The Ryder Cup 2008

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The Ryder Cup 2008
O pening ceremon y
Imagine standing on the hallowed grounds of Valhalla Golf Club, as Nick
Faldo faces off against Paul Azinger at the 2008 Ryder Cup. The slick bent grass putting surfaces of this
Nicklaus-designed course (the PGA’s first owned championship site) are well guarded by scooped-out
grassy hollows and mounded swatches of lush bluegrass rough.Watch in in hushed silence as Azinger and
his team attempt to turn the tide for the once-dominant Americans, who have watched Europe win five
of the last six Ryder Cup meetings.
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oin us in Kentucky as three-time Masters winner Nick Faldo captains Europe
into battle against Paul Azinger and his American team. Watch the Opening
Ceremony and Thursday practice rounds, take in a full day of the Friday
Foursome Matches, enjoy exclusive access to the International Pavillion and relive
the highlights over a nightcap and cigar. Then head for the fairways to play the
finest championship course in the heart of Bluegrass country.
Ryder Cup 2008
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Griffin Gate
The Tr ip
Day 1 - Wednesday, Sept 17: Arrive Lexington
Fly into Lexington Bluegrass Airport and transfer in a private sedan to your hotel.
Meet your Horizon & Co. guide at the hotel for an elegant welcome reception. Spend
the rest of the evening at your leisure. Overnight: Hyatt Regency. Meals: None
Right in the middle of Kentucky’s
horse farms awaits a true
thoroughbred of a golf course.
Even its designer has impressive
bloodlines. Renowned architect
Rees Jones, son of the revered
Robert Trent Jones, sculpted
this very fast track from the
surrounding rolling hills.
Measuring over 6,800 yards
from the back tees and just under
5,000 yards from the forward
tees, Griffin Gate challenges
beginners and professionals alike.
With gaping bunkers guarding
every green, water in play on 12
of 18 holes and few flat putts,
golfers are chomping at the bit
to play at this destination resort
located in the heart of Bluegrass
country.
Day 2 - Thursday, Sept 18: Ryder Cup (Opening Ceremony)
Meet in the hotel lobby after breakfast for your private transfer to the Ryder Cup
Tournament at the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville. Golf Digest consistently rates
Valhalla as the “Best in State” and one of “America’s 100 Greatest Courses”. In
addition, Golf Week ranks it as one of “America’s
100 Best Modern Courses”. Valhalla Golf Club
has been the host site for the 1996 and 2000 PGA
Championships, the 2002 PGA Club Professional
Championship and the 2004 Senior PGA
Championship. And of course, in September of
2008, golf’s most illustrious event, the 37th Ryder
Cup, will be contested here. With this, the facility
becomes only the third such in the United States
to host a PGA Championship, a Senior PGA
Championship and a Ryder Cup. Upon arrival (we
are one of the only companies that will drive you
directly onto theValhalla grounds), our on-site guide
will provide a brief orientation to the course and the schedule of the day’s activities,
which will include attendance at the practice rounds and the Ryder Cup Opening
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Ryder Cup 2008
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The Hyatt Regency Lexington
This beautiful Lexington hotel
welcomes guests to discover a
contagious unbridled spirit and
unmatched Southern hospitality. A
landmark location places you in the
heart of downtown, steps away from
the Lexington Convention Centre and
Rupp Arena. In each room, you’ll
enjoy high-speed Internet access, an
indoor pool, and a health facility.
Ceremony. You will also have exclusive
access to the International Pavilion, a
privatecoveredpavilionarea,providing
seatingandtheopportunitytopurchase
food and beverages. The International
Pavilion provides a sanctuary in the
event of inclement weather and has
TV monitors showing the live action
around the course. Today’s golf format is a combination of Foursomes & Four Ball
matches. A Foursome match is when two play against two, and each side plays one
ball, while a Four-Ball (not Best Ball) is when two play their better ball against the
better ball of two other players. Spend the rest of the day following your favourite
world-class golfers across the pristine contours of the emerald course. At the end of
today’s round transfer to a private horse farm for dinner and entertainment by a live
Bluegreass band. Overnight: Hyatt Regency Lexington. Meals: None
Day 3 - Friday, Sept 19: Ryder Cup (Friday Foursome Matches)
After breakfast, we make our way back to the Valhalla Golf Club (and the International
Pavillion) for an exciting day of golf. Today’s golf format is Foursomes. A Foursome
match is when two play against two, and each side plays one ball. Watch as players take
their first swings to vie for ththe Ryder Cup. In 1927, English seed merchant Samuel A.
