Silversea Cruises Offers Australian Open Tour Package

Tennis fans take note...luxury line Silversea Cruises is offering an optional three night pre-cruise "2014 Australian Open" land package for enthusiasts of the sport sailing on Silver Shadow's Jan 19, 2014 voyage. The first of four major international tennis events held annually (the others are the French Open, Wimbledon, and the U.S. Open), the Australian Open attracts the best-of-the-best tennis players from around the globe—all competing for the first Grand Slam title of the year.

"Tickets for the Australian Open are not expected to go on sale to the general public until early October, making this a very exclusive opportunity," said Darius Mehta, Silversea's vice president of air and land programs. "We're delighted to offer our guests this unique chance to witness some of the biggest names in tennis going head-to-head as they battle for the top prize."

On Jan 17 and 18, the middle weekend of the competition, Silver Shadow guests will have the opportunity to experience the tournament action at Melbourne Park, enjoying reserved seating in the Rod Laver Arena, access to all outdoor courts, meals at select dining venues, an official Australian Open tournament program, access to exclusive bars, facilities and services, plus access to the Melbourne Park precinct for night sessions.

The package includes a three-night stay at the luxurious Sofitel Melbourne hotel on Collins Street—a short walk from major shopping, entertainment, and business areas. Some meals at the hotel are included. Transfers between the airport, hotel, Australian Open and Silver Shadow are included as well. Priced at $3,689 per guest, based on double occupancy, this special land adventure is only available on Silver Shadow's Jan 19, 2014 voyage (#3402), sailing from Melbourne to Bali and requires advance booking through Silversea's reservations department. For more information, visit Silversea.com.

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