Diddy Super Bowl Party : Icons of the Good Life Experience



Posted Dec 17, 2008 9:39 PM By Ken Spalasso

On Saturday, January 31st, 2009, starting at 7pm, Sean "Diddy" Combs will host the Icons of the Good Life Super Bowl Party at the Venue in St. Petersburg, FL. The extravaganza will attempt to give partygoers a glimpse of what it means to experience the "Good Life." Guests can expect a backdrop of ornate chandeliers, dimly lit VIP nooks, plush sofas, two dance floors, and an exclusive sky box acting as central command for the center of attention for the evening: Diddy.

Diddy, formerly P Diddy and also formerly Puff Daddy, is known to deliver an impromptu performance now and then, but no promises are made regarding any stage act by Diddy so far. Last year, Diddy hosted a block party in Scottsdale during Super Bowl Week, and left thousands pleased with the event. This year, he he has chosen to partner up with Deion Sanders and Winky Wright to give partygoers a taste of "the Good Life Experience." The "Good Life Experience" will last three nights, promising one star-studded event after the other.

As far as food and drink, the planners have taken an "a la carte" approach, offering drinks, Sushi, appetizers, and other food from a special menu available for purchase at the event. As for entertainment, the party boasts some of the best DJ's in the country heading out to spin at the bash, courtesy of flagship sponsor Red Bull. The attire is dress to impress, prohibiting jerseys, hats, tank tops, and over-revealing outfits. Entrants must be at least 21 years old.

We will now attempt to break down the ticket prices and what they mean. General Admission is the downstairs and outside Mediterranean bar area of the Venue. VIP is the upstairs area, the roof deck upstairs, Takara, and Viaggio. VIP does NOT include entrance to the glass champagne room. That area is for celebrities and sponsors. Another important note is that General Admission guests will have a different entrance and line to get in than VIP guests.

For Saturday Night, General Admission tickets are $500. VIP tickets are $800 on the same night. You can purchase a 3-Night GA package for $800 or a 3-Night VIP Package for $1520. In addition, tables are offered at either a Standard Level or a Premium Level. On Saturday, Standard Tables for 4, 5, 6, or 10 persons will cost $3,200, $4,000, $4,800 and $8,000 respectively. Premiere Tables for 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 persons will cost $3,700, $5,300, $6,900, $8,500, or $10,100 respectively. Of course, all tables require a minimum bottle purchase on top of the table price based on the number of guests per table. The minimum bottle price is $400 per bottle and the minimum Champagne price is $200. As an example, a 4 or 5 guest table will require a minimum 2 bottle purchase.
Standard tables include VIP tickets and are located in the Viaggio and Takara restaurant areas of the Venue. Premiere Tables include 1 complementary bottle, VIP tickets, and are located in the VIP areas of The Venue.

Guests should make special note of the fact that there is a set capacity at the Venue, so there will be a line. Here is what the party's website admonishes:

"Get there early. We have a set capacity, and we will be at it. If you want to make sure you are in, show up early. Tables will be held all night. So if you want a guaranteed spot, buy a table. There will be a line, so be patient with us. We will get everyone in smoothly and efficiently. Pre-Purchased tables are guaranteed admittance. General Admission and VIP admission is based on capacity. You will get in, but you might have to wait until we can allow more guests in the party. Fire Marshall rules, not ours. It’s the law, people."

For more information and tickets, check out the Official Good Life Experience Website.