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YOUR PASSPORT
TO THE MASTERS
Courtesy Golden Tickets
E
ach spring the North Georgia
Town of Augusta comes alive
as the Masters Golf Tourna-
ment comes to town. Eyes from
around the globe are focused
on Augusta National Golf Club as the
best golfers from around the world take
to the links, while lucky fans with Mas-
ters Golf Tournament Badges watch
from the second cut of the fairway.
Masters Badges are available in an
annual lottery. However, Badges are
limited in number, making Badges or
Masters Tickets hard to find. Golden
Tickets has been securing Masters Golf
Badges for more than 30 years, ensur-
ing your time at the Masters is focused
on golf and fun. Golden Tickets is
also your choice for Masters Hospital-
ity, which operates the 1018 Club, a
world-class Masters Hospitality House
just a stone’s throw from the main gates
of the Augusta National Golf Club.
The Masters Tournament and Au-
gusta National’s history go hand in
hand. In 1931, Bobby Jones began
to transform the old indigo plantation
into a private club, with the idea of
hosting a major golf tournament. The
first Masters Tournament was in 1934
with Horton Smith taking the top spot.
Unfortunately, he didn’t get the famous
Masters Tournament Green Jacket,
as it didn’t get awarded until 1949.
Golden Tickets knows the Masters
Tournament and Augusta like no one
else. We temporarily move from our
Texas offices to Augusta Geor-
gia during the months leading
up to the Masters, and have
staff that is permanently located
next door to Augusta National
Golf Club. Golden Tickets is
your one-stop Masters Golf Tour-
nament with access to Masters
Golf Badges, Masters Golf Hospitality
at the 1018 Club, and Masters Golf
Housing at Diamond Home Rentals.
The 1018 Club is a 9,000-square-foot
oasis that makes a truly one-of-a-kind
experience. As a 1018 Club guest,
you’re in for a Masters experience
like no other in Augusta. The food, the
drinks, the service, and all the little ex-
tras represent the style, sophistication,
and southern charm for which the tour-
nament is famous.
From a relaxing massage and a cold
towel to a fine cigar, it’s the little things
that separate our service from other
clubs. 1018 Club guests enjoy the
Masters Tournament in the heart of the
action, or back at the Club with their
feet up. No worries. You won’t miss a
second of play with HDTVs broadcast-
ing the tournament from one of our five
luxurious bar areas, and our 22 tele-
visions. And that’s just the beginning.
Now let’s talk about celebrity Chef
Kent Rathbun. A true Texas legend, he
is equally well known nationally. From
presidential inaugural balls, to the
premier events in football and golf, to
network TV appearances with celebri-
ties of every stripe, Kent is one of the
country’s go-to chefs when the focus is
on great food and great times.
He began his professional career as
an apprentice at Lo Bonne Auberge,
a five-star French restaurant in Kan-
sas City. From there he worked under
some of the best chefs in the country
with stints at Mr. B’s in New Orleans,
Kansas City’s American Restaurant
and Milanos, Dallas’ Mansion on Tur-
tle Creek, The Landmark, and the War-
wick Melrose Hotel.
Kent established Abacus in 1997, win-
ning just about every award in sight,
including Bon Appétit’s Best of the
Year. He was also awarded Four Dia-
monds by Mobil. Soon after, he added
Jaspers to his resume, which featured
the best of “gourmet backyard cui-
sine,” and another slew of awards fol-
lowed. Not content to sit still––anyone
whose has been around Kent knows
his mind and body are in constant mo-
tion––he created a catering operation
and his own exclusive line of products,
designed for home cooks.
After you’ve packed away some deli-
cious food and drink at the 1018 Club
from the celebrity chef, you’ll need some-
where to retire for a good night’s rest.
Diamond Home Rentals specializes in
Masters Housing. We work very hard
to ensure a complete and satisfying
experience for homeowners and golf
patrons looking for Masters Private
Housing. Unlike other events, it is an
accepted and normal tradition for lo-
cal residents to rent their homes during
Masters Week. For guests and corpo-
rations attending the Masters, having
a private home to stay in offers many
benefits and advantages.
If you plan to attend the upcoming
Masters Golf Tournament, we’re here
to help you sleep better! With over 20
years experience in Masters Housing,
we strive to put the right homeowners
and leasers together, making the Mas-
ters Private Home Rental experience a
successful and enjoyable one for all.
Let Golden Tickets be your one-stop spot for the 2019 Masters Tournament! Contact us via our website www.
goldentickets.com - www.the1018club.com - www.diamondhomerentals.com or by phone at 800-288-2461.
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