THE 2008 US MASTERS AT AUGUSTA
ENJOY THE SPECIAL ATMOSPHERE OF MASTERS WEEK
The Masters at Augusta offers so much more than just a golf tournament. Our packages enable you to enjoy the excitement and atmosphere of Masters Week in the heart of Augusta, where true golf fans from around the world join together in an annual celebration of golf and include: Hotel accommodation options available within 2 miles of the course Courtesy transportation to the Augusta National Golf Club The local bars and restaurants are filled each night with likeminded golfers, many returning to enjoy the experience and renew acquaintances year after year, thus generating a special atmosphere that is surely second to none.
PRACTICE ROUNDS
The excitement of Masters Week begins with the Practice Rounds, offering a value for money opportunity to experience the exclusive Augusta National Golf Club first hand, when the players are relaxed and photography is permitted. Wednesday’s unique Par 3 Contest adds a touch of fun to the proceedings with past golfing greats joining today’s stars on Augusta’s beautiful Par 3 Course - often the players’ children can be seen caddying for their fathers.
TOURNAMENT ROUNDS
The first Tournament Round commences on Thursday morning and the excitement starts to build over the first two days as the players aim to make the 36-hole cut, while the weekend sees the climax of The Masters. The atmosphere builds with cheers and groans echoing throughout the stately Georgia pines as the leaders challenge for the famous green jacket.
HOSPITALITY CLUB
Our Masters packages can be upgraded, at a small supplement, to include membership of our exclusive Hospitality Club, conveniently located just 200 yards from the main walk-in gate of Augusta National Golf Club. Open Monday through Sunday, 7am to 7pm, this permanent, climate-controlled building offers the atmosphere of a private club providing:
Full American buffet breakfast Lunch buffet Hot and cold hors d’oeuvres every afternoon Open bar throughout the day Valet car parking Fully equipped business centre with high speed internet access Large screen televisions Check stations for cell phones, merchandise, etc.
TAILOR-MADE PACKAGES
Some popular itineraries are enclosed, however these can be tailored to suit your requirements, including any number of nights’ accommodation and any number of days’ admission. Private house accommodation, customised hospitality and alternative extended stays can also be provided. The location of Augusta makes it ideal to combine The Masters with destinations such as Atlanta, Pinehurst, Hilton Head Island, Myrtle Beach, Orlando, or Sawgrass, in northern Florida. Please telephone to discuss your needs - we would be pleased to provide a quotation and itinerary specifically for you.
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For further information please contact Plus Fore Golf: Tel: 01480 470200 Email: teeitup@plusforegolf.co.uk PACKAGES OFFERED SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AND BOOKING CONDITIONS BY THE AMERICAN GOLF HOLIDAY. ATOL 5784.
MASTERS PRACTICE ROUNDS - SAMPLE ITINERARIES
THE MASTERS PRACTICE ROUNDS
Sun 6th April Mon 7th April Tues 8th April Check in at The Best Western Garden City Inn or The Country Inn & Suites, both located less than 2 miles from Augusta National Golf Club, for 2 nights. Attend the first Practice Round of The Masters. Attend the second Practice Round of The Masters.
PRICES (per person)
Best Western / Country Inn
Double occupancy
£950
Single occupancy
£1,200
Prices include two nights’ accommodation, room only; transfers between Augusta Airport and your Augusta hotel; transfers between your Augusta hotel and Augusta National Golf Club; and admission to The 2008 Masters on Monday and Tuesday. Prices exclude flights. Tuesday night’s accommodation plus Wednesday’s Practice Round can be added at a supplement of £450 (double) or £550 (single).
Upgrade to The Doubletree Hotel, Augusta: £160 per room per night
STONE MOUNTAIN or CHATEAU ELAN + THE MASTERS PRACTICE ROUNDS
Fri 4th April Sun 6th April Mon 7th April Tues 8th April Check in at The Evergreen Resort at Stone Mountain or Chateau Elan for 2 nights and 2 rounds of golf. Both resorts are ideally located approx. 1 hour from Atlanta Airport. Drive to Augusta (approx. 2-2½ hours) and check in at The Best Western Garden City Inn or The Country Inn & Suites. Attend the first Practice Round of The Masters. Attend the second Practice Round of The Masters.