Ryder presented the Ryder Cup for the first time to The Professional Golfers’Association
of Great Britain. The trophy was commissioned for £250 and stands 17 inches high, is
nine inches from handle to handle and weighs four pounds.The golfing figure depicted
on the top of the trophy reflects the image of Abe Mitchell, a former gardener himself
and a friend and instructor of Samuel Ryder. A bout of appendicitis prevented Mitchell
from competing in the inaugural Matches in 1927. But he returned to compete for
Great Britain in 1929, ‘31 and ‘33. After another full day of exhilarating championship
golf, we will retreat to the comforts of the hotel. Hyatt Regency Lexington. Overnight:
Hyatt Regency Lexington. Meals: None
Day 4 - Saturday, Sept 20: Lexington - Griffin Gate Golf Course
After a hearty breakfast, we’ll check out of the hotel
and tee off at Griffin Gate Golf Course. Renowned
architect Rees Jones, son of the revered Robert
Trent Jones, sculpted this very fast track from the
surrounding rolling hills. Measuring over 6,800
yards from the back tees and just under 5,000 yards
from the forward tees, Griffin Gate challenges
beginners and professionals alike. With gaping
bunkers guarding every green, water in play on 12
of 18 holes and few flat putts, golfers are chomping
at the bit to play at this destination resort located in the heart of Bluegrass country.
Following your game, grab a quick snack and transfer back to Lexington Bluegrass
Airport in time for flights leaving at 5:00pm onwards. Overnight: N/A Meals: None.
416.369.3263
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The Details
Start: Lexington, Kentucky, USA
Finish: Lexington, Kentucky, USA
What’s Included:
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all accommodations on a shared twin/double room basis
tickets for Thursday Ryder Cup 2008 Four Ball Matches and Opening Ceremony
tickets for Friday Ryder Cup 2008 Foursome Matches
exclusive access to the International Pavilion at Valhalla Golf Course
dinner & entertainment at local horse farm
private round trip transportation from hotel to grounds of Valhalla Golf Course
one round at Griffin Gate Golf Course with carts & green fees (clubs not included)
all transfers by coach/Sedan to/from Lexington, Kentucky
the leadership of a Horizon guide
all special events and on-trip surprises
Nota Bene: We build all of our itineraries as exhaustively as possible; however,
we also leave room for the spontaneity of the group, the creativity of the guide,
and the unpredictability of the elements. Thus, all itineraries are subject to
modest modification, dependent on local weather, new opportunities, and the
desires of the group.
Trip Operator: Horizon & Co., founded in 1963, is Canada’s leading
boutique travel company. In addition to offering escorted and independent
trips on seven continents through our brochures, we also build private custom
trips for discerning individuals, families, small groups and corporations.
Disclaimer: Please note that the use of the name “The Ryder Cup” or
“The Ryder Cup Golf Tournament” does not in any way imply an official
relationship, license or endorsement by the PGA Tour or the Ryder Cup to
Horizon. Horizon has no affiliation of any kind with the PGA Tour or “The
Ryder Cup Golf Tournament”.
Dates & Prices
duration
3 NIGHTS / 4 DAYS
dates
SEP 17-20, 2008
prices
$3,995 cdn • $3,475 usd (Per Person sharing)
Sgl Supp
$600 CDN • $520 USD
Avai l abi l it y
Please note that due to the
massive popularity of the Ryder
Cup, these tickets are among the
hardest tickets to secure in any
sport. To avoid disappointment
(and the inevitable waitlist), book
early.
book your trip
Contact
Dane Joseph
Vacation Travel Specialist - TTI
416-369-3263
djoseph@tticanada.com
Pay ments &
D eposits
$2,000 per person refundable
deposit at time of booking (to
guarantee tickets & hotels).
Deposit becomes non-refundable
and balance due on Jan. 1st, 2008.