a chance, participants simply need to follow @royalplazaonscotts on Instagram, post a selfie with the completed shells race car, hashtag #RPshellabrates and tag the person they wish to bring along for a shell of a good time. The competition will run from 3 September to 15 September 2018.

This race season, guests who stay three or more nights can enjoy a complimentary upgrade to the next room category. Rev up the stay with complimentary benefits such as high-speed Wi-Fi for multiple devices, gourmet coffee from the in-room Nespresso machine and a minibar that is replenished daily.

For more information on contest details and room promo, please visit https://www.royalplaza.com.sg/events/sg-f1-2018/ . For room enquiries, guests can contact roomres@royalplaza.com.sg.

*Chief Experience Officers refer to talents of Royal Plaza on Scotts, as every talent plays a key role. Each touch point is significant to the guests' experiences.