PRICES (per person)
Evergreen Resort Chateau Elan
Double occupancy
£1,250 £1,300
Single occupancy
£1,750 £1,800
Chateau Elan
Prices include four nights’ accommodation, room only; fully inclusive rental car; transfers between your Augusta hotel and Augusta National Golf Club; and admission to The 2008 Masters on Monday and Tuesday. Prices exclude flights.
Tuesday night’s accommodation plus Wednesday’s Practice Round can be added at a supplement of £450 (double) or £550 (single). Upgrade to The Doubletree Hotel, Augusta: £160 per room per night
Stone Mountain Golf Club
HILTON HEAD ISLAND + THE MASTERS PRACTICE ROUNDS
Wed 2nd April Check in at The Inn at Harbour Town on Hilton Head Island for 4 nights and 3 rounds of golf - one round at each of Sea Pines Dye Course, Sea Pines Ocean Course and Harbour Town Golf Links. Drive to Augusta (approximately 3 hours) and check in at The Best Western Garden City Inn or The Country Inn & Suites. Attend the first Practice Round of The Masters. Attend the second Practice Round of The Masters.
th Sun 6 April
Mon 7th April Tues 8th April
PRICES (per person)
The Inn at Harbour Town
Double occupancy
£1,500
Single occupancy
£2,150
The Inn at Harbour Town
Prices include six nights’ accommodation, room only; fully inclusive rental car; transfers between your Augusta hotel and Augusta National Golf Club; and admission to The 2008 Masters on Monday and Tuesday. Prices exclude flights.
Tuesday night’s accommodation plus Wednesday’s Practice Round can be added at a supplement of £450 (double) or £550 (single). Upgrade to The Doubletree Hotel, Augusta: £160 per room per night
Harbour Town Golf Links
HOSPITALITY CLUB OPTIONS
Hospitality Club membership is available at £160 per person per day
FLIGHTS
Delta Air Lines offers flights from London Gatwick or Manchester to Atlanta direct, with onward connections available to Savannah, Hilton Head Island and Augusta. British Airways offers flights from London Gatwick to Atlanta direct.
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MASTERS TOURNAMENT ROUNDS - SAMPLE ITINERARIES
THE MASTERS + STONE MOUNTAIN or CHATEAU ELAN
Wed 9th April Check in at The Best Western or The Country Inn & Suites, both located less than 2 miles from Augusta National Golf Club, for 2 nights. Attend the second Tournament Round of The Masters. In the evening, drive to Stone Mountain or Chateau Elan for 2 nights and 2 rounds of golf. Depart for home. Thur 10th April Attend the first Tournament Round of The Masters. Fri 11th April Sun 13th April
PRICES (per person)
Evergreen Resort Chateau Elan
Double occupancy
£2,250 £2,300
Single occupancy
£2,600 £2,700
Prices include four nights’ accommodation as shown, room only; admission to The 2008 Masters on Thursday and Friday; shuttle transfers between your Augusta hotel and Augusta National Golf Club; and fully inclusive car rental. Prices exclude flights.
Upgrade to The Doubletree Hotel, Augusta: £160 per room per night
THE MASTERS WEEKEND
Fri 11th April Sat 12th April Sun 13h April Mon 14h April Check in at The Best Western or The Country Inn & Suites for 3 nights. Attend the third Tournament Round of The Masters Attend the final Tournament Round of The Masters. Depart for home.
PRICES (per person)
Best Western
Double occupancy
£2,150
Single occupancy
£2,500
Prices include three nights’ accommodation, room only; admission to The 2008 Masters on Saturday and Sunday; shuttle transfers between your Augusta hotel and Augusta National Golf Club; and airport transfers from Augusta Airport. Prices exclude flights.
Upgrade to The Doubletree Hotel, Augusta: £160 per room per night
THE MASTERS EXPERIENCE
Wed 9th April
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Check in at The Best Western or The Country Inn & Suites for 5 nights. Attend the second Tournament Round of The Masters. Attend the third Tournament Round of The Masters. Attend the final Tournament Round of The Masters.
Thur 10 April Attend the first Tournament Round of The Masters. Fri 11th April Sat 12 April Sun 13th April
th th
Mon 14 April Depart for home.
PRICES (per person)
Best Western
Double occupancy
£3,400
Single occupancy
£3,950
Prices include five nights’ accommodation, room only; admission to The 2008 Masters, Friday through Sunday; shuttle transfers between your Augusta hotel and Augusta National Golf Club; and airport transfers from Augusta Airport. Prices exclude flights.
