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UNIQUE EXPERIENCE to the “5th MAJOR” at a KEEN DEAL!
THE PLAYERS Championship at famed TPC Sawgrass is considered The Crown Jewel of the PGA-TOUR!
This is absolutely great! We had over 100 people there this year and will be back with more in 2018
Nicolas Iorio, Manager WeGolf Argentina
SI WOO KIM – PLAYERS CHAMPION 2017 Si Woo Kim became the youngest Players Championship winner ever in 2017
On a week where 67 balls went into the water on the iconic 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass, a run of superstar champions ended with the emergence of 21-year-old Si Woo Kim from South Korea.
Kim had just one bogey all weekend, outlasting a course that caused so many to post big numbers at one of the PGA Tour's signature event.
He played the course no worse than even with three under-par rounds. Kim was hitting driver off the deck on Saturday and driving the green at 12 on Sunday, playing phenomenal golf and riding a nine-hole par train all the way to his historic win. Congratulations!
RUNNER UP of PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP 2017 Ian POULTER Louis OOSTHUIZEN
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PAST PLAYERS CHAMPIONS
Photo credit: PGA TOUR
8th Intl PLAYERS Week 2018
May 9 – 16, 2018 Your weekly package includes 2 tickets to the exciting PLAYERS Championship tournament plus a lot of additional highlights! Enjoy two days watching the best TOUR Pros in the world compete in one of the most exciting tournaments of the season. In addition, play great golf at the fantastic golf courses of the area, have fun in the International PLAYERS Tournament, win some fantastic prizes and visit the renowned World Golf Hall of Fame. Interesting Sightseeing to historic St. Augustine (optional) and sensational shopping facilities at the Premium Outlet Malls of St. Augustine will add to the wonderful experience at Florida´s First Coast of Golf.
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Attend the 8th Intl PLAYERS Week 2018 UNIQUE EXPERIENCE to the “5th MAJOR” at a KEEN DEAL!
Enjoy an Unbelievable Fan Experience at famed TPC Sawgrass
Walk with Si Woo Kim, Jason Day, Rickie Fowler, Martin Kaymer & Co Watch the Best Players Challenge the Island Green!
Wet or Dry?
PLAY GOLF at CHAMPIONSHIP- LEVEL GOLF COURSES:
Slammer & Squire GC St. Johns Golf Country Club
The Palencia Club Participate in the 8th International Players Tournament 2018
at King & Bear Golf Club
STAY at WORLD GOLF VILLAGE, ST. AUGUSTINE or JACKSONVILLE CHOOSE BETWEEN:
Luxurious Apartments & Villas The Residences and Renaissance Hotel in the heart of World Golf Village
The centrally located Courtyard by Marriott, St Augustine and
Fairfield Inn & Suites, St. Augustine The best “value for money deal” 2018 – TRYP Sebastian Hotel, St Augustine
DoubleTree by Hilton, St Augustine and
DoubleTree by Hilton Jacksonville Riverfront
ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS Visit the Famous World Golf Hall of Fame
Explore Historic St. Augustine Enjoy an Awards Dinner with your International Friends
Shop at Premium Outlet Malls Dine at Various Fantastic Restaurants
Experiencing THE PLAYERS Championship – life-lasting memories for everybody Including IAGTO Golf Tour operators!
Don´t miss out to sign-up for 2018!
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Play golf on 4 Championship Courses at Florida´s First Coast of Golf with the option for a “Florida Swing” extension Tour
Visit www.ElitePlayersExperience.com Relaunch August 31, 2017
Round 1 – Slammer & Squire Golf Course Right in the heart of the World Golf Village.
Round 3 - (Private) Palencia Club Round 2 - St. Johns Golf & CC
Palencia Club, one of Florida´s First Coast of Golf top-rated golf courses. The natural beauty of the land has shaped this challenging 7,100-yard championship course. The Arthur Hills' design winds throughout this upscale community in St Augustine, providing dramatic natural views of ancient oak hammocks and the serene marshes of the Intracoastal Waterway. A stunning 30,000 square-foot clubhouse overlooks the golf course. You will love this private prestigious club as it provides one of the area´s best experiences.
St. Johns Golf & Country Club is a special place managed by Billy Casper Golf. Located 15 minutes from World Golf Village, the 18-hole Clyde Johnston-designed course is the community's centerpiece with just the right amount of challenge for novice and avid golfers alike. The course plays a monster 7,236 yards from the Gold tees proving to be a test for long hitters. Host Course to the PGA TOUR Qualifying School in 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009 and also respected as the Course with the fastest greens in the area!
Playing golf on 4 Championship Courses at Florida´s First Coast of Golf with the option for a “Florida Swing” extension Tour
Round 4 – 8th International PLAYERS Tournament at King & Bear GC the only Nicklaus / Palmer co-designed golf in the world.
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The Legendary International Golf Tournament at King & Bear Golf Course ….
