I am planning a trip out there this year. It will be my first time.

Any tips or advice from those who have gone?
Hotel recommendations?
Places to eat/drink in the evenings?
Should i do a 3 day or 2 day pass?
Was it a better deal for you to drive or fly out there?
Where can i find/stalk the umbrella girls after a day of racing?
Any information on important stuff like that would be helpful.