Upgrade to The Doubletree Hotel, Augusta: £160 per room per night
HOSPITALITY CLUB OPTIONS
Hospitality Club membership is available at £160 per person per day.
FLIGHTS
Delta Airlines offers flights from London Gatwick or Manchester to Atlanta direct, with onward connections available to Augusta. British Airways offers flights from London Gatwick to Atlanta direct.
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HOTEL & BOOKING INFORMATION
FEATURED HOTEL INFORMATION
THE BEST WESTERN GARDEN CITY INN THE COUNTRY INN & SUITES
Both of these modern limited service hotels are conveniently located within 1.5 miles of Augusta National Golf Club. The Best Western provides comfortable bedrooms, an exercise room, a small outdoor pool and an indoor jacuzzi. Located next door, the new Country Inn & Suites offers spacious rooms, an exercise room, an indoor pool & jacuzzi, and a guest laundry. Both offer a basic complimentary continental breakfast. Neither property offers a bar or restaurant but they are located within a short walking distance of numerous bars and restaurants on Washington Road, including the legendary T-Bonz Steakhouse, Outback Steakhouse, Bonefish Grill, Carrabba’s and Shangri-La.
THE DOUBLETREE HOTEL, AUGUSTA
The newly renovated Doubletree Hotel is one of the best hotels in Augusta and offers spacious guestrooms. It is ideally located approximately 10-15 minutes drive from Augusta National Golf Club, and close to a variety of nearby restaurants and the Augusta Mall. The Doubletree offers a heated indoor / outdoor pool, a spa and a fitness centre, along with the Lotus Lounge and a casual restaurant, Andrews which serves traditional American fare. Internet access and a business centre are also available to guests.
THE EVERGREEN RESORT AT STONE MOUNTAIN
Nestled among the lush forests and sparkling lakes of Stone Mountain Park is Marriott’s four diamond Evergreen Resort. A warm and inviting lobby welcomes guests while guest rooms offer elegant decor, and provide breathtaking views. Stone Mountain is home to 36 holes of magnificent, championship golf: Stonemont, designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., and Lakemont, designed by John LaFoy, offer the perfect challenge for golfers of all skill levels. Both courses feature dramatic elevation changes, clever design features and spectacular views of Stone Mountain.
CHATEAU ELAN
Within the sweeping panorama of the north Georgia foothills, just 40 minutes north of Atlanta but a world away from the bustling city is Château Élan. Here, on 3,500 acres, French provincial and Southern hospitality combine to produce a superb leisure resort. Château Élan is the national flagship property of Château Élan Hotels & Resort, an international group of luxury properties. The 18-hole championship Château and Woodlands courses at Château Élan are considered amongst the finest in Georgia. The practice facility, with one of the highest ratings in the state, is home to The Golf Academy at Château Élan.
THE INN AT HARBOUR TOWN
The Inn at Harbour Town, an AAA Four Diamond hotel, offers the charm of an intimate boutique hotel and the amenities of a full service resort. The Inn offers a tranquil setting, within easy walking distance of the Harbour Town Yacht Basin at the heart of Sea Pines Resort, located on the first fairway of the world-famous Harbour Town Golf Links. The Sea Pines Resort boasts two other superb golf courses, the Ocean Course and the newly renovated Dye Course.
BOOKING TERMS
In addition to our standard Booking Conditions, the following payment terms apply: A non-refundable deposit of 30% of the total package price is required to confirm the reservation st A further non-refundable deposit of 30% of the total package price is required by 31 August 2007 st The balance is due by 31 December 2007 All reservations for which payment is not received within 7 days of the due date will be automatically cancelled Receipt of payment acknowledges acceptance of our full terms and conditions. MASTERS’ TOURNAMENT BADGES Masters’ Tournament badges must be signed out from, and returned to, our Ticket Desk on a daily basis, and must be returned at the conclusion of the tournament, clients may not keep badges. Any Tournament Round badges not returned will result in a $3,500 per badge charge, and a credit card authorisation is required upon collection of the badge. Practice Day tickets may be kept as souvenirs.
Driving Distances
Atlanta - Augusta Atlanta - Stone Mountain Stone Mountain – Augusta Atlanta - Chateau Elan Chateau Elan – Augusta Savannah - Hilton Head Hilton Head - Augusta 154 miles 41 miles 144 miles 57 miles 137 miles 40 miles 152 miles
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