Participants of the International PLAYERS Tournament 2015, 2016 & 2017
…an additional highlight of this exciting Week
Join the 8th International PLAYERS Week in 2018!
9 – 16 May 2018!
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World Golf Village & World Golf Hall of Fame well worth visiting at least once in your life!
Historic St Augustine, America´s oldest City with plenty of nice restaurants and stores
There is never a dull moment at Florida´s First Coast of Golf! Visit Florida´s Historic Coast and prime golf destination
PACKAGE:
Accommodation: • 7 Nights at your accommodation of choice
• Final cleaning when staying in The Residences
• All state and local taxes
Meals: • Breakfast when specified
• Final cleaning and mandatory damage insurance at the Residences and at La Terra
• Prize Giving Dinner on May 15, 2018
Golf: • 4x 18 holes including shared cart on
o King & Bear GC (the only Palmer/Nicklaus designed golf course in the world) o The Palencia Club (private Club) o Slammer & Squire GC at World Golf Village o St. Johns Golf & Country Club
• Driving range balls included at Slammer & Squire & King & Bear GC
• Participation in International Players Tournament 2018 including various contests
Extra activities: • 2 Tickets for THE PLAYERS Championship (Fri & Sun);
• Visit to the World Golf Hall of Fame
• Hall of Fame Par 3-Challenge
• Elite Golf Experiences® Staff on site
• Welcome Golf Gift
• All sales and state taxes
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PRICES
WORLD GOLF VILLAGE: The Residences at World Golf Village** Including free WIFI, free parking 6 people sharing a 4 bedroom/4bathroom apartment $ 1,599.00 6 people sharing a 4 bedroom/4bathroom apartment OR $ 1,679.00 5 people sharing a 3 bedroom/3bathroom apartment 5 people sharing a 4 bedroom/4bathroom apartment OR $ 1,759.00 4 people sharing a 3 bedroom/3bathroom apartment La Terra Condos at King & Bear GC*** Including free WIFI, free parking 4 people sharing a 2-bedroom apartment $ 1,679.00 3 people sharing a 2-bedroom apartment $ 1,799.00 Renaissance Hotel at World Golf Village Including breakfast buffet, free WIFI in public areas, free parking 2 people sharing a room tbc Single occupancy ST AUGUSTINE: Doubletree by Hilton, St. Augustine Including breakfast buffet, free WIFI, free parking 2 people sharing a room $ 2,249.00 Single supplement $ 999.00
Courtyard by Marriott I-95, St. Augustine Including breakfast, free WIFI, free parking 2 people sharing a room $ 1,999.00 Single supplement $ 699.00 Fairfield Inn & Suites, St. Augustine Including complimentary breakfast, free WIFI, free parking 2 people sharing a room $ 1,899.00 Single supplement $ 699.00 **Note: Most common 3-bedroom apartment bedding at THE RESIDENCES: A: Room 1: King bed – Room 2: Queen bed – Room 3: Twin beds B: Room 1: King bed – Room 2: Twin beds – Room 3: Twin beds ***Note: Most 2-bedroom apartments at LaTerra have King beds only!!
TRYP Sebastian, St Augustine Including breakfast buffet, free WIFI, free parking 2 people sharing a room $ 1,999.00 Single supplement $ 699.00 JACKSONVILLE: Doubletree by Hilton Jacksonville Riverfront Including breakfast buffet, free WIFI, free parking 2 people sharing a room $ 1,799.00 Single supplement $ 499.00 For non-golfers deduct $ 600.00 Prices and program subject to change. All prices are commissionable for registered golf tour operators; contingent upon the proactive promotion of The International Players Week 2018.
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PROGRAM
Wednesday, May 9: ST. AUGUSTINE
• Arrival at Orlando or Jacksonville airport
• Registration with Elite Golf Experiences at Slammer & Squire Club House
• Check-in at your designated hotel or register with
• Dinner options: World Golf Village is close to St. Augustine and there are lots of great
restaurants close by. When staying in Jacksonville area, you will be spoilt with choices as well. No
other Florida city has more unique flavors than Jacksonville, a melting pot of cultures and tastes,
with a thriving culinary culture pioneered by local chefs that have been nationally and
internationally trained.
You will get a list with the best restaurant options with your tournament pack
Overnight at your accommodation of choice
Thursday, May 10: ST. AUGUSTINE
• Lazy morning as many players arrive late
• For those who have not registered please register this morning.
Where: Elite Golf Experiences Registration desk at Slammer & Squire Club House Time: 09:00 – 11:00 am
• 11:00 Get together at Slammer & Squire Driving Range
• 11:30 Kick off of this special week with The Hall of Fame Challenge
The Hall of Fame Challenge is a closest-to-the-pin contest conducted at the Hall of Fame’s outdoor Challenge Hole, where golfers can compete to win prizes. The Challenge Hole is a 132-yard island green which is similar to the 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass.
