Vip Briefcase

Every April, the best in the world get together to tee off for their place in history during the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Georgia. After a break of winter cold, the control will begin the beginning of a new season for the pros. With dogwoods and magnolias in bloom, perfectly manicured Greens lined with tall majestic pines Georgia a picturesque backdrop for the biggest and most prestigious event in golf.

Winning the Masters will change a golfer's life forever. Many of the greats have shined here including Sam Snead, Ben Hogan, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Tom Watson and Tiger Woods. And some have inexplicably disappeared and never knew victory - and particularly Greg Norman, who has played in five Masters tournaments and never won.

However, as beautiful as the Augusta National Golf Club is, most of us dream about the possibility of playing along or even being a spectator. The tickets are sold out months in advance and "waiting lists" rumors that more than ten years. So how do you get your ticket to the greatest tradition in golf? Here are some tips on how to get there and some dos "and" don'ts "of people who know.

It's the ticket
Everyone who has a passion for golf wants the opportunity to experience the Masters, April 3 to 9 - but where do you get tickets?

If you are not lucky enough to have season passes, the best and most secure to ensure the quality of the notes is guaranteed by a reputable and experienced ticket broker / agency. They offer pass-day tickets, weekend ticket passes, the game on the practice, VIPs and wonderful packages that include tickets for events, first class transportation, four star dining rooms that range from a basic hotel room in a house of 15,000 square feet.

"Look for a full-service broker who has a history of success with packages of control," says Robbi Raitt, President of Empire Tickets in Atlanta. "Make sure your package can be customized to meet your needs, so it will be a unique experience to your personal taste and your agent to confirm that you have someone on site during event to offer assistance if necessary. "

Raitt advises that the client should never be afraid to ask for references and that the best rule to live when purchasing tickets / packages for any event you are tired and true - if it sounds too good to be true it is.

And whatever you do, do not throw those tickets away when the event is over. "Tickets are inherited." Eric O'Brien, a longtime fan Masters said, "Going to the Masters is a family tradition. Old tickets are passed with great stories that go with it."

Way to go!
Getting into the control is not cheap, but worth every penny. Here are some tips on how to optimize your experience certain benefits "old".

Food. Come hungry because concession is to get an A + from patrons for taste and quality. Even if the tickets are expensive, once in a soda is still around 0.35 cents to those famous sandwiches, egg salad, ham and cheese, cheese and chili house specialty, are still only about 1 $ 00. Of course, there are also many excellent restaurants in the area.

Shops. The Masters logo is recognized worldwide, so do not forget to visit the two "golf shops outdoor". One of the main door is great - all the memories Master, you can think of can be found here. At the back door - the back of the hole 5, gate 10 - This is a small shop is located. queue for the two stores to buy shirts, sweaters, hats, chairs, glasses, towels, screen savers, and calendars - anything with the logo. A good tip is to visit these at the end of the day, so you do not have to make your purchase with you.

Attire & Etiquette. Spectators at the Masters golf dress shoes and clothing as a sign.