The World Traveller Winter 2017 | Page 29

Events World Class Events for Your Bucket List US MASTERS The US Masters Tournament is played over four days and 72 holes. Held at the Augusta National Golf Club in the United States, the Masters is strictly an invitation only tournament. The US Masters earns its status as world class, by inviting only the very best players to tee off. Follow the challengers around the green and support your favourite player, as competitors vie for the coveted Green Jacket. MELBOURNE FASHION WEEK Melbourne Spring Fashion Week is one of the city’s premier events. Fashion Week showcases the burgeoning talent of students and new designers. At the same time, it’s also a platform for our country’s most revered labels and established designers. See Melbourne at its very best during Fashion Week, as fashion and culture weave its way throughout the city. WIMBLEDON The Championships, Wimbledon, is widely considered the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world. Held at the All England Club in Wimbledon, London, the tournament is engulfed in rich tradition. Today the Championship isn’t just a tennis tournament, it’s also an annual pilgrimage for the connoisseurs of the sport. However, royal patronage, world class players, and the intense atmosphere, draw millions of regular fans as well. MONACO GRAND PRIX The Monaco Grand Prix is a race every Formula 1 driver dreams of winning. A combination of precision driving, technical excellence and sheer bravery is required to win in Monte Carlo. These are also the characteristics that make the F1 drivers world class. Cars run with maximum down force and brakes work overtime, providing a heart-stopping high-speed chase you won’t soon forget. TOUR DE FRANCE Held over 21 grueling stages, the Tour De France is in no doubt a world class event in cycling. Some of the world’s most powerful athletes peddle their way through small French communities and mountainous terrain. Each chasing the dream of wearing the sought-after yellow jersey. The race traces through much of France and finishes on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. Giving supporters following the race, the opportunity to enjoy the best in French wine, cheese, and hospitality. RIO CARNIVAL, RIO DE JANIERO Carnival in Rio de Janeiro is four days of insane costumes, dancing, and fun. It’s the largest Carnival in the world, attracting millions of Brazilians and an estimated half-million foreign visitors every year. The rich atmosphere of Rio De Janiero is made richer with sweet Samba sounds played by locals throughout the city. It’s the spirit of the locals (Cariocas) and their “joie de vivre” that makes Rio Carnival a world class event. SUPERBOWL Each year, millions of gridiron and sporting fans gather together around a television to watch the Super Bowl. So many people watch that advertisers pay millions of dollars for a 30 second time slot. The half time act is just as anticipated as the game. As organisers fill the 30 minutes with performances from world class acts like Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, and Cirque du Soleil. Imagine being in the thick of it all and attending Super Bowl, instead of watching it on TV. CHINESE NEW YEAR, HONG KONG There are many impressive Lunar New Year celebrations around the world, but the party in Hong Kong is the best. With a record-holding sound- and-light show, giant flower markets, and a world-class firework display, it’s impossible not to get caught up in the energy. Squeeze into crowded temples, browse festive markets and photograph the lanterns that adorn the city. Winter Edition 29