The player who hits it closest will get a PLAYERS gift autographed by a PGA TOUR Star.
In addition, all distances are entered into the World Golf Hall of Fame´s online leaderboard. The winning distance each month will receive a prize from the Hall of Fame worth $500!
Take advantage of the extensive practice facilities at Slammer & Squire driving range! Range balls are included in your package.
• ROUND 1: Slammer & Squire Golf Course
• Spend the evening in historic St. Augustine, America´s oldest city.
Overnight in your accommodation of choice
Friday, May 11: PONTE VEDRA BEACH
• Drive to Ponte Vedra and enjoy the “Cut Day” at The Players Championship
• Walk with YOUR FAVORITE PLAYER and enjoy the amazing atmosphere of this special PGA Tour tournament! Watch the best players in the world challenge Hole 17! Wet or Dry?
There aren't many wedge shots that make the hands sweat quite like the one this week at No. 17. Many dreams of the very best came to an abrupt end at this famous par. It is an exciting hole, a dramatic hole. Majors test skill, patience and nerves. At times, they require luck. Since 2003, more than 550 shots have found the drink surrounding the island green. In Round 1 of the 2007 Players Championship alone, there were 50 balls in the water. How many balls will be hit into the water on the notorious 17th during THE PLAYERS Championship in 2018?
• BET & WIN: $ 5.00 for every bet (you can place more than one bet). The person, who is closest to the correct number, wins the pot! (In case of tie the pot will be shared)
Overnight in your accommodation of choice
Saturday, May 12: ST. AUGUSTINE
• TOUR of World Golf Hall of Fame If you prefer a different time for a visit on your own, please let the Elite Golf Experiences team know. World Golf Hall of Fame closes at 18:00
• ROUND 2: St. Johns Golf & Country Club
Overnight in your accommodation of choice
Sunday, May 13: PONTE VEDRA BEACH
• Make your way to Ponte Vedra.
• Enjoy the final day of THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP.
Who has the strongest nerves to “survive” the most intimidating hole (#17, Par 3 with Island
Green) on the Tour? Watch the victory ceremony in the beautiful setting of this world-famous
course.
An unparalleled fan experience can be guaranteed! Will Si Woo Kim be the first one in the history
of THE PLAYERS Championship who can defend his title?
• Watch the victory ceremony in the stunning setting of this world-famous course.
Overnight in your accommodation of choice
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Monday, May 14: ST. AUGUSTINE
• After breakfast, proceed to Palencia Golf Club
• ROUND 3: The Palencia Club
• Spend the afternoon in historic St Augustine Overnight in your accommodation of choice
Tuesday, May 15: ST. AUGUSTINE
8th International PLAYERS Tournament Powered by FLORIDA´s FIRST COAST of GOLF
• Where: King & The Bear Golf Course
• When: Shotgun start at 08:30
• Take advantage of the extensive practice facilities before your tee-off!
Driving Range balls are included in your package
• Fun golf round with several Hole-in-One Contests. Good Luck!
• Win some fantastic prizes for the best NET scores and additional fun challenges. But most important - have fun and make new friends! It will be exciting as there will be participants from all around the globe!
• After golf, prize giving dinner at King & Bear Clubhouse
• Take the opportunities to get some sweet shopping deals at the Premium Outlet Malls of St. Augustine and on the other side of I-95, the St. Augustine Outlet Malls (I-95 Exit 318)
Over one Hundred Thirty outlet stores offer savings on designer fashions and sportswear, accessories and jewelry, housewares, home furnishings and gifts and specialty items. Name brands include Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Off Fifth, and many, many more.
Wednesday, May 16:
Check out and drive to airport
Have a fantastic week!
Your Elite Golf Experiences Team
Tournament Info for May 15, 2018
Individual Stroke play
• The Tournament will be an 18-hole stroke play event, where participants will compete as individuals in pre-defined groups.
• The field will be divided into 3 groups based on players´ handicaps.
• The maximum handicap for both men and ladies is 36. Golfers with higher handicaps must play off the maximum permitted handicap.
• Prizes will be awarded to the 1st and the runner-up (NET) in each group.
• Pairings for each group will be determined by the tournament organization. Wishes will be accepted when communicated at least 24 hours before tee-off time).
• Electronic devices may be used during play if they measure distance only.
• For enjoyment of all, field size will be limited and guidelines will be provided to improve Speed of Play. Detailed info will be outlined in travel docs
The Hall of Fame Challenge on May 10, 2018!
Our international PLAYERS Experience is kicked off with The Hall of Fame Challenge! This challenge is a closest-to-the-pin contest conducted at the Hall of Fame’s outdoor Challenge Hole, where golfers can compete to win prizes. The Challenge Hole is a 132-yard island green reminiscent of the 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass. All distances are entered into the World Golf Hall of Fame´s online leaderboard. The winning distance each month will receive a Hall of Fame prize worth $500! Good luck!
Program and prices subject to change!
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